Astronomy 101 - Animals in the Sky
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Fascinated by the different galaxies and stars? Then come and learn more! This Winter the Kempsville Recreation Center is partnering with the Back Bay Amateur Astronomers Club to provide residents with a fun and interactive introductory series on the wonders above. Classes are two part - in class instructional, followed by a stroll outside to look up and see the night skies through telescopes provided. (Weather permitting)
Animals in the Sky
Did you know that there are 88 named constellations in the sky? And that half of them are named after animals?
Categories of animal constellations:
Four-footed animals
Fish and reptiles
Birds and bugs
Mythical creatures
Here in Tidewater we can see about 63 constellations (if we have a low enough horizon). The others must be seen from much farther south.
The outdoor portion of the event is weather permitting
- Outdoor observing through telescopes
- Various night sky targets will be viewed outside
- Reservations are required. Class fee $5 per person- center membership or day pass is required, or a qualifying insurance membership such as Silver Sneakers.
- PLEASE NOTE: PARTICIPANTS UNDER THE AGE OF 10 MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT.
Want more sessions?? Let us know!
Date: Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Time: 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Eastern
Location: Kempsville Community Recreation Center
800 Monmouth Lane
Virginia Beach, VA 23464
Animals in the Sky
Did you know that there are 88 named constellations in the sky? And that half of them are named after animals?
Categories of animal constellations:
Four-footed animals
Fish and reptiles
Birds and bugs
Mythical creatures
Here in Tidewater we can see about 63 constellations (if we have a low enough horizon). The others must be seen from much farther south.
The outdoor portion of the event is weather permitting
- Outdoor observing through telescopes
- Various night sky targets will be viewed outside
- Reservations are required. Class fee $5 per person- center membership or day pass is required, or a qualifying insurance membership such as Silver Sneakers.
- PLEASE NOTE: PARTICIPANTS UNDER THE AGE OF 10 MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT.
Want more sessions?? Let us know!
Date: Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Time: 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Eastern
Location: Kempsville Community Recreation Center
800 Monmouth Lane
Virginia Beach, VA 23464
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Where is it happening?
Kempsville Recreation Center, 800 Monmouth Ln, Virginia Beach, VA 23464-2911, United States
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Host or PublisherBack Bay Amateur Astronomers
