Fri, 20 Oct , The story of the Great War as told through the eyes of a generic British soldier, Tommy Atkins, told in a series of letters and diary entries to his wife Alice. Thu, 19 Oct , Bob Purser will lead a practical introduction to mineral identification, using examples from our extensive mineral collection. No previous experience necessary.
Bring a 10x lens if you can. Wed, 18 Oct , One of our regular judges, Trevor will give members an insight into the parameters he uses when judging photo competitions.
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Followed with an interactive session where volunteers can have a go at judging his photos, or members can bring along a photo they would like comment on. Tue, 17 Oct , An introduction to these unique organisms followed by a practical session looking at samples under the microscope. Bring your own fungi if you can, or we can supply a selection on the night. Sat, 14 Oct , Tea at Weston Favell Centre. Thu, 12 Oct , Wed, 11 Oct , Mon, 09 Oct , In September the sky really starts to get darker earlier, just what we have been waiting for all summer long!
Please let the secretary know if there is something you would like to present to our section. Guests are welcome as usual. Sat, 07 Oct , Meet for bus SC X4 at Various venues on offer for refreshments. Fri, 06 Oct , Thu, 05 Oct , Wed, 04 Oct , James will bring along some of his studio equipment for use in a hands-on workshop night. After a short talk he will then be on hand to give practical help and advice with our studio lighting. Tue, 03 Oct , With the aid of these very cheap and simple optical staining techniques which can be used with most microscopes. Bring your own sweet wrappers!
Sat, 30 Sep , Meet bus SC 96 at 1. Tea at Garden Centre.
Thu, 28 Sep , Wed, 27 Sep , Mon, 25 Sep , We will hopefully have lots of images from the USA of the total eclipse from Jackson Wyoming, and a few images of Perseids. Sat, 23 Sep , Thu, 21 Sep , We will be leaving from the Humfrey Rooms at 9.
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Please sign the list in the Rooms by 14th September or contact Bob Purser , purser. Wed, 20 Sep , A two part evening. The first is the postponed demonstration by Steve of how to cut your own photo mounts. For the second part Steve will speak about his recent interest in making Audio visual presentations, and then demonstrate some of his results.
Tue, 19 Sep , Sat, 16 Sep , Lunch is available in the town or take a picnic. Thu, 14 Sep , Wed, 13 Sep , Round 1 of 4.
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Mon, 11 Sep , A welcome return to the NNHS of this popular lecturer. Cold dark matter - is it cold, is it dark and is it matter? We hear a lot about dark matter in astronomy. Some people consider it a fudge. In this talk we'll go through the evidence for dark matter and the history of it, and answer the questions in the title.
No particular prior knowledge is assumed.
Sun, 10 Sep , On the minor road from Ufford to Marholm, just after the crossroads for Helpston, on the left; signed. This site is owned and managed by the Langdyke Countryside Trust. It is in the Parish of Helpstone, in the Soke of Peterborough. Made famous by John Clare in his poetry it has had a chequered history since then.
The habitats are varied with some interesting plants. A full day meeting, no on site facilities; bring a nose-bag. Guest speakers and presenters. You must book a place at the event by contacting Mike Gibson on stmarysmrg yahoo. Sat, 09 Sep , Fri, 08 Sep , Wed, 06 Sep , Tue, 05 Sep , The world is not always as it seems and this also applies to what we see when looking through a microscope.
Sat, 02 Sep , Refreshments at the Village Hall. Thu, 31 Aug , Wed, 30 Aug , Sat, 26 Aug , Meet for bus SC X7 at Thu, 24 Aug , He promises lots of pictures and examples involving lots of the early participants. Sat, 19 Aug , Meet for bus SC X47 at Wed, 16 Aug , Tue, 15 Aug , It will certainly be an interesting, and perhaps a very colourful evening. Mon, 14 Aug , So it really is a members' evening where short, or long, contributions are invited on any vaguely astronomical topics.
