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editions of popular press publications that featured astronomy, as well as special editions of Sky & Telescope.
Unfortunately, Atlas of Deep Sky Splendors has gone missing. We have searched the stacks, but cannot locate the volume. If you checked it out earlier this year, please inform Jim.
Public relations report for June and July
Frank Rogue doubles as our vice president and our public relations agent with the press. We thank him for the meeting announcements he has placed in The Independent. He is also working on advanced notifications of our activities in special formats acceptable to other Tri-Valley newspapers.
The six membership contacts directly attributable to Frank's efforts over the past two months include: a teacher inquiring about star parties, a mom asking whether the club was suitable for children, a 4-H leader who had seen a notice in the Tri-Valley Herald and also wanted star party information, two individuals responding to the story published by The Independent, and a new member who joined using the yellow PR form Frank left at Lumicon.
In many cases, the folks who contact TVS are particularly interested in attending star parties as quickly as possible. Of course, Frank refers them to the web site for a list of upcoming events, and he personally invites them to attend the next scheduled star party. So, keep your eyes and ears open for newcomers who are eager to learn more about astronomy in general and TVS in particular. Please be gracious about answering their questions at star parties and observatory open house events.
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