Westminster Astronomical Society Of Maryland

Mark this date on your calendars:
Sunday, February 22, 2009, from 12:00-5:00 p.m. at Bear
Branch Nature Center. This is the date of the groundbreaking ceremony (and party) for our
Observatory. All WASI members are encouraged to attend the festivities and fun!
Highlights of the day include a lecture by a former NASA Astronaut, Dr. Don Thomas, displays
of the equipment going into the observatory, kid-friendly hands-on activities, planetarium shows,
door prizes, and refreshments.

Among the invited guests are government officials, local dignitaries, teachers, educators, college
professors, astronomers (professional and amateur), and former astronauts. Come join the local
scientific and educational community to celebrate the groundbreaking of our long-awaited
Observatory.