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SUMMARY:CFAS in partnership with Orlando Museum of Art - Free talk about Space Memorabilia
DESCRIPTION:You’re Invited!  \nCFAS is partnering with the Orlando Museum of Art to bring you a really engaging talk about Space Memorabilia and Art! \nThursday\, March 19 at 6 pm\, artist Dennis Scholl will be in conversation with Nicole Stott about memory\, art\, and space memorabilia. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/art-memory-and-space-a-conversation-with-dennis-scholl-and-nicole-stott-tickets-1984920047294?aff=erelexpmlt \nEarlier that day at noon\, our Art Sandwiched In program will feature Mark Marquette\, director of the American Space Museum. \nRockets and Relics with the American Space Museum \nCome learn about the American Space Museum in Titusville and its director\, Mark Marquette. He hosts the long-running YouTube podcast Stay Curious\, with more than 1\,400 episodes on space history and current events and is the recipient of the 2024 Harry S. Kolcum Award for Communications. A Brevard County community leader since 2017\, Marquette has led major nonprofit initiatives\, served as past president of the Brevard Astronomical Society\, and founded ShuttleFest\, an annual gathering celebrating space history\, workers\, and local memorabilia. \nReservation required.  \n  \n\nLearn more\n🌐 CFAS: cfas.org\n🌐 Orlando Museum of Art: orlandomuseum.org \n\nBring your curiosity and your family — and enjoy the talk! \n\n  \n \n 
URL:https://cfas.org/event/talk_space_memorabilia/
LOCATION:Orlando Museum of Art\, 2416 N Mills Ave\, ORLANDO\, FL\, 32803\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Public Outreach,Seasonal Events
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SUMMARY:Dark Sky Astro Night (Member Exclusive)
DESCRIPTION:After our Holiday Party the celebration continues!  \nJoin us for our recurrent member exclusive Dark Sky Astro Night at our remote private location\, yet close to Orlando and area.\nThis event is weather permitting. Please check your messages in our members’ messaging system before you go. \nMembers are encouraged to arrive early to set up their telescopes and equipment before night fall\, and mingle with other members sharing the joy of observing and practicing astro-photography in a Bortle 4 area\, right in the middle of Central Florida! \nIf you are beginning in astronomy or have questions about your new telescope\, or no telescope at all and just want to tag along\, this is the perfect opportunity for you to meet with enthusiast members who will be more than happy to guide you and help you with your set up or to show you the beauty of the night sky! \nIf you are not a member yet\, you can register HERE \nMore dates are available\, see our Events tab! \n  \n 
URL:https://cfas.org/event/dark-sky-astro-night-member-exclusive-28/
LOCATION:CFAS private Observation Location – Geneva\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Members Observation Events,Seasonal Events
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SUMMARY:HOLIDAY PARTY (Member Exclusive)
DESCRIPTION:Join Us on December 20th for CFAS Holiday Party\n✨From Sunshine to Starlight!✨\n \n \n\n  \n    \n  \n\nRegistration Deadline: December 4th\, 2025
URL:https://cfas.org/event/cfas-holiday_party/
LOCATION:The Black Hammock Lazy Gator Bar\, 2316 Black Hammock Fish Camp Road\, Oviedo\, FL\, 32765\, United States
CATEGORIES:Members Observation Events,Seasonal Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T183000
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SUMMARY:COSMIC VALENTINE STAR PARTY
DESCRIPTION:When\nSaturday\, February 15\, 2025 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm EST\n\n\nWhere\nGamble Rogers Memorial State Recreation Area At Flagler Beach \n3100 South Oceanshore Blvd\nFlagler Beach FL 32136 \n\n\n\nDirections\n\nBeachside Pavilion \n\n\n\nFees\n\nRegular park entrance fee applies:\n$5.00 per vehicle — limit 2-8 people per vehicle\n$4.00 per single-occupant vehicle\n$2.00 per pedestrians\, bicyclists\, extra passengers\, passengers in vehicle with holder of Annual Individual Entrance Pass. \n\n\n\nDescription\n\nJoin us for a magical evening under the stars! Central Florida Astronomical Society and a NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassador invite you to explore the wonders of the night sky during our Cosmic Valentine star party (weather pending). \nUsing telescopes and guided instruction from astronomers\, you’ll have the opportunity to identify constellations\, planets\, and other prominent celestial objects. No astronomy experience is needed—whether you’re a seasoned stargazer or a curious beginner\, this event promises to be a stellar experience for everyone! Meet at the beachside pavilion.
