In the event of overcast skies or inclement weather, we will meet the next day, Wednesday, July 16 from 9-11 p.m.
Bring your picnic blanket and portable chairs, and join the Great Lakes Astrophotography Society for an unforgettable night under the summer sky! Using advanced astrophotography techniques, we'll capture breathtaking images of some of the most awe-inspiring celestial phenomena of the season.
About GLAS
GLAS (Great Lakes Astrophotography Society) is a Northeast Ohio-based non-profit organization dedicated to generating excitement and enthusiasm for science and engineering by teaching the public how to explore the night sky using cutting edge astrophotography techniques.
About the Co-Founders
Sal Oriti is a mechanical engineer with 23 years of experience in aerospace power system research. He has a degree from Ohio Northern University in Mechanical Engineering. In addition to astrophotography, his other hobbies include RC aircraft, robotics, 3-D printing, and personal computing. He resides in Westlake with his family.
Christopher McDonnell owns and operates OpsShare, a data management, reporting, and analytics firm serving schools across Ohio. He has a bachelors in Urban Studies and a Masters in Public Administration from Cleveland State University. In addition to astrophotography, his other hobbies include Jiu Jitsu, guitar, eastern philosophy, hiking, and traveling. He resides in Westlake with his three children.
