We're seeking 4 volunteers to help with a Senior Stargazing Event ⭐
The Basics
Volunteer shift date & time: Friday, Sept.11. 2026 from 6:45 p.m. to 10:45 p.m.
Program Time: 8 p.m. to 10 p.m.
- Note: the program run time is NOT the volunteer shift. We need volunteers to arrive early to set up, and clean up after the event .
Location: Alum Rock Park, Eagle Rock Parking Lot
- 15184 Penitencia Creek Rd, San Jose, CA 95132
- For a map of Alum Rock Park, please see this link: https://www.sanjoseca.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/110007/639150402394870000
Project code (when recording your well-deserved volunteer hours): Starry Nights
⭐Description: Join us to help with Starry Nights at Alum Rock Park! Assist us and our partners from San Jose Astronomical Association (SJAA) to bring the excitement of our glittery skies to the seniors in our community. Don't know stars? No problem! That's why we got the pros.
What we'll need help with is ensuring the event runs smoothly and efficiently - we hope you'll sign up and join us:
What we're asking YOU to help with:
- Set up
- Tear Down
- Parking
- Checking-in guests
- Having fun! Make sure our guests (and you!) have an enjoyable stargazing experience
What should I bring? Let us know if you have questions or concerns.
- Volunteer shirt
- High-vis-vest
- Flashlight with a red-light option
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Light layers
- A camp chair
More information:
- The event runs for two hours. We expect attendees to trickle in from 7:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. At 10 p.m. we will start cleaning up and we should be all wrapped up by 10:30 p.m.
- There will be 8-10 different telescopes with an astronomer at each one looking at different objects in the sky. Guests are welcome to move from station to station as they like. We are expecting up to 70 cars for this event.
- The event will be cancelled in the case of rainy weather and/or poor viewing conditions.
Notes:
- Please review the information below to ensure you're ready to go!
- If you find that you can no longer make it, please cancel your attendance ASAP and email Kat so that we can make sure that this event is properly staffed.
- If cloudy or inclement weather is forecasted, volunteers will be directly informed by either OSA staff
- Pro-tip:
- Bring layers, good shoes, water, snacks, and everything you need to be self-sufficient for the event
What we told the public:
- OSA is teaming up with San Jose Astronomical Association (SJAA) to co-host this event
- It's a "senior stargazing event!" at Alum Rock Park.
- OSA-approved SJAA club members will set up telescopes and provide tons of content and knowledge (and of course, a fun-filled, exciting experience)
- During the event, the public is welcome to move freely from telescope to telescope, each one looking at a different features in the sky
- We requested for the public NOT to bring their own telescope (binoculars are welcomed, but please no tripods)
- We told the public to arrive by 8 p.m. and they will start arriving by 7:30 p.m. Please arrive by 6:45 p.m.so that you can help us get set-up and we can coordinate roles for the event.
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