The evening will begin with a reception featuring local breweries and distilleries, followed by a presentation of the Jupiter Award to Joan Higginbotham, former NASA astronaut. A gourmet dinner provided by Snap Pea catering precedes dancing to a live band and skywatching outside (weather permitting, of course). Proceeds from this black-tie gala support enriching field trip experiences and outreach visits for schoolchildren across the state.