Welcome to the South Jersey Astronomy Club's website. SJAC serves those with an interest in astronomy throughout the area, including Cape May, Salem, Gloucester, Cumberland and Atlantic Counties in New Jersey.

Here you will find important information regarding our Club, as well as information pertaining to our upcoming events, meetings and our sky watch sessions. Browse the gallery of photographs taken by some of our members, or you can link to other astronomy websites, or learn a few tips on deep sky observing. We also host the Spring and Fall South Jersey Star Party, regional weekend gatherings for astronomy enthusiast.
August 13, 2010 (Friday)
PUBLIC SKYWATCH AT BELLEPLAIN

The Skywatch for Friday August 13th is a GO!
Check back on August 13th for any additional announcements or changes.

The club will host a public skywatch at Belleplain State Forest on Friday, August 13, 2010 (rain-date Saturday August 14, 2010). The skywatch begins about 7:30, and admission is free! Once inside Belleplain State Forest, just follow the signs to the public parking lot (free) and then walk the short distance on to the observing field.

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August 12, 2010 (Thursday)
MONTHLY SJAC MEETING

The next monthly SJAC meeting will be held on Thursday, August 12, 2010 at 7:30 PM.

We will meet at the Atlantic County Library branch in Egg Harbor Township. The library is located at 1 Swift Ave in Egg Harbor Township just off of Ocean Heights Avenue (county Road 559 alt) between English Creek Avenue & Zion Rd. Click Here for directions.

All are welcome at the monthly meeting, so whether you're a club member or just getting started in astronomy, feel free to attend! If you are interested in joining SJAC, here is more information.



 


Belleplain State Forest Clear Sky Chart

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South Jersey Astronomy Club, PO Box 120, Port Elizabeth, New Jersey 08348
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