- September 15, 2025
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VAS Monthly Meeting
September 15, 2025 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Brownell Library, 6 Lincoln St, Essex Junction, VT 05452, USAFree and Open to the Public
In-person and via Zoom
Ask for the Zoom link from paulwaav@together.net or theresamarie11@GMAIL.COM
VAS Members will be emailed the Zoom link
The in-person will be at the Brownell Library on 2A near 5-Corners in Essex Junction.If you attend via Zoom please get on-line before 7:30. If you don't have Zoom installed, the application will automatically download and install when you click the meeting link. This may take a couple minutes.
PRESENTATION:
The Weekend of a Lifetime: Two Unexpected Days with a NASA Astronaut
By Steven ShepardBecause of my career as a global telecom advisor and analyst, and as an educator at a handful of universities, I’ve had the opportunity to meet some very, very interesting people over the years. As an example, I had a student in one of my executive programs whose business card read:
Dr. Tom Austin
The Phantom Works, Boeing
Chemical, Biological, Nuclear, and Radiological Initiatives
I got a beer with this guy after class one day; one of the most fascinating and terrifying conversations I’ve ever had.
But other people, while not as professionally frightening but equally interesting, have also been part of the mix. A few years ago I spent a weekend with a NASA astronaut, a guy with a PhD in Astrogeology. I got to ask him all the questions that any self-confessed space geek would ask when given that much time to annoy the poor guy. I learned a great deal about life aboard the ISS, what a typical day in the life is like, and many other things that our group will find interesting.Bio:
Dr. Steven Shepard is a professional author, speaker, photographer, audio producer, and educator. He has written books and articles on a wide variety of topics, including:
Technology, Biography, Business, Children's books, History, Photography, Storytelling, Audio and Fiction.Steve is the creator and host of the Natural Curiosity Project Podcast
Steve has done two TED talks:
• The Social Impact of Technology: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MGor5l_fHfc
• Leadership According to the Elephant’s Child: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4_F8rgbdRGwDr. Shepard received his undergraduate degree in Spanish and Romance Philology from the University of California at Berkeley (1976), his master’s degree in international business from St. Mary’s College (1985), and his PhD at the Da Vinci Institute in Rivonia, South Africa (2009).
Following the main presentation, our recurring monthly presentations will include Constellation of the Month by Terri Zittritsch.
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- September 17, 2025
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Learn Constellations -
September 17, 2025 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Dorothy Alling Memorial Library 21 Library Ln, Williston, VT 05495, United States
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- September 19, 2025
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Observing Event-Member and Invited Guests
September 19, 2025 7:30 pm - 11:30 pm
At our Hinesburg Observing Site.
Gate Opens 7:30 PM. Full darkness is about 8:30. New Moon.
Contact Paul at paulwaav@together.net if you want directions (and/or an invite)
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- September 20, 2025
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Observing Event-Member and Invited Guests
September 20, 2025 7:30 pm - 11:30 pm
At our Hinesburg Observing Site.
Gate Opens 7:30 PM. Full darkness is about 8:30. New Moon.
Contact Paul at paulwaav@together.net if you want directions (and/or an invite)
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- September 29, 2025
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International Observe the moon night
September 29, 2025 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Kellogg-Hubbard Library 135 Main St, Montpelier, VT 05602, United States
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- October 1, 2025
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WJoy: What's Up in the Night Sky
October 1, 2025 9:00 am - 9:15 am
WJoy Radio 1230AMThe monthly installment of What's Up in the Night Sky
Presented by Scott Turnbull, VAS Member and NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassador -
UVM Space club at Redstone Campus
October 1, 2025 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Redstone Campus (UVM), 438 S Prospect St, Burlington, VT 05405, USAThe UVM Space Club has invited the VAS to cohost a Star Party.
Come out to the Redstone Campus Green to see the evening planets and stars.
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- October 3, 2025
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Stargazing at Hubbard Recreation Area in South Burlington
October 3, 2025 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
124 Nowland Farm Rd, South Burlington, VT 05403
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- October 4, 2025
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Observing Event-Member and Invited Guests
October 4, 2025 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
At our Hinesburg Observing Site.
Viewing the Moon and Saturn. The gibbous waxing Moon will be in the sky all evening.
