A NASA-sponsored astronomy program for 9-14 year-olds will be held this summer at the Nahant Public Library and at East Point Solar Observatory.

The program will begin the week of Monday, July 9, and run for six weeks, through the week of Monday, August 13. Two approximately 1 1 hour sessions will be offered each week; one for each of two age groups. The exact dates and times will be decided after registration.

The program will feature several lessons and hands-on projects covering the Earth, Solar System, the Milky Way, and other galaxies.

The activities will be supervised by Mary Ann Szatkowski, science teacher at the Swampscott Middle School, assisted by high-school aged student aides. Program staff also includes Dr. Luke Conlin of Tufts University. The program is free to Nahant and Swampscott residents.

Registration forms are available at the library, or from Peter Foukal at pvfoukal@comcast.net. Limited enrollment will be necessary on a first-come, first-served basis, given the space limitations at the library.

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