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MOON: 90% Waxing GibbousAs 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.
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International Astronomy & Space Science Olympiad (IASSO 2021-22) is planned by the emerging educational organisation Astronomy World: Education & Research Organization. Astronomy & Space Science Olympiad is all About the natural science discipline that studies space and celestial bodies such as stars, planets, meteors and galaxies. It also refers to the study of the matter […]
Our Dark Sky Site is just that – really dark. Please come join us for some pleasant time under the Kansas stars, with some good ‘ol KC BBQ, a few good speakers, and perhaps some historical side trips. Electrical hook-ups are free. October 7-10, 2021 at our Dark Sky Site, 75 miles south of Kansas […]
8th October 2021 : Virtual presentation by ZOOM In this presentation Will summarises our current understanding of the outer planets in our Solar System and their most interesting natural satellites using recent imagery from telescopes and spacecraft. The atmospheres, interiors and local space environments of the gas and ice giant planets will be discussed along […]
Please visit our website to register. During this talk Jonathan will share several examples of the lessons learned from his narrowband-imaging and processing experience. First, an example of how to balance sensor and equipment limitations using a few test images in order to maximize practical SNR. Then, strategies to improve acquisition efficiency and image quality […]
Hamptons Observatory and Guild Hall are pleased to bring you this free, virtual presentation by Egyptologist, Dr. Colleen Darnell, who will discuss how astronomy influenced the belief system, art and life in ancient Egypt. From the earliest religious compositions in ancient Egypt, the Pyramid Texts, stars were an important part of their funerary beliefs. Not […]
Dr. Emily Levesque of the University of Washington will give a free, illustrated, non-technical lecture on: ”The Last Stargazers: Behind the Scenes in Astronomy” On line at YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/SVAstronomyLectures The talk is part of the Silicon Valley Astronomy Lecture Series (through Foothill College), now in its 22nd year. A bird that mimicked a black hole. […]
Our Basic Star Party is perfect for introducing the night sky to youth and adults. Gardner Camp has the best viewing sky in the entire region. We kick off the party inside our amazing StarLab planetarium where groups can fly to Mars and the Moon as well as view videos and animations of night sky […]
A hike with emphasis on the fall sky above and the natural environment at night. The hike is not stroller friendly, and wear protective hiking clothing. Star charts will be provided. Binoculars and flashlights and smartphones are recommended. UV flashlights will give you another window on nocturnal species (pink possums!). Check in will be between […]
Tonight, we have a rare opportunity as Rodney Buckland and David Rees explain how we can have free access to the Open University robotic telescope situated under the clear dark skies of Tenerife. And as a SPECIAL BONUS they have managed to book a slot so we can observe several stunning objects in real time. […]
Over the winter, the Florida State Parks welcome the Escambia Amateur Astronomers to lead stargazes for campers and the public biweekly at Big Lagoon State Park. We hand out star charts, conduct constellation tours, observe the moon, satellites, planets and deep sky objects, depending on moon phase. We teach beginners to use their smartphones for […]
Join the team from Highland Astronomy Tours for this one of their popular “Star Stories” family-friendly stargazing and storytelling events, held in collaboration with Abriachan Forest Trust. Each themed event includes an inspiring talk on an astronomical topic, storytelling by a guest storyteller and weather permitting stargazing and observing using binoculars or telescopes. Bookings for […]
AAVSO's 2021 in-person Annual Meeting will be held at The Row Hotel, located just outside Boston, MA. The Annual Meeting includes a reception with an opening speaker Friday night, and two full days of keynote speakers, presentations, poster sessions, and observing section discussions, ending with a banquet Sunday night. There will also be a 2 […]
NOTE: Please visit our website to register. Enjoy the wonders of the universe as seen through the “eyes” of the KAS Remote Telescope, located under the dark skies of southeastern Arizona. Participants will enjoy views of deep-sky objects captured fresh off the system’s CCD cameras in Arizona, transmitted directly to you via the internet on […]
