May 2013 – Vol. 25 No. 9

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Agenda

  1. Aug
    2
    Fri

    1. Project ASTRO Summer Workshop (all-day) @ San Mateo County Office of Education
      Aug 2 – Aug 3

      This program of the Astronomical Society of the Pacific “seeks 3rd-9th grade teachers…to attend a free 2-day summer workshop to learn hands-on, inquiry-based astronomy activities.  The workshop will be August 2-3 at the San Mateo County Office of Education. Online applications are due by May 29, 2013http://astrosociety.org/education/k12-educators/sf-bay-area-project-astro/

      For information, call 415-715-1426 or complete teacher application.

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      Project ASTRO Summer Workshop @ San Mateo County Office of Education (all-day)
    2. Come to Foothill Observatory and join us in the exploration of our Universe! Foothill Observatory Friday Evening Program @ Foothill College Observatory
      9:00 pm – 11:00 pm

      Come to Foothill Observatory and join us in the exploration of our Universe!

      Foothill Observatory is open for public viewing every clear Friday evening from 9:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. Visitors can view the wonders of the universe through the observatory’s new computer-controlled 16-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope. Views of objects in our solar system may include craters and mountains on the moon, the moons and cloud-bands of Jupiter, the rings of Saturn, etc. The choice of targets for any evening’s viewing depends on the season and what objects are currently in the sky.

      On clear, dark, moonless nights, the telescopes give visitors views into the deeper reaches of space. Star clusters, nebulae, and distant galaxies provide dramatic demonstrations of the vastness of the cosmos.

      Confirm before you go that the observatory will be open!

      The public viewing programs at Foothill are free of charge and are open to guests of all ages. Please note that the observatory is closed when the weather is cloudy. Also note that visitor parking permits are available from the machines in the parking lots for $3.00.

      The observatory is next to parking lot 4.

      http://www.foothill.edu/ast/fhobs.php

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      9:00 pm
      Come to Foothill Observatory and join us in the exploration of our Universe! Foothill Observatory Friday Evening Program @ Foothill College Observatory
  2. Aug
    7
    Wed

    1. Free Day at the Exploratorium @ Exploratorium
      10:00 am – 5:00 pm

      Museum admission is free the first Wednesday of every month.

      http://www.exploratorium.edu/visit/hours_admissions.php

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      10:00 am
      Free Day at the Exploratorium @ Exploratorium
  3. Aug
    9
    Fri

    1. Come to Foothill Observatory and join us in the exploration of our Universe! Foothill Observatory Friday Evening Program @ Foothill College Observatory
      9:00 pm – 11:00 pm

      Come to Foothill Observatory and join us in the exploration of our Universe!

      Foothill Observatory is open for public viewing every clear Friday evening from 9:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. Visitors can view the wonders of the universe through the observatory’s new computer-controlled 16-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope. Views of objects in our solar system may include craters and mountains on the moon, the moons and cloud-bands of Jupiter, the rings of Saturn, etc. The choice of targets for any evening’s viewing depends on the season and what objects are currently in the sky.

      On clear, dark, moonless nights, the telescopes give visitors views into the deeper reaches of space. Star clusters, nebulae, and distant galaxies provide dramatic demonstrations of the vastness of the cosmos.

      Confirm before you go that the observatory will be open!

      The public viewing programs at Foothill are free of charge and are open to guests of all ages. Please note that the observatory is closed when the weather is cloudy. Also note that visitor parking permits are available from the machines in the parking lots for $3.00.

      The observatory is next to parking lot 4.

      http://www.foothill.edu/ast/fhobs.php

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      9:00 pm
      Come to Foothill Observatory and join us in the exploration of our Universe! Foothill Observatory Friday Evening Program @ Foothill College Observatory
  4. Aug
    16
    Fri

    1. Come to Foothill Observatory and join us in the exploration of our Universe! Foothill Observatory Friday Evening Program @ Foothill College Observatory
      9:00 pm – 11:00 pm

      Come to Foothill Observatory and join us in the exploration of our Universe!

      Foothill Observatory is open for public viewing every clear Friday evening from 9:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. Visitors can view the wonders of the universe through the observatory’s new computer-controlled 16-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope. Views of objects in our solar system may include craters and mountains on the moon, the moons and cloud-bands of Jupiter, the rings of Saturn, etc. The choice of targets for any evening’s viewing depends on the season and what objects are currently in the sky.

      On clear, dark, moonless nights, the telescopes give visitors views into the deeper reaches of space. Star clusters, nebulae, and distant galaxies provide dramatic demonstrations of the vastness of the cosmos.

      Confirm before you go that the observatory will be open!

      The public viewing programs at Foothill are free of charge and are open to guests of all ages. Please note that the observatory is closed when the weather is cloudy. Also note that visitor parking permits are available from the machines in the parking lots for $3.00.

