The Origins Institute in partnership with the McMaster Alumni Association invite you to an online public lecture with Dr. Hari Kunduri, Associate Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy. Tune in as Dr. Kunduri explains what exactly a black hole is, and how we have come to have a reasonable theoretical understanding of objects that cannot be seen or heard.

In this profusely-illustrated non-technical presentation, learn how the universe is as amazing, wondrous, and awe-inspiring as anything you may encounter in science fiction or video games — and it's real! Lots of time for questions and discussion — on any aspect of astronomy that you wish! Led by John Percy, Professor Emeritus at the University of Toronto, in Astronomy & Astrophysics, and in Science Education. Drop-in. Call us at 416-393-7668 for more information.

Join us and our sponsor, Durham Skies, for an evening of free public stargazing along the north shore of Lake Ontario at Millennium Square. Observe the Moon, Jupiter at its best, Saturn, even Uranus and Neptune and stars through our telescopes! Check out astronomy literature at our information booth, and ask us questions to learn more about the stars and planets. You can bring your own telescope and we'd be happy to help you set it up and aim it at the Moon.

Is the human body built for Mars? Will interstellar travel ever be possible? What can studies on Earth and in space tell us about planetary exploration?

Explore the Universe - from the comfort of your home! During these family-friendly sessions, a DDO Astronomer will answer your questions about the observatory, astronomy and space, telescopes, and the motions of the sky using powerful astronomy software and eye-catching visuals! Only one registration per household is required. Deadline to register for this program is Wednesday, September 28, 2022 at 3:00pm. Prior to the start of the program you will be emailed information on the virtual program links and any specific information relating to your program.

The best kind of trivia is astronomy trivia!

Explore the universe with members of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada. Telescopes will be set up to provide stellar views of the Moon, the planets and more. Astronomy Nights fill up fast, be sure to register to save your place for space! If weather conditions are not ideal for star gazing, we will cancel the event at 12:00pm that day, and postpone the event to the next day (Wednesday, October 5). Please watch your email for updates in this circumstance. If you do not receive an email, please check you Junk/Spam folders.

The little constellation of Delphinus, the Dolphin, swims the autumn evening sky. It is easy to identify with unaided eyes, can be explored in binoculars, and has many interesting stars and deep sky targets for telescopes of any size.

Join us, from the comfort of your home! This program provides an illustrated one-hour presentation and discussion about what exciting celestial events to look for each season. The events and phenomena will be explained using simple language, with recommendations about how best to observe and photograph them.

The Toronto Centre is participating once again at the hugely popular (and entertaining!) Pumpkinville festival run by the Town of Ajax at beautiful Greenwood Conservation Area. In addition to our information tent, we will set-up solar telescopes. The Sun is quite active now, so we're sure to have sunspots to examine up close!! Visit Ajax's website for more details about the festival and free shuttlebus service.