Getting into Astronomy + Choosing a Telescope

The Southern Vermont Astronomy Group will be holding its monthly meeting and Public Presentation at its regular time of 7PM, on Tuesday evening the 14th of October, but this month they will be meeting at Baba-À-Louis Bakery/Phoenix Café in Chester, Vermont.

Discussed will be what those in the field feel is an optimal way to get involved in astronomy, how binoculars and telescopes work, what you can do with them, whether you should buy anything, build a scope, or wait, and how to determine whats best for your needs and how to find deals on these items when you're ready to buy.

Actual telescopes will be set up at the presentation, with demonstrations of how they work. If the skies cooperate afterwards, attendees will be able to view through the telescopes at celestial objects.

Hungry attendees are welcome to dine at The Phoenix Café before the presentation. They will be serving a casual dinner starting at 5 pm. The menu will include homemade soups, assorted salads, hot or cold sandwiches made on freshly baked Baba-À-Louis breads, quiche, baked pastas and pizza. Indoor seating is limited so reservations are recommended. Take out will be available for those who choose to dine under the skies (Don't forget your blanket!). Call ahead to reserve your seat or to place an order for pick-up at 875-1133.

This presentation will be held rain or (star)-shine.

The Southern Vermont Astronomy Group (SoVerA) is an organization composed of amateur and professional astronomers, educators, students and members of the lay public. SoVerA is dedicated to making astronomy much more accessible to all. Talks and presentations are free and open to the public.

Information about the astronomy presentations and other events may be found at: www.sovera.org or by calling 802-875-6464