URL:https://cfas.org/event/cosmic-valentine-star-party/
LOCATION:Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreation Area At Flagler Beach\, 3100 South Oceanshore Blvd\, Flagler Beach\, FLORIDA\, 32136
CATEGORIES:General Public Outreach,Seasonal Events
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SUMMARY:ZORA! FESTIVAL
DESCRIPTION:ZORA! Festival \nCFAS is proud to be a partner of the ZORA! Festival providing solar telescopes for all to safely have a detailed look at our sun. Powerful collaborations fuel “Funtastic Experiences” for our pre-K – grade 12 guests and their families. The Association to Preserve the Eatonville Community\, Inc. (P.E.C.)\, sponsors the annual Zora Neale Hurston Festival of the Arts and Humanities (ZORA! Festival) Season. \nWhen:\nSaturday\, February 1st and Sunday\, February 2nd\, 2025\nEach day 11:00am to 5:00pm\n(UTC-05:00) America/New York \nWhere:\nhttps://maps.app.goo.gl/YG7Sa7A12WLreud67
URL:https://cfas.org/event/zora-festival/
LOCATION:ZORA! Festival\, 344 E Kennedy Blvd\,\, Eatonville\, 32751\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seasonal Events
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SUMMARY:Starry Starry Night - Bok Tower Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Join CFAS’s team at Bok Tower Gardens for a night of wonder! \n“Join us for a magical evening under the stars! Experience the wonders of the night sky with telescopes guided by local astronomers\, enjoy captivating space-themed presentations from leading experts\, meet nocturnal animals\, and connect with NASA ambassadors. Express your creativity with a space-inspired art activity or a fun temporary tattoo to show your cosmic enthusiasm. The evening will begin with an out-of-this-world space-themed Carillon concert. Come early to view the Sun through solar scopes in the Rondel from 12 p.m. to sunset. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind evening celebrating art\, science\, and the stars!” \nSeveral speakers will be in attendance including our very own Derek Demeter \nDerek Demeter – 6:00 p.m.\nPresentation Title: Stellar News in Astronomy\nDescription: Join Derek Demeter\, astronomer\, and director of the Emil Buehler Planetarium at Seminole State College\, as he details the amazing recent discoveries in Astronomy and what lies ahead. Derek will discuss the latest James Webb Space Telescope findings and share what is to come with NASA missions like the Europa Clipper Mission.\nSpeaker Bio:\nEver since Derek could remember\, he has been looking to the stars. This constant fascination with astronomy gave him the inspiration he needed to soar through the many stellar journeys he has experienced throughout his life. While a student finishing his Physics and Technical Education degrees\, he landed a position at the Seminole State College Planetarium in Sanford\, Florida. Over much of the last decade\, his passion for teaching people about the wonders of the universe has earned him accolades and recognition from the planetarium industry\, his peers\, and the community\, such as currently serving as the Executive Secretary of the International Planetarium Society. He works hard presenting programs to both the community at large and to students of all ages. Derek also promotes science beyond the planetarium with his appearances at many other venues such as the Starry Starry Night Sky Festival\, National Park astronomy events\, libraries across the state\, serving as the observing chair of the Central Florida Astronomical Society\, and simply setting up a telescope at local venues to give the public a truly “out-of-this-world” experience. \nWhere:\nBok Tower Gardens 1151 Tower Boulevard Lake Wales\, Florida 33853 https://maps.app.goo.gl/aD8fWfPTx21j6VxW8 \nPrices are from Bok Tower’s website and are meant to apply to Bok Tower Gardens members and the public in general.\nFree for (Bok Tower Gardens) members / $20 for (Bok Tower Gardens) non-member adults\, $10 for (Bok Tower Gardens) non-member children ages 6 – 17 (includes admission)\, Free for children 5 and under\nNo Registration Required
URL:https://cfas.org/event/starry-starry-night-bok-tower-gardens/
LOCATION:Bok Tower\, 1151 Tower Boulevard\, Lake Wales\, 33853\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seasonal Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T210000
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SUMMARY:CFAS HOLIDAY PARTY (Members Only)
DESCRIPTION:Hello dear members!\n\nI cannot believe we are almost at the end of the year. And what year it was! So many astronomical events (total solar eclipse\, comet C/2023 A3\, holding our breath for T CrB recurrent nova…) \nThis year\, we held 51 outreach events in schools and at various educational institutions\, throughout the year thanks to the dedication of our Outreach Chair\, Douglas Woods. We also had our monthly recurrent online general meetings with top speakers that our President Frank Kane always programs and hosts superbly. Of course\, we could not have the reach we have without the tireless efforts of our VP and director of the Planetarium\, Derek Demeter\, thanks to whom we can offer our in person general meetings at the Emil Buehler Planetarium! This year we have implemented a new format for those meetings\, with hands-on workshops on different subjects\, which seem to have been met with lots of positive feedback. And for that we have to thank our Board Members at Large Mark Pernal and John Pinto\, as well as our Loaner Telescope Chair\, Chris Hunt and dedicated members such as Wes Klehm\, and Barbara Harris. Of course\, this could not be happening without the behind the scene hard work of our Secretary Denice Woody\, our Treasurer John Frank\, and our membership Chair Sam Selig who all make sure your dues are put to good work for the benefit of our community. I wanted to send a big shout out to our team of volunteers for all their hard work. \nBut mainly\, none of this would be happening without your continued support of our non-profit organization. We are all united by our love for astronomy and astrophotography! \nBecause you are valued members of CFAS and to thank you for your constant patronage\, we wanted to extend to you a special invitation to our 2024 Holiday Party at [location private – members only].\n(This is a private event reserved to our members and their household families only and is on invitation only. You must register to participate.) \nWe will have guest speakers\, a wonderful holiday buffet dinner catered by River City Catering\, space bingo with fun prizes and much more!\nRegister now\, as space will go fast! \nBuffet Menu:\nFreshly brewed Sweet Tea & Lemonade\nFresh Mixed Greens Salad Topped with dried cranberries\, mandarin oranges\, candied walnuts\, & balsamic vinaigrette\nCitrus Brined Oven Roasted Whole Turkey Immersed for 12 hours in our very flavorful apple & citrus brine then open roasted served fully carved with legs & wings on the side & pan dripping turkey gravy\nHoney & Brown Sugar Pit HamSliced ham with honey\, brown sugar\, & pineapple\nHoney Garlic Butter Roasted Baby Carrots\nCherry Cobbler\n \nA vegetarian Entree will be provided.\n \nPlease indicate if you are vegetarian in the check out form. For our Vegan and Gluten free friends\, there are items in the menu that are vegan or/and gluten free such as the salad and the carrots.\n \nThe board is looking forward to seeing you on December 14\, for an astronomically fun evening! \nIn the meantime\, clear skies!\nIsabelle Chauffeton\nEvents Chair
URL:https://cfas.org/event/cfas-holiday-party-members-only/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:Seasonal Events
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