The River Bend Astronomy Club has the following public telescope events scheduled for August and September 2026. Come out and see us! All events are at the whim of the weather. Events may be cancelled due to weather conditions that are not conducive to telescope viewing. August 15 – Ballard Nature Center , Altamont, IL …
Category: Kids Stuff
Jul 19
First Quarter Moon Day July 20, 2026.
Join the River Bend Astronomy Club on Monday, July 20, 2026 as we return to the Highland (IL) Northtown Shopping Center from 7-10pm. Check out the first quarter Moon, Venus, and some of our favorite summer celestial objects. It will cool off as the Sun sets. Look for us near the stoplight in front of …