Co-chairperson Ann Murphy led the meeting at the NCSU Crafts Center.
33 members, 4 guests attended.
Speaker
RAC member Doug Lively presented “Deadly Stars: The Top Ten Ways the Stars can Kill, Maim or Really Really Hurt You”, a professional risk analysis of the various cosmic dangers that may affect Earth. Extrasolar threats were discussed as well as solar ones. There were lots of questions and answers during the presentation.
Business
Upcoming speakers for 4th quarter include:
- October 26: speaker to be confirmed
- November 30: Dr. Katie Mack of NCSU, topic to be announced
- December 14: RAC holiday social and swap meet. Venue will be announced.
The treasury report was provided by Treasurer Steve Izzo and presented by Co-chairperson Ann Murphy:
- $778 in business checking
- $12,022 in savings
- $102 in special purpose checking
Public Observing Committee chairman Matt Lochansky reported that a public observing session is scheduled at Dorothea Dix Park on Nov 17 to coincide with the Leonid meteor shower. Please look for updates on the RAC e-mail group.
An Astronomy Days kickoff meeting is scheduled for Monday, October 1 at 5:30pm, NC Museum of Natural Sciences, Nature Exploration Center (Old museum building). Please meet at the entrance on Bicentennial Plaza and Museum staff will escort you in.
Help is needed at this time for the following:
- An event coordinator is needed. Mike Keefe is stepping down this year but has offered to help his replacement. Doug Lively is the sole coordinator now and needs help.
- Exhibit leaders are needed to coordinate exhibit materials and personnel. Many of our existing exhibits have materials, and new ideas are definitely welcome. If you have an idea, please attend the kickoff meeting or contact Doug Lively.
