The Seattle Astronomical Society is
an organization created and sustained by people who share a common
interest in the observational, educational, and social aspects
of amateur astronomy. Established in 1948, the SAS is a diverse
collection of over 200 individuals. A variety of programs and
activities is presented by the SAS throughout the year. Monthly
meetings feature speakers on a wide range of topics, from the
Hubble Space Telescope to electronic imaging to personal observing
experiences. The club holds public observing "star parties"
at Green Lake every month, dark sky observing parties outside
Seattle, plus such activities as meteor watches, public telescope
and astronomy displays, National Astronomy Day, and an annual
Awards Banquet.