Gather from 5pm to 8 pm for family friendly activities, information tables, night sky demos, panel discussions, food vendors, and the big event: stargazing with professional telescopes! Learn more at: https://www.visionlampasas.org/friends-of-the-night-sky.html
Join us in Liberty Hill, Friday March 28th, 7PM telescope set up, crafts for the children sponsored by the library and an educational table will be set up by LH Save Our Stars. Viewing and education starting at 8 until 10 by Austin Astronomical Group.
Watch the “Night Lights and Bat Flights” webinar with Dr. Amanda Adams
This webinar explores how artificial light at night affects bats’ flight, foraging, and survival — and why lighting choices matter for protecting nocturnal wildlife.
Dr. Amanda Adams of Bat Conservation International (BCI) shares insights from two decades of global bat research.
Meet at 9:30 AM on the South Steps of the Capitol
We’re honored that Senator Blanco and Representative Troxclair are sponsoring resolutions in support of Dark Sky Day at the Capitol. While we don’t have the exact floor schedule yet, we’re planning to read the resolution on the south steps, and we hope to be recognized on the floor of both the House and Senate during the day.
Plan Ahead: Wear comfortable walking shoes—you’ll be moving around the Capitol.
Know your legislators: Find out who your Texas Senator and Representative are and plan to visit their offices to show your support and raise awareness of efforts to bring better nighttime lighting to our communities!
https://lrl.texas.gov/genInfo/contactleg.cfm
Parking: We suggest the Capitol Visitor’s Parking Garage at 1201 San Jacinto Blvd, Austin, TX 78701. However, there are more public garages, street parking, and parking lots within a few blocks. Be prepared to pay for parking.
Come for an evening under the night sky at Elm Fork Nature Center, sponsored by the City of Carrollton, DarkSky Texas, NASA, and the National Space Society of N. Texas. Discover the wonders of the dark sky, see a life size NASA space exploration suit, see nocturnal creatures that call the nature preserve home, enjoy stargazing, and more exciting activities!
The event also includes an 8pm night hike around the Preserve.
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