Letters

Undoubtedly, many of us were looking up on April 8 during the day to observe the eclipse — but Southampton Town’s Dark Skies Committee urges everyone to go out and observe the wonders above us every night as well.

In order to see the constellations and planets, we need to minimize light pollution — turning off outdoor lighting by 10 p.m. (it’s the law!) and shielding light fixtures. Find out more about the importance of darkness for wildlife, our health and our heritage on the Southampton Town website (search for Dark Skies Committee).

And for a fun way to learn more about the natural resource of the heavens, come to our “Celebrate the Night Sky” event on Friday, April 12, at 7 p.m. in the Southampton High School Planetarium. Astronomy teacher John Walsh will lead us in an exploration of night sky wonders in this school facility, and we will also go outside to observe the real sky if possible. Free and perfect for the whole family.

Sheila Peiffer

Dark Skies Advisory Committee

Southampton Town