Club Info & Activities

Monthly general meeting - first Tuesday of the month	Our monthly meetings each feature a presentation about an astronomy-related topic, usually presented by a professional or amateur astronomer. They are open to the public, free of charge. Click here for information on upcoming programs.

Astronomy Fundamentals meeting - third Tuesday of the month	Our monthly *Astronomy Fundamentals* programs are each designed to present a single topic of interest to the amateur astronomer "right from the beginning", as an introduction to the topic. They are open to the public, free of charge. Click here for information on upcoming programs.

Our observatories	Our Astronomy Education Center (AEC) is the home to two observatories and numerous telescopes; it is the location of many stargazing sessions for the members, the public, and youth and community groups. Click here for a map to the AEC. Click here for more information on the facility, here for information on upcoming public events there, or here for information on setting up an observing session for your youth or community group.

Public outreach at the Naperville Riverwalk	We gather together to stargaze at our Astronomy Education Center, at parks in the area, such as the Naperville Riverwalk, and at private locations that are further from the bright skies of Chicagoland. Click here for our public events calendar, and here to learn how to join our club to be able to take part in members-only events.

Our 16" telescope	We welcome you to join us with a club membership, available for both individuals and families. Beginners are most welcome; we strive to create an environment that is rewarding for people at any stage in our hobby. Click here for membership info.