In Conversation: Chris Hammer on The River (VIC)
Tue 08 July at 6:00PM
Readings Hawthorn, 687 Glenferrie Rd, Hawthorn VIC 3122
Join us to hear Chris Hammer in conversation about his bestselling classic book, The River.
When Galaxies Collide: Keynote Presentation by Dr Lisa Harvey-Smith at Sydney Science Festival 2018
Lisa Harvey-Smith presenting at Sydney Science Festival 2018
In this lively and engaging talk, Lisa Harvey-Smith describes how a future collision between our own galaxy, the Milky Way, and its nearest neighbour will bring dramatic changes to our night sky – including radiant bursts of star formation, coalescence of supermassive black holes and the ignition of dragon-like jets of gas that tear through space at almost the speed of light. But don’t worry – it’s not going to happen for at least 3.8 billion years!
Professor Lisa Harvey-Smith is a multi-award winning astronomer, science communicator and television presenter best known for ABC’s popular science series Stargazing Live. Lisa is a master at presenting complex subject-matter in a relaxed and humorous way. This talk is suitable for all ages.
Schedule:
6–6.30pm: Book signing and cash bar
6.30–8pm: Keynote presentation in Powerhouse Theatre
Upcoming Events
Author Talk: Chris Hammer on The River (SA)
Thu 10 July at 6:30PM
Burnside Library, 401 Greenhill Road Tusmore, SA 5065
Learn more about author Chris Hammer's prize-winning non-fiction book about the Murray Darling Basin.
