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Astronomy Night (free): Stargazing at Lyman Orchards

March 1, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Head over to the driving range at Lyman Orchards Golf Course for a beautiful night full of stargazing with the Astronomy Society of New Haven. The event will take place on Saturday, March 1st from 7pm-10pm.
During the event, you'll be able to see the two biggest planets in our solar system and their largest moons, as well as galaxies, clusters, and nebulae. Blankets, chairs and red flashlights are recommended while enjoying the breathtaking astronomical views and educational experience. This event is free and open to the public.
Make it a night out starting off with dining at 1741 Pub & Grill, located at Lyman Orchards Golf Course before the event starts. View their menu: https://www.1741pubandgrill.com . 1741 Pub & Grill will be open until 10pm serving food and drinks. Stargazing will be held right outside of the restaurant, on the golf course driving range.
The Astronomical Society of New Haven (ASNH) is a non-profit organization that participates in public outreach events throughout CT. These events are where club members operate their own telescopes, and binoculars and present various sky object such as planets, galaxies, star clusters and nebulae. Use them as a resource! Ask questions about the objects you see through the eyepiece. Learn more about The Astronomical Society of New Haven here: https://www.asnh.org/.
Please note that no food and beverages are allowed around the equipment. Please keep the white light from smartphones and other electronic devices away from the scopes. Please point white flashlights at the ground, as it causes a loss of night vision.
Event Location:
Lyman Orchards Golf Course Driving Range
70 Lyman Road, Middlefield
Questions, call 860-349-6033
Any rain, snow, or greater than 50% cloud cover, will postpone the event.

Details

Date:
March 1, 2025
Time:
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
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Lyman Orchards Golf Club
70 Lyman Road
Middlefield, CT 06455 United States
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Phone
8603496033
Lyman Orchards is a pet-free property. Please leave your pets at home. Service Animals Welcome.

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