

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: "Eyes on the Skies: The Current Night Sky, What to Watch for, How to Observe it": Prairie du Sac, WI
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 30 Apr, 2026 at 06:30 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: This is a free, in-person talk hosted on April 30, 2026 at 6:30 PM CST by Ruth Culver Community Library in Prairie du Sac, WI. No registration necessary for this event. This talk will not be held virtually. 

This talk introduces the stars, constellations, and interesting objects of the current season sky. We’ll talk about observing the brighter planets and how to find them in the night sky, along with other objects suitable for amateur observing. We’ll also feature any important eclipses, meteor showers, or other interesting astronomical events visible in the near future, as well as observing tips and the astronomical use of telescopes and binoculars.

Jim Lattis holds a Ph.D. in History of Science from UW–Madison and is the author of many publications in that field. He helped create UW Space Place, the outreach and public education center of the UW–Madison Astronomy Department and has directed it since its founding. He manages historic Washburn Observatory, teaches courses in introductory astronomy and its history, gives frequent public talks, and consults widely for the media (including UW Communications, Wisconsin and National Public Radio, and other national networks and newspapers). He has also led many trips focused on astronomical tourism.

Extremely relatable and charismatic, Dr. Lattis presented a perfect blend of technical information and general knowledge.
– Nicole, Edgerton Public Library
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/prairie-du-sac/eyes-on-the-skies-the-current-night-sky-what-to-watch-for-how-to-observe-it-prairie-du-sac-wi/200029730874513
- **Event Categories**: workshops, art, literary-art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Prairie Du Sac
- **state**: WI
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 540 Water St, Prairie du Sac, WI 53578-1129, United States
- **lat**: 43.29148
- **long**: -89.72085
- **full address**: 540 Water St, Prairie du Sac, WI 53578-1129, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is "Eyes on the Skies: The Current Night Sky, What to Watch for, How to Observe it": Prairie du Sac, WI being held?
  - **A:** &quot;Eyes on the Skies: The Current Night Sky, What to Watch for, How to Observe it&quot;: Prairie du Sac, WI takes place on Thu, 30 Apr, 2026 at 06:30 pm to Thu, 30 Apr, 2026 at 06:30 pm at 540 Water St, Prairie du Sac, WI 53578-1129, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing "Eyes on the Skies: The Current Night Sky, What to Watch for, How to Observe it": Prairie du Sac, WI?
  - **A:** &quot;Eyes on the Skies: The Current Night Sky, What to Watch for, How to Observe it&quot;: Prairie du Sac, WI is organized by Badger Talks.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Badger Talks's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given Badger Talks a rating of 4/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Badger Talks has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.

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