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SUMMARY:Summer Public Night: a brief history of naming moon craters
DESCRIPTION:Look up at the Moon on a clear night\, and you’ll see its surface is covered in craters. But who gets to name them – and how did that process evolve over centuries? Join us on Saturday\, August 15th as Rina Rast takes us through the rich history of lunar crater naming\, tracing how this practice has evolved from the first lunar maps to the present day.  \nThe evening kicks off with a talk in the classroom\, followed by a tour of the Observatory and hands-on astronomy demos. Skies permitting\, our telescopes will be ready for observing – and on a clear night\, you might even spot some of those named craters yourself! 🔭 \nFREE admission\, no registration required! Drop by for a unique evening under the stars. \nVenue: Cronyn Observatory\, Western University\n Date: Saturday\, August 15th\, 2026\n Time: 8:30 to 11:00 pm \nCheck out our summer schedule: https://cronyn.uwo.ca/schedule/ \nWe hope to see you there!
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SUMMARY:A Cosmic Treasury: Remembering Mark Tovey
DESCRIPTION:On 20 August each year\, the Cronyn Observatory holds a special public night celebrating the historical and cultural heritage of this Observatory — the building\, its instruments\, and the people who have looked through them since 1940. [Read about A Cosmic Treasury and how it got its name.] \nThis first evening is held in memory of Mark Tovey\, Curator of the Observatory from 2015 until his death in January 2026\, on what would have been his birthday. [Read more about Mark] \nThe Observatory’s three “time machines” — the period rooms Mark designed\, recreated as they once might have been — will be open\, with guides on hand to tell the story of how they were made. And when skies are clear\, the telescopes will run until 11:00pm\, including the 1940 refractor. \nFree and drop-in. If it is cloudy\, the evening goes ahead indoors. \nWestern will lower the flag at University College to half mast that day in Mark’s honour.
URL:https://cronyn.uwo.ca/event/a-cosmic-treasury-2026/
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SUMMARY:Summer Public Night: We Are (Not) Alone -- A Journey through Space\, Time and Connection
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a public night at Cronyn Observatory! These free\, drop-in events welcome curious minds of all ages to explore astronomy in a fun\, relaxed setting. Each night features a talk by a guest speaker on fascinating topics from planets and stars to space missions and cosmic mysteries. Get hands-on with interactive astronomy demonstrations and explore the Observatory’s rich history as you wander through this historic building. When the skies cooperate\, we’ll have our telescopes ready for you to observe the night sky and see celestial wonders up close. Our friendly astronomers are eager to share their passion for space and answer all your questions. Whether you’re a lifelong stargazer\, bringing the family for a unique evening out\, or simply curious about the universe\, you’re welcome here. No registration needed – just show up and let the adventure begin!
URL:https://cronyn.uwo.ca/event/summer-public-night-55/
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SUMMARY:Summer Public Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a public night at Cronyn Observatory! These free\, drop-in events welcome curious minds of all ages to explore astronomy in a fun\, relaxed setting. Each night features a talk by a guest speaker on fascinating topics from planets and stars to space missions and cosmic mysteries. Get hands-on with interactive astronomy demonstrations and explore the Observatory’s rich history as you wander through this historic building. When the skies cooperate\, we’ll have our telescopes ready for you to observe the night sky and see celestial wonders up close. Our friendly astronomers are eager to share their passion for space and answer all your questions. Whether you’re a lifelong stargazer\, bringing the family for a unique evening out\, or simply curious about the universe\, you’re welcome here. No registration needed – just show up and let the adventure begin!
URL:https://cronyn.uwo.ca/event/summer-public-night-56/
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