“STAR” Party at the Blue Hill Public Library

Blue Hill, Maine - The Blue Hill Public Library will host a “STAR” (Sharing Telescopes and Astronomical Resources) Party to introduce the public to a new telescope for the Library to circulate to patrons on Monday, April 21 at 7:00 PM weather permitting.  Alternate dates are Wednesday the 23rd or Thursday the 24th in case of cloudy weather.  If in doubt, library patrons should check the library’s Facebook page for rescheduling information.

The grant making this possible was funded by the National Science Foundation and administered by Cornerstones of Science and the Maine Mathematics and Science Alliance (MMSA), two non-profits based in Maine. Cornerstones of Science works to increase scientific literacy by strengthening public libraries’ capacities to serve as gathering places for informal scientific discovery. MMSA works to support science, technology, engineering and mathematics education from kindergarten through college in Maine.

Local astronomers will be on hand with telescopes set up on the grounds of the library.  While gazing at the stars through a telescope, participants will learn more about our solar system, discover what is currently visible in the sky, including constellations, planets, galaxies and nebulae.

The program is open to all ages and no registration is necessary.   Those who attend are advised to dress warmly and bring flashlights for navigating around the library grounds after dark.  For more information call Pat at 374-5515 or visit our events calendar at www.bhpl.net.