Stars Punctuate the Autumn Skies;

ESPERANCE, NY (09/23/2007)(readMedia)-- THE ALBANY AREA ASTRONOMERS meet regularly at the Landis Arboretum Meeting House for its dark skies and good horizons.

At public star parties telescopes are set up to show guests sights in the night sky. The Walk Among the Stars programs include constellation tours, the myths and stories associated with the constellations, and hints on enjoying the night sky. Star Parties and A Walk Among the Stars programs are canceled if the skies are mostly cloudy.

Registration is encouraged by calling Alan French at 374-8460. Registrants will be called if an event is canceled. Those who do not pre-register can call to check about two hours before the start time.

No admission; free parking.

October 5 (Friday) & October 6 (Saturday), 8 pm, Public star parties

October 13 (Saturday) 7:30 pm, A WALK AMONG THE STARS, Constellation Tour

Fun-for All

Visitors to the Landis Arboretum are encouraged to dress for the season,to bring lawn chairs and blankets, and to wear sensible shoes and attire appropriate for the natural terrain of the Arboretum. The Fall weather offers an excellent opportunity to walk the beautiful grounds of the Arboretum or to take advantage of its more than eight miles of walking/hiking trails.

For more information, call the Arboretum at 518-875-6935. The Landis Arboretum is located 1.5 miles off scenic Route 20 in Esperance, NY. www.LandisArboretum.org.

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