Auburn Astronomical Society Day, 2005
By the Governor of the State of Alabama
A Proclamation
September 10, 2005

WHEREAS, on September 12, 1980 the first meeting of the Auburn Astronomical Society was held and on the agenda was an overview of goals and ambitions for the society; and

WHEREAS, the first star parties were held about five miles south of Auburn, which take place on the weekend nearest the new moon; and

WHEREAS, these star parties provide an excellent opportunity to learn more about astronomy away from the glare of city lights; and

WHEREAS, the Auburn Astronomical Society routinely supports a number of schools throughout the state each year by bringing telescopes to the schools to assist teachers in their endeavors to teach astronomy; and

WHEREAS, September 2005 marks the 25th anniversary of the founding of the Auburn Astronomical Society:

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Bob Riley, Governor of the State of Alabama, do hereby proclaim September 10, 2005, as Auburn Astronomical Society Day in the State of Alabama in honor of their 25th anniversary and in recognition of their contributions to the citizens of this great state.

GIVEN UNDER MY HAND and the Great Seal of the Governor’s Office at the State Capitol in the City of Montgomery on the 10th day of September 2005.

Bob Riley

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