We will have a presentation of the night sky in August. There's plenty to be seen, so you'll have no excuse not to get the binoculars and telescopes out as the days grow shorter. An account of the Perseids seen at the section outing on the 12th. Sat, 12 Aug , Unfortunately the Moon will be up around the peak making faint meteors hard to see. On the positive side, Saturn is to the south early in the evening and there may be a chance to catch a setting Jupiter too!
The venue will be announced at a later date and a clear night would be welcome. Keep watching NorthantsAstro and https: We can walk through the water meadows or beside Silverstone Brook and look in at the Flower Festival in the Church.
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The Blisworth Canal Festival will also be taking place for those who want to stop off there. Meet for bus SC 88 at Food and drinks on offer at either venue or take a picnic. Thu, 10 Aug , The ornate stonework carvings have been the source of many intriguing theories, myths and legends. Wed, 09 Aug , Sat, 05 Aug , Food and drinks obtainable nearby. Meet for bus SC 96 at Fri, 04 Aug , Wed, 02 Aug , Tue, 01 Aug , One way of highlighting the different structures of a sample is by means of staining. Mike gives an introduction to some of the theory of staining with demonstrations.
Mon, 31 Jul , A chance to catch up with other members over food and drink. The time and venue will be announced in due course. Booking will be required, but all are welcome. Sat, 29 Jul , The local Inns provide drinks. Thu, 27 Jul , Sat, 22 Jul , Meet for bus SC X46 at Refreshments after the walk. Thu, 20 Jul , Wed, 19 Jul , Tue, 18 Jul , In this session we show you how to prepare and make permanent slides of these beautiful plant life forms.
Also how to adjust your microscope for the best lighting and contrast. Sat, 15 Jul , Meet for bus SC 10 at Drinks and snacks available at Old. Thu, 13 Jul , Wed, 12 Jul , Mon, 10 Jul , It's a forum to discuss new observations, equipment and techniques. At past meetings we've enjoyed presentations on topics from astrophotography to cosmology. We'll also offer some topical observing inspiration for you, despite the long days and short nights! Guests are very welcome.
If you've got any questions come along and ask them. Sat, 08 Jul , Fri, 07 Jul , Wed, 05 Jul , Tue, 04 Jul , A unique feature of diatoms is that they are enclosed within a cell wall made of silica and called a frustule, which show a wide diversity in form, but are usually almost bilaterally symmetrical - hence the group name. Learn how to view clearly these often difficult subjects under the microscope. Sat, 01 Jul , Take a picnic or use the facilities at the canalside.
Thu, 29 Jun , Mon, 26 Jun , If you've got any astronomical problems bring them along for some help.
We'll try to present some themed observing inspiration and if the weather's helpful do a little practical urban astronomy too, so bring your binoculars and telescopes. Sun, 25 Jun , Why not bring along an exhibit of your own? Sales and exhibits in the morning and lectures in the afternoon. Please contact Mike Gibson for further information. Sat, 24 Jun , Refreshments provided after the walk. Wed, 21 Jun , Up to three entries per person, any mix of prints or projected images. Trophy Presentations The evening concludes with the presentation of the annual trophies.
Tue, 20 Jun , During this session we concentrate on the microscopic animals found in our ponds and puddles including water butts, gutters and even bird baths! Bring your own samples if you can so we may compare what is available from different habitats. Sun, 18 Jun , After visiting this we will continue South and cross the canal near the A then return North by the tow path. Sat, 17 Jun , In the s, the Brooke-Taylor family lived here - nephew Tim is well known as one of the "Goodies". Houses built 17C Pubs Mrs Ann Martin of Spratton, who died in at the age of about She was a successful professional lacemaker until close to her death.
He was the son of Humphrey Roberts Esq. He was ordained deacon Canterbury in He was deacon of Sandgate in Kent from to and moved to a similar post at Spratton, Northants in He was vicar and patron of Spratton between and James George Hay-Boyd, J. Her mother was the daughter of Lieut-Col. After their marriage the couple changed their name to Roberts-Hay-Boyd and took up residence at Townend of Symington. All of our paper waste is recycled and turned into corrugated cardboard. See details and exclusions.
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