Nevada City, California, will host a community stargazing event on Saturday, April 26, at 8 p.m. at Pioneer Park, organized by the City in partnership with the Nevada County Astronomers Club. Attendees are encouraged to bring chairs and limit flashlight use as they explore the night sky and learn about the significance of preserving dark environments. This free event celebrates International Dark Sky Week and underscores the City’s commitment to becoming a dark sky community, as demonstrated by a recent draft of a Dark Sky Ordinance. City officials emphasize the importance of reducing light pollution for ecological balance, human health, and energy conservation. Residents are invited to participate and learn more about dark sky initiatives by visiting the City’s dedicated webpage.