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SUMMARY:Alliance Française - Astronomy cooperation between France and USA (Member Exclusive)
DESCRIPTION:Don’t Miss Our Upcoming Conference! \n📅 Friday\, May 16\n📍 Alliance Française of Orlando Offices – 1516 E Colonial Dr\, Orlando\, FL 32803 – Suite 120\n🕖 7:00 PM (Refreshments will be served) \nWe are delighted to collaborate with the Alliance Française of Greater Orlando (AFGO) as part of their mini-conference series focused on French culture and exchanges between France and the United States. \nThis evening will highlight astronomy and space research. Derek Demeter\, our Observation Chair will discuss the collaboration between American and French research teams\, including studies conducted at the Pic du Midi Observatory on our Sun and the groundbreaking discoveries made possible by the James Webb Space Telescope\, a testament to the technological alliance between our two countries. \nWe will also talk about how you can actually stay at the Pic du Midi Observatory and spend the night in the astronomers quarters and enjoy a gourmet meal before your observing session! \nJoin us to explore how this international cooperation is pushing the boundaries of our understanding of the Universe! \n🚀 Free entry for CFAS Members – For non Members please refer to the AFGO website  for their calendar of events and pricing or join CFAS as a member to benefit from many fun and engaging events like this one! We look forward to seeing you! \nIf you wish to become a CFAS member you can do so HERE \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://cfas.org/event/alliance-francaise-member-exclusive/
LOCATION:Alliance Française Orlando\, 1516 E Colonial Dr\, Suite 120\, ORLANDO\, 32803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Members Observation Events
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SUMMARY:Dark Sky Astro Night (Member Exclusive)
DESCRIPTION:Join 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-11/
LOCATION:CFAS private Observation Location – Geneva\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Members Observation Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T233000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174357
CREATED:20250115T214406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T220501Z
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SUMMARY:Dark Sky Astro Night (Member Exclusive)
DESCRIPTION:Join 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-10/
LOCATION:CFAS private Observation Location – Geneva\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Members Observation Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250418T160000
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SUMMARY:Beautiful Astrophotography exhibition at the Orlando Museum of Art by CFAS members
DESCRIPTION:CFAS has been offered a unique opportunity by Coralie Claeysen-Gleyzon\, chief curator at the Orlando Museum of Art:  \nAn exclusive exhibition of our members’ astrophotography work.\nYou’re Invited! 🌌✨ \nDont’ miss the Orlando Museum of Art – Astrophotography Exhibition by our own CFAS members! \nWhen:\nThursday\, April 17\, 2025 through\nFriday\, April 18\, 2025 \nWhere:\nOrlando Museum of Art – 2416 N Mills Ave\, Orlando\, FL 32803 \nDescription: \n💫 You’re Invited! 💫\nCentral Florida Astronomical Society presents:\nThe Cosmos Through Our Eyes\nAstrophotography Exhibition & Interactive Telescope Experience\nApril 17–18\, 2025 | Orlando Museum of Art \nJoin us for a two-day celebration of the night sky\, science\, and the incredible talents of our own CFAS astrophotographers! \n🗓 April 17 | 10 AM – 9 PM\n🗓 April 18 | 10 AM – 4 PM \n📍 Orlando Museum of Art \n\n🌌 Featured Highlights:\nApril 17 – Free Admission to Museum & Exhibit\n\nAstrophotography Exhibition (10 AM – 8 PM)\nMarvel at stunning celestial images captured by our dedicated CFAS members.\nSolar Observation (Throughout the day)\nSafely view our closest star through specialized solar telescopes.\nSpecial Guest Talk – Frank Kane\n🎤 “The Cosmic Perspective: Exploring the Intersection of Astronomy and Art”\nPart of OMA’s Art Sandwiched In series. Don’t miss this inspiring dive into how the cosmos fuels creativity.\n📍 OMA Auditorium | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM\n\nNight Sky Observation (8 PM – 9 PM\, Museum Entrance Patio)\nGaze at the stars and planets with CFAS telescopes under the Orlando sky.\n\nApril 18 – Free Astro Exhibit\, Museum Admission Not Included\n\nAstrophotography Exhibition (10 AM – 4 PM)\nSolar Observation continues!\n\n\n🔭 A Tribute to Our Stargazers\nThis exhibition is more than just a display — it’s a heartfelt tribute to the passion\, patience\, and precision of CFAS’s amateur astronomers. These awe-inspiring images remind us that the wonders of the universe are not only above us\, but within reach for anyone willing to look up. \nCome celebrate our cosmic community and experience the universe as seen through the eyes — and lenses — of your fellow skywatchers. \nOpen to all. Bring friends\, family\, and fellow space enthusiasts!\nWe can’t wait to share the stars with you. \nYou’re invited!\n 
URL:https://cfas.org/event/cfas-invited-to-omoa-for-a-private-astrophotography-exhibition-save-the-date/
LOCATION:Orlando Museum of Art\, 2416 N Mills Ave\, ORLANDO\, FL\, 32803\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Public Outreach
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SUMMARY:In Person General Meeting (Member Exclusive)
DESCRIPTION:CFAS In-Person General Meeting \nWhen:\nSaturday\, March 15\, 2025\n6:00pm to 8:00pm\n(UTC-04:00) America/New York \nOrganizer:\nFrank Kane \nDescription: \nJoin us for our quarterly in-person meeting at (location disclosed to members only – Members\, please check your messages in our messaging system for location)\n\nThe agenda is still in flux\, but tentatively:\n\n-We’ll start with a presentation on “Women in Astronomy” by our own DEREK DEMETER\n\n-I’ll present any club news and upcoming events\n\n-We’ll then move out into breakout rooms; some ones we have planned so far:\n\n\nAstro-imaging Q&A with WES KLEHM\nSeeStar user group with JOHN PINTO\, focusing on the new S30 model\nSHARIFE GACEL will lead a session on the latest NASA and JPL goings-on\, including the Europa Clipper mission\nOur loaner program chair CHRISTOPHER HUNT will also have some surplus gear on offer from our loaner inventory\n\n\nAs always\, light refreshments will be provided\, and we encourage you to bring your refillable water bottles to reduce our plastic use.\n\nLooking forward to seeing everyone again! Save the date!
