09/17/10 bdb local, area

HAYS, Kan. -- In recognition of "International Observe the Moon Night," the Fort Hays State University Astronomy Club, Kappa Delta Phi and the Science and Mathematics Education Institute will host a moon viewing and presentation from 8 to 10 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 17, in Tomanek Hall, room 106.

The presentation will cover the history, myths and features we can see on the moon. Along with the presentation, the Astronomy Club will serve Tang, a drink specifically created for astronauts, and will have a crater activity where participants will create craters in flour to examine their structure.

The event is open to the public. For more information, contact Dr. Paul Adams, Anschutz Professor of Education and professor of physics, at 785-628-4538.