BELMONT — Members of the public are invited to join the Belmont HS Astronomy Club for "International Observe the Moon Night" on Saturday, Oct. 1, from 7 to 10 p.m. The free event will be held at Bryant Field, Rte 106 (weather permitting).
"International Observe the Moon Night" is a worldwide public event that encourages observation, appreciation and understanding of our moon and its connection to NASA planetary science, exploration, and human culture. This annual event connects scientists, educators and lunar enthusiasts from around the world.
BHS Astronomy Club members and NH Astronomical Society members will operate telescopes for the public to view not only the moon, but Jupiter and Saturn as well. Dr. Andrew Jordan, NASA and UNH lunar research scientist will be on hand to answer questions and talk about some amazing aspects of the moon including the current Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter mission. A model of the spacecraft will be showcased. T-shirts will be available for $5 to $10 each.
Bryant Field is located at 1014 Laconia Rd., Rte. 106.
For more information about International Observe the Moon Night, visit: moon.nasa.gov/observe.
For more information about LRO, visit: https://www.nasa.gov/lro.
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