Astronomy Fundamentals Meeting

Next (ONLINE):  Thursday, November 14, 2024

6:30 – 8:00 PM

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Come join us for a presentation from the fundamentals of amateur astronomy. Learn your way around the night sky to add to your observing enjoyment. Meetings are on the second Thursday of each month. You can find our past recordings on the Club’s YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXbeCAsGDdSZlqE0IAEUBmZxvmCUJi5Tr

Contact:  Connor Justice

Email:   fundamentals[at]tucsonastronomy.org

Main Presentation: Volcanism in the Solar System

Presenter:  Doug Smith

Doug Smith will be providing the main topic on Volcanism in the Solar System .

Astronomer of the Month:  Cecilia Payne-Gaposchkin

Presenter:  Pete Hermes

Pete Hermes will be highlighting Cecilia Payne-Gaposchkin as our Astronomer of the month.

The Astronomy Fundamentals Special Interest Group, is for all TAAA members who want to learn about and share the multiple aspects of the hobby.  It is not just for beginners or new members, though, of course, it is one of the best ways for them to learn about the club and hobby.  Please come and share in the fun, whether to learn something new or share some hard won knowledge.

  • The AFSIG is looking for people to present future “Constellation of the Month”, whether it is a favorite or a constellation you would like to learn more about.
  • Also, do you have a topic that you would be willing to present or a topic you would like to hear about?