All events are free and open to the public. Outdoor events are subject to cancellation or postponement due to to weather–check our Facebook page or Twitter feed to get the latest scheduling updates.
Observing event for GMA & VAS Members and invited guests
Shrewsbury - Russellville Road, Deep Sky
Rain Date: Sat, Sep 8
Contact Ron Lewis for more info
802-779-5913 (cell)
802-247-5913 (home)
vtpoet@gmail.com
Rain Date Only
Observing event for GMA & VAS Members and invited guests
Shrewsbury - Russellville Road, Deep Sky
Rain Date: Sat, Sep 8
Contact Ron Lewis for more info
802-779-5913 (cell)
802-247-5913 (home)
vtpoet@gmail.com
Free and Open to the Public
Reflecting the Universe: The Role of Mirrors in Astronomy and History
Mark Pendergrast, author of Mirror Mirror: The History of the Human Love Affair with Reflection, will explore the history of mirrors, from ancient times to giant mirrors in modern telescopes.
Along the way he will introduce fascinating characters such as John Dee, the scientific advisor to Queen Elizabeth I, who believed in talking to angels in magic mirrors. But of course he will focus on the development of reflecting telescopes, starting with Isaac Newton, then William Herschel, George Ritchey, George Elliot Hale, Roger Angel's Mirror Lab in Tucson, and the Hubble Space Telescope.
Castleton University - Homecoming
Contact Ron Lewis for info
802-779-5913 (cell)
802-247-5913 (home)
vtpoet@gmail.com
One date only, September 15 or 16 depending on weather, Starts 6:30. Viewing 1st quarter Moon at the GMO and farewell to Jupiter & Mars.
One date only, September 15 or 16 depending on weather, Starts 6:30. Viewing 1st quarter Moon at the GMO and farewell to Jupiter & Mars.
Free and Open to the Public
Reflecting the Universe: The Role of Mirrors in Astronomy and History
Mark Pendergrast, author of Mirror Mirror: The History of the Human Love Affair with Reflection, will explore the history of mirrors, from ancient times to giant mirrors in modern telescopes.
Along the way he will introduce fascinating characters such as John Dee, the scientific advisor to Queen Elizabeth I, who believed in talking to angels in magic mirrors. But of course he will focus on the development of reflecting telescopes, starting with Isaac Newton, then William Herschel, George Ritchey, George Elliot Hale, Roger Angel's Mirror Lab in Tucson, and the Hubble Space Telescope.
One night only, October 5, 6 or 7, depending on weather. Dark sky viewing at the GMO.
One night only, October 5, 6 or 7, depending on weather. Dark sky viewing at the GMO.
One night only, October 5, 6 or 7, depending on weather. Dark sky viewing at the GMO.
Free and Open to the Public
Presentation – TBD
Free and Open to the Public
Presentation – TBD