Branched Oak Observatory Presents 5th Annual Fall Star-B-Q on September 21

Branched Oak Observatory (branchedoakobservatory.com) is pleased to announce the 5th Annual Fall Star-B-Q, sponsored by Security First Bank, on Saturday, September 21, from 5 to 11 p.m. Those that are interested are invited to come anytime between these hours for solar viewing, kids activites, food truck services, live presentations, and of course, star gazing. Once dark, guests can view the night sky through the many telescopes on site, having the chance to admire planets Jupiter and Saturn, The Ring Nebula, the Andromeda Galaxy, and so much more!

Back by popular demand, the 501st Legion-Central Garrison, a Star Wars anachronism group, will return for this year’s Star-B-Q. Attendees will see Stormtroopers and a number of other Star Wars characters roaming the grounds.. For the kids, there will be space-crafts in the classroom and outdoor areas for projects to “make and take,” as well as a play area with flying-saucer golf, science demonstrations, a giant moon map, safe solar viewing, and more.

This event, along with all activities, are free thanks to Security First Bank, the Central Garrison – 501st Legion, Branched Oak Observatory volunteers, and a number of other area sponsors. Raffle tickets and dinner are optional purchases.

To learn more about the Branched Oak Observatory, located near (but not inside) the Branched Oak Recreation Area, visit branchedoakobservatory.com. For sponsorship information, contact Michael Sibbernsen at info@branchedoakobservatory.com. More details will also be posted on the Facebook page (@branchedoakobservatory).