Law enforcement and Leonardo: Earlier start time for lectures at WNC Observatory
Where else in the world can you learn about the great Leonardo da Vinci and the universe above you in one night? At Western Nevada College’s Jack C. Davis Observatory on Saturday, Oct. 15, of course!
Northern Nevada lecturer Mike Thomas will provide a presentation on the master of many disciplines from Science to the Arts — Leonardo da Vinci — at 6:30 p.m.
Saturday nights are also reserved for Star Parties at the observatory, giving attendees the opportunity to look through high-powered telescopes and enjoy the stars.
Attendees should note that the observatory will begin following a fall and winter schedule when events start at 6:30 p.m. and doors to JCDO open at 6 p.m.
Thomas will also deliver a talk on Friday, Oct. 14. He is scheduled to lecture on “Cops” at 6:30 p.m. He will address the reality of law enforcement service in America.
Both of these lectures are free to the public.
Astronomy lovers and others who want to learn more about the stars are invited to the observatory each Saturday night for Star Parties from dusk until 11 p.m. Members of the Western Nevada Astronomical Society will be on hand to facilitate this interest in astronomy and answer questions.
The observatory is located at 2269 Vanpatten Ave. in Carson City.