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The encouragement of all aspects of observational astronomy and the association of observers at all levels for mutual help.
The promotion of a general interest in astronomy for beginners as well as for the more advanced.
The circulation of current astronomical information and observational material.
The support of modern advanced techniques for observation, data handling and scientific presentation of results.
The presentation of medals and prizes in recognition of outstanding contributions to astronomy.
Variable Star Observing Workshop, Edinburgh
The BAA Variable Star Section is organising a Variable Star Observing Workshop in Edinburgh on Saturday 18th October 2008.
Please note the venue for this meeting has been changed (due to maintenance work at the ROE), and the meeting will now be held at the James Clark Maxwell Building, Kings Buildings, University of Edinburgh. Directions are available at: http://www.ph.ed.ac.uk/admin/general/
The workshop will last from 10.30 am to 4pm.
There will be a £10 charge which will include lunch.
Included in the day will be a short presentation by the RO of its Crawford collection.
All BAA members and variable star observers are welcome. Also welcome are members of astronomical societies and interested members of the public.
I would be grateful if you could let Des Loughney know if you intend to come to the workshop. Nearer the date he will forward a full programme.
The Workshop is aimed at those who are thinking of observing variable stars or are new to it, and will provide information on current observing campaigns which will be of interest to more experienced observers.
Please circulate this notice to anyone you consider would be interested.
Des Loughney, BAA VSS Eclipsing Binary Secretary:
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