May 2025 President’s message
by Linda Bergemann
It is my pleasure to welcome three new members to our Executive Committee: Jay Baccala, elected as Trustee; John Kocur, elected as Member-at-Large; and Francine Jackson as Librarian. Additionally, Jim Hendrickson will add Historian to his current duties of Newsletter Editor and Webmaster. Please thank them for their service to the Society and share any suggestions you may have with them.
Another bright note! I have been informed that Skyscrapers’ member John Briggs will be receiving this year’s G. Bruce Blair Medal from the Western Amateur Astronomers (WAA). WAA is an organization that promotes liaison between astronomical groups and, in general, educates, encourages, and promotes interest in science and astronomy. The G. Bruce Blair Medal is the highest honor which the Western Amateur Astronomers bestow to an individual. It is considered the “Nobel Prize” of amateur astronomy and is awarded only to a living professional or amateur astronomer who has made an important contribution to amateur astronomy. John is a proud member of Skyscrapers (Rhode Island), Springfield Telescope Makers (Vermont) and Magdalena Astronomical Society (New Mexico). John credits receiving this award to his involvement in these organizations through the years. Upon receiving this award, John will join the ranks of Walter Scott Houston, Clyde Tombaugh, Leslie Peltier and other individuals of note. Please join me in congratulating John on his selection for this honor; it is well-deserved.
Until next time,
Linda
401-322-9946
lbergemann@aol.com
