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Welcome to the Roanoke Valley Astronomical Society
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MONTHLY MEETING: Monday, August 16th, 7:30
p.m., Center in the Square, Roanoke. The evening’s
program will feature several short presentations. So
far, we have Mark Hodges with two short topics, Mark
Poore agreeing to speak on the Messenger flight to
Mercury, and Jeff Suhr speaking on Animal Astronomy.
We have room for more short topics. Come join us!!!
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VAAS Conference 2010 at Roanoke College
October 9, 2010
Contact Chairperson John Goss at: goss.john@gmail.com
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RVAS WEEKEND OBSERVING SESSIONS: Unless otherwise indicated, all club
observing sessions are held at Cahas Mountain Overlook, milepost 139 on the
Blue Ridge Parkway.
o Friday and Saturday, 6th and 7th. Sunset is at 8:22 p.m. Astronomical twilight ends at 10:02 p.m. The Moon sets at 5:38 and 6:30
p.m., respectively.
September Sessions: 3rd and 4th; 9th and 10th.
o OTHER PROGRAMS:
o Public Programs Conducted by Frank Baratta:
ROANOKE CITY PARKS and RECREATION PUBLIC STARGAZE: Saturday,
August 7th, 9:00 p.m., Cahas Overlook, milepost 139, Blue Ridge Parkway.
Nonmembers must register with Parks & Rec. at 540-853-2236. Members
can call 540-774-5651 for information. (Next session: September 18th, 9:00
p.m., Green Hill Park, Salem.)
FRANKLIN COUNTY PARKS DEPT. PUBLIC STARGAZE: Next session: TBA.
FRANKLIN COUNTY PARKS DEPT. PUBLIC STARGAZE: Next session: TBA.
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The purposes of the Roanoke Valley Astronomical Society
are scientific and educational and are directed toward the advancement of
the understanding and appreciation of astronomy and related sciences among
the Society members and the public at large
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79o 56' 26"W
Altitude is
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