Sonoran Speaker Series Presents: Starry Desert Nights
The Valley of the Sun J and Desert Foothills Land Trust invite the community to the upcoming Sonoran Speaker Series event, “Starry Desert Nights,” featuring Kevin LeGore from Focus Astronomy. This free event will take place on Tuesday, January 12th, at 6:00 PM at the Valley of the Sun J in Scottsdale.
LeGore will guide attendees through the basics of the night sky. Then he’ll get practical, covering everything you need to start stargazing at home, from choosing the right gear to finding a good viewing spot and knowing when to head outside. Whether you’ve never owned a telescope or you’re already tracking meteor showers, there’s something here for you, along with tips on what’s visible in Arizona skies throughout the year. Following the presentation, volunteers from Focus Astronomy will set up professional-grade telescopes so participants can get an up-close look at the moon, planets, and other celestial bodies.
“I always look forward to sharing the night sky with people who are seeing it in a new way,” said Kevin LeGore. “There’s nothing like watching someone spot a crater on the moon or a ring around Saturn for the first time through a telescope.”
From curious beginners to seasoned stargazers, the Sonoran Speaker Series: Starry Desert Nights offers an awe-inspiring journey through the cosmos.
The Sonoran Speaker Series is an ongoing free lecture series designed to connect community members with the natural and cultural heritage of their Sonoran Desert home. The series provides accessible educational opportunities for residents and visitors to deepen their understanding of this unique desert ecosystem and its human history. For more information about the Sonoran Speaker Series and upcoming events, visit dflt.org/speakerseries.
Event Details:
- What: Sonoran Speaker Series: Starry Desert Nights
- When: January 12, 2027, at 6:00 PM
- Where: Valley of the Sun J, 12701 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85254
- Cost: Free and open to the public. To reserve your spot, visit dflt.org/speakerseries