The DIURNALS is a friendly group which meets during the daytime on the third Tuesday of the month February-December. Objectives: To disseminate knowledge on various facets of astronomy in an informal environment. To foster enjoyment of the subject with kindred spirits. To 'point in the right direction' with regard to other sections if newer members show an interest in a particular area. There are no pre-requisites and you don't have to be a mathematics or physics genius! Just come with a desire to learn. Most months, we have a guest speaker, and talks given cover a wide range of astronomical fields and space exploration. Occasionally, there is a discussion. In addition to discussions on Sky for the Month, an aspect of the Astronomical Yearbook 2010 is covered with a segment on mythology in alternate months.
NEXT MEETING: TUESDAY, 21st SEPTEMBER.2010
"SKY FOR THE MONTH" - Dr. Harry Watts
GUEST SPEAKER: DR. JOHN MORGAN - AUSTRALIAN ANTIQUARIAN
HOROLOGICAL SOCIETY
TOPIC: "THE PRAGUE ASTRONOMICAL CLOCK"
VENUE: THE LODGE, BURWOOD
TIME: 10.30 A.M. - 12.15 P.M.
ENQUIRIES: PAT LARKIN 03 9889 8283 (AH/BH)
EMAIL:
Attendees may like to bring along a cut lunch and stay for a few moments following the presentation. This is a chance to chat further with the presenter and enjoy the company of 'kindred spirits' .
