Native Prairies Association of Texas (NPAT) is hosting an evening of great food, drink, music, AND conversation. This will also be the start of something bigger. You are invited to this ground-breaking event. Experts from the natural resources, property development, urban planning, working lands, and corporate sectors will share their perspectives on how open space can benefit […]
Blanco County Friends of the Night Sky (BCFNS) will gather to listen to original songs about the night sky during our 2022 Song Contest. Everyone is invited to attend and admission is free. Songs will be preformed live by contestants who entered the contest by the September 15th deadline. The guests present will help chose […]
Tye Preston Memorial Library hosts Astronomy Night for all ages at our Observatory, just up the hill from the library. Astronomy nights include a short, entertaining presentation by the New Braunfels Astronomy Club, followed by viewings through the telescopes! Astronomy Night happens whether it's cloudy or clear. For additional information go to New Braunfels Astronomy Club […]
Bring your lunch and join the Comal County Friends of the Night Sky as we kick off October 2022 as Hill Country Night Sky Month. Light Pollution affects us far more than just our ability to view the heavens, poor lighting practices can affect our health, attract un-wanted wildlife, and even compromise our security. The […]
In the spirit of legendary wolves howling at the moon on a full moon night, Kendall Country Friends of the Nights sky will be encouraging all families to venture into their backyards to enjoy October 9th's Hunter's (Full) Moon. We encourage everyone to take a few pictures and post them on social media, in support […]
Join us in the Wimberley Valley as have our third annual HOWL AT THE MOON EVENT. Everyone is urged to go outside at 8:30 PM and howl at the full moon. Last year several HOA's, bars, and subdivisions had organized howls. This year Blue Hole Regional Park and the Wimberley Dark Sky Committee will host […]
At 8:30 PM on October 9th, the entire community is invited to step outside and howl at the October full moon. Restaurants and bars, Property Owner Associations, and even the dancers at the Blue Hole Moon Dance will pause and send their best howls up to the Hunters Moon.
Click to view the agenda. October 14: Creek- and Riverside Stewardship Workshop at LBJ National Historical Park Join Texas Parks and Wildlife and the Hill Country Alliance for an educational field day on the Pedernales River! This is a great opportunity for landowners in the Pedernales River Basin to learn about creek- and riverside health, […]
About this event Teacher Workshop with Dr. Debbie Rhea with the Liink Project This is a two hour interactive workshop covering several topics focused on healing children through recess/play. Recess, defined as unstructured, outdoor play will be discussed in great detail. Play has profound biological effects on children and adolescents. Consequently, this has direct effects […]
Join us as we host the San Antonio Astronomical Association at Government Canyon State Natural Area. We’ll be viewing and learning about Saturn and Jupiter along with many constellations and other planets. We’ll also look for star clusters, nebula, and much more. You can also learn the basics of telescope operation. Bring your own telescope […]
Come join the residents of Lost Creek and the Travis County Friends of the Night Sky for an evening of observing and night sky education. Astronomers from the Austin Astronomical Society will be on hand to share views through their telescopes.
Kerr County Friends of the Night Sky is hosting a stargazing event at the Doyle Community Pavilion in Kerrville. Join us from 7 to 9pm on Wednesday, October 19 and bring a lawn chair. Bruce Barton and Jeff Stone will answer questions and guide visitors to find stars and planets.
40th Anniversary Community Day The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center 4801 La Crosse Ave | Austin, TX 78739 Saturday, October 22, 2022 | 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Cost: FREE! Community Day on October 22 will celebrate 40 years of the Wildflower Center's commitment to environmental stewardship and inspiring the conservation of native plants - […]
Blue Hole Star Party The stars at night are big and bright, deep in the heart of Wimberley! Bring your family and friends to our bi-annual Blue Hole Star Party event to enjoy an evening of stargazing in the Hill Country. The Wimberley Valley Dark Sky Committee and the Texas State Astronomy Club will be […]
Tye Preston Memorial Library hosts Astronomy Night for all ages at our Observatory, just up the hill from the library. Astronomy nights include a short, entertaining presentation by the New Braunfels Astronomy Club, followed by viewings through the telescopes! Astronomy Night happens whether it's cloudy or clear. For additional information go to New Braunfels Astronomy Club […]
You are invited to join us on October 25th as we reveal the winners of the 8th annual Water, Texas Film Festival at the Austin Film Society Cinema! Every year, TWF invites filmmakers across the state to share their films on Water and Texas. It's an opportunity to showcase talented filmmakers and tell the story of Water and Texas through their eyes. We hope you […]
Join the Fredericksburg Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas for their monthly meeting, where they will hear from Michael Eason, Associate Director of Conservation and Collections, San Antonio Botanical Garden As a conservation botanist and voice for native plants Michael has devoted his career to the conservation of native plants and habitats in […]
Click here to view and download flyer. We want to hear from you: what concerns do you have about the future of Blanco County, how do you want to be involved in the solutions, and how can we move the development needle in a positive way? Join neighbors and friends in a discussion of the […]
Fall Native Plant Sale Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center 4801 La Crosse Ave. | Austin, TX 78739 Fridays – Sundays, Sept. 30 – Oct. 30 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Entry fee: varies - included with general admission The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Fall Native Plant Sale features a variety of Texas natives, including […]
Kerr County Friends of the Night Sky will be hosting an event to help participants understand and use their telescope. If you don't own one but have questions, Jeff Stone and Bruce Barton will be there to discuss options. You can bring your own for help setting it up or use telescopes provided to learn […]
Join us for an update from Jeff Stone on celestial happenings from Kerrville to Saturn! Topics will include: Upcoming Solar Eclipses James Webb Images Dart & Artemis Missions Jupiter and Saturn in Opposition Insights and Tips on Preserving the Night Sky
Comal County Friends of the Night Sky will be passing out Milky Way Bars, Starburst, and other treats. There will be a telescope or two, A demo of friendly lighting vs unfriendly lighting fixtures, as well as other information on Dark Skies.
