Please join us this year on Jan 19th,12-4 pm. We (Heartland Astro Society) have again reserved a private park along Charlotte Harbor (between Sarasota and Ft Myers) and welcome any and all clubs and members in the southern half of Florida to share the event with us. I can send you pictures from last year's event that show there is a covered pavilion with lots of tables as well as other tables surrounding nearby for folks to display on. We will provide soft drinks, water, and chips for all and have a grill going for burgers and dogs at a very minimal cost. There is plenty of parking, water, electricity and a port-a-let on site. Nearby is fast food (Mcdonald, Wendys), gas stations, and a Publix. Our first meet last year was attended by 25 fellow amarters and other amateurs. We would love to move that number to 50 this year. Please pm me with any questions,comments or suggestions. The event is free to attend

The New Jersey Astronomical Association (NJAA) is planning an Open House and Astronomy Flea-market on Saturday, September 29, 2018 at the their observatory in High Bridge, NJ.  Hours are: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM.  Tours of the observatory, solar observing, door prizes, raffle and food will be available onsite.  For flea-market sellers, limited tables/chairs are available (first come/first served).  For Sellers, there is a $20 registration fee (refundable at end of event).

 More information and registration details on the flea-market are available at: https://awnj48.wixsite.com/njaa or by emailing events@njaa.org.

If you could please announce/post this event to your club membership as soon as possible, we would really appreciate it!

Come enjoy a day of astronomy, buying & selling. Buy that difficult to find scope/eyepiece/mount you've been looking for.  We look forward to seeing you at the observatory!

General information about the NJAA may be found here: http://www.njaa.org/

 
Michael Franzyshen

New Jersey Astronomical Association

 

Come and explore the night skies with us under some of the darkest skies in the State of Illinois. We promise… You will be "WOWED"! Upon your arrival you will receive an informational packet provided by us, including your ticket for our fabulous door prize give-a way. We will provide free coffee, hot chocolate, & tea all nights. Tent & RV camping. Water and sanitary facilities on site. Electricity to charge your batteries/packs is available as well. We will provide several battery chargers for your use. (note, this is a wilderness area). Motels are available in nearby Princeton off I-80. Please visit our website for our registration form. "Bootleg Astronomers", Pillaging the Universe one Star at a time." http://bootlegastronomy.com/

Come and explore the night skies with us under some of the darkest skies in the State of Illinois. We promise... You will be "WOWED"! Upon your arrival you will receive an informational packet provided by us, including your ticket for our fabulous door prize give-a way. We will provide free coffee, hot chocolate, & tea all nights. Tent & RV camping. Water and sanitary facilities on site. Electricity to charge your batteries/packs is available as well. We will provide several battery chargers for your use. (note, this is a wilderness area). Motels are available in nearby Princeton off I-80. Please visit our website for our registration form. "Bootleg Astronomers", Pillaging the Universe one Star at a time." http://bootlegastronomy.com/

7 days of some of the darkest skies in the country all under Florida cool nights. Great speaker lineup, vendors and on the field food. No charge to attend but you do need to signup before hand and get a ticket for entrance.

The NJAA will be hosting an astronomical flea market on Saturday, September 16, 2017 (rain date 9/30/17). Turn your unused equipment into cash and make some room in your garage or observatory! This is also an opportunity to find that scope or accessory you?ve been searching for! This event will be open to anyone who wants to sell or buy astro-equipment. We have 35 spaces available for selling (including a limited number of indoor spaces). The flea market will start at 10:00 AM and end at 4:30 PM. Sellers can start setting up at 9:00 AM. Anyone selling is encouraged to bring their own tables and chairs. A limited number of tables and chairs will be available onsite (first come/first served). Sellers must make reservations for this event. A $20.00 refundable deposit will be due prior to the event. Registration can be completed by emailing Paul Cirillo at events@njaa.org for more information. Attendance is free for buyers. Food and drinks will be available thought out the day. Please join us for a fun day of selling and buying!

Join us for the 35th Annual Okie-Tex for 8 days of observing and imaging under some of the darkest skies in the US. Many guest speakers, 2 swap meets, lots of vendors, great food and a really "laid back" friendly and peaceful event.

Delmarva Star Gazers will host the workshop Thursday March 16 through Sunday March 19, 2017, at the Redden State Forest Lodge, Georgetown, DE, USA. The purpose of the Workshop is to introduce proven successful mirror making techniques and practices to those wishing to make their own mirrors. Special emphasis will be placed on successfully figuring the mirror. All mirror-making materials will be furnished and expert mirror makers will be available to guide each person?s activities. Those with mirrors requiring polishing and figuring are also welcome. Register before January 15th, 2017 if you need to buy glass. Registration ends on January 30th if you have your own glass. Please visit our website at delmarvastargazers.org for more information.

Very scenic, dark location near Mansfield Ohio with speakers, vendors, cabins, hot showers and meals on sight.

A week long observing and imaging extravaganza located in the beautiful southern Florida Keys. Camp out under the expansive clear and dark skies, on the beach at Camp Wesumkee on Scout Key. Activities for the whole family to include guest speaker/workshops on various astronomy related subjects along with astrophotography acquisition and processing techniques. A children's astronomy program is offered free of charge. Onsite bathrooms and showers available 24 hours. Food service for a fee is provided by Mickey's Kitchen. RV's, campers and pop-up's are welcome. If you prefer, off site lodging is available within close proximity to the star party. Please see our website for further information: http://www.scas.org/