GHAAS

GHAAS Monthly Meeting
2026-02-14 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-10 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Hazle Township Commons Building, 101 west 27th Street, Hazle Township, 18202, United States
Monthly Meeting
Election of Officers
Night sky presentation
Introduction to Astronomy
Second Saturday of every Month

Annual Christmas Party
2025-12-13 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)

GHAAS November Monthly Meeting
2025-12-13 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-11-08 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Hazle Township Commons Building, 101 west 27th Street, Hazle Township, 18202, United States

GHAAS November Monthly Meeting
2025-11-08 19:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Hazle Township Commons Building, 101 west 27th Street, Hazle Township, 18202, United States
Monthly Meeting
Election of Officers
Night sky presentation
Introduction to Astronomy

Star Party at City View Park
2025-10-18 19:00 - 22:00 UTC | 700 South Popular Street Hazleton, Pennsylvania, 700 South Popular Street, Hazleton, PA, 18201, United States

Join Us for the GHAAS Monthly Astronomy Club Meeting
2025-10-11 07:30 - 20:30 UTC
Discover the Universe With Us
The Greater Hazleton Area Astronomical Society (GHAAS) invites you to our monthly astronomy club meeting, where space enthusiasts, stargazers, and amateur astronomers come together to explore the wonders of the cosmos.
Whether you’re a beginner looking to learn the basics of stargazing or an experienced astronomer with your own telescope, our monthly gatherings provide a welcoming space to share knowledge, exchange ideas, and plan exciting observing sessions.
What to Expect at This Month’s Meeting

🌠 Sky Highlights: Learn what planets, stars, and constellations will be visible this month.

🔭 Telescope Tips: Hands-on advice for setting up and using your telescope.

🪐 Guest Presentation: [Insert topic or speaker name if available].

🌍 Community Outreach Planning: Help us prepare for upcoming public star parties and school astronomy nights.

Who Should Attend?
This event is perfect for:

Local astronomy enthusiasts in Northeast Pennsylvania

Families and students interested in science and stargazing

Amateur telescope owners seeking guidance

Anyone curious about the night sky

Why Join Our Astronomy Club?
By attending our Hazleton astronomy meetings, you’ll gain access to:

Expert guidance from seasoned observers

Opportunities to use club telescopes and equipment

Invitations to exclusive observing nights and astronomy events

A community of like-minded stargazers who share your passion

DIY Telescope Mirror Resilvering Workshop – Restore Your Mirror’s Shine
2025-09-14 18:00 - 20:00 UTC
✨ Event Overview
Is your telescope mirror looking dull or losing reflectivity? Learn how to bring it back to life in our DIY telescope mirror resilvering workshop. This hands-on event will guide you through the complete process of restoring telescope mirrors using modern silvering techniques.
You’ll see exactly how to strip old coatings, polish with cerium oxide, sensitize the glass, apply silver, and protect it with an anti-tarnish overcoat.

🧪 What You’ll Learn

How to resilver a telescope mirror step by step

Preparing the mirror with thorough cleaning and optional cerium oxide polishing

Sensitizing with tin solution for strong adhesion

Applying a fresh silver coating to telescope mirrors with DIY chemistry

Using Angel Guard to protect the silver against tarnish

Backing, curing, and storing your mirror for long-lasting reflectivity

🛡️ Safety & Workshop Notes

This is a chemistry-based DIY project. Gloves, goggles, and respirators will be provided.

Expect ammonia fumes and potential permanent stains from silver solutions – wear workshop-safe clothing.

All participants will observe closely, and some may assist with rinsing and pouring during the process.

👥 Who Should Attend

Amateur astronomers and telescope makers

Owners of older mirrors in need of restoration

DIY enthusiasts interested in optics and chemistry

Anyone curious about mirror silvering vs. aluminizing

💲 Cost

Free (pitching in for the already provided materials wouldn’t be turned down)

Location
Please reach out for the exact location
