Join CFAS’s team at Bok Tower Gardens for a night of wonder!
“Join us for a magical evening under the stars! Experience the wonders of the night sky with telescopes guided by local astronomers, enjoy captivating space-themed presentations from leading experts, meet nocturnal animals, and connect with NASA ambassadors. Express your creativity with a space-inspired art activity or a fun temporary tattoo to show your cosmic enthusiasm. The evening will begin with an out-of-this-world space-themed Carillon concert. Come early to view the Sun through solar scopes in the Rondel from 12 p.m. to sunset. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind evening celebrating art, science, and the stars!”
Several speakers will be in attendance including our very own Derek Demeter
Derek Demeter – 6:00 p.m.
Presentation Title: Stellar News in Astronomy
Description: Join Derek Demeter, astronomer, and director of the Emil Buehler Planetarium at Seminole State College, as he details the amazing recent discoveries in Astronomy and what lies ahead. Derek will discuss the latest James Webb Space Telescope findings and share what is to come with NASA missions like the Europa Clipper Mission.
Speaker Bio:
Ever since Derek could remember, he has been looking to the stars. This constant fascination with astronomy gave him the inspiration he needed to soar through the many stellar journeys he has experienced throughout his life. While a student finishing his Physics and Technical Education degrees, he landed a position at the Seminole State College Planetarium in Sanford, Florida. Over much of the last decade, his passion for teaching people about the wonders of the universe has earned him accolades and recognition from the planetarium industry, his peers, and the community, such as currently serving as the Executive Secretary of the International Planetarium Society. He works hard presenting programs to both the community at large and to students of all ages. Derek also promotes science beyond the planetarium with his appearances at many other venues such as the Starry Starry Night Sky Festival, National Park astronomy events, libraries across the state, serving as the observing chair of the Central Florida Astronomical Society, and simply setting up a telescope at local venues to give the public a truly “out-of-this-world” experience.
Where:
Bok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Boulevard Lake Wales, Florida 33853 https://maps.app.goo.gl/aD8fWfPTx21j6VxW8
Prices are from Bok Tower’s website and are meant to apply to Bok Tower Gardens members and the public in general.
Free for (Bok Tower Gardens) members / $20 for (Bok Tower Gardens) non-member adults, $10 for (Bok Tower Gardens) non-member children ages 6 – 17 (includes admission), Free for children 5 and under
No Registration Required