URL:https://cfas.org/event/3730/
CATEGORIES:General Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T233000
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CREATED:20250115T214327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T220517Z
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SUMMARY:Dark Sky Astro Night (Member Exclusive)
DESCRIPTION:Join 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-9/
LOCATION:CFAS private Observation Location – Geneva\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Members Observation Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250228T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250228T233000
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CREATED:20250115T214246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T220525Z
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SUMMARY:Dark Sky Astro Night (Member Exclusive)
DESCRIPTION:Join 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-8/
LOCATION:CFAS private Observation Location – Geneva\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Members Observation Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T233000
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CREATED:20250115T214204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T220534Z
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SUMMARY:Dark Sky Astro Night (Member Exclusive)
DESCRIPTION:Join 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-7/
LOCATION:CFAS private Observation Location – Geneva\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Members Observation Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250221T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250221T233000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174357
CREATED:20250115T214127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T220543Z
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SUMMARY:Dark Sky Astro Night (Member Exclusive)
DESCRIPTION:Join 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-6/
LOCATION:CFAS private Observation Location – Geneva\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Members Observation Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T193000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250201T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250201T233000
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CREATED:20250115T214015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T220553Z
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SUMMARY:Dark Sky Astro Night (Member Exclusive)
DESCRIPTION:Join 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-5/
LOCATION:CFAS private Observation Location – Geneva\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Members Observation Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250201T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250202T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T193317Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250131T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250131T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174357
CREATED:20250122T205818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T004544Z
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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:20250131T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250131T233000
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CREATED:20250115T213848Z
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SUMMARY:Dark Sky Astro Night (Member Exclusive)
DESCRIPTION:Join 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-4/
LOCATION:CFAS private Observation Location – Geneva\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Members Observation Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174357
CREATED:20250115T220159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T220159Z
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SUMMARY:General Meeting (Member exclusive)
DESCRIPTION:Photo: Lunar Mining – Credit Dassault Systems \nCFAS General Meeting (via Zoom) – with Dr. Bryony Richards! \nWhen:\nWednesday\, January 29\, 2025\n7:00pm to 8:30pm\n(UTC-05:00) America/New York \nOrganizer:\nFrank Kane \nDescription: \nJoin us via Zoom for our January general meeting! Our speaker this month is Dr. Bryony Richards\, Senior Research Scientist at the Energy & Geoscience Institute (EGI)\, University of Utah!\n\nHer work includes the intersection of geology and space\, including the hot topic of space mining. Expect a presentation that’s both informative and humorous!\n\nWe’ll follow up with club news\, and of course our astrophotography showcase from the huge string of clear nights we absolutely will have between now and then 🙂 See you (virtually) there!
URL:https://cfas.org/event/general-meeting-member-exclusive/
CATEGORIES:General Meetings
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SUMMARY:Dark Sky Astro Night (Member Exclusive)
DESCRIPTION:Join 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-3/
LOCATION:CFAS private Observation Location – Geneva\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Members Observation Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250124T163000
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SUMMARY:Dark Sky Astro Night (Member Exclusive)
DESCRIPTION:Join 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-2/
LOCATION:CFAS private Observation Location – Geneva\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Members Observation Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250118T163000
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SUMMARY:Dark Sky Astro Night (Member Exclusive)
DESCRIPTION:Join 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/
LOCATION:CFAS private Observation Location – Geneva\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Members Observation Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241217T080000
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SUMMARY:CFAS supports SALLY RIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - for ARISS project (private event)
DESCRIPTION:CFAS is proud to announce that its members have been working closely with Sally Ride Elementary School to help them prepare for their ARISS project. \nSally Ride Elementary has been selected amongst a very short list of schools to spend 10 minutes talking through HAM radio to the astronauts on board the ISS the second week of December. \nSally Ride approached CFAS for help preparing and our members jumped in\, organizing an outreach star party\, and participating in teach-in day as well as offering through our Observation Chair Mr. Derek Demeter\, a field trip to the Emil Buehler Planetarium for the entire magnet class (70 students). \nStay Tuned for a report on the actual event! \n 
URL:https://cfas.org/event/cfas-supports-sally-ride-elementary-school-for-ariss-project/
CATEGORIES:School Outreach
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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/
CATEGORIES:Seasonal Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T200000
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SUMMARY:Something new and exciting at our September 14 General Meeting (MEMBERS ONLY)!
