Following the untimely death of Andrew on 28 Nov 2010 and having been honoured by the IAU in naming asteroid 229255 Andrewelliott, Chris Menmuir and Gerry Bond from Reading attended the BADAS meeting of 3rd Aug 2011. Some of Andrew’s videos and results were shown, and talk about the man himself and how he inspired so many. Edna Elliott, Andrew’s mother, was guest of honour.
Next Meetings
Our 51st year
Fri 26th April 2024 7.30pm
FridayCLUB outreach
Astronomy talk or observing if clear. Children welcome if accompanied by an adult.
Beginners’ talk probably on star magnitude and observing hints for coping with extended daylight.
Subtitled – lie back and enjoy the satellites..1st Wokingham Scout Hut in Evendons Lane, Wokingham. RG41 4DX.
Monthly Main Meeting.
May 18 2024 7 pm
St Peter’s Church HalllThis will be a physical meeting in the hall with remote access via ZOOM for members who are unable to attend. £3 to non-members. Donations via online banking:
Reading Astronomical Society: Sort code: 60-17-21: Account No: 54137268Guest Owen Brazell
Evening of Deep Sky
Owen is a fount of all knowledge on the history and observation of the deep sky. Currently President of the Webb Deep Sky Society I have known Owen from the early days of my involvement in astronomy in the area. There is no title decided for Owen’s talk so we leave it to Owen for the Evening of Deep Sky.
GB
Chat with us on ZOOM on every 1st and 3rd Friday at 7pm.
April 19, May 3, May 17th,Astronomy chat by experts and beginners with members of local astronomy societies.
Request login details from Gerry by text on 07510 444 630 or email us at info@readingastro.org.ukWe also keep in touch through a Google Group, email news list, and Zoom.
By invitation – send an email to info@readingastro.org.uk