DDO Astronomy Speaker's Night - February 2026 - Doubles for Couples

Speaker: Benjamin Law

Topic: Doubles for Couples

Visit a unique historical site in Richmond Hill and experience an engaging presentation led by experts and researchers in astronomy, covering a variety of exciting astronomy topics.

After the presentation, participants will tour the observatory and see a demonstration of the 74” telescope pointed to an interesting celestial object for the visitors to view (Weather Dependent).

Please wear / bring appropriate supplies for being outside.

All individuals/family members attending this program must be registered and a registered adult must accompany any registered participants under the age of 16.

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the program start time in order to be signed in.

This program runs rain or shine. 

Who can attend: Ages 12 and up

Fee: See ActiveRH

Registration Link: ActiveRH

Location: David Dunlap Observatory (DDO)

Organized by: RASC, Toronto Centre

Abstract: 

This Valentine's Day, come learn about double stars - fascinating celestial objects that are never alone. In this talk, RASC astronomer Ben Law will go through the basic properties of double stars: what they are, where to find them, and what we can learn from observing them.