Welcome to the official website of the Hot Pot Astronomical Association (HPAA)! We’re excited to share our passion for astronomy and hot pot culture with the world.

Our Story

The name ‘hot pot’ originates from 2017 CalStar in Whisper Canyon, where we cooked Chinese hot pot under the stars. The universe was born in a hot dense soup, and we believe the sky with all kinds of galaxies/nebulae/stars is just like the hot pot with different food inside.

火锅天文协会(HPAA)，是旧金山湾区的一个华人天文爱好者组织。宇宙诞生于一团热汤之中，就好像我们的火锅。我们在加州黑暗的天空下，抬头看宇宙，低头吃火锅，享受天文，享受生活。

What We Do

HPAA is a Chinese astronomy enthusiasts organization in the San Francisco Bay Area. We enjoy astronomy and life under the dark California sky, looking up at the universe while enjoying hot pot below.

Our Activities Include:

• Stargazing Events: Regular meetups under the dark California sky
• Hot Pot Gatherings: Sharing meals while discussing astronomical discoveries
• Educational Workshops: Learning about telescopes, astrophotography, and celestial objects
• Community Building: Connecting Chinese astronomy enthusiasts in the Bay Area

Join Our Community

Whether you’re an experienced astronomer or just starting your journey into the cosmos, HPAA welcomes all enthusiasts. Our community values:

• Inclusivity: All experience levels welcome
• Cultural Connection: Bridging astronomy and Chinese hot pot culture
• Learning: Sharing knowledge and experiences
• Friendship: Building lasting connections under the stars

Upcoming Events

Stay tuned for our upcoming events:

• Monthly stargazing sessions
• Hot pot meetups
• Telescope workshops
• Astrophotography sessions

Get in Touch

Ready to join us? Contact us through our website or follow us on social media for the latest updates and event announcements.

Looking up at the universe while enjoying hot pot below
抬头看宇宙，低头吃火锅