"Explore the wonders of the Universe in this beginner-friendly astronomy class! Dive into the starpatterns of the Summer Sky and the hidden treasures found within, while also gaining a solidunderstanding of the Milky Way, different deep-space objects, and telescopes. Learn to identifykey stars, planets, and more. Weather permitting, enjoy a hands-on stargazing experience withsmall “smart telescopes” that allow you to see some of the objects mentioned in class. Perfect forcurious beginners or lifelong learners, this course is your gateway to the cosmos! Star charts, astronomy calendars, notepads, and other space goodies (provided by the NASA Nebraska Space Grant) will be provided to the students."