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Discovery Weekends
Please note: All programs are subject to availability, dates and times may change.
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Discovery Weekend Packages - Check for 2012 updates
- 401 years since Galileo, a Dark Sky Discovery Weekend
- Human History Discovery Weekend
- Quilting in the Lazy Bear Lounge
- Artist in the Pines
401 years since Galileo, a Dark Sky Discovery Weekend
Featuring: Frank Florian
Frank Florian is Director of Space Science and Special Assistant to the President at the Telus World of Science in Edmonton. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in physics from the University of Alberta, with a focus on nuclear and astrophysics as well as a Bachelor of Education degree specializing in secondary education with a major in the physical sciences and mathematics. His Telus World of Science experience has included working as a science interpreter, science demonstrator, community astronomer, public programmer, planetarium operator, show producer, and laser show producer. Frank has received the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada’s Edmonton Centre’s George Moores Award for Excellence in Public Education in 2003 and the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada Edmonton Centre’s Presidents Award in 1997. Frank has been a regular guest on many new stations including CRFN, Global, with a bimonthly radio spot on astronomy and space science on CBC Radio. He is also the point’s person for the media in Edmonton when astronomical or space events occur, including being involved with the meteorite search in Saskatchewan which recovered material from the November 20, 2008 fireball. Frank is also a current member of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada, Edmonton Centre, and the Edmonton Model Rocketry Association, and holds a license as an Amateur Radio Operator.
Equipment needed:
* Telescope and Binoculars (optional, some supplied)
* Good Sturdy walking footwear for all participants
* Layers of outerwear- fleece or sweater, wind and water proof layers\
* Sunscreen
Human History Discovery Weekend
Featuring: Ian MacLaren
Ever wonder who were the first settlers to
land in Jasper? How the natives made this land their home? How the fur traders came
across to sell their goods? How Jasper became a rail loading town to now a world famous
tourist destination? All this and more will be explained in historic detail to aid you
in learning more about the first inhabitants of Jasper National Park.
Artist in the Pines Featuring:
Anna Carnell, Tessa Nunn and the Fiddle River Band
(please contact Artists Own @ (780) 852-0359 for registration and/or information)
Anna Carnell builds mosaics with slate, glass, tile, and natural objects such as
river rocks and fossils. The mosaics take the shape of tables, wall sculpture and custom tile installations, complementing
Tessa Nunn was born in Edmonton in 1970. In 2002 she graduated with a Master’s Degree in
Figurative painting from the New York Academy of Art. Her paintings are in several prominent private collections including
HRH the Price of Wales. Tessa lectures and teaches art in Alberta. In 2005 she opened The Colored Web, a center for art and
healing in downtown Edmonton. Tessa holds the philosophy that “art is an experience, a way of life. The energy of the
artistic mind-set that exists in all of us can change the world”.
The Fiddle River Band is a mix of Rocky Mountain musicians hailing from both sides of the
Fiddle River. This four piece acoustic band blend vocals and instruments from the soul of the Rockies, with a bluegrass
flair. The talents of Brian Brian Lois and Monika are only surpassed by their wit and love for the music.
Quilting in the Lazy Bear Lounge
Enjoy a weekend in the beautiful Rocky Mountains doing what you love to do best ... QUILT!
Door Prizes
Outdoor Quilt Show
To register or for more information:
Kathy Strawson: 780-452-9741 . EMAIL: kstrawson@gmail.com
