Mike Lynch, Starwatcher, Minnesota Author, Meteorologist & Astronomer
To learn from a professional meteorologist, author and astronomer through an evening under the stars. To learn about the constellations, and how to locate them, plus to learn about the universe. To experience and learn about high-powered telescopes.
Evaluations: 29 total – for both programs. The evaluation forms included the rating scale of "Great, Very Good, Average, Below Average & Poor." Of the 28 patrons that responded to the question of "How would you rate the program?" 14 patrons rated the program "Great" and 14 patrons rated the program "Very Good." Of the 12 patrons who responded to the question "Would you attend another program of this kind if it were offered?" All 12 indicated that "Yes" they would attend another program. Patron responses to "What did you enjoy most about this program? "Learning about things I was already interested in, just never had the time to explore." "It was right in our backyard (almost)." Patron responses to "What did you learn from attending this program?" "What makes a star, how far away they are, the length of time it takes for us to see the light." "I learned where the summer triangle was, also where Polaris, the North Star, is." Patron responses to "Please let us know what you think about this program?" "I thought it was amazing to learn about these things." "What a neat program. Learning something out-of-the-ordinary so close to home."
Pioneerland Library System and Litchfield Public Library, Thresher's Building Facilities; Winsted Public Library, Winsted Public Park. Partner Organization Contribution/Role in the Program: Litchfield Public Library promoted the program and arranged for the location of the program. Winsted Public Library promoted the program and arranged for the location of the program.