Widener to Host Special Stargazing Night for Teachers Nov. 19

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The Widener University Observatory invites area teachers through the secondary level to a special stargazing session using the observatory’s 16-inch computerized reflecting telescope. Open to the first 20 teachers who register, the session will take place Monday, Nov. 19 from 7 to 8 p.m., with a rain date of Monday, Nov. 26.

Interested teachers can register by calling 610-499-4003 or e-mailing tasminkey@widener.edu. This free session is designed to give teachers an up-close look at the moon, planets and stars so that they can later share their experience with students. Widener astronomy professors and students will be on hand to guide participants on a tour of the night sky.

Upcoming stargazing sessions open to the general public include Monday twilight viewings on Nov. 12, 19 and 26 from 6 to 7 p.m. and Dec. 3 from 6 to 7 p.m. in addition to a Friday night viewing on Dec. 7 from 8 to 9 p.m.

To register for these free public stargazing sessions, visit www.widener.edu/stargazing or call 610-499-4003. Because space is limited, participants are encouraged to register in advance.

The Widener University Observatory is located on the 5^th floor of Kirkbride Hall on 17^th and Walnut Streets in Chester, Pa.