The UIS Astronomy-Physics program will host an in-person Friday Night Star Party on the PAC Patio on September 16, 8:00 - 10:00 p.m.
The PAC Patio is on the lowest level of the Sangamon Auditorium building. The patio is accessible through the Sangamon Experience display near the UIS Bookstore and the Conference Center, one level down from the main concourse of the Auditorium.
The event is weather dependent and may be called for clouds or rain. Call 217/206-8342 on the evening of the event or check our Twitter feed (@UISObservatory) for weather information. Guests registered for the event will receive information about weather via email.
Star Parties are free and open for everyone but registration is required but there will be no limit on the number of people allowed to attend. Please register in advance to receive messages about changes in program due to weather. Late registration will be available at the door.
Registration is open right now for Friday Night Star Parties in September 2022.
