• Astronomy Lectures, Shows and Observing sessions
  In support of other aspects of science education in the Big Bend area.
            
  • AstroTopics - A monthly talk given at the general meeting that is of interest to the amateur astronomer. Topics range from equipment, observing techniques, maintenance, observing programs, astrophysics, what is happening in astronomy, activities at other clubs and stargazes and so on. Talks are given by members, visiting scholars and amateurs. The length of the talk varies from one half hour to an hour and a half. Everyone is welcome. The schedule for talks is:
                      

    2004 - June	Astronomy Software - Barry Boerner
    2004 - July	Equatorial Mount - Gene Kochanowsky
    2004 - August	Binoculars - Tom Rice
    2004 - September	The Keck - Craig Nance of Keck
    2004 - October	Collimation - Gene Kochanowsky
    2004 - November	Buying a Telescope - Dennis Dye of Thomasville Astronomical Society
    2004 - December	Solar Astronomy - Juanita Raymond & Barry Boerner

                   

  • Sidewalk Astronomy at Lake Ella - Weather permitting, once every month on the Friday closest to the first quarter moon, there are members and telescopes at Lake Ella. It is free and open to everyone. We start viewing at sunset. We also hold sessions at Lake Ella during special astronomical events. Please check the Educational calendar above or our calendar of events for the next session.
    
    
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  • STARLAB - TAS, in cooperation with MB MOAS - Mary Brogan Museum of Arts & Sciences, performs STARLAB planetarium shows for visitors to the center on the dates shown in the schedule above. The shows are held on the first Saturday of each month and take place at 1PM and 2PM. Seating is limited so please arrive early. 10 Most Asked Question in StarLab
          
  • FSU PLANETARIUM - We also participate in the FSU Physics Department Planetarium shows.  
                   
  • MACLAY GARDENS STARGAZE - In cooperation with Maclay Gardens, TAS presents a stargaze open to the general public. We usually have slide shows and lectures as well as a tour of skies. There are star charts, telescopes and binoculars available to the public. Bring your jackets, blankets and lawn chairs.
             

Please contact our Education Chair for further information.