Talk today at Singapore Science Centre

[Mayyen]

24 June 2011 19:00 - 20:00
Location: Observatory Classroom, Omni-Theatre
Encourage your children's interest in astronomy. Join us to learn about the evolution of optical instruments in astronomy and the amazing Hubble Space Telescope (HST) which was launched into space in 1990. Discover the fascinating facts about the HST and how it beams hundreds of thousands of images back to Earth, shedding light on the great mysteries of astronomy and advancing our knowledge of the universe. Are there planets beyond our solar system? Look at the beautiful images from HST and marvel at new stars, galaxies and more…

Thereafter, you can proceed to The Observatory for stargazing as Saturn is in view (weather permitting).
Note: To enhance learning, participants are encouraged to watch the IMAX movie “Hubble” (screening at the Omni-Theatre) on your own. Usual movie admission applies. Please check www.omnitheatre.com.sg for showtimes.

Target Group:
Ages 7 and above (families welcome)

About the speaker:
Kalaimani s/o Retnasamy has been in the teaching service for the past 34 years. He has been interested in Astronomy since 1969. He is the founder member of The Astronomical Society of Singapore and has been its Secretary for many years. He has given hundreds of talks on astronomy to society members, schools, interest groups, schools and the general public.

[Airconvent]

alamak..the problem with logging in late at night is missing such opportunities.
Today is the last week day of the school holidays. Would have brought my kids there...sigh..
Hope the talk was good!