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Astronomy: The Basics

Class Description

Jay Partlan

In this course, students will learn the basics about stars, planets, galaxies, black holes, and what causes astronomical events such as lunar and solar eclipses, northern lights, ocean tides, and meteor showers. Past and present astronomical discoveries will be discussed. If you’re curious about what you see and why when you look up at the night sky, this class is for you. The first week will be in the classroom. The second week will be a hands-on observation of the night sky, either at Maudslay or Plum Island. Partlan has been an amateur astronomer his whole life. He has studied with Dan Schroeder, one of the designers of the Hubble Telescope.

Two, 2-hour classes: Thursday, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
October 3, 2024 at the Nock Middle School.
Thursday, October 10 outdoors, weather permitting.
If necessary, an alternate date will be coordinated with class.
Cost: $65. Class Limit: 15

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