      The observatory is next to parking lot 4.

      http://www.foothill.edu/ast/fhobs.php

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      9:00 pm
      Come to Foothill Observatory and join us in the exploration of our Universe! Foothill Observatory Friday Evening Program @ Foothill College Observatory
  5. Aug
    23
    Fri

    1. Come to Foothill Observatory and join us in the exploration of our Universe! Foothill Observatory Friday Evening Program @ Foothill College Observatory
      9:00 pm – 11:00 pm

      Come to Foothill Observatory and join us in the exploration of our Universe!

      Foothill Observatory is open for public viewing every clear Friday evening from 9:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. Visitors can view the wonders of the universe through the observatory’s new computer-controlled 16-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope. Views of objects in our solar system may include craters and mountains on the moon, the moons and cloud-bands of Jupiter, the rings of Saturn, etc. The choice of targets for any evening’s viewing depends on the season and what objects are currently in the sky.

      On clear, dark, moonless nights, the telescopes give visitors views into the deeper reaches of space. Star clusters, nebulae, and distant galaxies provide dramatic demonstrations of the vastness of the cosmos.

      Confirm before you go that the observatory will be open!

      The public viewing programs at Foothill are free of charge and are open to guests of all ages. Please note that the observatory is closed when the weather is cloudy. Also note that visitor parking permits are available from the machines in the parking lots for $3.00.

      The observatory is next to parking lot 4.

      http://www.foothill.edu/ast/fhobs.php

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      9:00 pm
      Come to Foothill Observatory and join us in the exploration of our Universe! Foothill Observatory Friday Evening Program @ Foothill College Observatory
  6. Aug
    30
    Fri

    1. Come to Foothill Observatory and join us in the exploration of our Universe! Foothill Observatory Friday Evening Program @ Foothill College Observatory
      9:00 pm – 11:00 pm

      Come to Foothill Observatory and join us in the exploration of our Universe!

      Foothill Observatory is open for public viewing every clear Friday evening from 9:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. Visitors can view the wonders of the universe through the observatory’s new computer-controlled 16-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope. Views of objects in our solar system may include craters and mountains on the moon, the moons and cloud-bands of Jupiter, the rings of Saturn, etc. The choice of targets for any evening’s viewing depends on the season and what objects are currently in the sky.

      On clear, dark, moonless nights, the telescopes give visitors views into the deeper reaches of space. Star clusters, nebulae, and distant galaxies provide dramatic demonstrations of the vastness of the cosmos.

      Confirm before you go that the observatory will be open!

      The public viewing programs at Foothill are free of charge and are open to guests of all ages. Please note that the observatory is closed when the weather is cloudy. Also note that visitor parking permits are available from the machines in the parking lots for $3.00.

      The observatory is next to parking lot 4.

      http://www.foothill.edu/ast/fhobs.php

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      9:00 pm
      Come to Foothill Observatory and join us in the exploration of our Universe! Foothill Observatory Friday Evening Program @ Foothill College Observatory
  7. Sep
    4
    Wed

    1. Free Day at the Exploratorium @ Exploratorium
      10:00 am – 5:00 pm

      Museum admission is free the first Wednesday of every month.

      http://www.exploratorium.edu/visit/hours_admissions.php

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      10:00 am
      Free Day at the Exploratorium @ Exploratorium
  8. Sep
    5
    Thu

    1. Cafe Inquiry @ Cafe Borrone
      6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

      Meet up with rationalists, skeptics, and freethinkers south of San Francisco.  Cafe Inquiry is a social event hosted by the Center for Inquiry. We’ll meet at Café Borrone between Kepler’s Books and the British Banker’s Club! Look for the black balloon.

      http://www.cafeborrone.com

      http://www.centerforinquiry.net/sf

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      6:00 pm
      Cafe Inquiry @ Cafe Borrone
  9. Sep
    6
    Fri

    1. Come to Foothill Observatory and join us in the exploration of our Universe! Foothill Observatory Friday Evening Program @ Foothill College Observatory
      9:00 pm – 11:00 pm

      Come to Foothill Observatory and join us in the exploration of our Universe!

      Foothill Observatory is open for public viewing every clear Friday evening from 9:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. Visitors can view the wonders of the universe through the observatory’s new computer-controlled 16-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope. Views of objects in our solar system may include craters and mountains on the moon, the moons and cloud-bands of Jupiter, the rings of Saturn, etc. The choice of targets for any evening’s viewing depends on the season and what objects are currently in the sky.

      On clear, dark, moonless nights, the telescopes give visitors views into the deeper reaches of space. Star clusters, nebulae, and distant galaxies provide dramatic demonstrations of the vastness of the cosmos.

      Confirm before you go that the observatory will be open!

