Posted by Jesse Clark in News on July 22, 2011
SDSpace submitted this op-ed about the end of the space shuttle program for publication in an upcoming edition of the San Diego Union-Tribune newspaper.
On July 21st in the early morning, Space Shuttle Atlantis touched down at Kennedy Space Center, capping NASA’s 135th and final shuttle mission after 30 years of flight. It also marked the end of an era for the American manned space program.
There are two ways to look at this historic event. Some see the retirement of the space shuttle fleet as bad for America, because it leaves NASA unable to send American astronauts into orbit, giving up our technical lead in space and bringing an end to the manned space program. Others, including many of us at the San Diego Space Society, believe instead that the end of the shuttle program opens up a new beginning for NASA and human space exploration.
Click here for the full text.
Also posted on SignOn San Diego.
Posted by Jesse Clark in Chapter Updates on July 20, 2011
Remember July 20th, 1969? Many of you may not, as it’s been 42 years since the Apollo 11 astronauts walked on the Moon. Enjoy this NASA recap of the event.
Then take a moment to remember all of our amazing achievements in space, then and now, and envision our future!
Posted by Jesse Clark in Calendar, Events on July 18, 2011
August 6, 2011 9:00 am to August 7, 2011 5:00 pm
Columbia Memorial Space Center
12400 Columbia Way
Downey, CA 90242
Another SpaceUp is happening near you! This time in Downey at the Columbia Memorial Space Center (some of you may remember SDSpace took a tour of the facility just after it opened).
Learn more about SpaceUp LA and register today!
Many San Diego Space Society members will be attending both days. To carpool or for other SpaceUp questions, contact events@sdspace.org.
Posted by Jesse Clark in Chapter Updates, Events on July 18, 2011
The Space Travelers Emporium opened it’s doors for the summer South Park Walkabout. We celebrated our first year by sharing a special anniversary cake with visitors. 
They also shook hands and took photos with our Mars Astronaut who strolled around the neighborhood sidewalk while other visitors took their turn driving one of the Rovers in the Mars Yard.
…what was probably the most amazing part of that night (aside from a group of dedicated people who share a common vision of our civilization and space), was just people… the normal people from all over, coming in to see this place! – Connor T.
We arranged a visit by author Dan Linehan who discussed his new book Burt Rutan’s Race to Space and signed a copy for those wanting one of their own. Didn’t get a copy? The Emporium has a few limited editions for sale, so stop by soon while supplies last.
More photos of the evening will be posted soon. (all photos courtesy of Jen Gilman)
Posted by Jesse Clark in Calendar, Events on July 12, 2011
Thu, Jul 14, 2011
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
ANOTHER EARTH
Landmark La Jolla Village Cinemas
8879 Villa La Jolla Drive
La Jolla
In ANOTHER EARTH, a parallel planet has been discovered hidden behind the sun. Everyone living here is also living there. The possibility of meeting oneself is real. The characters in the film find the discovery awe inspiring, frightening and potentially redemptive. The Multiverse concept in the film itself creates innate drama and poses philosophic questions to the audience.
We would like to invite you to see the Alfred P. Sloan Film Award winner ANOTHER EARTH which was also accepted into the World Science Festival, where a panel discussion with Dr. Brian Greene took place.
Click Another Earth Flyer for ticket download details.
Special Q&A with Mike Cahill (Director and Co-Writer) and Brit Marling (Lead Actress and Co-Writer) following the film
