: By Dave HuestisOn Monday, August 24, Skyscrapers hosted an Eagle Scout induction ceremony for member Alex T. Bergemann.
It was a wondeful ceremony, with accolades and awards coming from many individuals, including former astronaut Colonel (retired) Sherwood "Woody" Spring who called in to congratulate Alex. Woody also read a congraulatory letter from NASA Administrator Charles Bolden.
: By Dave HuestisThis annual display of the Perseid Meteor Shower willl peak on the night of August 12-13, with the best time to observe as many meteors as possible between midnight and dawn. The Moon is nearly new, providing for the best dark conditions for observing.