Do you have a telescope at home that you just don’t use because you’re not sure how it works? Or, are you looking to purchase or upgrade a telescope but don’t know where to start? Then this class is for you! We will start with educating you on how telescopes work, the pros and consContinue reading

Purchase tickets at rfo.simpletix.com.Presentations on astronomical topics are given in the classroom throughout the course of the evening. Starting at dusk, the Observatory’s three main telescopes are open for your viewing. Docents set up additional telescopes in front of the building. Friendly and knowledgeable docents are available to answer your questions. $15.00 per adult; $10.00Continue reading

MARS… the red planet. This rocky planet, fourth from the Sun, could harbor life and is the focus of much science and intrigue. Come learn what makes this planet so interesting,  discover the night sky, and view Mars when it will be at its very best this season! Please visit www.rfo.simpletix.com for important information and toContinue reading

The birth of stars is going on throughout the known universe. The Milky Way has any number of huge gas clouds - "stellar nurseries" - where star formation is actively underway.  In this talk we will explore how stars begin their life cycles and how a star's mass at birth determines almost everything about it,Continue reading

Want to have a fun and educational, yet exclusive star gazing experience? Our What’s Up events are just the ticket! Our public star parties can get very crowded. We keep the attendance limited for our What’s Up program so visitors can get more time at the telescopes, more time to ask questions, and overall haveContinue reading

Join us for this special family day program, created specifically for families with children 12 and under. We will be doing several special activities that will teach children about our solar system and our nearest star, the sun! Advanced tickets are required. Purchase tickets at rfo.simpletix.com. There must be at least one adult chaperone perContinue reading