The Lyrid Meteor Shower 2024 The Lyrids appear in Chinese writing dating back to roughly 690 BCE, making them one of the earliest meteor showers on record. On the night of April 20, the annual shower will reach its near peak for 2024. The meteor shower is a result of Earth passing through the tail […]
Monday, April 22, 7:30 - 9:30 pm Join us at the Heide Observatory for an immersive program kicking off our Earth Week events at Hawthorn Hollow Nature Sanctuary and arboretum. Discover the significance of dark skies through engaging activities, including stargazing, telescope observations, and hands-on demonstrations. Explore the impact of light pollution on humans and […]
Monday, April 22, 7:30 - 9:30 pm Join us at the Heide Observatory for an immersive program kicking off our Earth Week events at Hawthorn Hollow Nature Sanctuary and arboretum. Discover the significance of dark skies through engaging activities, including stargazing, telescope observations, and hands-on demonstrations. Explore the impact of light pollution on humans and […]
Help Hawthorn Hollow staff with some spring cleaning of our gardens and arboretum! Assist with collecting fallen branches, weeding, laying mulch, or other outdoor tasks. Please bring your own work gloves if you have some, and dress for the weather! Email ELeonard@HawthornHollow.org if you plan to attend. Earth Week is April 22nd- April 27th at […]
Calling all college students! Assist Hawthorn Hollow staff with environmental restoration projects including invasive species management, trail maintenance, and cleaning up the Pike River. This is a great opportunity to get your volunteer hours, or meet new people who love the environment! Healthy snacks will be provided. Please bring your own work gloves if you […]
FREE!!! (But registration is required) Come experience the wonders of night in the woods of Hawthorn Hollow with our Naturalist Kailyn Palomares. Learn all about the adaptations nocturnal creatures have developed to survive and thrive when the sun goes down, gaze in awe at the night sky, and listen to the songs that fill the […]
Enjoy a relaxing Wednesday Under the Stars hosted at the Heide Observatory. Sink into a zero-gravity chair with your favorite beverage in hand, and prepare for an unforgettable journey through the night sky. Our expert guides will illuminate celestial wonders using a laser pointer, revealing stars, planets, constellations, galaxies, and other captivating objects of interest. […]
Experience the awe-inspiring "Through the Lens" event at The Heide Observatory, where celestial wonders come to life. Peer into the depths of the universe using our powerful 17-inch telescope, taking turns to observe binary stars, elusive planets, ethereal galaxies, and an array of captivating celestial objects. As you await your individual view inside the observatory […]
Join Hawthorn Hollow staff and volunteers to plant trees in restoration areas and the arboretum! Then, celebrate arbor day by taking an arboretum tour with Hawthorn Hollow’s Ecologist.
Join us for a captivating astronomical adventure at The Heide Observatory with our "Small Eyes Under the Skies" event, perfect for the whole family. Explore the wonders of our solar system as we embark on an interactive journey across the meadow, discovering the sizes and distances of our nearest celestial neighbors. Following this engaging experience, […]