South Jersey Astronomy Club

SJAC serves those with an interest in astronomy throughout southern New Jersey and surrounding areas

Whether you are new to astronomy or a seasoned veteran observer or astrophotographer, we seek to help you learn and have fun exploring the universe

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Skywatches

Our next scheduled Skywatch is April 24th, 2026.

Meetings

SJAC general meetings are held 7:30pm on the 2nd Thursday of each month via Zoom online. The Imaging SubGroup meets at 7:30 pm the 1st Thursday of each month, also via Zoom.  A link will be posted on the SJAC Groups.io prior to each meeting. Be sure to subscribe to the free groups.io site and keep up to date on all the club events and announcements.

Star Parties

The next star party is scheduled for April 9th through April 12th, 2026 on the recreation field in Belleplain State Forest.  PLEASE see the Star Party page for Rules and Regulations and to register online for the Star Party.

"How Do I Get Started in SJAC?"

"I'm a non-member interested in public club events."

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"I'm new to Astronomy and want to learn more and maybe join SJAC."

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"I'm experienced with astronomy but I want to learn about SJAC."

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