The Monterey Institute for Research in Astronomy hosts an Evening of Stargazing open to the Public. The event takes places at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca off of the Monterey Salinas Highway.

Telescopes, Binoculars and a Universe of Knowledge are provided by members of the MIRA Astronomy Club. This evening’s theme is “Planets and Deep Sky Objects”.

“Take in the night sky with Real Astronomers to guide you. The Monterey Institute for Research in Astronomy hosts this incredible event on Hospitality Island in the Lakebed. Telescopes of all shapes and sizes and astronomers are on hand to show some of the natural phenomenon happening above.”

All Ages are welcome to join!

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DATE: Friday, February 21st
TIME: Arrival at 5:30pm
LOCATION: WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca Hospitality Island, 1021 Monterey Salinas Highway, Salinas
DETAILS:
⋆ Good crowds, close proximity, easy parking and low dust will make this an exceptional Event for All Ages.
⋆ Sunset is at 5:56pm.
⋆ Plan to arrive with your stargazing equipment by 5:30pm to give yourself adequate time to unpack and move your car.
⋆ Parking is available nearby.

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MONTEREY INSTITUTE FOR RESEARCH IN ASTRONOMY (MIRA):

The MIRA Astronomy Club welcomes you to join us in experiencing the awe of the night sky and learning about our Solar System and the Universe. Although Astronomy is not our profession, it is a shared passion.

We generally serve Amateur Astronomers (even brand new Amateur Astronomers) on the Monterey Peninsula and in Monterey County. All are welcome.

CLUB CONTACT INFORMATION:
MIRA Astronomy Club
200 8th Street
Marina California 93933
mac@mira.org