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Welcome to the Roanoke Valley Astronomical Society
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MONTHLY MEETING: Monday, July 19th, 7:30 p.m.,
Center in the Square, Roanoke. The evening’s program
will feature several highly entertaining elements devised
by our new Vice President. Plus some amazing trip and
viewing reports.
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VAAS Conference 2010 at Roanoke College
October 9, 2010
Contact Chairperson John Goss at: goss.john@gmail.com
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RVAS WEEKEND OBSERVING SESSIONS: Unless otherwise indicated, all club
observing sessions are held at Cahas Mountain Overlook, milepost 139 on the
Blue Ridge Parkway.
o Friday and Saturday, 2nd and 3rd. Sunset is at 8:44 p.m. Astronomical
twilight ends at 10:36 p.m. The Moon rises at 12:02 and 12:27
a.m., respectively.
o Friday and Saturday, 9th and 10th. Sunset is at 8:43 p.m. Astronomical
twilight ends at 10:36 p.m. The Moon sets at 6:58 and 7:54
p.m., respectively.
o OTHER PROGRAMS:
o Public Programs Conducted by Frank Baratta:
ROANOKE CITY PARKS DEPT. PUBLIC STARGAZE: Saturday, July
10th, 9:30 p.m., Cahas Overlook, milepost 139, Blue Ridge Parkway. Nonmembers
must register with Parks & Rec. at 540-853-2236. Members can call 540-
774-5651 for information. (Next session: August 7th, 9:00 p.m., Cahas
Overlook.)
FRANKLIN COUNTY PARKS DEPT. PUBLIC STARGAZE: Saturday, July 31st,
9:30 p.m., Franklin Co. Recreational Park. For Franklin County residents, who
must register with Parks & Rec. at 540-483-9293. RVAS members can call
540-774-5651 for information. (Next session: TBA.)
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The purposes of the Roanoke Valley Astronomical Society
are scientific and educational and are directed toward the advancement of
the understanding and appreciation of astronomy and related sciences among
the Society members and the public at large
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Roanoke coordinates:
37o 16' 04" N,
79o 56' 26"W
Altitude is
about 1050 feet (320 meters)
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