Public Speaking

A dynamic public speaker, Dennis has entertained, inspired, and informed audiences at resorts, museums, corporate events, and on land and sea tours, and has become a frequent guest on radio and television. Below you’ll find some of the exciting public programs that are coming up.

Sunday, November 12, 2023 RAIN OF FIRE Winter nights in the desert are a wonderful time for stargazing, especially when meteors (falling stars) are raining down from next month’s Geminid meteor shower. Learn the origins of the year’s most dramatic shower, why it returns each year, and how to view and photograph the celestial show! Sunday, December 17, 2023 BORREGO AFTER DARK: A PHOTOGRAPHIC JOURNEY For those who love the serene beauty of the Borrego night sky, the photos you’ll see tonight represent the best of the best, compiled over the past two decades of Dennis’ nocturnal wanderings. All evoke a sense of wonder, and all will inspire you to view the desert sky a bit differently than ever before. Sunday, January 14, 2024 2024: A YEAR OF CELESTIAL WONDER As we turn the page on the calendar, an exciting year of celestial events comes into view: lunar and planetary conjunctions, meteor showers, and a spectacular total solar eclipse over the U.S. mainland. Don’t miss this fun-filled preview of what promises to be a most fascinating year of celestial wonder! Sunday, February 04, 2024 THE GREAT AMERICAN TOTAL SOLAR ECLIPSE If your bucket list includes seeing a total solar eclipse… well, get ready. In early April, the moon’s shadow will sweep across the U.S. for the last time until 2044. Learn the fine details of this sky show, the best places to experience it, and why you must not miss this stunning once-in-a-lifetime experience! Sunday, March 17, 2024 GREATEST LIGHT SHOW ON EARTH High above the arctic and subarctic regions of Earth dance the magical colors of the northern lights—the aurora borealis. Learn the origins and lore of these mysterious lights, and relive Dennis’ many journeys to the Arctic and sub-Arctic to capture with his camera the greatest light show on Earth!

2023-2024 PUBLIC SPRINGS LECTURE SEASON Springs at Borrego RV Resort Borrego Springs, CA

The 16th season of our popular Sunday night series of presentations continues for 2023-24. Each includes a light dinner and a live slide/video presenatoin about an exciting celestial topic. For details and reservations, visit the Springs at Borrego , or call 760-767-0004.

ASTRONOMICAL SOCIETY OF THE DESERT Portola Community Center Palm Desert, CA

Friday, February 23, 2024 BORREGO AFTER DARK: A PHOTOGRAPHIC JOURNEY For those who love the serene beauty of the desert night sky, the photos you’ll see tonight represent the best of the best, compiled over the past few decades of Dennis’ nocturnal wanderings. All evoke a sense of wonder, and all will inspire you to view the desert sky a bit differently than ever before. For details, visit the Astronomical Society of the Desert.

NIGHTFALL STAR PARTY Palm Canyon Hotel & RV Resort Borrego Springs, CA

Saturday, November 02, 2024 SKY TOUR AT NIGHTFALL Join us for this fun-filled presentation under the stars of California’s first International Dark Sky Community. Then, view through a variety of telescopes the stunning wonders of the universe, and talk with amateur astronomers from around Southern California. For more details about this free presentation, as well as all the exciting astronomical activites this weekend, visit Nightfall Star Party.

2024 CELESTIAL OVERNIGHTS California Overland Desert Excursions Borrego Springs, CA