August 12 , 2006:
Chabot Space & Science Center

Boldly go where no NCSWA field trip has gone before! Explore the wonders of the universe Saturday, August 12, at Oakland's Chabot Space & Science Center. Directions and information are online.

Chabot has generously waived all fees for our group. Space is limited to the first 30 people (that includes one non-NCSWAn guest allowed per member) who sign up by emailing Dawn Levy at dawnlevy@stanford.edu. Tickets will be available at will-call at the front desk; mention NCSWA. The center is open to the general public as well that evening.

The cafe is open until 7 p.m. if you'd like to purchase a dinner before the event -- mention NCSWA and receive a 10 percent discount. The menu is online . No alcohol is allowed on the premises due to permitting issues.

• 6-7 p.m., dinner
• 7-8 p.m., explore exhibits
• 8-8:45 p.m., "The Sky Tonight" planetarium show
• 8:45-9:15 p.m., Q & A with astronomer Conrad Jung
• 9:15-9:45 p.m., telescope viewing (weather permitting)