June Community Night-- Bare Dark Sky Observatory
Hands-on stargazing at a dark-sky observatory with telescope views of the moon, planets, constellations, and deep-sky objects like galaxies and nebulae. Learn astronomy fun facts and spot meteors and star clusters with the community.
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Telescope stargazing under a dark sky with guided pointers to the moon, planets, constellations, and deep sky objects like galaxies and nebulae. Casual community night blends astronomy fun facts with meteor spotting and skywatching tips.
Telescope stargazing under a dark sky with guided pointers to the moon, planets, constellations, and deep sky objects like galaxies and nebulae. Casual community night blends astronomy fun facts with meteor spotting and skywatching tips.
Telescope stargazing under a dark sky with guided pointers to the moon, planets, constellations, and deep sky objects like galaxies and nebulae. Casual community night blends astronomy fun facts with meteor spotting and skywatching tips.
Hands-on stargazing with telescope views of planets, the moon, constellations, and deep-sky targets like galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters. Expect astronomy fun facts, meteor watching, and an easygoing community night under dark skies.
Hands-on stargazing with telescope views of planets, the moon, constellations, and deep-sky targets like galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters. Expect astronomy fun facts, meteor watching, and an easygoing community night under dark skies.
Hands-on stargazing with telescope views of planets, the moon, constellations, and deep-sky targets like galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters. Expect astronomy fun facts, meteor watching, and an easygoing community night under dark skies.
Hands-on stargazing with telescope views of planets, the moon, constellations, galaxies, nebulae, star clusters, and possible meteors. Astronomy fun facts and guided sky interpretation create an easygoing community night under dark skies.
Hands-on stargazing with telescope views of planets, the moon, constellations, galaxies, nebulae, star clusters, and possible meteors. Astronomy fun facts and guided sky interpretation create an easygoing community night under dark skies.
Hands-on stargazing with telescope views of planets, the moon, constellations, galaxies, nebulae, star clusters, and possible meteors. Astronomy fun facts and guided sky interpretation create an easygoing community night under dark skies.
Telescope viewing under dark skies spotlights the moon, planets, constellations, and deep sky objects like galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters. Astronomy fun facts and guided sky learning make it an easygoing community stargazing night.
Telescope viewing under dark skies spotlights the moon, planets, constellations, and deep sky objects like galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters. Astronomy fun facts and guided sky learning make it an easygoing community stargazing night.
Telescope viewing under dark skies spotlights the moon, planets, constellations, and deep sky objects like galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters. Astronomy fun facts and guided sky learning make it an easygoing community stargazing night.
Late-night moonwatching at an observatory with telescope views of a bright, cratered lunar surface. Expect guided astronomy learning and communal sky-gazing focused entirely on the Moon’s features.
Late-night moonwatching at an observatory with telescope views of a bright, cratered lunar surface. Expect guided astronomy learning and communal sky-gazing focused entirely on the Moon’s features.
Late-night moonwatching at an observatory with telescope views of a bright, cratered lunar surface. Expect guided astronomy learning and communal sky-gazing focused entirely on the Moon’s features.
Late-night telescope viewing under a bright July Moon, with guided observing focused on lunar craters and surface features. Hosted at a dark-sky observatory for moon-centric stargazing and hands-on astronomy learning.
Late-night telescope viewing under a bright July Moon, with guided observing focused on lunar craters and surface features. Hosted at a dark-sky observatory for moon-centric stargazing and hands-on astronomy learning.
Late-night telescope viewing under a bright July Moon, with guided observing focused on lunar craters and surface features. Hosted at a dark-sky observatory for moon-centric stargazing and hands-on astronomy learning.
After-dusk public stargazing uses observatory telescopes to spot a variety of celestial objects in the night sky. Park at the Reuter Center and ride the shuttle up to Lookout for hands-on astronomy viewing.
After-dusk public stargazing uses observatory telescopes to spot a variety of celestial objects in the night sky. Park at the Reuter Center and ride the shuttle up to Lookout for hands-on astronomy viewing.
After-dusk public stargazing uses observatory telescopes to spot a variety of celestial objects in the night sky. Park at the Reuter Center and ride the shuttle up to Lookout for hands-on astronomy viewing.
After-dusk public stargaze with Lookout Observatory telescopes, scanning a range of celestial objects from a mountain-view campus site. Park at the Reuter Center and ride shuttles up to the observatory for an astronomy night.
After-dusk public stargaze with Lookout Observatory telescopes, scanning a range of celestial objects from a mountain-view campus site. Park at the Reuter Center and ride shuttles up to the observatory for an astronomy night.
After-dusk public stargaze with Lookout Observatory telescopes, scanning a range of celestial objects from a mountain-view campus site. Park at the Reuter Center and ride shuttles up to the observatory for an astronomy night.
Nature-forward solstice gathering with land-based activations, healing practices, and playful community connection. Spend the longest day outdoors in Cedar Mountain tuning into seasonal energy, grounding, and shared intention.
Nature-forward solstice gathering with land-based activations, healing practices, and playful community connection. Spend the longest day outdoors in Cedar Mountain tuning into seasonal energy, grounding, and shared intention.
Nature-forward solstice gathering with land-based activations, healing practices, and playful community connection. Spend the longest day outdoors in Cedar Mountain tuning into seasonal energy, grounding, and shared intention.

