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Open Observing Night IX

July 13, 2018 @ 4:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Sharing the night sky at the MPG Softball Field

Join us for our open observing night, at the Milford Proving Grounds. No telescope required, just make sure you dress for the weather. Note that there is no power on site, so if your scope needs power, bring a battery. Everyone is welcome, so bring your friends and family.

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See attached for details: MPG Open Observing Night & Waiver

Note that non-GM employees will be asked to sign a waiver.

Details

Date:: July 13, 2018
Time:: 4:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Event Category:: Open Observing

Organizer

: GMAC
Phone: 2486051351
Email: tglicata@gmail.com

Venue

: MPG Softball Fields
: 13120 Commerce Rd
Milford, MI 48380 United States + Google Map
Phone: +1 586 709 5888

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