Start of IYA 2009

So, here we are, finally, it is the 30th December 2008 and in another day 2009 will finally be upon us. Many astronomers from around the world have planned for the event of the century, the International Year of Astronomy 2009, chosen to commemorate the 400th anniversary of the telescope.

In a few days I will be celebrating IYA 2009 in a different way, I will be presenting a workshop for teachers on astronomy education at an annual teaching conference I attend each year. But this will be a special one, I have a very special friend coming over from Bucharest, to attend with me and we will then be travelling over to attend the IAU 260 Symposium in Paris where we will both be providing presentations. A very exciting time indeed and can’t wait!!!