CANCELLED - International Observe the Moon Night 2022!

7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Bloomfield Public Library

Event Details

Due to the Hurricane Ian fallout on the east coast and the impending day of rain and clouds, the BPL Moon Observation Event will be cancelled for 2022. But not all fun is lost! Starting on Monday, Oct. 3rd, stop by Prosser to pick up an on-demand take-home "moon party" pack :) [Or request one at McMahon Wintonbury, and we will send the items over there for you.] Stay warm and dry!

Any questions? Ask for Nicole at 860-243-9721

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Join BPL on International Observe the Moon Night (Oct. 1)! We'll gather across the street from Prosser Library on the Town Green to look at the moon through high-powered binoculars and a telescope. There will be snacks, glow necklaces, and more! Perfect for all ages - no registration required.

This event is weather permitting - there will be no rain date.

International Observe the Moon Night (IOMN) is a time to come together with fellow Moon enthusiasts and curious people worldwide. IOMN occurs annually in September or October, when the Moon is around first quarter ― a great phase for evening observing. A first-quarter Moon offers excellent viewing opportunities along the terminator (the line between night and day), where shadows enhance the Moon’s cratered landscape. The goals of IOMN are to:
  • Unite people across the globe in a celebration of lunar observation, science, and exploration.
  • Raise awareness of NASA’s lunar science and exploration programs.
  • Empower people to learn more about the Moon and space science and exploration, using Earth’s Moon as an accessible entry point.
  • Facilitate sharing of Moon-inspired stories, images, artwork, and more.
  • Inspire continued observation of the Moon, the sky, and the world around us.
  • Support all people who are interested in learning more about, and connecting to, the Moon.
You can join International Observe the Moon Night from wherever you are! 

You can check out live streams on IOMN at https://moon.nasa.gov/observe-the-moon-night/participate/live-streams/

And don't forget to share any photos you take of the moon on social media with the tags #CTObserveTheMoon #ObserveTheMoon #CTSpaceGrant #NASASpaceGrant #BPLCT



Event Type(s): Children's Program
Age Group(s): Adults, Children (0-7), Teens (13-18), Tweens (8-12)
Nicole Dolat
(860) 769-3559
ndolat@libraryconnection.info