Contact Paul at paulwaav@together.net if you want directions (and/or an invite)
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- October 6, 2025
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VAS Monthly Meeting
October 6, 2025 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Brownell Library, 6 Lincoln St, Essex Junction, VT 05452, USAFree and Open to the Public
In-person and via Zoom
Ask for the Zoom link from paulwaav@together.net or theresamarie11@GMAIL.COM
VAS Members will be emailed the Zoom link
The in-person will be at the Brownell Library on 2A near 5-Corners in Essex Junction.If you attend via Zoom please get on-line before 7:30. If you don't have Zoom installed, the application will automatically download and install when you click the meeting link. This may take a couple minutes.
PRESENTATION:
A Visit with the Herschel’s and the Royal Observatory
By Richard WhiteheadA look at William Herschel and his family's impact on astronomy and his other accomplishments and the role the Royal Observatory played. From a first hand perspective of visiting Herschel's house (now a museum) and the Royal observatory, Greenwich this summer.
Following the main presentation, our recurring monthly presentations will include Constellation of the Month by Terri Zittritsch.
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- October 10, 2025
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Stargazing at Hubbard recreation area in south burlington (rain date)
October 10, 2025 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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- October 15, 2025
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Williston Star Gazing event
October 15, 2025 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Dorothy Alling Memorial Library 21 Library Ln, Williston, VT 05495, United States
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- October 17, 2025
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Observing Event-Member and Invited Guests
October 17, 2025 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
At our Hinesburg Observing Site.
Full darkness 7:40. Viewing Saturn and deep sky. Comet SWAN, C/2025 R2, will be visible in the SSW but faint, requiring a telescope or binoculars.
Contact Paul at paulwaav@together.net if you want directions (and/or an invite)
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- October 18, 2025
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Brookfield Star gazing at the West Brookfield Meeting House
October 18, 2025 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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Observing Event-Member and Invited Guests
October 18, 2025 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
At our Hinesburg Observing Site.
Full darkness 7:40. Viewing Saturn and deep sky. Comet SWAN, C/2025 R2, will be visible in the SSW but faint, requiring a telescope or binoculars.
Contact Paul at paulwaav@together.net if you want directions (and/or an invite)
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- October 19, 2025
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Brookfield star gazing at the West Brookfield Meeting House (Rain Date
October 19, 2025 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
690 West Brookfield rd, West Brookfield, vt
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- October 22, 2025
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Williston Star gazing event rain date
October 22, 2025 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Dorothy Alling Memorial Library 21 Library Ln, Williston, VT 05495, United States
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- October 24, 2025
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Observing Event-Member and Invited Guests
October 24, 2025 6:30 pm - 11:00 pm
At our Hinesburg Observing Site.
Full darkness 7:30. Viewing Saturn and deep sky. Comet SWAN, C/2025 R2, will be visible in the south but faint, requiring, a telescope or binoculars.
Contact Paul at paulwaav@together.net if you want directions (and/or an invite)
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- October 25, 2025
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Observing Event-Member and Invited Guests
October 25, 2025 6:30 pm - 11:00 pm
At our Hinesburg Observing Site.
Full darkness 7:30. Viewing Saturn and deep sky. Comet SWAN, C/2025 R2, will be visible in the south but faint, requiring, a telescope or binoculars.
Contact Paul at paulwaav@together.net if you want directions (and/or an invite)
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- October 31, 2025
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Observing Event-Member and Invited Guests
October 31, 2025 6:30 pm - 11:00 pm
At our Hinesburg Observing Site.
Gate Opens 6:30 PM. Viewing Saturn, Neptune and the waxing gibbous Moon (between 1st quarter and full).
Contact Paul at paulwaav@together.net if you want directions (and/or an invite)
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- November 1, 2025
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Observing Event-Member and Invited Guests
November 1, 2025 6:30 pm - 11:00 pm
At our Hinesburg Observing Site.
Gate Opens 6:30 PM. Viewing Saturn, Neptune and the waxing gibbous Moon (between 1st quarter and full).
Contact Paul at paulwaav@together.net if you want directions (and/or an invite)
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- November 14, 2025
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Observing Event-Member and Invited Guests
November 14, 2025 6:30 pm - 11:00 pm
At our Hinesburg Observing Site.
Gate Opens 6:30 PM. Full darkness 6:10. Viewing Saturn, Neptune, Uranus and deep sky.
Contact Paul at paulwaav@together.net if you want directions (and/or an invite)
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- November 15, 2025
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Observing Event-Member and Invited Guests
November 15, 2025 6:30 pm - 11:00 pm
At our Hinesburg Observing Site.
Gate Opens 6:30 PM. Full darkness 6:10. Viewing Saturn, Neptune, Uranus and deep sky.
Contact Paul at paulwaav@together.net if you want directions (and/or an invite)
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