A new astro-convention event is scheduled for this autumn. The Yearbook of Astronomy convention is being organised by Brian Jones, who is now the Editor of the Yearbook, which for many years was edited by Sir Patrick Moore. The event will be held on Saturday 29 October, at the Idle and Thackley Conservative Club in Idle, Bradford.

There is a programme of four speakers,  including; Rod Hine, the brilliant Peter Rea, and Mary McIntyre. The cost is £17.50, which includes a buffet lunch; there is also a bar.  It is hoped with enough interest, the convention will become an annual event. Those of you who purchased a copy of YOA 2022 will have noted a feature by society member John McCue, who will become an annual contributor to YOA.

Brian and John and all those involved are obviously keen to make a success of the convention, unfortunately the date, which is in the Half Term period, will in all probability clash with an event at Whitby Youth Hostel hosted by WDAS (having last month stated month that it would'nt clash with any events) and therefore Mark D will regrettably not be able to attend. If you are interested in attending the convention please go direct to the link below. 

For details, see www.starlight-nights.co.uk/yearbook-of-astronomy-convention-2022/