Pontchartrain Astronomy Society

Joshua M. Groetsch, MD, a New Orleans area ophthalmologist, will discuss common ocular conditions that can develop over time, including cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration and floaters, at 7 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 7, at the East Bank Regional Library, 4747 W. Napoleon, Metairie. He will explain how to prevent them, and what management and treatment options are available should they arise. He says that optimizing one’s ocular health and maintaining one’s vision are key to enjoying starry night skies. Dr. Groetsch is also an avid wide-field astrophotographer. He will discuss and share photos of auroras, comets and the Milky Way taken locally and around the world.

The Pontchartrain Astronomy Society was founded in 1959 and currently has a roster of nearly 150 members from South Louisiana and South Mississippi. The society’s members come from many walks of life and have diverse interests in amateur astronomy. The goal of the society is to enhance the study and enjoyment of astronomy among its members and to promote an understanding and appreciation of astronomy in the community. Each meeting features a speakers who talks on the subject of astronomy.