1. Star-B-Q
2010
Astronomy Ireland's annual STAR-B-Q
takes place this year in Roundwood, Co. Wicklow, on Saturday, September
4th. The Star-B-Q is Ireland's biggest annual telescope event and offers
unparalleled dark skies just 30 minutes outside of Dublin. This year, why not
come along and experience the wonders of the universe through Ireland's most
powerful telescopes with your family and friends?
At this Star-B-Q, which promises to be our biggest ever,
guests will be treated to a top-quality barbecue cooked by a Michelin
chef, before enjoying a series of special intriguing talks covering all
aspects of astronomy and space, an array of telescopes to look
through, junior section for children, evening entertainment, and Astronomy
Ireland Shop displays. All of this is included in the price of your
ticket.
For more information about STAR-B-Q 2010 click HERE or call us on
(01) 847 0777.
To read a report and see pictures from last year's Star-B-Q
click HERE.
SPECIAL
OFFER
Book before July 31st to receive 10euro off each adult
ticket purchased.
Full price tickets cost 39euro (adults) or 29euro (U16).
Family and group rates are available on request.
2. Noctilucent Clouds
We
have received a number of reports of noctilucent clouds (NLCs) in recent days.
These are high-altitude clouds that are lit up during the night by the Sun when
it is still below the horizon. For more information and to view pictures
taken from Ireland and the UK click HERE.
Remember, if you see any NLCs please email your report to observe@astronomy.ie and
we will do our best to include it in an issue of 'Astronomy &
Space' magazine.
3. Something
Different
Although not
really about space, Astronomy Ireland Chairman David
Moore will feature on Dublin South FM radio (93.9 FM) on July
26th at 11.00 am commenting on current affairs. Listen to this online
at www.astronomy.ie/audio.