The Astronomical Society of the Toms River Area

The Astronomical Society of the Toms River Area (A.S.T.R.A.) is open to anyone who
is interested in astronomy and space sciences. Members are of all ages and all levels of experience.
Many are novices, some are advanced observers. Beginners are especially welcome.
A.S.T.R.A. is associated with The Robert J. Novins Planetarium
Ocean County College, Toms River, NJ.


Links to ASTRA's Web site Pages

Become a Member  - Archived "Astral Projections" - ByLaws - Club Contacts

  Club Loaner Telescopes Library of Books & DVD'sGallery & Event Photos - ASTRA Wear

 
Members Astronomy Items for SaleLinks to Astronomy Related Sites  




Message Boards - Members and non-members, check for the latest information on ASTRA's events and post questions.

Meetings, Events, and Star Party Schedule - See what ASTRA has planed for this year.

Directions to our Meetings & Observing Sites - Find out where to go and how to get there.

The Night Sky Planner - Check out what astronomical objects to observe tonight.

Coyle Field Observing Weather -
Find out what the weather conditions are for observing in South-East New Jersey.

September 2010 Celestial Events - supplied by J. Randolph Walton - See a list of astronomical events for this month.







 




Next Meeting

September 10th

September Meeting "Presentation on Comets & Lunar Eclipse By Richard Mack" + Public Star Party

Richard Mack will give a presentation on Comets & Lunar Eclipse.
In addition, preparation for the Science is FUNdamental collaborative program of the NJ Center for the Book
and the Monmouth County Library System scheduled for Sunday, September 26, 2010.
Snacks will be served for ASTRA members and telescopes will be setup outside for observing after sunset.


ASTRA members observing at the Lighthouse Camp, Summer of 2010

HOW TO JOIN ASTRA

Print this  Membership sign up form , fill in the information and mail it to the address enclosed,
or bring it in to the next meeting.

Dues are $30.00 for a new membership and $25.00 for a returning membership. The additional $5.00 for the new membership will go to the Clubs telescope fund.

 Visitors are always welcome at meetings. It's not necessary to pay dues immediately; many people attend several meetings
before deciding whether or not to join.

Available Membership Privileges


If you'd like to help support A.S.T.R.A., you can always make a donation to our club
"Please make checks payable to A.S.T.R.A." and mailing it to the address given below,

A.S.T.R.A.
Robert J. Novins Planetarium
Ocean County College
P.O. Box 2001
Toms River NJ 08754-2001

You may also call the 
ASTRA Hotline 609-971-8493 or e-mail one of ASTRA's Administrators
listed on our
Club Contacts page and let them know how you would like to help support our club.

Wanted!
No longer used telescopes, parts, and accessories.
Call the ASTRA Hotline at 609-971-8493
We will come and pick-up your used equipment.


"THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT"
Back to ASTRA