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SUMMARY:Introduction to Astronomy - Gravity
DESCRIPTION:Gravity is the natural phenomenon of a perceived attractive force experienced between bodies of mass. We take it for granted\, while it holds us to the Earth\, keeps the Moon in orbit around the Earth\, and the planets around the Sun. Tonight Chris Benton will outline the valuable insights and descriptions of gravity given by Galileo\, Newton and Einstein used to explain what gravity is and how it works. \nGalileo dropped balls from the Tower of Pisa and ramps concluding gravity accelerates objects of different mass by the same amount\, known as the Equivalence Principle. Newton had the insight to realise the force of gravity that makes things fall to the ground on Earth is the same force responsible for the orbital motion of the planets and moons in the Solar System leading to his Universal Law of Gravitation. Einstein expanded on the Equivalence Principle to develop his General Theory of Relativity involving mass warping spacetime to explain gravity. It successfully predicts black holes\, the bending of light and slowing of clocks in the presence of matter\, and other phenomena. \nWe look forward to you all coming along to an easy to understand\, in-depth explanation of these concepts before hearing John Wishart speak\, who has an interest in quantum gravity. John will describe how\, at microscopic levels\, General Relativity breaks down\, leading to new exciting theories involving quantum mechanics. You should not miss this presentation\, which has something for everyone!
URL:https://www.astronomy.org.nz/event/introduction-to-astronomy-gravity/
LOCATION:Stardome Observatory\, 670 Manukau Rd\, Epsom\, Auckland\, 1345\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:Burbidge Dinner 2020
DESCRIPTION:Our guest speaker this year is University of Auckland Associate Professor JJ Eldridge\, who will give a presentation on Margaret and Geoffrey Burbidge and their contribution to the understanding of the origin of the chemical elements by stellar nucleosynthesis. \nWe will also announce the results of the New Zealand Astrophotography Competition for the Harry Williams Trophy and the Beaumont prize for the best member submitted article to the AAS Journal. \nThe Venue is the : Ellerslie Events Centre\, Pakuranga Hunt Room \nStart time: 7:00pm (doors open 6:30pm) \nTickets: $65 pp\, earlybird price of $60.00 is available until October 31. Includes a buffet dinner. \n  \nTickets can be booked: -by e-mail at events@astronomy.org.nz-by phone to Niven on 021 935 261 or Bill on 021 225 8175
URL:https://www.astronomy.org.nz/event/burbidge-dinner-2020/
LOCATION:Ellerslie Events Center
CATEGORIES:Burbidge Dinner
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20201109T200000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20201109T210000
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SUMMARY:Monthly Meeting November
DESCRIPTION:Music and Astronomy. \n  \nWe will talk about mathematical and psycho-physical foundations of music; what makes it beautiful — tones\, octaves\, intervals\, consonances\, and cords; about types of musical instruments\, temperaments\, and the art of musical tuning. From this we will draw connection to the “sounds” and harmony of the Cosmos\, discuss problems of resonances and stability of planetary systems\, motions of moons and geometry of rings. Together we will try to discover the unique “melody” of our Solar system. I’ll use my violin to illustrate my talk. \nOur speaker\, Sergei Gulyaev\, is Professor of Astronomy and Space Science and Director of the Institute for Radio Astronomy and Space Research at Auckland University of Technology.