      The public viewing programs at Foothill are free of charge and are open to guests of all ages. Please note that the observatory is closed when the weather is cloudy. Also note that visitor parking permits are available from the machines in the parking lots for $3.00.

      The observatory is next to parking lot 4.

      http://www.foothill.edu/ast/fhobs.php

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      9:00 pm
      Come to Foothill Observatory and join us in the exploration of our Universe! Foothill Observatory Friday Evening Program @ Foothill College Observatory
  10. Sep
    7
    Sat

    1. Electricity Fair @ Folsom Powerhouse Museum
      11:00 am – 3:00 pm

      Come and join a family day of fun and learn about electricity from how it is made to how it is sent to your home. Learn about interesting ways to become more energy efficient as well with many fun activities.  Parking and shuttle service will be available.

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      11:00 am
      Electricity Fair @ Folsom Powerhouse Museum
  11. Sep
    13
    Fri

    1. Come to Foothill Observatory and join us in the exploration of our Universe! Foothill Observatory Friday Evening Program @ Foothill College Observatory
      9:00 pm – 11:00 pm

      Come to Foothill Observatory and join us in the exploration of our Universe!

      Foothill Observatory is open for public viewing every clear Friday evening from 9:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. Visitors can view the wonders of the universe through the observatory’s new computer-controlled 16-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope. Views of objects in our solar system may include craters and mountains on the moon, the moons and cloud-bands of Jupiter, the rings of Saturn, etc. The choice of targets for any evening’s viewing depends on the season and what objects are currently in the sky.

      On clear, dark, moonless nights, the telescopes give visitors views into the deeper reaches of space. Star clusters, nebulae, and distant galaxies provide dramatic demonstrations of the vastness of the cosmos.

      Confirm before you go that the observatory will be open!

      The public viewing programs at Foothill are free of charge and are open to guests of all ages. Please note that the observatory is closed when the weather is cloudy. Also note that visitor parking permits are available from the machines in the parking lots for $3.00.

      The observatory is next to parking lot 4.

      http://www.foothill.edu/ast/fhobs.php

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      9:00 pm
      Come to Foothill Observatory and join us in the exploration of our Universe! Foothill Observatory Friday Evening Program @ Foothill College Observatory
  12. Sep
    14
    Sat

    1. Electric Circuits (GEMS) Workshop for Teachers @ Folsom Powerhouse Museum
      9:00 am – 3:00 pm

      Davin Bowker, science teacher from the San Juan Unified School District will show
      you how to teach electric circuits with simple and easy to find materials. This is a great resource for 4th grade teachers.  Curriculum from the Lawrence Hall of
      Science will be given to teachers along with a tour of
      the museum.   To Register: ETCMail@smud.org

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      9:00 am
      Electric Circuits (GEMS) Workshop for Teachers @ Folsom Powerhouse Museum
  13. Sep
    20
    Fri

    1. Come to Foothill Observatory and join us in the exploration of our Universe! Foothill Observatory Friday Evening Program @ Foothill College Observatory
      9:00 pm – 11:00 pm

      Come to Foothill Observatory and join us in the exploration of our Universe!

      Foothill Observatory is open for public viewing every clear Friday evening from 9:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. Visitors can view the wonders of the universe through the observatory’s new computer-controlled 16-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope. Views of objects in our solar system may include craters and mountains on the moon, the moons and cloud-bands of Jupiter, the rings of Saturn, etc. The choice of targets for any evening’s viewing depends on the season and what objects are currently in the sky.

      On clear, dark, moonless nights, the telescopes give visitors views into the deeper reaches of space. Star clusters, nebulae, and distant galaxies provide dramatic demonstrations of the vastness of the cosmos.

      Confirm before you go that the observatory will be open!

      The public viewing programs at Foothill are free of charge and are open to guests of all ages. Please note that the observatory is closed when the weather is cloudy. Also note that visitor parking permits are available from the machines in the parking lots for $3.00.

      The observatory is next to parking lot 4.

      http://www.foothill.edu/ast/fhobs.php

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      9:00 pm
      Come to Foothill Observatory and join us in the exploration of our Universe! Foothill Observatory Friday Evening Program @ Foothill College Observatory
  14. Sep
    27
    Fri

    1. Come to Foothill Observatory and join us in the exploration of our Universe! Foothill Observatory Friday Evening Program @ Foothill College Observatory
      9:00 pm – 11:00 pm

      Come to Foothill Observatory and join us in the exploration of our Universe!

      Foothill Observatory is open for public viewing every clear Friday evening from 9:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. Visitors can view the wonders of the universe through the observatory’s new computer-controlled 16-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope. Views of objects in our solar system may include craters and mountains on the moon, the moons and cloud-bands of Jupiter, the rings of Saturn, etc. The choice of targets for any evening’s viewing depends on the season and what objects are currently in the sky.

