AstroAssembly 2023
Saturday, September 30th
at
Seagrave Memorial Observatory
47 Peeptoad Road, North Scituate, RI
and
Streaming via Zoom
(Zoom link will be emailed to registrants on September 29)
Presentations by all speakers will be shared on Zoom
Advance registration is required for Zoom participation
Advance registration is encouraged for in-person attendance
AstroAssembly is the annual convention and fundraising event for Skyscrapers, Inc., owners and operators of Seagrave Memorial Observatory, located in North Scituate, RI. The first “Amateur Astronomical Convention of the Skyscrapers” was held on August 2 & 3, 1952. Through the years, we have welcomed many notable speakers, including well-known astronomers, astrophysicists, scientists, and, even astronauts. This annual event brings together amateurs from all over the New England area to reconnect with old friends, learn something new and just have an enjoyable day.
The festivities will begin with AstroAssembly Eve on Friday night for those in the area; registration for AstroAssembly is not necessary to attend.
Again, there will not be a Saturday evening banquet and speaker as in years past. We will instead, break at 5 PM for a snack, and socilaizing, as well as distribution of awards and prizes. The program will conclude with our evening speaker at 6:30 PM.
All day Saturday at Seagrave Observatory
Poster Session, Swap Table (please bring your own table), Solar Viewing, Astrophotography Contest, Homemade Telescopes (bring yours!).
9:00 AM Registration Open
Coffee and pastries provided. Registration includes evening pizza and snacks.
Members: $25
Non-members: $30
10:30 AM "Peering DEEP into the Andromeda Galaxy"
Stephen LaFlamme, Skyscrapers, Inc.
12:00 PM Deli Lunch
Choice of Grinder (Italian Deluxe, Turkey or Roast Beef), Spinach Pie or Salad (Garden, Garden w/ Grilled Chicken or Garden w/ Tuna Salad). More informationat registration link.
$15 per person. Pre-order and payment with registration required.
Noon to 4 PM Astrophotography Contest
See our website for more information.
1:15 PM "A Brief History of the Charles Hayden Planetarium"
Darryl Davis & Caity Sullivan, Charles Hayden Planetarium
2:30 PM "Light Pollution Effects on Human Health & Environmental Damage"
Dr. Mario Motta, ATMoB & Massachusetts Medical Society
3:45 PM "Five to Buy & Five Not to Buy - Equipment Recommendations by Ed Ting"
Ed Ting, ScopeReviews
5:00 PM Food/Socializing
Pizza, snacks, soda, water and coffee included with basic registration.
6:00 PM Astrophotography Awards & Raffle
6:30 PM "Get Ready for Totality 2024"
Sean Walker, Sky & Telescope
~ 8:00 PM Observing at Seagrave Memorial Observatory
The observatory’s telescopes will be available for observing (weather permitting), or set up your own telescope on the grounds.
More details are available on our website when you register.
Skyscrapers, Inc. (Amateur Astronomical Society of Rhode Island) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Your contribution is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
at
Seagrave Memorial Observatory
47 Peeptoad Road, North Scituate, RI
and
Streaming via Zoom
(Zoom link will be emailed to registrants on September 29)
Presentations by all speakers will be shared on Zoom
Advance registration is required for Zoom participation
Advance registration is encouraged for in-person attendance
AstroAssembly is the annual convention and fundraising event for Skyscrapers, Inc., owners and operators of Seagrave Memorial Observatory, located in North Scituate, RI. The first “Amateur Astronomical Convention of the Skyscrapers” was held on August 2 & 3, 1952. Through the years, we have welcomed many notable speakers, including well-known astronomers, astrophysicists, scientists, and, even astronauts. This annual event brings together amateurs from all over the New England area to reconnect with old friends, learn something new and just have an enjoyable day.
The festivities will begin with AstroAssembly Eve on Friday night for those in the area; registration for AstroAssembly is not necessary to attend.
Again, there will not be a Saturday evening banquet and speaker as in years past. We will instead, break at 5 PM for a snack, and socilaizing, as well as distribution of awards and prizes. The program will conclude with our evening speaker at 6:30 PM.
All day Saturday at Seagrave Observatory
Poster Session, Swap Table (please bring your own table), Solar Viewing, Astrophotography Contest, Homemade Telescopes (bring yours!).
9:00 AM Registration Open
Coffee and pastries provided. Registration includes evening pizza and snacks.
Members: $25
Non-members: $30
10:30 AM "Peering DEEP into the Andromeda Galaxy"
Stephen LaFlamme, Skyscrapers, Inc.
12:00 PM Deli Lunch
Choice of Grinder (Italian Deluxe, Turkey or Roast Beef), Spinach Pie or Salad (Garden, Garden w/ Grilled Chicken or Garden w/ Tuna Salad). More informationat registration link.
$15 per person. Pre-order and payment with registration required.
Noon to 4 PM Astrophotography Contest
See our website for more information.
1:15 PM "A Brief History of the Charles Hayden Planetarium"
Darryl Davis & Caity Sullivan, Charles Hayden Planetarium
2:30 PM "Light Pollution Effects on Human Health & Environmental Damage"
Dr. Mario Motta, ATMoB & Massachusetts Medical Society
3:45 PM "Five to Buy & Five Not to Buy - Equipment Recommendations by Ed Ting"
Ed Ting, ScopeReviews
5:00 PM Food/Socializing
Pizza, snacks, soda, water and coffee included with basic registration.
6:00 PM Astrophotography Awards & Raffle
6:30 PM "Get Ready for Totality 2024"
Sean Walker, Sky & Telescope
~ 8:00 PM Observing at Seagrave Memorial Observatory
The observatory’s telescopes will be available for observing (weather permitting), or set up your own telescope on the grounds.
More details are available on our website when you register.
Skyscrapers, Inc. (Amateur Astronomical Society of Rhode Island) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Your contribution is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
Date: Saturday, September 30, 2023
Time: 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. Eastern
Location:
Seagrave Memorial Observatory
47 Peeptoad Road
North Scituate, RI 02857
