The University of Calgary's Rothney Astrophysical Observatory (RAO) in partnership with the Royal Astronomical Society and the Telus World of Science is observing the lunar eclipse. We will have a spectacular view of this celestial event and you can watch the moon turn bright orange, blood red, to dark brown. The RAO will feature talks on eclipse phenomena, as well as sky viewing on our observation terrace. Admission is free, donations gratefully accepted.

Schedule:
Gates open 6:30 pm
Umbral Eclipse 6:43 pm
Totality begins 8:01 pm to 8:51 pm
Event ends 10 pm

The next total eclipse will occur in 2010

Speakers:
Dr. David Kelley - Ancient Peoples and Eclipse Events
Roland Dechesne - Eclipse Phenomena

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The eclipse will be webcast on the RAO website: www.ucalgary.ca/rao

If excessive cloud cover or inclement weather event will be cancelled, check the RAO website for updates.