[sac-board] PUBLIC STAR PARTY AT THUNDERBIRD PARK SATURDAY MAY 10, 2008 - REMINDER
- From: "Jack Jones" <Telescoper@xxxxxxx>
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- Date: Tue, 6 May 2008 18:48:19 -0700
Hello again,
Please distribute this announcement to friends, neighbors, and coworkers if
you have not done so already. Don't forget to bring plenty of water and also a
stepstool for the little ones. See Friday May 9 Arizona Republic for possible
mention of Astronomy Day and our event.
Thx!
Here is our announcement:
Hello All!
Astronomy Day will be celebrated on May 10 this year. As part of this
event, the Saguaro Astronomy Club of Phoenix and the Glendale Parks and
Recreation Department will host the 2008 Spring Public Star Party on
Saturday May 10, from 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM at Thunderbird Park in Glendale.
Sunset is at 7:19 PM. The Moon will be a waxing crescent with 35%
illuminated. Saturn will be perfectly placed, and we will be viewing
Saturn, Mercury, and Mars, along with the Moon and other celestial
objects and deep sky wonders through a variety of telescopes, large and
small, starting at dusk. Club members will be available to answer your
questions on Astronomy and the Universe in general.
The main entrance to the Park is on 59th Avenue between Deer Valley and
Pinnacle Peak Rd. Go 1.5 mi. north of the 101 on 59th Avenue and turn
left (West) at the entrance. Follow the signs in the park to the parking
area.
It is recommended to bring plenty of bottled water to stay hydrated.
Restroom facilities will be available at the entrance to the Park as
will a shuttle bus to transport participants to the observing site.
The event is free. Please join us for a night under the stars!
Jack Jones
Public Events Coordinator
Saguaro Astronomy Club
Phoenix AZ
623-322-1559 (Contact)
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