BEGIN:VCALENDAR PRODID:-//Contact Plus Corporation//NONSGML Web Cal Plus //EN TZ:EST VERSION:1.0 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20080503T143000Z DTEND:20080503T143000Z PRIORITY:0 CLASS:PUBLIC SUMMARY:Dept of Energy- National Science Bowl TRANSP:0 UID:080331822039155844473224376879 URL:http://nationalsciencebowl.energy.gov LOCATION:National 4H Center, 7100 Connecticut Ave, Chevy Chase, MD DESCRIPTION;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE: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. =0D=0A=

=0D=0A= On Science Day there will be three sessions, each being one hour and 15 minutes long. =0D=0A=

=0D=0A= Wayne (Skip) Bird will be one of the guest speakers for two sessions. =0D=0A=

=0D=0A= Session 2- 10:30 - 11:45 a.m., Session 3-1:15 - 2:30 p.m. =0D=0A=

=0D=0A= Contact Skip Bird For more information. mailto:wasi_officers@yahoogroups.com=0D=0A=

=0D=0A= See web sites for details The National Science Bowl® website is located at http://nationalsciencebowl.energy.gov=0D=0A=

=0D=0A= The Program will be held at the National 4H Center, 7100 Connecticut Ave, Chevy Chase, MD, www.4hcenter.org =0D=0A= Exploring the Universe with the "I" Word. =0D=0A= 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.=0D=0A=

=0D=0A= 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.’=0D=0A= =0D=0A= END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20080503 DURATION:P1D PRIORITY:0 CLASS:PUBLIC SUMMARY:WASI Members Observing - Sunset TRANSP:0 UID:080327381035198978547143966740 LOCATION:Bear Branch Nature Center - 300 John Owings Road, Westminster, Maryland DESCRIPTION;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:These observing sessions are intended for members. We try to limit public participation so members can get in some quality observing. =0D=0A= Begins at Sunset. =0D=0A= 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. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20080509T233000Z DTEND:20080509T233000Z PRIORITY:0 CLASS:PUBLIC SUMMARY:WASI Planetarium Show and Star Party - Bear Branch TRANSP:0 UID:080327237949249952938429720539 LOCATION:Bear Branch Nature Center - 300 John Owings Road, Westminster, Maryland DESCRIPTION;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:Planetarium shows begin at 7:30 with a second show at 8:30 if demand warrants.=0D=0A= =0D=0A= Cost is $1 for members of Bear Branch or $2 for non-members.=0D=0A= =0D=0A= Please call (410-848-2517) in advance to reserve your seat. =0D=0A= =0D=0A= Telescope observing is weather dependent.=0D=0A= =0D=0A= 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.=0D=0A= END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20080510T133000Z DTEND:20080510T133000Z PRIORITY:0 CLASS:PUBLIC SUMMARY:Astronomy Day- CCPL-Eldersburg Branch TRANSP:0 UID:080331877897528416081291927122 URL:http://www.astroleague.org/al/astroday/astroday.html LOCATION:Carroll County Public Library - Eldersburg Branch - 6400 W. Hemlock Dr. #1 Sykesville, MD 21784 DESCRIPTION;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:Come join the Westminster Astronomical Society in conjunction with the Astronomical League, Astronomical Society of the Pacific, American Astronomical Society and others for a day of Solar Gazing, Activities and Prizes at the Eldersburg Public Library. =0D=0A= http://www.astroleague.org/al/astroday/astroday.html=0D=0A= http://library.carr.org/about/branches/elc.asp=0D=0A= Contact Skip Bird For more information. mailto:wasi_officers@yahoogroups.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20080510T150000Z DTEND:20080510T150000Z PRIORITY:0 CLASS:PUBLIC SUMMARY:Piney Run - Herb Fest TRANSP:0 UID:080414154215253169923886454267 URL:http://www.dnr.state.md.us/fisheries/recreational/fwhotpineyrunpk.html LOCATION:Piney Run Park - 30 Martz Road - Sykesville, MD 21784 DESCRIPTION;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:Herb Fest: May 10, 11-4 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20080510T190000Z DTEND:20080510T190000Z PRIORITY:0 CLASS:PUBLIC SUMMARY:Astronomy Day- CCPL-Taneytown Branch TRANSP:0 UID:080411986280133876263261515626 URL:http://www.astroleague.org/al/astroday/astroday.html LOCATION:Carroll County Public Library - Taneytown Branch - 10 Grand Drive Taneytown, MD 21787 DESCRIPTION;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE: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!=0D=0A= http://www.astroleague.org/al/astroday/astroday.html=0D=0A= http://library.carr.org/about/branches/tac.asp=0D=0A= Contact Erich Bender For more information. mailto:wasi_officers@yahoogroups.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20080511T000000Z DTEND:20080511T000000Z PRIORITY:0 CLASS:PUBLIC SUMMARY:WASI - Soldiers Delight Monthly Program and Observing TRANSP:0 UID:080327259705640354151427234385 URL:http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/central/soldiers.html LOCATION:Soldiers Delight Nature Center - 5100 Deer Park Road - Owings Mills, MD 21117 DESCRIPTION;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE: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?=0D=0A= =0D=0A= END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20080514T233000Z DTEND:20080514T233000Z PRIORITY:0 CLASS:PUBLIC SUMMARY:WASI Monthly Meeting TRANSP:0 UID:080327040618813713134890787962 LOCATION:Bear Branch Nature Center - 300 John Owings Road, Westminster, Maryland DESCRIPTION;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE: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.=0D=0A= =0D=0A= Check out our home page for specifics on the speaker and topics.=0D=0A= =0D=0A= Meetings are always open to the public!=0D=0A= END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20080517T130000Z DTEND:20080517T130000Z PRIORITY:0 CLASS:PUBLIC SUMMARY:Taneytown Celebrates "SWING INTO SPRING" TRANSP:0 UID:080331896665747696030792754785 LOCATION:Taneytown Police Headquarters - 15 East Baltimore Street Taneytown, MD 21787 DESCRIPTION;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:We need to set up starting @ 7:30am and be done by 8:30am

=0D=0A= This is a "Rain or Shine" event

=0D=0A= I (Erich Bender) will be the contact person for this event and either email me or phone me 410-596-3273.

=0D=0A= The event takes place along Main Street. Our booth will be located in the parking lot of the police station.=0D=0A= END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20080523T140000Z DTEND:20080523T140000Z PRIORITY:0 CLASS:PUBLIC SUMMARY:Balticon Sci Fi Convention TRANSP:0 UID:080331908327335533715417654864 URL:http://www.balticon.org/ LOCATION:Hunt Valley Marriott - 245 Shawan Rd - Hunt Valley, MD 21031 DESCRIPTION;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:It is a science fiction convention which is held at the Hunt Valley Marriot during the weekend of May 23rd through May 26th.=0D=0A= For more information go to Balticon 42 http://www.balticon.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20080524T140000Z DTEND:20080524T140000Z PRIORITY:0 CLASS:PUBLIC SUMMARY:Balticon Sci Fi Convention TRANSP:0 UID:080331927566140404523421170190 URL:http://www.balticon.org/ LOCATION:Hunt Valley Marriott - 245 Shawan Rd - Hunt Valley, MD 21031 DESCRIPTION;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:It is a science fiction convention which is held at the Hunt Valley Marriot during the weekend of May 23rd through May 26th.=0D=0A= For more information go to Balticon 42 http://www.balticon.org/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR