Future of Space Travel topic of talk at Washington Twp. Library

LONG VALLEY -- On Monday, July 29 at 7 p.m., Washington Township Public Library will welcome presenter Paul Cirillo for "From Apollo to Tomorrow: What's Next for Human Space Travel?" It’s been 50 years since the Apollo missions led the way for human space exploration. See what has been accomplished since then and learn about the human space programs planned by the United States, China, Russia and four U.S. commercial companies! Space gateways, moon bases, a journey to Mars and even space tourism will be presented. Paul Cirillo is a member of the New Jersey Astronomical Association and was also the founder of Somerset County’s 4-H Space & Astronomy Club and its leader for ten years. He has been fascinated by astronomy and space missions all his life and enjoys sharing his knowledge with the public. The program is free and open to the public, but registration is requested at wtpl.org or by calling the library at 908-876-3596. Washington Township Public Library is located at 37 E. Springtown Rd., Long Valley, NJ 07853.