It's your last chance to observe the transit of Venus until 2117!
WHO: Everyone is invited! This event is open to students, faculty, staff and the general public!
WHAT: Observing the Transit of Venus (Venus crosses the disk of the Sun)
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WHERE: roof of Stadium Dr. Garage
WHY: Rare event, next one will be in 2117!
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HOW: Because we are observing the Sun, safe filters must be used. In addition, Venus is not big and will be difficult to see without the use of telescopes. We will have a number of telescopes with proper solar filters as well as special solar glasses so that everyone can safely observe the event!
WEATHER: PLEASE check back after 3 p.m. for the Go/No-go decision.
Find more information here, on the UMd. Observatory website.
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