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<p>LA PLUME &#8211; The Thomas G. Cupillari &#8217;60 Astronomical Observatory will begin its fall program on Sept. 9 at 7:30 p.m. and will continue each Wednesday and Friday evening through Nov. 20.</p><p>The astronomical programs will feature an illustrated lecture and weather-permitted observation through telescopes. The main objects planned for observation include the Moon; the planets Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune; and various double stars, star clusters, nebulae and galaxies.</p><p>Open to the public and free of charge, the fall sessions at the observatory will be held regardless of sky conditions and will be canceled only by the threat of severe weather.</p><p>Large groups such as school classes, scouts, and community organizations interested in attending a session may contact Jo-Ann Kamichitis at 570-945-8402 or email observatory@keystone.edu to arrange a private appointment.</p><p>The observatory is located on Route 107, approximately 2 miles west of Interstate 81, exit 202, and approximately 2 miles east of Fleetville. For more information visit <a href="http://www.keystone.edu/observatory" target="_blank">www.keystone.edu/observatory</a>.</p><div class="metaInfo"><bylineMeta><p>By Steve Mocarsky</p><p>smocarsky@www.timesleader.com</p></bylineMeta></div><div class="metaInfo"><shirttailMeta><p>Reach Steve Mocarsky at 570-991-6386 or on Twitter @TLSteveMocarsky.</p></shirttailMeta></div>

Keystone College observatory slates free fall sessions