Events

  • Camper Observation at Stone Mountain State Park 2/9

    Update 2/8: We are a GO for the Stone Mountain observation. The weather forecast is for clouds pretty much all day but to begin clearing at dusk and improve during the time frame of our observation. It’s going to be cold though. The temperature will be in the mid 40’s at dusk and in the…

  • Lunar Eclipse Observation at Kaleideum 1/20

    We are a GO the Lunar Eclipse observation at Kaleideum North this Sunday night, January 20th. We should be set up and ready for guests by 9 pm.  The weather forecast for Sunday calls for a warm rainy morning, with a strong cold front moving through around midday, with temperatures falling through the day to around 27-28 degrees by…

  • Pilot Mountain State Park Observation for Comet 46/P Wirtanen

    Pilot Mountain State Park Observation for Comet 46/P Wirtanen Update 12/28: The observation for tomorrow night has been cancelled due to poor weather conditions. The clouds are just going to be too thick and there is a chance for rain during the observation hours. The comet will still be visible for the next week or…

  • FAS Pilot Mountain Public Observation Saturday November 10th

    Update 11/9: We are a GO for the Pilot Mountain observation. The weather is forecast to be some of the clearest skies we have had for the observation in a couple of years now BUT the same front that is bringing those clear skies is also bringing MUCH cooler weather. The temperature for the surrounding…

  • FAS Annual Telescope Workshop Saturday November 10th

    The Forsyth Astronomical Society will host our annual Telescope Workshop at Kaleideum North in Winston-Salem on Saturday November 10th from 1 pm-4 pm. If you’ve been thinking of getting gear to get started in astronomy or you have gear but need experienced advice on how to better operate it, or are looking to upgrade, we have you covered. Come join…

  • Camper Observation at Stone Mountain State Park 11/3

    Update 11/2: We are a GO for the observation. The forecast is calling for clear skies and mid 50’s falling to mid 40’s by the end of the observation. Dress warm and come on out and enjoy the night sky. Saturday November 3rd, the Forsyth Astronomical Society will host an observation at Stone Mountain State…

  • Camper Observation at Stone Mountain State Park 10/13

    Update October 13th: We are a Go for this evenings observation. Conditions aren’t perfect but they are the best we’ve had for an observation at this locale all year-long. Come on out and enjoy the night sky with us.   Saturday October 13th, the Forsyth Astronomical Society will host an observation at Stone Mountain State…

  • FAS Observation at Kaleideum North Saturday 9/15

    The Forsyth Astronomical Society has an observation event scheduled for this Saturday September 15th. With the upcoming torrential downpour expected we are not hopeful for this to proceed. We will still have a final weather call posted after 5 pm on Fri the 14th. With the doubtful outcome of this event happening our next public…

  • Camper Observation at Stone Mountain State Park 9/1

    Update 8/31: As it stands we are a GO for tomorrow nights observation. The conditions aren’t ideal. We’ll definitely be playing peek a boo between clouds. The coordinator is going to revisit the forecast tomorrow at around 1 pm and has reserved the option to cancel last-minute. You’ll want to double-check this post or our…