Spend a star filled night at Alys Beach
Locals and visitors are invited to enjoy a free tour of the heavens, courtesy of Alys Beach on Friday, Jan. 11, for “A Night of Star Gazing.”
Alan Knothe, former astronomy instructor for Okaloosa-Walton College, will guide this fun and educational evening.
“We plan to walk along the beach and point out many interesting stars, constellations, planets and astronomical facts,” said Christian Wagley, Alys Beach’s Environmental Program Manager, “We’re all aware of this area’s terrestrial beauty, but becoming more knowledgeable about our nighttime sky really enhances one’s connection with nature.”
The star-gazing tour will begin at 6:30 p.m. at Fonville Press, a popular coffee shop, newsstand and wine bar located in Alys Beach directly on Scenic Highway 30A.
Fonville Press will open for wine and mingling at 5:00 p.m. that day, and a beach bonfire party will follow the tour.
This free family-friendly event is open to the public. For more information, please call 1-866-481-8387 or email events@alysbeach.com.