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NASA Science News for May 19, 2011

A storm of rare power has formed in Saturn’s northern hemisphere. Wreaking havoc for months, it now stretches around the entire planet and can be seen through backyard telescopes…

FULL STORY AT:

http://science.nasa.gov/science-news/science-at-nasa/2011/19may_saturnstorm/

It is with great sadness that we must report the passing of one of our most cherished members. Frank Linker, 64 passed away March 8, 2011 after years of declining health. Frank was our newsletter editor, single handedly he had been producing and distributing the “Rowan Skyline” since it’s inception, way back in August of 2000.

Frank had interests outside of astronomy and his passing will be felt in many different circles. Our condolences go out to all his friends and family. For information on visitation and funeral arrangements we invite you to visit the following website:

Whitleys Funeral Home

The Astronomical Society of Rowan County would like to thank James Carli II and the Salisbury Post for featuring the ASRC in a wonderful Front Page story in the Saturday, February 5th 2011 edition of the Salisbury Post!

Astronomy club works on night moves at ‘star parties’

You don’t have to be Carl Sagan or Mr. Spock to appreciate the vastness of outer space. It’s big. Mind-blowingly big. And right here in Rowan County is a group of astronomy enthusiasts who enjoy exploring these vast reaches with zeal rivaling that of any Ivy League scientist or Starfleet officer….Read More

One of the worlds most beloved astronomers has passed away, Jack Horkheimer also known as the “Star Hustler” and host of the weekly PBS series called “Star Gazer” passed away on Friday August 20, 2010. Jack touched the lives of millions of people around the globe and he will be dearly missed by all. For more information please visit the following link: NBC Miami.

In honor of his memory please “Keep Looking Up” !

GLOBE at Night is an annual 2-week campaign in March. People all over the world record the brightness of their night sky by matching its appearance toward the constellation Orion with star maps of progressively fainter stars. They submit their measurements on-line and a few weeks later, organizers release a map of light-pollution levels worldwide. Over the last four GLOBE at Night campaigns, volunteers from over 100 nations have contributed 35,000 measurements…Learn How to Participate

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