Spring 2008 star parties shine at CCBC Dundalk Observatory
Stargazers invited to enjoy the view
Baltimore County, Md. -- Calling all sky-watchers and stargazers! Catch the dazzling “showcase of stars” at the Community College of Baltimore County Dundalk Campus Observatory’s Spring 2008 star parties. Located at 7200 Sollers Point Road, the observatory is fully handicap accessible, which allows everyone to enjoy the free, sparkling presentation put on by the stars, planets and other heavenly bodies.
Upcoming shows will be held on the following Friday evenings:
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Feb. 15, 2008
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7-9 p.m.
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Feb. 29, 2008
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7-9 p.m.
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Mar. 14, 2008
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8-10 p.m.
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Apr. 11, 2008
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8-10 p.m.
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Apr. 25, 2008
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8-10 p.m.
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May 9, 2008
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8-10 p.m.
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Star parties are public events that offer participants the opportunity to bring their own telescopes or make use of the facility’s equipment. Some stargazers engage in “naked-eye astronomy,” identifying stars and constellations sans a telescope. Others make use of the observatory’s Meade 16-inch LX200 Schmidt-Cassegrain reflecting telescope to get a more up-close and personal view.
If conditions appear potentially cloudy, rainy or snowy, please check for cancellations by calling 410-282-3092 approximately 45 minutes before the scheduled start time.
Visit the CCBC Web site for additional information about star parties or call 410-455-4560.
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