Space and Cosmic Ray Physics Seminar

What: James Klimchuk, Naval Research Laboratory will present on "The Mystery of Coronal Loops." I will review the status of coronal loop physics, giving particular attention to recent observations from the TRACE mission and recent ideas concerning the mechanism of coronal heating.

When/Where: Mon, May 12 in the Computer and Space Sciences bldg, rm 2400 at 4:30 p.m. Tea and cookies from 4 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Sponsored by: Department of Physics, University of Maryland and the Institute for Physical Science and Technology, University of Maryland

For more info: Call Mihir Desai at (301) 405-6211 or go to the following website http://space.umd.edu/seminars/Spring_2003_Seminar.htm

For free parking please park in lot DD or anywhere on levels 1-2 in lot B (the big parking garage) after 4.00 pm. Make sure that you park in a spot WITHOUT a parking meter.

Second Earth System Modeling Framework Community Meeting

What: The Second Earth System Modeling Framework (ESMF) Community Meeting will be held at Princeton University on May 15, 2003. The ESMF project is developing a standards-based software framework to improve interoperability in state-of-the-art high-performance weather and climate models. The first release of this system will be presented at the meeting and comments and feedback solicited from the community.

The ESMF team welcomes broad participation from members of the high-performance computing and Earth science communities

When/Where: May 15, 2003, Princeton University, New Jersey

For more Information on the meeting and open registration details: http://www.gfdl.noaa.gov/esmf

Background material on the ESMF project can be found at: http://www.esmf.ucar.edu

Webmasters Meeting

What: ADOBE and PDF: Do you generate PDF documents? Did you know that depending on how you create them, they may not be accessible by everyone? Come hear representatives from Adobe talk about paper to digital solutions, creating accessible forms, and making your PDF documents more accessible.

When/Where: Tues, May 20, from 2 - 3 p.m. in the bldg 3 Goett auditorium.

Special Information Science and Technology Colloquium

What: The Information Science and Technology (IS&T) colloquium will have a special conclusions. The Excellence in IS&T Award ceremony and reception will be held. The Excellence in IS&T award recognizes Goddard employee(s) who best exhibits broad, significant contributions to Goddard programs or projects in the areas of information, science and technology This award also recognizes career achievement or a specific act of exceptional merit. In addition to the award ceremony, Dr Larry Smarr, Director of the California Institute for Telecommunications and Information Technology, University of Calif at San Diego will present on: "Planetary Computing."

When/Where: Wed, May 21 at 3:30 p.m. in the bldg. 3 Goett auditorium

For more info, see: http://isandtcolloq.gsfc.nasa.gov/.

Director's Colloquium

Who: Dr. Steve Adubato, four time winning Emmy award broadcaster, syndicated newspaper columnist author and speaker will reveal his secrets to being a great communicator in a way that will dramatically change the way you talk, listen and connect with others. Dr. Adubato discussion will stem from his new book, Speak from the Heart: Be Yourself and Get Results. What really counts is making an authentic connection with other people, not merely from the intellect, but form the heart.

When/Where: Wed., May 21 in the bldg 3 Goett Auditorium at 10 a.m.

For further information, visit: http://workforce.gsfc.nasa.gov/b2k.html

GEWA Lunchtime Concert

What: Eurest Dinning Services, Ms. Amanda Cobern and staff invites you to enjoy the first Spring time Cookout, while listening to and enjoying the Lunchtime Concert. Ms. Jolyn Laverty Nace (Vocalist) of Management Operations Directorate, Code 200 will open this year's 2003, Lunchtime Concert with songs from the "Big Band" era (Harry James, Tommy Dorsey and Glen Miller).

When/Where: Wed, May 21, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30, at the Building 21, Cafeteria

Upcoming Training

In the IDP Workshop for Supervisors and the IDP Workshop for Employees, many questions have come up around the IDP process. Under OHR's career development page, there is a list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) that have come from both supervisors and employees. These questions have been answered by OHR staff and legal counsel. Please take time to review these FAQs at http://ohr.gsfc.nasa.gov/DevGuide/idp.htm. Questions? Please contact Tracey White.

The view all of the upcoming training courses, visit: http://ohr.gsfc.nasa.gov/DevGuide/Calendar/home.htm

Children Fishing Derby

What: The Goddard Sport Fishing Club is sponsoring their 6th Annual Kids Fishing Derby. Cost is $5 per contestant, bait and beverages included, and prizes for the largest fish are awarded for each age category. At the conclusion of the derby, there will be a picnic for all attendees. Limited fishing equipment is available for loan during the Derby.

When/Where: Saturday, May 31 at 10 a.m. to 12 noon at the Goddard Pond. Space is limited and registration is required.

To register contact: Bobby Patschke at 301-286-6092 or Pete Baltzell 301-286-3602.