ASTRA

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.
The objective of A.S.T.R.A. is to provide an open forum for those interested in astronomy to explore all aspects of this fascinating science.
While A.S.T.R.A. is based in Ocean County, many members come from surrounding counties, and several live out of state. There is no geographical restriction, and a number of members belong to more than one club. See our Links to Astronomy Sites for more information about related organizations.

Next Meeting

Due to renovations at the Planetarium, ASTRA Meetings will start at 7:00pm at Ocean County College in the College Center Solar Lounge Bld # 15 (Campus Map)

July 10th - Famous Astronomers of the 17th Century. presented by Rich Brady

Upcoming Events

June 27th St. Michael the Archangel Church
(3402 Woodfield Ave. Wall Twp. NJ 07719 next to the Wall Central School).
"ASTRA members only"
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Check our message boards for the latest information on our Star Parties and Outreach Events.

Recent Events

Cloverdale Farm Star Party March 21st 2009

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. If you have trouble accessing the file,
hit cancel when it asks for User Name. It will then load.

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 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

Subscription to the club newsletter, Astral Projections
The use of our club telescopes (after training) and the use of our library of Books & DVD's
Membership in the Astronomical League, a national organization of astronomy clubs. They offer discounts on books, observing awards and a quarterly newsletter, The Reflector.
membership in the Night Sky Network and use of our outreach kits.
And much much more.

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 Robert J. Novins Planetarium at 732-255-0343 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.

"THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT"