MPOLE Posted May 8, 2014 Share Posted May 8, 2014 The next Long Eaton Astronomical Society meeting will be on Thursday May 15th at 6:30pm. We will be joined by Martyn Barry from the East Midlands Stargazers who will be talking to us about the lesser known life and times of Sir Isaac Newton.Newton must surely be considered the Father of modern Astronomy, although probably more commonly known for dodging apples. Contrary to popular belief, Newton did not invent gravity either, it was around a lot longer than that, but he was amongst the first to understand it. After the talk we shall be having an informal practical astronomy surgery. If you have any questions on how to use any telescopes, mounts, software or the such, or perhaps you would like advice on what to buy or what to look out for in the night sky, this is your chance. You are also welcome to bring in any equipment you need help with. Refreshments will be from 6:15pm, as always - all are welcome. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Membership renewals will continue, membership is £6 for the rest of 2014 and forms will be available at the meeting. For non members we request a donation of £2 towards refreshments. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
red dwalf Posted May 8, 2014 Share Posted May 8, 2014 i shall endeavour to make this, sounds very interesting Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tuckstar Posted May 8, 2014 Share Posted May 8, 2014 Can we heckle?;-) I'll see if I can get a pass for this, assuming junior hasn't appeared by then! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest devil74 Posted May 9, 2014 Share Posted May 9, 2014 I should be able to make this one with her indoors and junior in tow. Looking forward to the from Martyn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perkil8r Posted May 13, 2014 Share Posted May 13, 2014 Quick reminder, come along this Thursday and see the legend that is our very own Martyn in action! Seriously though, please do come along, it should be an interesting night Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest devil74 Posted May 13, 2014 Share Posted May 13, 2014 I'm aiming to turn up Michael...do I just take the school entrance? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perkil8r Posted May 13, 2014 Share Posted May 13, 2014 Yes, use the main car park and enter through the gate, straight across and head left along under the veranda. Through the double doors and first door on the right (IT14) there should be somebody to direct you and or signs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest devil74 Posted May 13, 2014 Share Posted May 13, 2014 Danke Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MPOLE Posted May 15, 2014 Author Share Posted May 15, 2014 A big thanks to Martyn for an interesting insight into Sir Isaac Newton's life. Newton was certainly a busy chap that much is for sure! And he even found time to (perhaps) invent the cat flap. The meeting was very well attended once again by members old and new, welcome to those new members and indeed visitors. The audience enjoyed a very informative talk which threw up many surprises about the Father of modern Astronomy and Physics. He even had time in later years to become the chief of the Royal Mint which came as a surprise. Martyn has obviously put an awful lot of time and effort into researching Newton and it was a joy to share. Afterwards Mike, Martyn and Steve fielded questions from members about the practical side of astronomy. This is something we will need to do more often as it seemed to go down very well. Our next meeting is on June 26th at 6:30pm. Steve Ibbotson will be guiding us through the many astronomical targets we can hope to see during the Summer months and into Autumn. If the weather allows there will be a chance for some solar observing in the observatory either before or after the talk. You will be welcome to ask any questions too, and we invite suggestions for future event content. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tuckstar Posted May 16, 2014 Share Posted May 16, 2014 Great talk, very informative. Well done Martyn. Great to see a few faces again and a have good old chin wag. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BAZ Posted May 16, 2014 Share Posted May 16, 2014 Thanks Guy's, the cast iron butterflies have gone away now! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Ibbo Posted May 16, 2014 Share Posted May 16, 2014 Well done Baz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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