The Amateur Astronomer's Association of Vadodara (AAAV) is an as assemblage of amateur astronomers engaged in promotion and popularization of astronomy as a hobby, serious observational activities, lecture sessions and opposing the influx of superstitious beliefs like astrology etc. amongst the masses. Since its birth in January 1996, this association is engaged in the following regular activities.. * Holding regular sessions of Night Sky Observation through telescope for general public of the city at the observatory of Sardar Patel Planetarium, Sayaji Baug, Vadodara. * Studies and collection of data of every noticeable events like comets tracking, planets, Sun spots, Occultation, Eclipse, Meteor showers, Variable Stars etc. from our observation site. * Arranging lecture session on various topics of Astronomy and Astrophysics on every Sunday 6.30 p.m. at Sardar Patel Planetarium. * Lecture series on Astronomy for school students at the schools (On Invitation) * Live Planetarium show through computer with various Astronomy software's. (We provide this facility at your place also if invited) * Arranging film show, slide show, exhibition, work-shops, seminars and special observation programs during the Astronomical events of special enthusiasts of the city. * Arranging certificate course containing syllabus on basis of Astronomy, Physics, Observational (Practical) Astronomy, through out the year in three stages with three stages examination (Theory and Practical) (January to April, May to August and September to December)