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Astronomy event and Open Day Saturday 19th May
FREE EVENT - MAYFIELD OPEN DAY AND ASTRONOMY SPECTACULAR Astronomers from the Sheffield Astronomical Society are inviting the public to observe the Sun this Saturday (19th) and have extra fun supporting the Mayfield Environmental Centre. Running from 10 am till 4 pm, visitors can drop into the events on David Lane in Fulwood Sheffield S10 4PH. Besides great stalls and tombolas, the astronomers are bringing the equipment needed for you to observe the Sun’s surface safely. Good healthy fun for all the family in the wonderful countryside on the west of the city. "We are lucky enough to have an amazing £2000 solar telescope," says society vice-president James O'Neill. "Seeing the surface of the Sun with your own eyes is priceless." The astronomers warn that you should never look directly at the Sun without such special equipment and supervision. At the event there will also be information regarding the latest missions into space. The weather reports looks OK. Refreshments will be available, there will be plenty of free information and astronomers to answer any questions. For more information please ring the astronomy hotline on 0778 518 5240 or visit www.sheffieldastro.org.uk Membership of the Sheffield Astronomical Society gives you free entrance to all events and is only £25 a year for adults and £5 for under 18's. |
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Astronomy event and Open Day Saturday 19th May
On May 16, 5:03 pm, Steve A. wrote:
FREE EVENT - MAYFIELD OPEN DAY AND ASTRONOMY SPECTACULAR Astronomers from the Sheffield Astronomical Society are inviting the public to observe the Sun this Saturday (19th) and have extra fun supporting the Mayfield Environmental Centre. Running from 10 am till 4 pm, visitors can drop into the events on David Lane in Fulwood Sheffield S10 4PH. Besides great stalls and tombolas, the astronomers are bringing the equipment needed for you to observe the Sun's surface safely. Good healthy fun for all the family in the wonderful countryside on the west of the city. "We are lucky enough to have an amazing £2000 solar telescope," says society vice-president James O'Neill. "Seeing the surface of the Sun with your own eyes is priceless." The astronomers warn that you should never look directly at the Sun without such special equipment and supervision. At the event there will also be information regarding the latest missions into space. The weather reports looks OK. Refreshments will be available, there will be plenty of free information and astronomers to answer any questions. For more information please ring the astronomy hotline on 0778 518 5240 or visit www.sheffieldastro.org.uk Membership of the Sheffield Astronomical Society gives you free entrance to all events and is only £25 a year for adults and £5 for under 18's. How'd it go? |
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