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Astronomy group to meet Feb. 10
Tue, 31 Jan 2012 21:07:59 -0800
HOFFMAN ESTATES – The February meeting of the Northwest Suburban Astronomers will feature a talk by Roger Kolman of Harper College.
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Space Rock of Love: Asteroid Eros Attracts Skywatchers in Earth Flyby
Fri, 03 Feb 2012 14:31:45 -0800
The close pass of the asteroid Eros this week allows astronomy buffs to measure the size of the solar system.
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South Florida outdoors notebook
Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:01:08 -0800
Star gazing: The Treasure Coast Astronomical Society has a free astronomy tour from 6-9 p.m. Feb. 11 at the DuPuis Management Area in Palm Beach and Martin counties. Telescopes will be set up and participants can bring their own.
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South Florida outdoors calendar
Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:01:21 -0800
Feb. 11: The Treasure Coast Astronomical Society is leading a free astronomy tour from 6-9 p.m. at the DuPuis Management Area in Palm Beach and Martin counties. Telescopes will be set up and participants can bring their own. The Visitor Center entrance is located at Gate 5 on State Road 76, seven miles west of the intersection with State Road 710.
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Queen Creek's Passport to Discovery set for Saturday
Fri, 10 Feb 2012 09:17:04 -0800
Festival performances, displays will showcase Arizona's history in honor of the state's centennial.
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Calendar
Tue, 21 Feb 2012 22:17:43 -0800
Calendar Animal Tracking Snowshoe Walk, Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park, Scout Road, Gansevoort When: 11 a.m. Cost: Participants will meet in the Crawshaw Story Room to receive animal footprint identification cards. Come to a winter wonderland, where you'll build a snow fort, have a snowball fight, audition for the band, and visit the cafeteria....all indoors! Exploring & Interacting with Media ...
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Age? It’s nothing but a number
Tue, 21 Feb 2012 13:42:03 -0800
BY DEANNAMcLAFFERTY Staff Writer SOUTH BRUNSWICK — Marvin Schlaffer, of Kendall Park, is 87 years old and shows no signs of slowing down. His commitment to keeping active is both a personal and professional passion as he serves as a full-time director of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Rutgers University. read more
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Community Calendar, Feb. 20
Sun, 19 Feb 2012 17:59:57 -0800
GEORGE WASHINGTON BIRTHDAY COMMEMORATION: 1 p.m. today at the Washington statue on the north steps of the Statehouse. Guest speaker will be Maj. Gen. Robert E. Livingston Jr., adjutant general, S.C. National Guard . Members of the South Carolina Society, Sons of the American Revolution will present the colors and there will be wreath presentations by the DAR and other heritage organizations.
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Sebastian Inlet starts spring fun
Sat, 18 Feb 2012 22:20:46 -0800
Sebastian Inlet State Park is one traffic light and about 20 miles from downtown Melbourne. The inlet has a long list of activities offered throughout the year, but two separate events in March offer a great night out for all generations.
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Scientifically Speaking 2/12
Sat, 11 Feb 2012 21:18:16 -0800
"Critter Scene Investigation" program Volunteer Naturalists will lead programs on snowy mornings investigating animal behaviors using basic tracking skills during its interactive "Critter Scene Investigation" program.
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