A family friendly NC Moth Week evening with lightsheeting stations that draw moths in for close up viewing and identification. Hands on activities and guided nocturnal wildlife tours highlight moth ecology and nighttime nature center discoveries.

A family friendly NC Moth Week evening with lightsheeting stations that draw moths in for close up viewing and identification. Hands on activities and guided nocturnal wildlife tours highlight moth ecology and nighttime nature center discoveries.
A family friendly NC Moth Week evening with lightsheeting stations that draw moths in for close up viewing and identification. Hands on activities and guided nocturnal wildlife tours highlight moth ecology and nighttime nature center discoveries.

After-dark naturalist program exploring Grandfather Mountain’s forests and trails with a focus on nocturnal wildlife, ecology, and night-sky observation. Expect guided interpretation, low-light walking, and hands-on nature learning in a mountain setting.

After-dark naturalist program exploring Grandfather Mountain’s forests and trails with a focus on nocturnal wildlife, ecology, and night-sky observation. Expect guided interpretation, low-light walking, and hands-on nature learning in a mountain setting.
After-dark naturalist program exploring Grandfather Mountain’s forests and trails with a focus on nocturnal wildlife, ecology, and night-sky observation. Expect guided interpretation, low-light walking, and hands-on nature learning in a mountain setting.

A relaxed Summer Solstice picnic centered on slow living, gentle conversation, and unstructured time to breathe and connect at your own pace. Expect a calm, low pressure outdoor hang in the Botanical Gardens with space for meaningful presence.

A relaxed Summer Solstice picnic centered on slow living, gentle conversation, and unstructured time to breathe and connect at your own pace. Expect a calm, low pressure outdoor hang in the Botanical Gardens with space for meaningful presence.
A relaxed Summer Solstice picnic centered on slow living, gentle conversation, and unstructured time to breathe and connect at your own pace. Expect a calm, low pressure outdoor hang in the Botanical Gardens with space for meaningful presence.

A recurring astrology meetup on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays, blending casual discussion and learning in a community center setting. Drop in anytime for an approachable, social evening exploring charts, signs, and cosmic themes.

A recurring astrology meetup on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays, blending casual discussion and learning in a community center setting. Drop in anytime for an approachable, social evening exploring charts, signs, and cosmic themes.
A recurring astrology meetup on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays, blending casual discussion and learning in a community center setting. Drop in anytime for an approachable, social evening exploring charts, signs, and cosmic themes.

Moonlit night hike through Linville’s mountain forest culminating in a crackling bonfire for storytelling, stargazing, and chances to hear owls and other nocturnal wildlife during a guided evening walk.

