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Events for 2008

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Exploring the Stars. October 15, 2007 — December 13, 2008

Description	Western is offering free star gazing nights three times a week throughout the fall and winter. Following a main presentation, participants will be given a tour of the observatory, and have the option of being led through related hands-on or computer activities. Presentation topics include: Life in the Universe, Our Solar System, Stars, Galaxies, Missions to Space, Comets & Asteroids and the Earth/Moon System. Weather permitting, visitors can also use the observatory's telescopes under the guidance of members of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada. "Exploring the Stars" will be offered on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday evenings, October 15 to December 13, and January 14 to April 17. Two open houses will be held this year as well, on Friday, October 26 and Friday, November 30, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. For more information or to make reservations, please visit www.astro.uwo.ca/exploringthestars or call 519-661-3183.
Category	Community
Location	Hume Cronyn Memorial
Website	http://www.astro.uwo.ca/exploringthestars
Contact	519-661-3183

Magic of Insects. January 19, 2008 — June 29, 2008

Description	Learn about the magic of insects and get up close and personal with real live specimens! From the Montreal Insectarium.
Category	Children's Programs
Location	London Reg. Children's Museum
Website	http://www.londonchildrensmuseum.ca
Contact	Jo Jennings

Country Cruizin. May 15, 2008 — June 15, 2008

Description	A monthly celebration of the automobile... every Thursday from 6pm till dusk (weather permitting) Admission by donation, food,fun, draws, in support of SARI ( Special Ability Riding Institute)
Category	Other
Location	Fleetwood Farms London, Ontario
Website	http://www.countrycruizin.com
Contact	Walt Grieve

Description	On Sunday, June 8th, 2008, people of all ages and abilities can participate in London's Wheels In Motion event to raise money and support those in our community with spinal cord injury. Enter the 2.5K or 5K and wheel, walk or run. You can also enter a team of five into the fun and exciting Scotiabank Wheelchair Challenge. Teams will compete in a wheelchair relay and gain a better understanding of issues that people living with spinal cord injury face in their day-to-day lives. Since the inception of Rick Hansen Wheels In Motion in 2003, Canadians have raised more than $7.6 million. These funds have supported more than 700 quality of life projects in communities across Canada to provide solutions for men, women and children with spinal cord injury. Funds raised have also been directed to support research in search of a cure.
Category	Community
Location	Wolseley Barracks
Website	http://www.wheelsinmotion.org
Contact	Melissa Beilhartz

Cosi. June 13, 2008 — June 21, 2008

Description	"Cosi" is a humorous look at a serious subject about a young, first-time director thrilled to land a job with a small show. The trouble is Lewis has mental patients for a cast! Working with this offbeat group with big-time ambitions that far outweigh their talents, he is determined to overcome the odds. Mayhem reigns, but "Cosi" proves that taking the wildest risk can end up earning the greatest reward.
Category	Performing Arts
Location	The Palace Theatre, 710 Dundas St. London ON
Website	http://www.londoncommunityplayers.com
Contact	Box Office 519-432-1029

Fridge Door Live Theatre Camp. June 30, 2008 — July 4, 2008

Description	Theatre Camp for kids, Gr. 3-5. Experience various elements of theatre while working on a production that will be presented for friends and family on the Friday evening. Register online or in person. Info online or call 519-473-3210.
Category	Children's Programs
Location	Byron Community Church, 336 Glenrose, London, N6K 2A8
Website	http://www.fridgedoorlive.com
Contact	Len Cuthbert