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Wonders of the Night Sky with Mike Lynch

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Join acclaimed astronomer Mike Lynch on a fun celestial journey as he provides up-close views of star clusters, nebulae, planets, galaxies and other wonders in our autumn skies through the lenses of his giant reflecting telescopes—some of the largest mobile telescopes in Minnesota. You’ll get to know constellations like “The Big Bear,” “Cygnus the Swan,” “Pegasus the Winged Horse,” as well as learn the fascinating stories behind them.

The evening will start off with an indoor presentation, and then shift to quality viewing time outside under the heavens. The universe is waiting! Make the stars your old friends. You are welcome to bring your own binoculars or telescopes, and bring lawn chairs and a blanket.

Mike will provide complete handout packages with a September star map for the entire sky, individual constellation charts, website and app recommendations, a telescope buying guide, and more.

Date
Sep 05 2026
Time
8:15 pm - 11:15 pm

Wildfire Alerts

At this time there are no wildfires in the Grand Rapids, and Itasca County, Minnesota area. The wildfire smoke from the Cook, Lake, and northern St Louis County fires has moved into the greater Grand Rapids, and Itasca County, Minnesota area today. Predictions with wind and weather conditions that it will clear up significantly this weekend (July 17-19, 2026). Below are some resources and updated information regarding the air quality and wildfires in Cook, Lake, and northern St Louis County:

MN DNR Wildfire Updates/Alerts:
 https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/forestry/fire/index.html

US Forest Department, Superior National Forest Updates/Alerts: 
https://www.fs.usda.gov/r09/superior/alerts

MPCA Information:
 https://www.pca.state.mn.us/news-and-stories/air-quality-alert-issued-due-to-wildfire-smoke-for-wednesday-july-15-through-friday-july-17-for-east-0

INCI Information : 
https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-publication/mnsuf-july-2026-superior-nf-wildfires/superior-national-forest-and-july-lightning-event-combined-daily-update-07-14-2026