About Moonbeam Astronomy Club

We started with neighbors sharing one telescope, and grew into a steady circle of people learning the night sky together.

Moonbeam is volunteer-led and community-supported. We keep astronomy approachable through careful observation notes, clear guides, and meetup nights where beginners and longtime hobbyists learn side by side.

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How the club began

In our first season, a small group met after dusk to compare star maps and log what we could see from local parks. Those shared notes became the foundation for today’s observation library.

We still follow that same practice: observe patiently, write clearly, and pass what we learn to the next person who looks up.

Volunteer-led learning

Moonbeam is run by members who give time to host telescope nights, update guides, and welcome first-time visitors. There is no sales agenda—just a shared commitment to thoughtful, practical astronomy.

Our approach is collaborative: each meetup blends questions, field notes, and real sky conditions so learning stays grounded in actual observation.

Club organizers

Meet the volunteers who plan our observing nights, document the sky, and help every newcomer feel at home.

Lina Ortiz, outreach coordinator portrait illustration

Lina Ortiz

Outreach Coordinator

Hosts first-time visitor nights and keeps our beginner guides practical, warm, and easy to use at the telescope.

Devin Hale, observation log lead portrait illustration

Devin Hale

Observation Log Lead

Curates monthly observation notes and coordinates member submissions so patterns in the sky stay clear and reliable.

Mei Park, constellation guide editor portrait illustration

Mei Park

Constellation Guide Editor

Shapes seasonal guide pages with clean charts and plain-language notes that bridge naked-eye viewing and telescope use.

Samir Khan, meetup operations volunteer portrait illustration

Samir Khan

Meetup Operations Volunteer

Handles field logistics, weather check-ins, and equipment flow so observation evenings stay calm, safe, and on time.