Star-B-Q 2010 20 Months Membership Offer 2010 Events DVDs Shop 1. Star-B-Q 2010 - 29euro Tickets for Groups of 10 or more Book tickets to Astronomy Ireland's Star-B-Q for just 29euro when you book a group of 10 or more, for groups of 4 or more you will receive a 10% discount this year's Star-B-Q is an event not to be missed! This is a highly anticipated event that is fun for all the family, and suitable for people of all ages, regardless of level of knowledge or experience in astronomy. There will be raffles and draws on the night, and is expected to attract hundreds of people this year, so be sure to book your ticket now and prepare for a great night of astronomy!If you have friends or family who would like to come along call us on (01) 847 0777. Family rates are also available. At this years Star-B-Q you can: a.. Use some of Ireland's most powerful telescopes to see the wonders of our Solar System, our galaxy, and our Universe! b.. Savour delicious barbecue food cooked and served by a Michelin-awarded chef! c.. Enjoy hugely entertaining and informative talks by special guest speakers! d.. A variety of science and astronomy information stands and activities! e.. Free entry to a draw for great prizes - including astronomical binoculars! The Star-B-Q takes place in Roundwood, Co Wicklow - the highest village in Ireland - on September 4th, 2010. Astronomy Ireland are delighted to announce Roundwood Caravan & Camping Park will remain open for business until September 5th to facilitate all guests & attendees at the Star-B-Q. 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. BOOK TICKETS 2. Volunteer Astronomy Ireland are looking for telescope volunteers to help out at this year's Star-B-Q - if you have a telescope (8 inch or larger) from our shop we would love to hear from you! We are also looking for general volunteers to help out with various tasks on the night, if you are interested call our offices on (01) 847 0777. 3. Public Lecture On Monday, September 13th, Professor Mike Edmunds will try to unlock the many mysteries of the Antikythera Mechanism, an ancient computer as used to follow the movement of the Moon and Sun through the Zodiac, as well as the planets that were known at the time, namely Jupiter and Mars, was chanced upon at the wreckage of a Roman vessel off the coast of the Greek island of Antikythera in 1901, and has ever since fascinated scientists and historians alike due to its complexity and accuracy. This talk takes place at 8pm on Monday, September 9th, in Trinity College Dublin. Tickets costs 7euro (5euro members rate) and can be purchased online by clicking the link below or over the phone by calling us on (01) 847 0777. There is a DVD available to pre-order online for anyone who cannot make it on the night. BOOK HERE ORDER DVD Astronomy Ireland The world's most popular Astronomy Club www.astronomy.ie ( subscribe / unsubscribe ) Our Online Telescope Shop