August 2009 Board meeting

RAS Board Meeting August 17, 2009  Attendees: Jim Browder, President Gary Cowardin, Vice President Jim Blowers, Treasurer Chris McCann, Secretary John Barnett, Observatory Director Preston Kirby Bill Jeffries Jeff Pike  Treasurer’s report given by Jim Blowers. Balance Summary: General Fund:                $7150.85 Observatory Fund:           $198.28 TOTAL:                         $7349.13 Checking Account:        $2327.47 Savings Account:           $2857.22 Certificate of Deposit:    … Read more

Skywatches, Star Parties and Meetings – Oh My!

We understand that the Masonic Home and Meadow Glen skywatches went smoothly this past week.  John Raymond reports that the attendance was good and the weather allowed for enough viewing time at each event, although some clouds rolled in and abbreviated one viewing session.  Thanks very much to John, Tim Streagle, John Barnett and Prashant … Read more