Intro to Astronomy: October 5July 04, 2018We have an opportunity for an introduction to Astronomy in the Gaithersburg area. Join us for a special Astronomy Day to explore the historic Gaithersburg Latitude Observatory, What: An Intro to AstronomyWhen : Friday 5 October 2018, 3:30pm – 5pmWhere: the historic Gaithersburg Latitude Observatory, 100 DeSellum Ave., Gaithersburg, MD Who: Any interested Young Person Cub/Brownie, Home Schooler and their ParentWhy: A special Astronomy Day. Explore space near Earth! Create a model of the Earth-Sun-Moon orbit, train like an astronaut, learn about telescopes, and observe the Sun through the Observatory’s special solar telescopes. How Much & How Do? $5 per child; reservations must be made as a group. No cost for chaperones. Payment by check taken at gate. Bring: Each child should have a pen/pencil and a clipboard, plus a compass for the group. Reservations Required: When you reserve you will be given a start time for your group. If the weather does not cooperate, registered groups will be contacted with a make up date. For Reservations and Information: Obtain the registration form from Karen Lottes firstname.lastname@example.org or 240-805-1120. Gaithersburg Community Museum9 S. Summit Ave.Gaithersburg, MD 20877