These include Astronomy Day , Summer Starwatch , Autumn Starwatch , the Whitesbog Star Parties , and special astronomical events that occur from time to time. Club members bring their telescopes to provide visitors with views of the Moon, planets, and deep-sky objects. A.S.T.R.A. participates with exhibits at the Ocean County Mall and a public star party at the Planetarium in the evening. The date varies, depending on astronomical events during that month. The event is held on the lawn outside the Planetarium.
Many members attend, and many telescopes are available for visitors' enjoyment.
This event is limited to club members and their guests. The date varies, depending on astronomical events during late September or October. The session takes place on the lawn outside the Planetarium. Many telescopes are set up, with club members and Planetarium staff standing by to answer questions and to help our visitors enjoy the wonders of the night sky. Like the Whitesbog Spring Star Party, this event is held in conjunction with the the park's Seasonal Series nature walks.