NEFAS https://nefas.org Northeast Florida Astronomical Society Fri, 27 Mar 2026 20:47:47 +0000 en hourly 1 https://nefas.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/cropped-NEFAS-telescope-logo-1-32x32.png NEFAS https://nefas.org 32 32 Hanna Park Public Stargazing Saturday March 28th, 2026 – ENTER PARK BY 7:15 PM https://nefas.org/monthly-public-stargazing-at-hanna-park/ https://nefas.org/monthly-public-stargazing-at-hanna-park/#comments Mon, 02 Mar 2026 11:00:00 +0000 https://nefas.org/?p=4155 Stargazing at Hanna Park hosted by the Northeast Florida Astronomical Society [NEFAS]

Get ready to see stars, planets, the Moon, and interesting sky objects.

The general public is invited and most welcome!

Location:  Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park, 500 Wonderwood Dr, Jacksonville, FL 32233

Park entry fee is $5 per car.  You must have paid and entered NO LATER THAN 7:15 PM when the gate entrance is closed for the evening.  There will not be re-entry once you leave.

Find NEFAS in Parking Lot #8.  Limit your use of vehicle headlights whenever possible during stargazing hours.  Bring red lights if you have them.

There are restrooms, water fountain, but few lights.  You may wish to bring a flashlight for the restrooms.  Consider bug spray in case it is needed, but be mindful of any insecticide overspray that may reach telescope equipment and apply in another location.

All NEFAS volunteers bring their personal stargazing equipment and will instruct guests how to look at the sky objects safely without damage.  Adults may need to assist children.

If you are considering purchasing a telescope this is an opportunity to examine several different types and sizes of telescope – ask lots of questions!

If you are having trouble with your own telescope, bring it along and one of our Telescope Doctors will take a look at it.

Sometimes cloudy conditions make it unfeasible to stargaze.  NEFAS members WILL BE AVAILABLE regardless of inclement weather (Unless it snows!)

We hope to see you there!

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General Meeting of the Northeast Florida Astronomical Society [NEFAS].  All are welcome!

This month’s general meeting will be held on campus at the University of North Florida! As continue to partner with their Physics and Astronomy Department, we will be meeting at Building 50 (the Physics Building).

Friday, April 3rd  –  7:30 PM to 9 PM

  • University of North Florida
  • Building 50 (Physics Building)
  • Room 1102 or 1202

There will be water, coffee and some snacks provided

See you there, and bring a friend!

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General Meeting of the Northeast Florida Astronomical Society [NEFAS].  All are welcome!

This month’s general meeting will be held on campus at the University of North Florida! As continue to partner with their Physics and Astronomy Department, we will be meeting at Building 50 (the Physics Building).

Friday, February 27th  –  7:30 PM to 9 PM

  • University of North Florida
  • Building 50 (Physics Building)
  • Room 1102 or 1202

There will be water, coffee and some snacks provided

See you there, and bring a friend!

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General Meeting of the Northeast Florida Astronomical Society [NEFAS].  All are welcome!

This month’s general meeting will be held on campus at the University of North Florida! As continue to partner with their Physics and Astronomy Department, we will be meeting at Building 50 (the Physics Building).

Friday, January 30th  –  7:30 PM to 9 PM

  • University of North Florida
  • Building 50 (Physics Building)
  • Room 1102 or 1202

There will be water, coffee and some snacks provided

See you there, and bring a friend!

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General Meeting of the Northeast Florida Astronomical Society [NEFAS].  All are welcome!

This month’s general meeting will be held on campus at the University of North Florida! As continue to partner with their Physics and Astronomy Department, we will be meeting at Building 50 (the Physics Building).

Friday, November 7th  –  7:30 PM to 9 PM

  • University of North Florida
  • Building 50 (Physics Building)
  • Room 1102 or 1202

There will be water, coffee and some snacks provided

See you there, and bring a friend!

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General Meeting of the Northeast Florida Astronomical Society [NEFAS].  All are welcome!

This month’s general meeting will be held on campus at the University of North Florida! As continue to partner with their Physics and Astronomy Department, we will be meeting at Building 50 (the Physics Building).

Friday, October 10th  –  7:30 PM to 9 PM

  • University of North Florida
  • Building 50 (Physics Building)
  • Room 1102 or 1202

There will be water, coffee and some snacks provided

See you there, and bring a friend!

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General Meeting of the Northeast Florida Astronomical Society [NEFAS].  All are welcome!

This month’s general meeting will be held on campus at the University of North Florida! As continue to partner with their Physics and Astronomy Department, we will be meeting at Building 50 (the Physics Building).

Friday, September 12th  –  7:30 PM to 9 PM

  • University of North Florida
  • Building 50 (Physics Building)
  • Room 1102 or 1202

There will be water, coffee and some snacks provided

See you there, and bring a friend!

]]> July General Meeting, Friday July 11th, 2025 at Lineage Church https://nefas.org/jul-general-meeting-friday-07-11-2025/ Tue, 01 Jul 2025 12:19:00 +0000 https://nefas.org/?p=4833 General Meeting of the Northeast Florida Astronomical Society [NEFAS].  All are welcome!

This month’s general meeting will be a swap meet! If you are in the market for telescopes, binoculars, and other astronomy equipment, this is your opportunity to find a deal on a great piece of equipment. If you have something you’d like to sell, please let us know at info@nefas.org so we can include details and photos of your item.

Friday, July 11th  –  7:30 PM to 9 PM

  • Lineage Church
  • 6857 Southpoint Pkwy, Jacksonville FL 32216, United States

There will be water, coffee and some snacks provided

See you there, and bring a friend!

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General Meeting of the Northeast Florida Astronomical Society [NEFAS].  All are welcome!

This month’s general meeting will be held on campus at the University of North Florida! As continue to partner with their Physics and Astronomy Department, we will be meeting at Building 50 (the Physics Building). UNF’s very own Dr. Jack Hewitt will be presenting on one of his areas of expertise, supernovae! You will not want to miss this one! 

Friday, April 11th  –  7:30 PM to 9 PM

  • University of North Florida
  • Building 50 (Physics Building)
  • Room 1102 or 1202

There will be water, coffee and some snacks provided

See you there, and bring a friend!

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General Meeting of the Northeast Florida Astronomical Society [NEFAS].  All are welcome!

This month’s general meeting will be held on campus at the University of North Florida! As continue to partner with their Physics and Astronomy Department, we will be meeting at Building 50 (the Physics Building).

Friday, March 14th  –  7:30 PM to 9 PM

  • University of North Florida
  • Building 50 (Physics Building)
  • Room 1102 or 1202

There will be water, coffee and some snacks provided

See you there, and bring a friend!

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