FAS public observation

  • That’s a wrap! Public Observation at Forsyth Central Library – December 2023

    We paid a visit to the Forsyth County Central Library on December 14 for a Night Under the Stars. Jupiter, and Saturn were both shining brightly in the night sky. We took a close up look with the telescopes provided by FAS President Justin Nichols, VP Bruce Gavett, Secretary Andrea Nichols, and Wally Otti. The…

  • CANCELED – Public observation at Stone Mountain on Saturday, January 6

    WEATHER UPDATE: The public observation at Stone Mountain is canceled due to clouds and the possibility of icy park roads. On Saturday, January 6, Forsyth Astronomical Society will host a public astronomy observation at Stone Mountain State Park. It should be dark enough to observe by 6:30 PM. The planet Jupiter should be visible if…

  • Public Observation at Kaleideum North on Saturday, December 30, 2023

    WEATHER UPDATE: Saturday’s daytime clouds are forecasted to dissipate after sunset. The public observation at Kaleideum North will take place as scheduled. GOODBYE Kaleideum North! Kaleideum North will close on December 31, 2023.A brand new Kaleideum facility will open downtown on Third Street in the spring of 2024. To celebrate, the stars will be shining…

  • CANCELED – Public Observation at Kaleideum North on Saturday, December 16, 2023

    WEATHER UPDATE: This event is canceled due to forecasted clouds Saturday night. We will be saying GOODBYE to Kaleideum North, which will close on December 31, 2023. A brand new Kaleideum facility will open downtown on Third Street in the spring of 2024. To celebrate, the stars will be shining brightly in the night sky.…

  • Telescope for the Holidays?

    Is this the year? Will you finally buy that telescope for yourself or for the kids? If so, you might find that it isn’t that easy. There are so many choices and price ranges. However, we in the Forsyth Astronomical Society (FAS) will help you. Our Astronomy Resources have plenty of information about telescopes and…

  • Public Observation at Forsyth County Central Library on Thursday, December 14

    WEATHER UPDATE: The observation at Central Library will take place as scheduled. The Forsyth Astronomical Society (FAS) is going back to the LIBRARY! FAS will hold a public observation at the Forsyth County Central Library on Thursday, December 14. The event runs from 6:30 PM to 7:45 PM on the front lawn of the library…

  • CANCELED – Public observation at Stone Mountain on Saturday, December 2

    WEATHER UPDATE: This event is canceled due to forecasted clouds and rain. On Saturday, December 2, Forsyth Astronomical Society will host a public astronomy observation at Stone Mountain State Park. It should be dark enough to observe by 6:30 PM. The planets Jupiter and Saturn should be visible if conditions permit. This event is weather-dependent.…

  • CANCELED – Public observation at Pilot Mountain on Friday, December 1

    WEATHER UPDATE: This event is canceled due to forecasted clouds and rain. On Friday, December 1, the Forsyth Astronomical Society, Kaleideum, and the rangers of Pilot Mountain State Park will host a free public astronomy observation at Pilot Mountain State Park. The event will begin at 6:30 PM and conclude at 9:30 pm. If conditions…

  • Public observation at Pilot Mountain on Friday, November 3

    WEATHER UPDATE: Our public observation at Pilot Mountain will take place. The forecast remains very favorable for viewing, however it will be cold, so dress warmly. On Friday, November 3, the Forsyth Astronomical Society, Kaleideum, and the rangers of Pilot Mountain State Park will host a free public astronomy observation at Pilot Mountain State Park.…