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HOWARD
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LEAGUE
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HAL Astroschool in 2023
Astroschool is usually held on the 2nd Thursday
of most months at the
Robinson Nature Center.
Start and end times vary, but are approximately 6:30 to 8:30pm.
The Robinson Nature Center (Map)
6692 Cedar Lane
Columbia, MD 21044
More information about Robinson Nature Center
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Thursday, June 8th from 6:30 to 8:30
Topic: James Webb Space Telescope (JWST)
Presenter: Cosmic Storyteller Bob Savoy
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The 3rd meeting of AstroSchool will be this Thursday, June 8th, from 6:30 until 8:30 at the
RNC (Robinson Nature Center). There is no charge, and we'll be meeting in one of the
classrooms on the mezzanine level. We'll be talking about the scientific and engineering
marvel, the James Webb Space Telescope.
Listen to the cosmic storyteller, Outerspace Bob, as he describes the James Webb Space
Telescope (JWST). What’s the big deal? Isn’t the Hubble Space Telescope enough? How far
away from Earth is it? Why? Learn why the JWST is worth the money spent on it.
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Thursday, May 11th from 6:30 to 8:30
Topic: The Rings of Saturn
Presenter: Outerspace Bob Savoy
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Listen to the cosmic storyteller, Outerspace Bob, as he describes the
rings of Saturn and
shows pictures and videos of them. Are they solid? Marvel at the intricacies of the
separations between the rings.
Look at some of the weird shapes of the "shepherd" moons.
Learn how one moon is even now creating a new ring. Join us, it will be a visual
pleasure. At the Robinson Nature Center (RNC), on the mezzanine level, Thursday, May
11th, 6:30 - 8:30.
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Thursday, April 13th from 6:45 to 8:30
Topic: HAL Planetarium Night
Presenter: Cosmic Storyteller Bob Savoy
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Step right up!
Thursday, April 13th, is the first AstroSchool since the pandemic.
It will be in the planetarium of RNC at 6:45 PM. The tickets are going fast,
so call 410-313-0400, the Robinson Nature Center (RNC) front desk, and reserve your seat!
Note: This is a members-only event for HAL members.
Comments about HAL Planetarium Night.
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HAL's COVID-19 Policy for Events - Updated May 2023
- In Howard County, COVID-19 community level is Low. We are following Howard County guidelines:
https://www.howardcountymd.gov/health/covid-19
https://www.howardcountymd.gov/News021822
- Face coverings are optional inside the Alpha Ridge HALO building. People may choose to mask at any time.
- If you are experiencing any flu-like symptoms or have tested positive for COVID, please be
considerate of others and refrain from attending HAL events.
- For HAL impromptu and member-only star parties, participants should wait for an invitation before approaching to look through others’ telescopes; respect each other’s desires for social distancing.
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