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DATE | DETAILS | |
25-Jul | MKAS Summer Social - EARLY START OF 6pm Bredhurst Village Hall ![]() Details to follow. | |
12-Sep | Ryan French -Space Hazards Bredhurst Village Hall ![]() Abstract to follow | |
26-Sep | Simon Dawes - High Resolution Solar Observation and Imaging Bredhurst Village Hall ![]() Simon will explain how to observe the Sun safely and then how to optimise your own solar imaging set-up to get the best out of it. SPEAKER DETAILSSimon Dawes ![]() Simon Dawes, has been passionate about observing the heavens for over 30 years. His dedication to Astronomy was recognized by the British Astronomical Association, which awarded him the prestigious Sir Patrick Moore Prize for his significant contributions to Pro-Am collaborations on exoplanet transit observations. Simon has successfully observed more than 100 transits, earning a Silver award from the ExoClock Organisation in 2023. He holds an Honours degree in Physics, has built 2 telescopes and modified many others. | |
10-Oct | Speaker & Topic TBC Bredhurst Village Hall | |
24-Oct | FAMILY SPACE NIGHT **ALL WEATHER EVENT** Bredhurst Village Hall ![]() DETAILS AND GET YOUR TICKET If you want some more fun for yourself or your children or grandchildren during the Half Term holiday, then look no further than our Family Space Night! We are offering a brilliant evening which will include a beginner's guide to the night sky and displays about astronomy and space, We will have some hands on activities for the younger children from age 7 upwards. There will be plenty to occupy adults too! Come along and learn about Space and Astronomy and, weather permitting, go outside and look at some interesting astronomical sights through a selection of telescopes. We will have the latest electronically assisted observing telescopes allowing several people to log on and view the objects at the same time, as well as more conventional designs. Steps will be provided to help shorter adults and children reach the eyepieces. Some highlights to look forward to: - Hands-on displays about Space and our Solar System - An exciting talk to give an introduction to the wonders of the night sky - Moon rock and Meteorites: Look at different meteorites and hold a piece of the Moon!! - some Meteorites available for purchase - Craft activites for youngsters (7+) - Stargazing outside (weather permitting) PLUS - PLUS - PLUS - FREE REFRESHMENTS - tea, coffee,squash and biscuits - other refreshments on sale - RAFFLE with impressive prizes. In the past to Family Space Night events, we have had over 150 people visiting, so this is very popular and not one to be missed. Doors open at 19:30pm. ENTRY ONLY BY ADVANCE PURCHASE OF TICKETS. ??£5 for non-member adults ??£2 for members Under 18s are FREE but they MUST be accompanied by an adult. REMEMBER! It may well be quite cold outside at this time of year so wrap up warm if you are venturing outside to do some stargazing and to look through the telescopes. POLITE REQUEST Whilst it will obviously be dark outside we ask you not to use normal white light torches near the telescopes as they will spoil your night vision and that of others. We will have red lights to guide you to and from the telescopes. PLEASE NOTE - we are all volunteers and the programme of events may change due to circumstances beyond our control. | |
14-Nov | Speaker & Topic TBC Bredhurst Village Hall | |
28-Nov | Arthur Fentaman - Astrophotography using Smartphones Bredhurst Village Hall ![]() Arthur Fentaman will give an overview of how to take images of the night sky using mobile phones, followed by an extended Q&A session. SPEAKER DETAILSArthur Fentaman ![]() Arthur is a published astrophotographer and active MKAS member. He was elected as a Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society in 2020. | |
12-Dec | MKAS Christmas Social - MEMBERS and their guests ONLY Bredhurst Village Hall ![]() A chance for Members and their guests to relax, chat and enjoy each other's company at our annual Christmas Social. Free entry plus a free raffle ticket for each Member on arrival with an array of prizes to be won. We will provide free refreshments but you may want to bring along your own wine or beer (or perhaps something stronger) if you wish and aren't driving. Please also bring your own festive food to share. Sausage rolls and any other savoury items and mince pies can be warmed up in the kitchen. Naz will host a SciFi quiz and Dingbats to go alongside the usual eating, drinking and chat. James will bring some Christmas music. We look forward to seeing you in your party hats to get the festive season underway. |