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Upcoming Astronomy Events
As a service to our community, Sky & Telescope lists astronomy-related events, including star parties, observatory public nights, astronomy talks, and more. Star parties offer dark skies and astronomical fellowship and often cater to families and feature special activities for kids. Public nights give the general public a chance to view the sky through large telescopes, and public talks are a great place to learn the fundamentals of the science and the craft.
You’ll also see online events offered here.
And if you’d like free copies of Sky & Telescope‘s Let’s Go Stargazing flyer or door prizes for your next star party, you can fill out this form.
AAVSO Webinar, with Dr. Sanlyn Buxner: Celebrating Amateur Astronomers Engaging in Exploration, Outreach, and Research
July 10, 2021 @ 2:00 pm - 3:15 pm EDT
Free
Free webinar from 18:00 to 19:15 UT, complete with audience-involved Q & A. Astronomy continues to capture the imagination of individuals across the world. Public engagement is supported and facilitated by a large community of amateur astronomers who not only engage in their personal interests, but provide outreach and engage in important research activities. Dr. Buxner of the Planetary Science Institute will highlight ht the importance of the work done by volunteers of the AAVSO and other organizations, through interviews with 53 individuals from across the spectrum of amateur astronomy. The findings reveal the complexity of how amateur astronomers engage as independent explorers, outreach agents, and researchers. This talk will also include a discussion about how the field is working to enhance diversity, and innovations that occurred as a result of the worldwide lockdown due to COVID.