DESCRIPTION:       \n  \n  \n  \nASTRONOMY IN THE ARTS\n  \n  \nJoin us for our General Meeting at the Emil Buehler Planetarium (members only) \n\nOur guests speakers this month are ONAJIDE SHABAKA and CAROL PRUSA\, two amazing artists who incorporate elements of the night sky and our universe into their paintings and sculptures. They are currently showcased at the Orlando Museum of Art and we encourage you to go see them at the 2024 FLORIDA PRIZE IN CONTEMPORARY ART until AUGUST 25\, 2024.\nDuring our September meeting\, while you are sitting in your comfortable chairs\, Onajide and Carol will be joining us via Zoom as their art will be displayed on the dome of the the planetarium. It will be a rare opportunity to exchange with these prized artists about their process of incorporating astronomy and stories in their art. We’ll have time for Q&A for your questions as well.\n\nCarol Prusa: “Dark Light” is an accomplished suite of recent works inspired by Prusa’s own life-changing experiences viewing total eclipses of the sun; other pieces pay tribute to pioneering women astronomers. Meticulously created by hand in the ancient silverpoint technique\, each piece required hundreds\, if not thousands\, of hours to complete. Each work\, then\, must qualify as something of an obsession\, and there certainly are worse obsessions than the eternal mysteries of the cosmos\, which still beguile the best and the brightest. (Boca Magazine art review\, Beauty and Unease Coexist in Carol Prusa’s “Dark Light”\, John Thomason\, August 23\, 2019) \n\nOnajide Shabaka: The crisscrossing juxtapositions within the exhibition echoes the connections Shabaka draws out\, like constellations\, between formal patterns in plants\, and their uses in various cultures and migrations between them. He places planetary movements\, in proximity to spirits sensed in the muck\, to the religious practices of the African diaspora. And he accompanies these with collected stories of consciousness\, grief\, determination\, resilience\, and adaptation. (Emerson Dorsch) \n\n\nWe will have to tackle some business concerning the society and possibly have a vote on board members term limit spearhearded by Mark Pernal our Board Member At Large officer (to be reconfirmed).\nOur Vp and Director of the Planetarium\, Derek Demeter\, who was in Europe early August\, will talk about his Eise Eisinga Planetarium visit in the Netherlands as well as Christian Huygens house\, where the Dutch astronomer discovered Saturn’s largest moon\, Titan\, on March 25\, 1655.\nThen we’ll have our usual club news and of course our member astrophotography showcase. We will be calling for your amazing photos soon\, stay tuned!\nAnd last but not least\, we will continue with our new format of workshops! After the meeting\, classes will be open to learn about subjects such as “how to handle your Basic German Equatorial Mount” with Chris Hunt from our Loaner Telescope Program and Mark Pernal\, our Board Member at Large Officer\, and how to study variable stars with your SeeStarS50 lead by Barbara Harris and John Pinto\, Board Member at Large\, and much more!\n\n\nAs a reminder\, our general meetings are for MEMBERS ONLY\, but if you are reading this and wanting to participate\, all you have to do is join CFAS. \n\nNot only will you be able to enjoy our general meetings\, but you will join a community of astronomy and astro-photography enthusiasts who love to share their passion. Your membership includes many benefits such as dark sky sites access\, an amazing loaner telescope program with hands-on explanations and tutorials from our staff\, great onsite and offsite events and star parties\, and much more. So get your membership today and join the fun! \n\nAnd let’s not forget that we are incredibly fortunate to hold our in-person general meetings at the Emil Buehler Perpetual Trust Planetarium\, thanks to our own VP Derek Demeter\, director of the Planetarium. This remarkable venue not only offers a stunning environment but also enriches our gatherings with its state-of-the-art technology and immersive space-themed experiences\, making each meeting truly inspiring and unforgettable. \nPlease visit CFAS.org regularly and/or check your groups.io as well as our Facebook Page\, to get updates on this upcoming meeting and other events! \n\nLooking forward to seeing you on September 14! \nAd Astra! \n\nIsabelle Chauffeton\nEvents Chair\n 
URL:https://cfas.org/event/cfas_general_meeting_sept_14_2024_in_person_members/
LOCATION:Emil Buehler Perpetual Trust Planetarium\, 100 Weldon Blvd B\, Sanford\, Florida\, 32773
CATEGORIES:General Meetings
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