URL:https://www.astronomy.org.nz/event/monthly-meeting-november/
LOCATION:Stardome Observatory\, 670 Manukau Rd\, Epsom\, Auckland\, 1345\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:AAS Meetings,Monthly Meeting
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SUMMARY:Northern Star Party 2020 - Instructions and Programme- Sold Out
DESCRIPTION:Dark Sky Weekend _ Northern Star Party –  Instructions for attendees and Programme.   This event is Sold Out. \nWaharau Outdoor Education Centre \nWaharau Regional Park \n1748 E Coast Rd\, Orere Point\, Whakatiwa 2473. \nNovember 13th to 15th 2020 \nWhat you must bring: \n\nYour own food. There is a kitchen and walk in fridge and the AAS will provide morning and afternoon tea and milk but otherwise it is BYO for food and drink. With over 50 people in attendance\, keeping it simple will be the best way to ensure there’s not a mad rush in the kitchen at meal times.\nBedding\, sleeping bag\, pillow\, toiletries\, towel etc. The dormitories have bunk beds and\n\nmattresses. \n\nYour telescope\, binoculars etc or just your eyes and\, if required\, power supply\, preferably\n\nbattery powered. There will be telescopes available for viewing for those who don’t have a telescope. \n\nWarm clothes for evenings in keeping with the weather forecast!!!\nRed torch or red headlamp. Once it’s dark\, white lights need to be eliminated as much as\n\npossible (Red torches can be purchased from most supermarkets for about $20 if you want to buy one). \n\nPlease bring a tea towel!!!!\nA cooperative attitude and willingness to lend a hand to keep the venue clean and tidy.\nParking – If you are not staying on the site or plan on leaving early please do not park near the telescope viewing area\, but near the exit road.\n\nPlease note: Dogs and other pets are prohibited from the Park. \nWhat will be provided: \n\nThe AAS will provide morning and afternoon tea and milk.\nCooking utensils\, pots and pans\, crockery and cutlery.\nCleaning equipment\, toilet paper and rubbish bags.\nFirst Aid equipment.\nHand sanitizer and some masks.\n\nWhen leaving on Sunday please clean your cabin and ensure that it is left clean and tidy. Your co-operation in this will be greatly appreciated. Volunteers are needed for the final inspection clean up at 11 am Sunday – all help would be gratefully received. \n  \nProgramme \nFriday 13th November. Open from 4pm. \n6.30pm One hour science documentary film. \nTelescope viewing once dark. Another Film will be shown if cloudy. \nSaturday 14h November \n12 noon. Carolle Varughese speaking on what can be seen in the November Night Sky. \n12.40 Chris Benton – Deep Sky objects. \n1.25 Break. \n1.45pm to 2.45 to Basic Astrophotography panel discussion with Robert Patterson\, Gavin Logan  and George Ionas. \n3.00pm to 4.30 pm    ASTRONZ equipment presentation during which they will display and explain how to use various telescopes and accessories. \n4.35 pm. Group Photo \n4.45  Telescope trail – a chance to look at telescopes that have been brought to Waharau. Saturday \nEvening: once its dark Telescope viewing. \nAstronomy Films will be shown should the sky become cloudy. \nSunday 15th November \n11am – final clean up and inspection – volunteers needed to help with final clean up. \n 
URL:https://www.astronomy.org.nz/event/northern-star-party-2020/
LOCATION:Waharau Regional Park\, 1748 East Coast Rd\, Orere Point\, Whakatiwai\, 2473
CATEGORIES:Dark Sky Party
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SUMMARY:Astrophotography Group November
DESCRIPTION:Tony Cooper will be giving a talk/demo on how to build a DIY Motorised Focuser for $25- Reasons for using a motorised focuser\n– Parts list\n– Stepper motors\n– Timing belts\n– Arduino programming\n– ASCOM\n– Three axis balancing of a German equatorial mount\n– Demonstration of the focuser in action
URL:https://www.astronomy.org.nz/event/astrophotography-group-november/
LOCATION:Stardome Observatory\, 670 Manukau Rd\, Epsom\, Auckland\, 1345\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Astrophotography Group
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SUMMARY:Practical Astronomy November - Astrophotography - Getting started
DESCRIPTION:This month we will be discussing astrophotography for beginners. This will include an introduction to the different types of astrophotography\, cameras\, techniques\,  equipment and computer software.
URL:https://www.astronomy.org.nz/event/practical-astronomy-november-astrophotography-getting-started/
LOCATION:Stardome Observatory\, 670 Manukau Rd\, Epsom\, Auckland\, 1345\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Practical Astronomy
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SUMMARY:Film Night November - Mars Habitat
DESCRIPTION:Mars Habitat – a series of shorter films about the latest developments and ideas about manned travel to Mars.
URL:https://www.astronomy.org.nz/event/film-night-november-mars-habitat/
LOCATION:Stardome Observatory\, 670 Manukau Rd\, Epsom\, Auckland\, 1345\, New Zealand
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