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Where: National 4H Center, 7100 Connecticut Ave, Chevy Chase, MD
Saturday, May 3, 2008
Time: 10:30 AM EST
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The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) National Science Bowl is a nationwide academic competition that tests students' knowledge in all areas of science. High school and middle school students are quizzed in a fast paced question-and-answer format similar to Jeopardy. Competing teams from diverse backgrounds are comprised of four students, one alternate, and a teacher who serves as an advisor and coach.
On Science Day there will be three sessions, each being one hour and 15 minutes long.
Wayne (Skip) Bird will be one of the guest speakers for two sessions.
Session 2- 10:30 - 11:45 a.m., Session 3-1:15 - 2:30 p.m.
Contact Skip Bird For more information.
See web sites for details The National Science Bowl website is located at http://nationalsciencebowl.energy.gov
The Program will be held at the National 4H Center, 7100 Connecticut Ave, Chevy Chase, MD, www.4hcenter.org <http://www.4hcenter.org.
Exploring the Universe with the "I" Word.
Find out how, by using the most powerful word known to mankind the "I" word (don't know what the "I" word is come and find out), to find a way through the maze of planets (12 at last count-but who's counting), to explore the life and death of a star (make your very own white dwarf), black holes work (watch as we warp the fabric of space), We will find out who is smarter than a fifth grader with Cosmic Survey Cards (start studying now otherwise you will not have a chance), with Wayne Bird of the American Astronomical Society and Observatory Director (Once it's built) of the Westminster Astronomical Society. Learn fun and unique ways to leave the planet, journey to the stars and still be back in time for lunch.
Highlights of program "Chicken Little was Right--How Big is Big, How F a r is F a r and How Small We Really Are--Time Travel Made Easy--and if time, Fusion Magic tricks.'
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Event Title: WASI Members Observing - Sunset
Where: Bear Branch Nature Center - 300 John Owings Road, Westminster, Maryland
Saturday, May 3, 2008
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These observing sessions are intended for members. We try to limit public participation so members can get in some quality observing.
Begins at Sunset.
Warning: This event may conflict with scheduled activities at the nature center. Those activities always have priority. This means that the parking lot lights may be on for a period of time during the the evening.
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Friday, May 9, 2008 (3 9 10 14 17 23 24)
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Event Title: WASI Planetarium Show and Star Party - Bear Branch
Where: Bear Branch Nature Center - 300 John Owings Road, Westminster, Maryland
Friday, May 9, 2008
Time: 7:30 PM EST
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Planetarium shows begin at 7:30 with a second show at 8:30 if demand warrants.
Cost is $1 for members of Bear Branch or $2 for non-members.
Please call (410-848-2517) in advance to reserve your seat.
Telescope observing is weather dependent.
Come one come all come see and hear exotic tales about astronomy, journey thru our galaxy (if time permits). Afterwards take a look through our telescopes and see live (well almost live due to the delay of the speed of light) what was talked about inside. Time machines provided by the Westminster Astronomical Society.
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Saturday, May 10, 2008 (3 9 10 14 17 23 24)
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Where: Piney Run Park - 30 Martz Road - Sykesville, MD 21784
Saturday, May 10, 2008
Time: 11:00 AM EST
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Herb Fest: May 10, 11-4
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Where: Carroll County Public Library - Taneytown Branch - 10 Grand Drive Taneytown, MD 21787
Saturday, May 10, 2008
Time: 3:00 PM EST
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The Westminster Astronomical Society presents Astronomy Day 2008! Find out about the SOHO solar observation program and participate in safe solar viewing. Celebrate the 400th anniversary of the telescope by learning about the history and seeing different types of telescopes. If weather permits, this program will be outside. Bring the family!
http://www.astroleague.org/al/astroday/astroday.html
http://library.carr.org/about/branches/tac.asp
Contact Erich Bender For more information.
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Where: Soldiers Delight Nature Center - 5100 Deer Park Road - Owings Mills, MD 21117
Saturday, May 10, 2008
Time: 8:00 PM EST
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Find out what happens when you get between a mother bear and her cub? All programs are Rain or Shine. Time machines will be provided by the Westminster Astronomy Club. May highlight: Mighty Creatures of the night; Bears, Dragons, and Lions?
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Wednesday, May 14, 2008 (3 9 10 14 17 23 24)
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Event Title: WASI Monthly Meeting
Where: Bear Branch Nature Center - 300 John Owings Road, Westminster, Maryland
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
Time: 7:30 PM EST
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Come join us for a night of events and information about amature astronomy. Find out what the club is doing and enjoy a guest speaker.
Check out our home page for specifics on the speaker and topics.
Meetings are always open to the public!
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Saturday, May 17, 2008
Armed Forces Day
(3 9 10 14 17 23 24)
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Event Title: Taneytown Celebrates "SWING INTO SPRING"
Where: Taneytown Police Headquarters - 15 East Baltimore Street Taneytown, MD 21787
Saturday, May 17, 2008
Time: 9:00 AM EST
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We need to set up starting @ 7:30am and be done by 8:30am
This is a "Rain or Shine" event
I (Erich Bender) will be the contact person for this event and either email me or phone me 410-596-3273.
The event takes place along Main Street. Our booth will be located in the parking lot of the police station.
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Friday, May 23, 2008 (3 9 10 14 17 23 24)
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Where: Hunt Valley Marriott - 245 Shawan Rd - Hunt Valley, MD 21031
Friday, May 23, 2008
Time: 10:00 AM EST
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It is a science fiction convention which is held at the Hunt Valley Marriot during the weekend of May 23rd through May 26th.
For more information go to Balticon 42 http://www.balticon.org/
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Saturday, May 24, 2008 (3 9 10 14 17 23 24)
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Where: Hunt Valley Marriott - 245 Shawan Rd - Hunt Valley, MD 21031
Saturday, May 24, 2008
Time: 10:00 AM EST
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It is a science fiction convention which is held at the Hunt Valley Marriot during the weekend of May 23rd through May 26th.
For more information go to Balticon 42 http://www.balticon.org/
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