BPAA upcoming events

Women Who Changed the Universe (25 Aug 2026)

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 01:00:00 GMT

A Women in STEM Book Club

Three extraordinary women. Three remarkable lives. Three conversations about curiosity, discovery and changing what's possible.

Join Battle Point Observatory for a three-part fall book club exploring Marie Curie, Vera Rubin and Mae Jemison through books about their lives, discoveries and journeys in science.

The series is facilitated by Erin Howard, a research scientist whose own work connects directly to astronomy and the Vera C. Rubin Observatory.

Meet with us on Zoom for one session or all three:

August 25 | Marie Curie
Madame Curie by Eve Curie

September 22 | Vera Rubin
Vera Rubin: A Life by Jacqueline and Simon Mitton
Foreword by Jocelyn Bell Burnell

October 27 | Mae Jemison
Find Where the Wind Goes: Moments From My Life by Mae Jemison

6:00–7:00 PM | Zoom

Reading with a young scientist?

Each month's selection also has an optional Kiddo Companion Book so families can share these extraordinary women's stories with the next generation:

The Story of Marie Curie — Susan B. Katz
The Stuff Between the Stars: How Vera Rubin Discovered Most of the Universe — Sandra Nickel
Mae Jemison: A Kid's Book About Reaching Your Dreams — Mary Nhin

Curious minds welcome. Come discover the women who changed how we see our world—and our universe.

Register

KRL: Star Party in the Park (25 Aug 2026)

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 02:30:00 GMT

Kitsap Regional Library is hosting a Star Party in the Park!

To celebrate the KRL Summer Learning space theme, join us at Buck Lake County Park, Hansville to gaze at the stars above! Volunteers from Battle Point Astronomical Association will be on hand with telescopes, and a member of the Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribe Outdoor Education dept. will share native stories about the constellations.

In partnership with Kitsap Regional Library. Event info at KRL: Star Party

BPO at Sounds of Summer Concert (26 Aug 2026)

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 01:30:00 GMT

Drop by for a peek inside Battle Point Observatory, alongside BI Parks "Terry's Sounds of Summer" free Concert series at Battle Point Park. See our colorful lobby and Planetarium for educational programs. BPAA volunteers will be on hand to share about our local Observatory events, astronomy, and opportunities for you to connect! Enjoy a summer evening of music & fun.

At tonight's Planetarium Show, we'll feature a visualization of the upcoming lunar eclipse from a vantage point out in space! Take a break from the music and check it out. Then come back for the real thing on Thursday!

Check BI Parks for current concert updates: https://www.biparks.org/recreation/special-events

Lunar Eclipse Evening (27 Aug 2026)

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 03:00:00 GMT

Don’t miss it! This will be the last full or partial lunar eclipse for quite some time.

When: Sunset, 8 pm Thursday 8/27/26.

Where: Sundial Hill at Battle Point Observatory

Lunar eclipses happen on the rare occasions when the Sun, Earth, and Moon are in alignment and the Moon passes through Earth’s shadow. After this week, the next one won't occur until just before dawn on New Year's Eve 12/31/28. And after that, the next ones visible in the Pacific Northwest will be on 6/26/29 and 12/20/29, followed by a long dry spell until 4/25/32.

This Wednesday during the Concert in the Park, our mini-planetarium shows will feature a visualization of this eclipse from a vantage point out in space! Take a break from the music and check it out! Then come back for the real thing on Thursday!

You can learn more about this and other eclipses at https://www.timeanddate.com/eclipse/lunar/2026-august-28

NOTE: if the skies do not cooperate, event is canceled. If you've registered, we'll let you know if the event is off.

Otherwise, see you there! Questions? Email info@bpastro.org

Free, donations always welcome.

Image credit: Sky and Telescope

bpastro.org

Movies in the Park: Elio (28 Aug 2026)

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 03:00:00 GMT

Join us for a family friendly FREE outdoor movie! BI Parks presents "Elio" (by Pixar, rated PG) on the big screen alongside Battle Point Observatory. If skies are clear, we'll have telescopes available on Sundial Hill after dark and volunteer astronomers on hand, come take a look at the night sky!

Seating begins 8:00 pm, movies begin 30 minutes after sunset.

BI Parks event updates: https://www.biparks.org/recreation/special-events

Planetarium Shows: 12:30 pm & 2:30 pm (29 Aug 2026)

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 19:30:00 GMT

Drop by Battle Point Observatory for a Planetarium Show! Learn what's up in the night sky and get a peek inside the historic Observatory. Shows offered today at 12:30 pm and again at 2:30 pm. Content is flexible based on audience interest, common topics include constellations, planets, seasons, and astronomy history.

Open to the community, $10/adult and $5/child tickets available at the door. $5 discount for BPAA Members!

To ensure the quality of the show, there is no admittance once the planetarium door is closed.

Planetarium is wheelchair accessible with advance notice.

Planetarium Shows: 12:30 pm & 2:30 pm (05 Sep 2026)

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 19:30:00 GMT

Open to the community, $10/adult and $5/child tickets available at the door. $5 discount for BPAA Members!

To ensure the quality of the show, there is no admittance once the planetarium door is closed.

