Edith Stephens Wetland Park, in conjunction with the South African Astronomical Observatory (SAAO), will once again be hosting a free stargazing evening at the park on Friday, 23 October. The event aims at building on the success of the 100 hours of Astronomy' event which was held at the park in April.

The aim of the event is to get as many people as possible to view our night skies through a telescope to celebrate the observations Galileo made 400 years ago. This is once again part of a worldwide event in which thousands of people will be turning their attention to the heavens. Observations will concentrate on the planet Jupiter and its moons.

Professional astronomers will be on hand to deliver fascinating talks and guide the viewing through the powerful telescopes.

Date: Friday, 23 October

Time: 19:00 to 22:00

Venue: Edith Stephens Wetland Park, Lansdowne Road, Philippi

Programme:

1. 19:00 - 19:30 Edith Stephens Wetland Park presentation



2. 19:30 - 19.40 Short break



3. 19:45 - 20:15 Introduction to Jupiter and its moons
   
   
4. 20:30 - 22:00 Stargazing in amphitheatre

Entrance is free. The evening is open to all interested parties and individuals, especially high school pupils and community organisations.

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Issued by:
Communication Department
City of Cape Town

Media enquiries:
Luzann Isaacs
Edith Stephens Wetland Park
City of Cape Town
Tel: 021 691 8070