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Learn about International Observe the Moon Night
Wednesday, August 21, 2024, 09:00pm - 09:30pm
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DATE: August 21, 2024
TIME: 9:00 pm - 9:30 pm Eastern Time
WEBINAR: Learn about International Observe the Moon Night
PRESENTERS:
Grace Beaudoin, Ph.D., Lunar and Planetary Institute in Houston, Texas
MODERATORS:
Don Ficken, St. Louis Astronomical Society, Astronomical Society of Eastern Missouri
Tom Lynch, Amateur Observers’ Society of New York
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:
International Observe the Moon Night is an annual event that invites people from all around the world to take part in a celebration of lunar observation, science, and exploration. Since 2010, International Observe the Moon Night has provided opportunities to learn and to honor cultural and personal connections to the Moon. This year’s event is on September 14th. We’ll review how you can get involved in this year’s celebration, including how to register, promote, and support your own observing event!