Hi folks, our next Halibut Point star party is scheduled for next Saturday night, July 13, from 9:00 to 11:00. Weather permitting, we'll have the first-quarter moon as well as galaxies, nebulae and star clusters, and we'll keep an eye on T Coronae Borealis, the soon-to-explode star everyone is waiting on. Here's a map -- the star is in the little red circle: [image: TCrBLocation.png] I hope you'll join us on the 13th, between 9:00 and 11:00. Please park in the main lot and walk the short distance to the Visitor Center. The first-quarter moon should illuminate the area enough to get around, but if you use a small flashlight please shine it only on the ground, and never at a person or telescope. If you're bringing a scope, setup time is between 8:00 and 8:30. Drive up the gravel road across the street from the parking lot; if the gate is closed, open it and close it behind you. Late arrivals may need to unload equipment and park in the main lot. I will keep an eye on the forecasts, and confirm or cancel right here on Saturday around noon. These can be a lot of fun, so keep your fingers crossed. MPD