The Bareket Observatory in Israel just did something really remarkable – they celebrated the International Year of Astronomy with a live webcast for the entire world! During the event one could listen to live explanations by a U.S. astronomer and enjoying a special musical representation to those who are blind. I had very much been enjoying my conversations with Ido Bareket and had every intention of reminding our readers when the date was going to happen so you could join in… Then the storms hit Ohio.
Ido had invited me to help along with the live broadcast by being the US speaker and I’m glad he had the Internet “smarts” to know that satellite connections can easily be disrupted – because disrupted I became. Not only disrupted – but pretty much blown off the entire circuit. (Can you say open fields and lightning?) Anyhow, we’re back on board again here and although it’s past the date, you really need to take a look at how hard these folks are working towards global public outreach.
Reach out to your brothers and sisters among the stars… They’re waiting for you!
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