Planetarium is wheelchair accessible with advance notice.

Planetarium Shows: 12:30 pm & 2:30 pm (12 Sep 2026)

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 19:30:00 GMT

Open to the community, $10/adult and $5/child tickets available at the door. $5 discount for BPAA Members!

To ensure the quality of the show, there is no admittance once the planetarium door is closed.

Planetarium is wheelchair accessible with advance notice.

Second Saturday Science Talk (12 Sep 2026)

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 02:00:00 GMT

Join us at Battle Point Observatory Saturday, September 12 at 7:00 pm for our monthly Second Saturday Science Talk! Star Party to follow if skies are clear.

"The Magic of Science"

Guest speaker: Marshall Bonow

Join us for an engaging and fun presentation about “The Magic of Science”, with guest speaker Marshall Bonow! With a combination of science lecture plus magic show, Marshall shares fascinating scientific concepts and a magical scenario to demonstrate the power of scientific phenomenon. All ages welcome, recommended for ages 13+.

About Marshall: A senior at Hyla High School and volunteer with BPAA, Marshall is deeply interested in investigating aspects of science that school doesn’t teach, and sharing that science with new audiences in engaging ways.

After the talk, stay for a planetarium show, and if skies are clear we'll have a Star Party!

Tickets free for BPAA Members, $5 for non-members

To hear the talk on Zoom, sign up here: Zoom Link

bpastro.org

Astrophotography Special Interest Group (19 Sep 2026)

Sat, 19 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT

If you’re interested in joining a group of astrophotography enthusiasts, please email our Chief Astronomer Chuck Wraith (cawraith@bpastro.org) and he will get you in the loop. All experience levels are welcome!

Planetarium Shows: 12:30 pm & 2:30 pm (19 Sep 2026)

Sat, 19 Sep 2026 19:30:00 GMT

Open to the community, $10/adult and $5/child tickets available at the door. $5 discount for BPAA Members!

To ensure the quality of the show, there is no admittance once the planetarium door is closed.

Planetarium is wheelchair accessible with advance notice.

Welcoming the Dark (19 Sep 2026)

Sun, 20 Sep 2026 02:00:00 GMT

Star Party + Night Walk

Explore the night sky in a special evening event at Hilltop, with BPO in partnership with Bainbridge Island Land Trust.

Discover the wonders that come alive after dark! Join us for an evening of nighttime exploration on International Observe the Moon Night. If skies are clear, peer through telescopes to explore the night sky. Venture into the forest trails on a guided night walk to listen for nocturnal wildlife and experience the woods in a new way.

Registration through Bainbridge Island Land Trust.

Women Who Changed the Universe (22 Sep 2026)

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 01:00:00 GMT

A Women in STEM Book Club

Three extraordinary women. Three remarkable lives. Three conversations about curiosity, discovery and changing what's possible.

Join Battle Point Observatory for a three-part fall book club exploring Marie Curie, Vera Rubin and Mae Jemison through books about their lives, discoveries and journeys in science.

The series is facilitated by Erin Howard, a research scientist whose own work connects directly to astronomy and the Vera C. Rubin Observatory.

Meet with us on Zoom for one session or all three:

August 25 | Marie Curie
Madame Curie by Eve Curie

September 22 | Vera Rubin
Vera Rubin: A Life by Jacqueline and Simon Mitton
Foreword by Jocelyn Bell Burnell

October 27 | Mae Jemison
Find Where the Wind Goes: Moments From My Life by Mae Jemison

6:00–7:00 PM | Zoom

Reading with a young scientist?

Each month's selection also has an optional Kiddo Companion Book so families can share these extraordinary women's stories with the next generation:

Curious minds welcome. Come discover the women who changed how we see our world—and our universe.

Register

Planetarium Shows: 12:30 pm & 2:30 pm (26 Sep 2026)

Sat, 26 Sep 2026 19:30:00 GMT

Open to the community, $10/adult and $5/child tickets available at the door. $5 discount for BPAA Members!

To ensure the quality of the show, there is no admittance once the planetarium door is closed.

Planetarium is wheelchair accessible with advance notice.

Women Who Changed the Universe (27 Oct 2026)

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 01:00:00 GMT

A Women in STEM Book Club

Three extraordinary women. Three remarkable lives. Three conversations about curiosity, discovery and changing what's possible.

Join Battle Point Observatory for a three-part fall book club exploring Marie Curie, Vera Rubin and Mae Jemison through books about their lives, discoveries and journeys in science.

The series is facilitated by Erin Howard, a research scientist whose own work connects directly to astronomy and the Vera C. Rubin Observatory.

Meet with us on Zoom for one session or all three:

August 25 | Marie Curie
Madame Curie by Eve Curie

September 22 | Vera Rubin
Vera Rubin: A Life by Jacqueline and Simon Mitton
Foreword by Jocelyn Bell Burnell

October 27 | Mae Jemison
Find Where the Wind Goes: Moments From My Life by Mae Jemison

6:00–7:00 PM | Zoom

Reading with a young scientist?

Each month's selection also has an optional Kiddo Companion Book so families can share these extraordinary women's stories with the next generation:

Curious minds welcome. Come discover the women who changed how we see our world—and our universe.

Register