Anyone who is interested in getting a closer look at the surface of the moon can join the International Observe the Moon Night festivities Friday, Oct. 19, for a full night of lunar viewing.Anyone who is interested in getting a closer look at the surface of the moon can join the International Observe the Moon Night festivities Friday, Oct. 19, for a full night of lunar viewing.聽The event, which is free and open to the public, will take place from 7-9 p.m. at the Arkansas Regional Innovation Hub, 204 E. Fourth St. in North Little Rock. In case of rain, the event will be held Saturday, Oct. 20.Telescopes will be set up for a close-up look at the moon鈥檚 surface, with a zoom in on craters, lava plains and tunnels, and mountains. Members of the and the University of Arkansas at Little Rock will be on hand to answer questions and provide insight on the moon.Dr. Tony Hall, 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock associate professor of astronomy, will provide meteorite samples for viewing and touching. Additionally, Bruce McMath of the Central Arkansas Astronomical Society will give a talk on light pollutions and tips for observing the moon.The Innovation Hub will also be holding its 鈥淢ake it Scary鈥� event from 5-8 p.m., where guests can screen print Halloween-themed T-shirts, laser cut Halloween crafts, and paint pottery.
