1. Professor Allan
Chapman - New Year Lecture & DVD
On Monday, January 25, our 20th Anniversary Public
Lecture will be given by none other than Professor Allan Chapman. Professor
Chapman will give a talk entitled '400 Years of the Telescope, from Thomas
Harriot to Hubble' and promises to treat the audience to one of the
theatrical performances he is notorious for. Professor Chapman has presented
many TV programmes including Channel 4 Series 'Gods in the Sky' as well as
appearing on BBC's long-running 'The Sky at Night' with Sir Patrick Moore.
He is a brilliant public
speaker with a unique presentation style as well as a vast knowledge of the
history of astronomy. The lecture
takes place in Trinity College Dublin at 8pm and tickets cost 5euro(members) or
7euro(non-members). A DVD is available for anyone who cannot make it to the
lecture on the night.
To see a clip of Professor
Chapman talking to Sir Patrick Moore about ancient astronomy on BBC's The Sky At
Night programme click HERE.
Join us in The Lombard afterwards for
a social reception where you can chat with Professor Chapman, as well as
Astronomy Ireland members and staff. All are welcome to attend and food will be
kindly provided by The
Lombard.
2. International Space Station
Visible In Evening Skies
Don't forget the International Space Station (ISS) is visible in
Irish evening skies again until January 23. For times to watch the Space Station predictions
are available on various websites on the internet, however to
receive a text message to your phone with the predicted time it will pass
over simply text SPACE to 57003. Each text costs 1euro and proceeds
help us promote astronomy in Ireland. For more information click HERE. Remember each time
you see the ISS email iss@astronomy.ie,
we will do our best to include it in a forthcoming issue of 'Astronomy
& Space' magazine.
3. Evening Classes
Nationwide
Our extremely popular Evening Classes begin again
nationwide in the first week of February. The classes are aimed at the beginner
and cover everything you ever wanted to know about the Universe.
There are 8 classes in total and content covered includes an introduction
to the night sky, the Sun and the Moon, planets and stars, history of astronomy,
deep sky objects, the big bang and even a class on telescopes and how to use
one. Classes will take place in Athlone, Cork, Dublin, Dundalk, Galway,
Letterkenny, Limerick, Sligo, Tralee and Waterford. For more information call us on (01)
847 0777 or visit www.astronomy.ie/class.
EVENING CLASS
PROMOTION
Can you promote our Evening Classes in your local
area? As 2010 is Astronomy Ireland's 20th anniversary we are trying to get as
many people as possible involved in this fantastic hobby and we need your help
to do this. If anyone is willing to promote this set of Evening Classes, by
distributing posters, bringing fliers to work or even giving information to
family and friends, please email linda@astronomy.ie.
4. Job Opportunities With
Astronomy Ireland
SOCIETY
Are you a highly motivated and
enthusiastic person? Are you seeking employment in the non-profit sector in a
unique and dynamic organisation? Astronomy Ireland is looking for world-class
individuals with proven experience in event management, fundraising, marketing,
administration, PR, sales and business management to join a young and vibrant
team of professionals. If you think you can help bring Astronomy Ireland to the
next level, send an up-to-date CV with a cover letter to conor@astronomy.ie.
SHOP
Looking for work in a fast-paced sales and retail
environment? Applicants should be well
versed in a multitude of sales positions, highly driven and have the
ability to quickly learn an array of product knowledge. A great
interest in astronomy is not necessary, successful applicants will be trained in the relevant areas. If
this position would suit you please send your CV with a cover letter
to sales@astronomy.ie.