Rowan to host free stargazing party

November 07, 2007



The Physics & Astronomy Department at Rowan University will host a public viewing/stargazing party in Science Hall and the Edelman Planetarium on Wednesday, November 14, from 7 to 9 p.m.

The department will hold a 15-minute "Sky Tonight" planetarium presentation at 7:30 and 8 p.m. and a "Sky Tour" on the rooftop, starting at 7 p.m. and running every 15 minutes until 9 p.m., with several telescopes available for public viewing. Visitors should be able to observe planets, binary stars and galaxies.

The rain/cloud date is Thursday, November 15, from 7 to 9 p.m.

The event is free and open to the public. Visit www.rowan.edu/planetarium for more information.

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