Stargazing Talk: An Evening under the Stars
Join “Astronomy Man” for a captivating, multi-media journey through the cosmos to discover what stars really are and how our own Sun fits into the vast universe. You’ll explore prehistoric star legends and see how ancient cultures turned their eyes to the night sky and then examine the sky yourself using advanced telescopes.
What to expect:
- Live Astronomer Presentation: A dynamic, 30-to-40-minute live lecture led by “Astronomy Man.”
- Stellar Mythology: Fascinating, ancient stories of gods, goddesses, heroes, and monsters hidden in the constellations.
- Cultural Perspectives: A unique look at how different global cultures have viewed and interpreted the night sky throughout history.
- Telescope Viewing: A guided outdoor stargazing session to view celestial wonders firsthand using high-powered telescopes.
Who should attend:
- Stargazers of All Ages
- Mythology & History Buffs: Anyone interested in ancient legends, prehistoric tales, and cultural folklore.
- Curious Minds: Families and individuals eager to learn the science of what stars are and how to spot patterns in the night sky.
REGISTER TODAY!
Date: Friday, November 13, 2026
Time: 7:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.
Location: Steele/Burnand Anza-Borrego Desert Research Center (401 Tilting T Dr, Borrego Springs, CA 92004)
Cost:
ABF Member: $28 Not a member? Join today for as little as $35 and save!
Non-Member: $33
Military/Student/Teacher/Tribal/Veteran: $25
Children 5 & under: FREE
Cancellation Policy & Scholarships: Please see our FAQs page to read our cancellation policy and learn about scholarship options.
Astronomer:
David White was born in Fontana, California and obtained a degree in Astronomy (Classical Newtonian / General Astronomy). Upon graduation he accepted a position at Griffith Observatory, Los Angeles under Dr. E.C. Krupp and Mr. John Mosley in the museum’s operations, planetarium programs, and outreach programs as the lead operator of The Traveling Telescope. In 1990, David became the Planetarium Director/Community Services Instructor at The Daniel B. Milliken Planetarium at Chaffey College in Rancho Cucamonga. In 1993, David established his own traveling astronomy program under a private label that school children coined for him (“Astronomy Man”) with the slogan: “Astronomy Man – bringing the science of astronomy down to Earth.”
David is the author of numerous planetarium show scripts, has been a guest speaker on various local radio programs, and was the featured guest on ABC channel 7 Eyewitness News 1990 “Reopening of the Milliken Planetarium”. In 2022, he discovered a 118-gram meteorite sample in Alabama which is most likely a portion of the larger “Walker County” 74.8-kg sample of 1832 and is one of only eighteen approved meteorites discovered in Alabama. He resides with his wife LaRee.
