For those of you with a deeper interest in astronomy and how we learn about the universe, this may be of interest.  There is a good discount if you register before Aug. 10.

The Astronomical Society of the Pacific Presents:
Eyes on the Cosmos: Cutting Edge Instruments and Ideas in Astronomy
On Zoom, August 21, 2025

A non-technical symposium for astronomy educators, astronomy enthusiasts, and students at all levels.

We will consider:
1.   What revolutionary discoveries are waiting just beyond our current understanding of the universe?
2.   How will next-generation telescopes transform our cosmic perspective?
3.   Where and how do astrobiologists think we will discover the first signs of extra-terrestrial life?
4.   How will astronomers and astronomical institutions cope with the threatened (and devastating) cuts in federal support of science and education.

Speakers Include:
·        Dr. Dara Norman, NOIRLab, President of the American Astronomical Society
·        Dr. David Grinspoon, Planetary Astronomer and Best-Selling Author
·        Dr. Nathalie Cabrol, Director of the Carl Sagan Ctr at the SETI Institute
·        Dr. Claire Higgs, Education and Outreach Astronomer for the Vera Rubin Observatory
·        Dr. Meredith Rawls, Co-Leader of SatHub, trying to protect astronomy from satellite light pollution
·        Dr. Moiya McTier, astrophysicist, folklorist, podcaster. PBS communicator
and many others.

The day includes Q&A and breakout sessions for small groups.
One low registration fee (early bird discount ends Aug. 10!)
For more info and to register, go to: http://bit.ly/ASP2025SYMP