SheffieldAS Posted March 8, 2010 Share Posted March 8, 2010 The Sheffield Astronomical Society is looking forward to their biggest event of the year this Saturday which is completely free to attend. The event is part of the National Science and Engineering Week and is held at Tapton Secondary School. Doors open at 12pm and you can drop in whenever you want and for as long as you want, up until 6pm. The AstroDay event will not only include safe observation of the Sun's surface, but includes a session inside a planetarium, again free of charge. Hands on activities for all ages will include rocket launching, driving Mars rovers, crater making, badge making and Paint a Planet. You will be treated to spectacular presentations from our guest speakers including Professor Don Kurtz. Refreshments will be available. The event is in partnership with Tapton Secondary School, a specialist science college. For more information you can visit the society's website http://www.sheffieldastro.org.uk or ring Lewis on 077 851 852 40. The society has made sure there are activities for absolutely all ages ranges and know you will have a fun filled day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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