Stargazing with GVSU prof in Holland

HOLLAND, Mich. — Grand Valley State University physics professor Doug Furton will host a program for backyard stargazers at the university’s Meijer Campus in Holland on July 26.

The program, titled "What's up in the summer sky," will include a computer-animated indoor introduction to the astronomical highlights of the summer and early-fall sky and, weather permitting, an outdoor viewing session featuring several new and antique telescopes. 

Participants are encouraged to bring their own telescopes, either to share with others, or to have questions answered about how to put together or best use the instrument.

Furton enjoys sharing his life-long interest in astronomy by hosting public lectures and telescope workshops. Furton also writes a weekly column about backyard astronomy and space-science current events for the Grand Haven Tribune.

“What's up in the summer sky” begins at 8 p.m. on July 26 at Grand Valley State University’s Meijer Campus, at 515 S. Waverly Rd., between 16th and 24th Streets, in Holland, Mich. Outdoor observing, weather permitting, will begin shortly after sunset. The event is free and open to the public. Reservations are not required, but RSVPs are appreciated.

For more information, contact Furton at [email protected] or Lisa Miller at [email protected]. The event is sponsored by Grand Valley's Physics Department and the office of Continuing Education.