The Joys of Astronomy Outreach

HYBRID: The Houston Astronomical Society presents a panel discussion about its 70-year history of providing astronomy outreach in the region.

Description: "Throughout its 70-year history, public astronomy outreach events have been a major priority of HAS. This it is clearly stated in our mission statement “Fostering the science and art of astronomy through programs that serve our membership and the community.” With 5 regular star parties and a few other similar events officially reported or not, HAS reaches over 5,000 people a year in our area.

"Most amateur astronomers are passionate about our hobby, and this passion leads many to share their joy of observing the night sky with others. The positive feedback we get from the public, and the excitement we see in the faces of the school children we introduce to the night sky motivates some to find ways to organize new astronomy outreach events in new locations beyond friends and family.

"For those who are new to amateur astronomy, participating in organized outreach events is a great way to learn by trying different instruments that may also include smart telescopes. By participating in outreach events, you will also meet and establish relationships with other HAS members who can help you along your journey in amateur astronomy.

"At our November 6th regular meeting, we will hold a panel discussion about astronomy outreach. You will meet several of our members who are fully involved in doing astronomy outreach in different ways and at different locations. Each of them will describe what they do to engage the public and introduce them to the night sky. They will also explain why they are so dedicated to Outreach."

Find a full listing of the panelists at https://www.astronomyhouston.org/

Our next meeting will be on Friday, November 6th, from 6:30 to 9:00 pm and you can participate in one of two ways, either face to face at HAS’s new meeting location:

HCC Alief Hayes Campus
2811 Hayes Rd
Houston, TX

or virtually via Zoom. To attend via Zoom, you must register for the meeting. You can use the link below. You will receive an email with the details of the meeting and a link that will allow you to join in.

or virtually via Zoom. To attend via Zoom, you must register for the meeting. You can use the link below. You will receive an email with the details of the meeting and a link that will allow you to join in.

Register here.
You only need to register once!
Join us on Friday, November 6th, 2026, at 7:00 pm CT.

Pictured are HAS Outreach Coordinator Don Roy.