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Pluto Discussion

Monday, February 25th, 2008

On Tuesday, February 26 at 7pm, the Fairborn Community Library is hosting a talk entitled: “Is Pluto a Planet, or Isn’t It?” Presenter Patrick Craig, president of the WSU Astronomy Club, will explore the implications of Pluto’s demotion. You’ll hear about the controversy surrounding Pluto’s status, and the decision taken by the Internation Astronomical Union to downgrade Pluto to”dwarf planet.” You’ll also hear about the space probe New Horizons. Audience participation is welcome. The talk is sponsored by the Friends of the Fairborn Library. Light refreshments will be provided.

To get your juices flowing and ready for the presentation, check out these websites:

International Astronomical Union

NASA’s website on Pluto (with images)

New Horizons Website