
14
December
Hamilton Amateur Astronomers: Mallincams: For Outreach and Observing in Light-Polluted Areas
Our topic for this evening will be an overview of astronomy in light-polluted areas using video-assisted observing or for public outreach.

11
January
Hamilton Amateur Astronomers: The Science of Shakespeare
William Shakespeare lived at a remarkable time – a period we now recognize as the first phase of the Scientific Revolution – and yet “Shakespeare” and “science” are rarely uttered in the same breath. But as award-winning journalist Dan Falk has found, a reassessment is at hand. In this illustrated talk, Falk will explore Shakespeare’s interest in the scientific discoveries of his time, with a particular focus on the changing conceptions of the cosmos, from Aristotle to Copernicus and Galileo.

14
January
City Star Party (NO GO)
Hover above the moon like an astronaut and get eye-to-eye with the planets. Find colourful stars, star clusters, bright nebulae and even another galaxy. Our monthly City Star Party is the place to catch universe from within the city limits at Bayview Village Park. If you don't have a telescope then you will find many astronomers who would love to share a view. If you are thinking of buying a telescope, viewing with other people's equipment is the best way to make a good choice. If you have a telescope or binoculars, please bring it!

19
January
Hamilton Amateur Astronomers: Telescope Clinic & Open House (POSTPONED)
Please be advised that due to the bad winter storm forecast for Saturday, the scope clinic has been postponed to February 2 from 1:00-5:00pm.

25
January
ROM: Getting to Know Bennu: Updates on the OSIRIS-REx Asteroid Sample-Return Mission
Join Canadian experts Mike Daly, Tim Haltigin, Kate Howells and Kim Tait as they provide the latest updates on OSIRIS-REx, the ongoing mission to return a sample from the surface of asteroid Bennu.

2
February
Hamilton Amateur Astronomers: Telescope Clinic & Open House
Find yourself the proud owner of a shiny new telescope this holiday season and not sure how to use it? Or perhaps thinking of buying one but have some questions? You’re in luck! The Hamilton Amateur Astronomers will be hosting a Scope Clinic and Open House on Saturday, January 19, 2019. Held in the auditorium of the Hamilton Spectator Building, the doors are open to the public from 1:00–5:00pm.

11
February
Toronto Reference Library: Canada Heads for Outer Space
Canadian astronomer Peter Broughton talks about J.S. Plaskett, the scientist who brought Canada onto the world stage in astronomy.

15
February
ASX Symposium: Boom to Bust - The Story of Our Universe
Calling space enthusiasts near and far! It's your favourite event of the year: ASX's Annual Symposium is back for its 16th edition, and have we got a show for you!

23
February
Dunlap Institute: SpaceTime
It's Time for Space! We’re super-excited to announce our new event series: SpaceTime! SpaceTime is an all-ages, inclusive celebration of astronomy, curiosity, and discovery.

24
February
RCIScience/RASC Lecture: Should Humans Go to Mars? (WAITLIST)
What can we learn with humans that the much safer robotic explorers cannot tell us? Is it worth the risk? Is there really any reason to go to Mars other than "because it's there?"
Let’s take a realistic look at the challenges of a human expedition to Mars and examine the reality behind the 'hype' of a mission to the Red Planet.
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