Maya Elston
Club Coordinator
Welcomes new members and plans the club’s public observing nights.
About Moonbeam Astronomy Club
Moonbeam began as a small circle of neighbors sharing handwritten sky notes after evening walks, and grew into a welcoming club where beginners and longtime observers compare what they see, ask questions freely, and learn the night sky together.
Mission: Make astronomy feel calm, approachable, and shared through practical observation notes, clear constellation guidance, and community-led meetups that invite curiosity at every level.
- Friendly local meetups with telescope sharing and guided viewing prompts.
- Observation notes written in plain language so newcomers can follow along.
- Beginner-friendly constellation guides that connect charts to real sky conditions.
- A steady, thoughtful community cadence with updates on upcoming celestial events.
Community-led astronomy
Meet the organizers
The volunteers behind Moonbeam Astronomy Club who coordinate notes, guides, and local skywatching meetups.
Jonah Sayegh
Observation Notes Editor
Shapes the club’s field notes into clear, approachable skywatching write-ups.
Leila Mercer
Constellation Guide Lead
Creates beginner-friendly learning materials for navigating the seasonal night sky.