May the Fourth Virtual Star Wars Party
May the Fourth be with you! Join us for our Virtual Star Wars Party on Facebook Live. Celebrate May the Fourth from home with a DIY bottle light saber activity, virtual fashion show and a special appearance from R2-D2! Submit your look in our Virtual Fashion Show: Use the hashtag #chabotmay4th on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter […]
Star Stories
Learn the mythology behind the constellations! Friday, May 1st 8-9 p.m. Free Join us on Facebook Live and listen to Doug Olsen, expert stargazer and storyteller, explain the mythology behind the constellations. He will tell ancient stories from the night sky as seen throughout history and look for planets and other clues to help orient […]
Defending Earth With Chabot’s Newest Telescope
Friday, May 8 8-9 p.m. Join astronomer Gerald McKeegan for a tour of Chabot's newest and most powerful telescope, the 36-inch reflector named Nellie. Learn how Chabot astronomers use Nellie to search for and track near-Earth asteroids that might someday threaten our planet. To receive a notification when the talk begins, make sure to "Like" […]
Members Virtual Workshop: DIY Coffee Roasting
Learn the science behind your morning cup of Joe! Thursday, May 14 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Members Exclusive, Free Ever wondered how coffee develops that deep aroma and flavor that wakes you up in the morning? This online workshop is bringing our membership community together to learn everything that goes into creating the perfect […]
Astrophotography 101
Grab your phone and learn how to take stellar photos! Friday, May 15 8-9 p.m. Free If you have ever wanted to try your hand at astrophotography or hone your existing skills, now is your chance to do it from home! All you need is your cell phone! This beginners’ overview class will be led […]
