It’s decided! We’re on for tomorrow, Saturday, June 24, 2017, at Brower Observatory, but with one tweak: Workday will start half an hour later than originally planned, at 5:30pm, instead of 5:00pm. Updated forecasts suggest that the clouds will leave early, so Workday can proceed. Observing afterward depends upon whether the clouds sneak back, which remains a controversy among forecasts. Those able to attend the star party, but not Workday, could either watch the skies to decide whether to join us, or call the Presidential Hotline to inquire about conditions as the evening approaches.
Prior Workdays saw the completion of heavier construction. Remaining tasks include capping the roof shingles, painting the exterior, and organizing the many telescopes, books, and supplies stored inside. Most of this requires no special construction skills, so all willing hands are welcome. Wear clothing that would be enhanced by paint stains, bring safety goggles and work gloves if you have them, or just show as you are to help.
True confessions: A flying circus of Brower’s famed two-engined mosquitos may be prowling at dusk, so wear long sleeves and otherwise be prepared. Historically, they are tamer than the four-engined variety found elsewhere, but that does not mean they may not make their presence temporarily known.
BROWER OBSERVATORY WORKDAY AND STAR PARTY
Saturday, June 24, 2017
5:30pm — Workday; 9:00pm — Star Party
Brower Observatory
341 Route 126, Whitefield, ME 04353
Workday would be cancelled only for rain; it will occur as scheduled, even if it is likely to be too cloudy for observing afterward. We understand that not everyone will be able to climb ladders, pound nails, or lift and move telescopes, so even those who can not so assist are welcome to join us for observing, if the clouds so allow.
