KELSEYVILLE, Calif. – The Friends of Taylor Observatory will host the annual Spring Star Party on Saturday, June 1.

The free event will begin at 7:30 p.m., with a short talk at 8 p.m.

A planetarium show begins at 8:30 p.m., with observing taking place from 9 to 11:30 p.m.

Guests are invited to bring personal telescopes for observing and to obtain instruction from Taylor staff members.

Under hopefully clear skies they’ll observe Jupiter and maybe the interesting changes in the famous red spot that are occurring currently.

With the beginning of summer skies multiple deep sky objects also will come into view.

The ring nebula in constellation Lyra should be prominent in the Summer Triangle. Please remember not to use flash lights or cell phones in the observing area unless these are dimmed with red cellophane.

You don't need to bring your own telescope to attend the star party. Bring:

– Warm clothes depending on temperature.
– Something to sit on – lawn chair, etc.
– Binoculars if you have them. They’ll have green laser pointers there to guide your observing.

For more information call 707-262-4121.