      On clear, dark, moonless nights, the telescopes give visitors views into the deeper reaches of space. Star clusters, nebulae, and distant galaxies provide dramatic demonstrations of the vastness of the cosmos.

      Confirm before you go that the observatory will be open!

      The public viewing programs at Foothill are free of charge and are open to guests of all ages. Please note that the observatory is closed when the weather is cloudy. Also note that visitor parking permits are available from the machines in the parking lots for $3.00.

      The observatory is next to parking lot 4.

      http://www.foothill.edu/ast/fhobs.php

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      9:00 pm
      Come to Foothill Observatory and join us in the exploration of our Universe! Foothill Observatory Friday Evening Program @ Foothill College Observatory
  15. Oct
    2
    Wed

    1. Free Day at the Exploratorium @ Exploratorium
      10:00 am – 5:00 pm

      Museum admission is free the first Wednesday of every month.

      http://www.exploratorium.edu/visit/hours_admissions.php

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      10:00 am
      Free Day at the Exploratorium @ Exploratorium
  16. Oct
    3
    Thu

    1. Cafe Inquiry @ Cafe Borrone
      6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

      Meet up with rationalists, skeptics, and freethinkers south of San Francisco.  Cafe Inquiry is a social event hosted by the Center for Inquiry. We’ll meet at Café Borrone between Kepler’s Books and the British Banker’s Club! Look for the black balloon.

      http://www.cafeborrone.com

      http://www.centerforinquiry.net/sf

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      6:00 pm
      Cafe Inquiry @ Cafe Borrone
  17. Oct
    4
    Fri

    1. Come to Foothill Observatory and join us in the exploration of our Universe! Foothill Observatory Friday Evening Program @ Foothill College Observatory
      9:00 pm – 11:00 pm

      Come to Foothill Observatory and join us in the exploration of our Universe!

      Foothill Observatory is open for public viewing every clear Friday evening from 9:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. Visitors can view the wonders of the universe through the observatory’s new computer-controlled 16-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope. Views of objects in our solar system may include craters and mountains on the moon, the moons and cloud-bands of Jupiter, the rings of Saturn, etc. The choice of targets for any evening’s viewing depends on the season and what objects are currently in the sky.

      On clear, dark, moonless nights, the telescopes give visitors views into the deeper reaches of space. Star clusters, nebulae, and distant galaxies provide dramatic demonstrations of the vastness of the cosmos.

      Confirm before you go that the observatory will be open!

      The public viewing programs at Foothill are free of charge and are open to guests of all ages. Please note that the observatory is closed when the weather is cloudy. Also note that visitor parking permits are available from the machines in the parking lots for $3.00.

      The observatory is next to parking lot 4.

      http://www.foothill.edu/ast/fhobs.php

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      9:00 pm
      Come to Foothill Observatory and join us in the exploration of our Universe! Foothill Observatory Friday Evening Program @ Foothill College Observatory
  18. Oct
    5
    Sat

    1. Steve Spangler Science – Story Time Slime @ SMUD Energy and Technology Center
      8:30 am – 3:30 pm

      This hands-on science training is more than just a collection of great activities;
      it’s a whole new way to teach science through the medium of children’s
      literature.  Discover why science is the great melting pot of every discipline you teach, especially reading.  Teachers will receive a Steve Spangler kit.   For more
      information visit:  storytimeslime.com.   To Register:  ETCMail@smud.org

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      8:30 am
      Steve Spangler Science – Story Time Slime @ SMUD Energy and Technology Center
  19. Oct
    11
    Fri

    1. Come to Foothill Observatory and join us in the exploration of our Universe! Foothill Observatory Friday Evening Program @ Foothill College Observatory
      9:00 pm – 11:00 pm

      Come to Foothill Observatory and join us in the exploration of our Universe!

      Foothill Observatory is open for public viewing every clear Friday evening from 9:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. Visitors can view the wonders of the universe through the observatory’s new computer-controlled 16-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope. Views of objects in our solar system may include craters and mountains on the moon, the moons and cloud-bands of Jupiter, the rings of Saturn, etc. The choice of targets for any evening’s viewing depends on the season and what objects are currently in the sky.

      On clear, dark, moonless nights, the telescopes give visitors views into the deeper reaches of space. Star clusters, nebulae, and distant galaxies provide dramatic demonstrations of the vastness of the cosmos.

      Confirm before you go that the observatory will be open!

      The public viewing programs at Foothill are free of charge and are open to guests of all ages. Please note that the observatory is closed when the weather is cloudy. Also note that visitor parking permits are available from the machines in the parking lots for $3.00.

      The observatory is next to parking lot 4.

      http://www.foothill.edu/ast/fhobs.php

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      9:00 pm
      Come to Foothill Observatory and join us in the exploration of our Universe! Foothill Observatory Friday Evening Program @ Foothill College Observatory