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Sponsored Night Sky Viewing - Cans for the Cosmos!

Date Posted: 14 Sep, 2026

The Analemma Society is proudly sponsoring a Friday Night Sky Viewing this Friday Sep. 18 -- plenty of room so far! Registration is free but necessary for planning.

Cans for Cosmos: Registrants are asked to donate canned or packaged non-perishable food items. All donations will be distributed by Cornerstones of Reston to local individuals and families. Donations are completely voluntary. Accepted items include beans of all varieties, pasta and rice, fruits and vegetables, soups and other non perishable foods in cans or plastic packaging (please no glass). We look forward to welcoming you for an evening of sky exploration and community support.

 International Observe the Moon Night

 

Analemma Society members plan to participate in International Observe the Moon Night on September 19.  We will post additional details closer to the date, but several members will take telescopes to the park to observe. Those with night viewing permits are welcome to join us. We will post updates here and on our Facebook page.

Analemma Society

Space for Everyone

The Analemma Society brings astronomy to the community — free public stargazing, guided night-sky tours, and educational programs at the Roll-Top Observatory in Observatory Park at Turner Farm Park. Whether you've never looked through a telescope or you track every meteor shower on the calendar, there's a place for you here.
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Upcoming Events

Location: Observatory Park · Turner Farm Park, Great Falls, VA  ·  View on map

Details subject to change — always confirm with the current FCPA Parktakes schedule before you go.

September 2026
Wed, September 16 7:00 PM Exploring Exoplanets - Unveiling New Worlds Details & Registration
Fri, September 18 7:00 PM Updated Information AS Sponsored Night Sky Viewing
This evening program will highlight the unique viewing opportunities at Observatory Park at Turner Farm. Explore the special sights appearing in the night sky this month, take part in solar system walks, and enjoy dark sky education. This public viewing event is free, but registration is required to secure your spot under the stars.<br><strong class='ti-badge'>Note: attendees are asked to bring 1-2 non-perishable food items to benefit Cornerstones of Reston</strong>
Sat, September 19 New Event International Observe the Moon Night
<strong>You're invited!</strong> Observe the Moon with NASA. Each year, observers around the world come together to celebrate Earth's Moon through direct observations, hands-on activities, lunar-themed music, artwork, readings, and more.
Mon, September 21 7:30 PM Rainbows, Haloes & Glories - Taught by AS Instructors Details & Registration
Wed, September 23 7:00 PM Introduction to Astronomy Details & Registration
Sat, September 26 7:00 PM Planet Adventure Night Details & Registration
Mon, September 28 7:30 PM Pluto - Planet or Something Else? - Taught by AS Instructors Details & Registration
Wed, September 30 7:00 PM Exploring the Inner Planets Details & Registration
October 2026
Sat, October 3 6:30 PM Exploring Exoplanets - Unveiling New Worlds Details & Registration
Mon, October 5 7:30 PM New Astronomy - NextGen Electronic Telescopes - Taught by AS Instructors Details & Registration
Wed, October 7 6:30 PM Night Sky Tour at the Roll-Top Observatory Details & Registration
Sat, October 10 6:30 PM Introduction to Astronomy Details & Registration
Mon, October 12 1:00 PM The Strange Shape of Sundials - Taught by AS Instructors Details & Registration
Wed, October 14 6:30 PM Planet Adventure Night Details & Registration
Sat, October 17 6:30 PM Exploring the Inner Planets Details & Registration
Mon, October 19 7:30 PM Telescope Observing for Beginners - Taught by AS Instructors Details & Registration
Wed, October 21 6:30 PM Exploring Exoplanets - Unveiling New Worlds Details & Registration
Fri, October 23 7:00 PM Updated Information AS Sponsored Night Sky Viewing
This evening program will highlight the unique viewing opportunities at Observatory Park at Turner Farm. Explore the special sights appearing in the night sky this month, take part in solar system walks, and enjoy dark sky education. This public viewing event is free, but registration is required to secure your spot under the stars.<br><strong class='ti-badge'>Note: attendees are asked to bring 1-2 non-perishable food items to benefit Cornerstones of Reston</strong>
Sat, October 24 6:30 PM Night Sky Tour at the Roll-Top Observatory Details & Registration
Mon, October 26 7:30 PM Meteorites - Exploring Visitors from Space - Taught by AS Instructors Details & Registration
Wed, October 28 6:30 PM Introduction to Astronomy Details & Registration
November 2026
Sun, November 1 4:30 PM - 8:30 PM Astronomy Merit Badge Details & Registration
Mon, November 2 7:30 PM Origin of our Universe - The Big Bang 8+ - Taught by AS Instructors Details & Registration
Wed, November 4 6:30 PM Planet Adventure Night Details & Registration
Fri, November 6 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM Scouts Love the Stars - Astronomy Badge Workshop Details & Registration
Sat, November 7 6:00 PM DGS - Space Science Explorer Details & Registration
Sat, November 7 7:30 PM Exploring the Inner Planets Details & Registration
Mon, November 9 7:30 PM Stargazing with Binoculars - Taught by AS Instructors Details & Registration
Wed, November 11 6:30 PM Exploring Exoplanets - Unveiling New Worlds Details & Registration
Sat, November 14 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM Astronomy Festival Details & Registration
Mon, November 16 7:30 PM Exploring the Moon Details & Registration
Wed, November 18 6:30 PM Night Sky Tour at the Roll-Top Observatory Details & Registration
Sat, November 21 5:30 PM BGS - Space Science Adventurer Details & Registration
Mon, November 23 7:30 PM Introduction to Telescopes - Taught by AS Instructors Details & Registration
Sat, November 28 6:30 PM Dark Sky Patch – Daisy and Brownie Details & Registration
Mon, November 30 7:30 PM Nebulas, Star Clusters & Galaxies, Oh My! - Taught by AS Instructors Details & Registration

More Coming Soon

Each event above links out to its official Parktakes registration page. Membership details and our photo gallery will live here once the full site launches. Questions in the meantime? Reach out below.

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