Bob Purser and Sue Barker will present some of the geological diagrams and sections which are used to illustrate geological processes and are used when interpreting geological maps
Observing Nebula And Galaxy Clusters by Owen Brazell. We welcome back Owen who is no stranger to NNHS, he is a keen and experience observer.
The round where the winners from the previous three rounds of our print 'Colour Print' and 'Digital Art Print' competitions vie for the annual trophy. With an invited Judge.
The pond is a very rich ecosystem, with rick pickings for the microscopist. Bring your own samples to look at and share. Guests welcome
This is the evening where we look at member's photos taken for this year's Northamptonshire project - photos of Northamptonshire's Waterways - rivers, streams and canals.
Northampton in the 1930s and 40s looked very different from today... high resolution aerial photographs taken at the time show many intriguing landmarks and buildings which have long since disappeared... there will be an opportunity to examine these aerial photographs in detail on the big screen to show and identify areas of the town as it used to be.
By Robert Christy. Topics connected with the history of the Space Age, tracking satellites or analysing the more-secret aspects of activity in orbit, Guests are welcome to this meeting on this interesting topic
The last meeting of our programme is our annual set subject competition depicting Religious Subjects from any faith. A competition held in honour of Mrs Humfrey's interest in church photography. up to three entries per person, any mix of prints or projected images.
(Science technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) This is an event being run at Northampton University for children in year 6 to 13. we are currently liaising with the University to see what our involvement can be. More information will be provided to section leaders as it becomes available
The annual exhibition of microscopy, including sales, exhibits, talks and photo competition. This is an opportunity to meet with and also to see what's on offer in the way of sales items. why not bring along an exhibit of your own? Sales and exhibits in the morning and lecture in the afternoon. Guests are very welcome.
Telescopic Topics. A meeting comprising member contributions on various astronomy themes. Your chance to show the section observations you have made, equipment you are using or anything else that has interested you enough to share it with the section. if you have a special interest and would like to participate as a speaker please let the secretary know beforehand. Visitors and guests welcome.
A presentation by society President Mike Longman in memory of recently deceased member, Roger Warren. Detailing two of the greatest photographers and scientific instrument makers of the Victorian Age. followed by Leeuwenhoek and his microscopes, a short video and presentation by Mike Gibson.