The Persians, the Germans, and the Greeks all debated issues sober and while drinking their favorite intoxicating beverage. In Plato’s Symposium, great minds gathered around to drink and engage in intellectual discussion, becoming more animated and fanciful as the hours and the drinks add up. We are trying to recreate this atmosphere with this book club. In this bookclub, we read and have engaging discussions (sometimes quite passionate ones) about popular scientific books. The books cover issue …

A group for folks who enjoy the night sky. You don't need to own a telescope! We have all different talents and interests from casual observers to talented astrophotographers. Come to learn and share. We have an indoor meeting once a month with programs ranging from how to use that new astronomy toy to high energy astrophysics. The group also hosts star parties at local parks about once a month to share our enjoyment of the night sky with the general public. You don't have to be a member to atte …