Moonlit night hike through Linville’s mountain forest culminating in a crackling bonfire for storytelling, stargazing, and chances to hear owls and other nocturnal wildlife during a guided evening walk.
Moonlit night hike through Linville’s mountain forest culminating in a crackling bonfire for storytelling, stargazing, and chances to hear owls and other nocturnal wildlife during a guided evening walk.

Hands-on flower farm workshops focused on floral design and seasonal blooms, with step-by-step instruction and time to create your own arrangement. A relaxed midday class geared toward learning practical techniques and taking home something beautiful.

Hands-on flower farm workshops focused on floral design and seasonal blooms, with step-by-step instruction and time to create your own arrangement. A relaxed midday class geared toward learning practical techniques and taking home something beautiful.
Hands-on flower farm workshops focused on floral design and seasonal blooms, with step-by-step instruction and time to create your own arrangement. A relaxed midday class geared toward learning practical techniques and taking home something beautiful.

Late-night museum hang centered on space science, with hands-on exhibits and celestial curiosities in a relaxed, adults-oriented atmosphere. Expect interactive learning, conversation-friendly galleries, and a curious crowd exploring the secrets of the cosmos.

Late-night museum hang centered on space science, with hands-on exhibits and celestial curiosities in a relaxed, adults-oriented atmosphere. Expect interactive learning, conversation-friendly galleries, and a curious crowd exploring the secrets of the cosmos.
Late-night museum hang centered on space science, with hands-on exhibits and celestial curiosities in a relaxed, adults-oriented atmosphere. Expect interactive learning, conversation-friendly galleries, and a curious crowd exploring the secrets of the cosmos.

A heart-centered summer solstice gathering focused on renewal, creativity, and soulful connection. Settle into stillness and shared warmth in a quiet retreat setting honoring inner and outer blossoming.

A heart-centered summer solstice gathering focused on renewal, creativity, and soulful connection. Settle into stillness and shared warmth in a quiet retreat setting honoring inner and outer blossoming.
A heart-centered summer solstice gathering focused on renewal, creativity, and soulful connection. Settle into stillness and shared warmth in a quiet retreat setting honoring inner and outer blossoming.

Hands-on kids camp exploring the journey from local farms to finished cloth through fiber processing, simple weaving, and textile craft projects. Designed for young makers who want a creative, beginner-friendly introduction to sustainable fabric making.

Hands-on kids camp exploring the journey from local farms to finished cloth through fiber processing, simple weaving, and textile craft projects. Designed for young makers who want a creative, beginner-friendly introduction to sustainable fabric making.
Hands-on kids camp exploring the journey from local farms to finished cloth through fiber processing, simple weaving, and textile craft projects. Designed for young makers who want a creative, beginner-friendly introduction to sustainable fabric making.

Creative writing and reflection session set among the Arboretum’s trails and gardens, using sensory prompts to deepen connection with the natural world. Expect quiet observation, journaling exercises, and a restorative, nature-immersed pace.

Creative writing and reflection session set among the Arboretum’s trails and gardens, using sensory prompts to deepen connection with the natural world. Expect quiet observation, journaling exercises, and a restorative, nature-immersed pace.
Creative writing and reflection session set among the Arboretum’s trails and gardens, using sensory prompts to deepen connection with the natural world. Expect quiet observation, journaling exercises, and a restorative, nature-immersed pace.

Hands on backyard herbalism workshop exploring seasonal medicinal herbs, foraging basics, and simple preparations like teas and tinctures. Participants learn plant identification, ethical harvesting, and DIY remedies in a casual community garden setting.

Hands on backyard herbalism workshop exploring seasonal medicinal herbs, foraging basics, and simple preparations like teas and tinctures. Participants learn plant identification, ethical harvesting, and DIY remedies in a casual community garden setting.
Hands on backyard herbalism workshop exploring seasonal medicinal herbs, foraging basics, and simple preparations like teas and tinctures. Participants learn plant identification, ethical harvesting, and DIY remedies in a casual community garden setting.