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Sirius Astronomy

Overview

Sirius Astronomy is a BIPOC and multiracial community for SAS and the general public. If you identify as BIPOC or multiracial we hope you can join in sometime and help nurture this new community!

We hope to have 1-2 events a quarter ranging from general space discussions, outreach, fun gatherings, stargazing opportunities, and whatever ideas people want to share.

Please check in on our events and please email us at sirius@seattleastro.org for more info or for finding ways to get involved! We started an instagram account too.

More Information

Sirius aims to spread the passion, beauty, and joy of Astronomy to the BIPOC community. We hope to build community with one another, build relationships with BIPOC leaders in astronomy, and ultimately provide outreach to BIPOC communities in our region.

Our tenets are:

1) Intention - to attract BIPOC community members of all ages through inspiring events that nurture a fun and safe space

2) Education - in the form of lectures, stargazing, and outreach with diverse communities

 

Why so Sirius?

Sirius, the brightest star in the night sky, has been known by some as the rainbow star, as it often flickers with many shades of color. The colors truly shine when you spot Sirius low on the horizon.

Recent Sirius Astronomy Events

  • Previous Sirius Astronomy

  • MAR
    21

    Sirius Astronomy Kick-Off Gathering

    Thu at 06:30 PM
    Open to Public

    Join us at Chuck's Hop Shop Seward Park on Thursday, March 21st for our first ever Sirius Astronomy gathering! RSVP Required! PLEASE REGISTER HERE. Dinner will be provided! We have space for the first 30 registrants so please sign-up. (Veggie substitutes available) *Please note that this event is for BIPOC and multiracial identity people only We can hangout, have a meal, try space trivia, and hear from a guest presenter. We'll also have some time to share any ideas for the ... more

    about 1 month ago

    Sirius Astronomy Kick-Off Gathering starts soon! —

    Sirius Astronomy Kick-Off Gathering starts shortly on Mar 21 (Thu) at 06:30 PM.

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  • Next Sirius Astronomy

  • MAY
    03

    Sirius Astronomy Star Party

    Fri at 07:00 PM
    Open to Public

    We invite any BIPOC and/or multiracial identifying folks to join us for this trial run in the South end of Seattle. We will meet in the north parking lot of Genesee Park located at 4316 S Genesee St., Seattle, WA 98118 @ 7 PM for food and beverages. Telescope viewing begins around 8:30 PM. Please be on the look out for registration details and if you have any questions please contact Gustavo at gvalerin@gmail.com. Hope you can join in!

    0 attending