Stargazing in the Park

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Gather in the Palmerston Lions Heritage Park after sunset for a night of observing the planets and celestial objects.

There will be a telescope and binoculars on hand, but attendees are encouraged to bring their own equipment if they wish.

Town of Minto Playgrounds COVID – 19 - Rules for the Use of Halls and Auditoriums

These rules are to ensure the safety of all users and to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

Entrance Restrictions and Requirements

• If you are experiencing any of the following you are prohibited from using the facility:

o Symptoms of COVID-19 as listed on Health Unit website

o Close contact with a confirmed or probably COVID-19 case

o Travel outside of Canada in the past 14 days

o Instructions from local public health authorities to self-isolate due to travel or contact history

• Gatherings of up to 50 or are permitted to ensure physical distancing; religious services and ceremonies of up to 90 are permitted

• Renter is required to take attendance and collect basic contact information

• Follow protocols required by the Province, Health Unit, and any other regulatory body

Physical Distancing

• Maintain a distance of at least 2 metres or 6 feet from other people (excluding members of the same household)

Equipment & Structures and Objects

• The hall, its amenities and surrounding objects are being sanitized before and after each rental

Hand Hygiene

• Hand sanitizer is in place at the facilities

• Hands should be wiped clean before applying the hand sanitizer

• Perform hand hygiene: 1) Upon arrival; 2) Upon leaving

Use of Non-Medical (homemade masks)

• Wearing a non-medical mask (handmade cloth mask) or facial covering is required unless seated and physically distanced

Food and Beverage

• Food and beverage are permitted to be consumed if seated and physically distanced

• Food service cafeteria-style and pre-plated are permitted; no buffet-style

• Refer to Health Unit guide to hosting special events guidance document

Subject to Change

• These rules are subject to change

• The facilities may be closed if unsafe social distancing is observed

Assumption of Risk

• By booking and/or using any facilities and/or publicly accessible spaces you voluntarily assume all risks including any risk of injury, loss, damage, and possible exposure to a communicable disease, including COVID-19.

Links

• Town of Minto town.minto.on.ca
• Eventbrite Registration eventbrite.com

Organizer

Gordon Duff

Gordon has had a life long interest in astronomy. He will give a Sky Tour and pass along information concerning the night sky and backyard observing.