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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240408T140400
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UID:1573-1712585040-1712593980@greenbeltastro.org
SUMMARY:Solar Eclipse Viewing
DESCRIPTION:Weather permitting\, the Astronomical Society of Greenbelt will provide safe telescope views of the April 8 solar eclipse at the City of Greenbelt Observatory.  The eclipse starts at 2:04 pm\, reaches its maximum of 89% at 3:20 pm\, and ends at 4:33 pm.  Eclipse glasses will be distributed while supplies last. \nThe event is open to members and non-members of all ages at no cost. We provide a fun\, family-friendly environment for learning about the universe. This is a great way to meet other astronomers in the community. And\, if you are new to the hobby\, members are always willing to help you learn how to use your telescope. \n\nIn accordance with Prince George’s County guidelines\, masks are voluntary.
URL:https://greenbeltastro.org/event/solar-eclipse-viewing/
LOCATION:City of Greenbelt Observatory\, 8101 Northway Road\, Greenbelt\, MD\, 20770\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eclipses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240223T140400
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240223T163300
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CREATED:20240224T033200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240224T033200Z
UID:1547-1708697040-1708705980@greenbeltastro.org
SUMMARY:Solar Eclipse
DESCRIPTION:Although the solar eclipse will be total over parts of the US\, Greenbelt\, MD\, is not on the path of totality. From here\, the sun will appear 87.5% covered at maximum. The eclipse will begin at 2:04 pm and end at 4:33 pm\, with coverage reaching the maximum at 3:20 pm. \nThe Astronomical Society of Greenbelt will host an event at the City of Greenbelt Observatory\, where observers can safely view the sun with special glasses and solar filters on the telescope. Check back closer to the date for more information on the event.
URL:https://greenbeltastro.org/event/solar-eclipse/
LOCATION:City of Greenbelt Observatory\, 8101 Northway Road\, Greenbelt\, MD\, 20770\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eclipses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T143800
DTSTAMP:20260426T054410
CREATED:20230913T154356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230913T154356Z
UID:1453-1697284800-1697294280@greenbeltastro.org
SUMMARY:Partial Solar Eclipse Party
DESCRIPTION:A partial solar eclipse will be visible from Greenbelt on Saturday\, October 14. The Astronomical Society of Greenbelt will be hosting a viewing party at the Greenbelt Observatory. This event is free and open to the public. \nThe eclipse begins at noon when the moon’s edge starts to move between the earth and the sun. The maximum coverage of 41% occurs at 1:19 PM. The last bit of the moon to cover the sun leaves at 2:38 PM. The eclipse will be an annular eclipse for viewers in the southwestern US. \nThe ASG has eclipse glasses that allow you to view the eclipse safely. These will be provided for free to the first 100 people to arrive at the observatory. Do not look at the eclipse without protective glasses\, as serious eye damage can occur.
URL:https://greenbeltastro.org/event/partial-solar-eclipse-party/
LOCATION:City of Greenbelt Observatory\, 8101 Northway Road\, Greenbelt\, MD\, 20770\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eclipses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230713T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230713T235900
DTSTAMP:20260426T054410
CREATED:20230711T015402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T180336Z
UID:1426-1689285600-1689292740@greenbeltastro.org
SUMMARY:Northern Lights Watch Party
DESCRIPTION:High-intensity solar winds may cause displays of the Aurora Borealis—also known as the Northern Lights—that will be visible in Maryland as far south as Annapolis this week. Due to requests from the community\, we will be holding a Northern Lights watch party at the Greenbelt Observatory on Thursday\, July 13\, 10:00 pm–midnight\, weather permitting. \nMembers of the Astronomical Society of Greenbelt will be on hand to answer any questions. \nThis event is free and open to the public. \nPlease note: The forecast from NOAA has changed\, and the new forecast shows little chance of the aurorae being visible in our area. We will still host the party as scheduled\, but people should temper their expectations.
URL:https://greenbeltastro.org/event/northern-lights-watch-party/
LOCATION:City of Greenbelt Observatory\, 8101 Northway Road\, Greenbelt\, MD\, 20770\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomical Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221221T164700
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221221T164700
DTSTAMP:20260426T054410
CREATED:20221212T181544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221212T181626Z
UID:1124-1671641220-1671641220@greenbeltastro.org
SUMMARY:Winter Solstice
DESCRIPTION:The winter solstice for the Northern Hemisphere occurs on Wednesday\, December 21\, at 4:47 pm EST (21:47 UTC). The winter solstice is the point in the earth’s orbit when the North Pole is tilted directly away from the sun. It is the shortest day and longest night of the year\, and it marks the beginning of winter in the Northern Hemisphere. It corresponds to the summer solstice in the Southern Hemisphere.
URL:https://greenbeltastro.org/event/winter-solstice-2/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Astronomical Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211222
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211223
DTSTAMP:20260426T054410
CREATED:20211027T033519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211027T033519Z
UID:473-1640131200-1640217599@greenbeltastro.org
SUMMARY:Ursid Meteor Shower
DESCRIPTION:The Ursids run December 17–26\, but even at their peak before dawn on December 22\, you should only expect to see 5–10 meteors per hour. To make matters worse this year\, the shower will be washed out for much of the night by a waning gibbous moon.
URL:https://greenbeltastro.org/event/ursid-meteor-shower/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Meteor Showers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211221T105800
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211221T105800
DTSTAMP:20260426T054410
CREATED:20211027T034018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211027T034018Z
UID:475-1640084280-1640084280@greenbeltastro.org
SUMMARY:Winter Solstice
DESCRIPTION:Winter begins in the northern hemisphere at the winter solstice at 10:58 AM EST on December 21. This solstice occurs when the earth’s north pole is at its maximum tilt away from the sun. The summer solstice for the southern hemisphere occurs at the same time.
URL:https://greenbeltastro.org/event/winter-solstice/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Astronomical Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211213
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211214
DTSTAMP:20260426T054410
CREATED:20211027T033218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211027T033218Z
UID:471-1639353600-1639439999@greenbeltastro.org
SUMMARY:Geminid Meteor Shower
DESCRIPTION:The Geminid Meteor Shower peaks on the evening of December 13\, but the best viewing will be toward morning on December 14 after the moon has set. This is one of the most active showers of the year\, often producing up to 50 visible meteors per hour in dark areas.
URL:https://greenbeltastro.org/event/geminid-meteor-shower/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Meteor Showers
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211117
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211118
DTSTAMP:20260426T054410
CREATED:20211027T032934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211027T032934Z
UID:469-1637107200-1637193599@greenbeltastro.org
SUMMARY:Leonid Meteor Shower
DESCRIPTION:The Leonids usually produce 10–15 meteors per hours. They will peak on the morning of November 17.
URL:https://greenbeltastro.org/event/leonid-meteor-shower/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Meteor Showers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211104
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211105
DTSTAMP:20260426T054410
CREATED:20211027T032646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211027T032646Z
UID:466-1635984000-1636070399@greenbeltastro.org
SUMMARY:Taurid Meteor Showers
DESCRIPTION:The two Taurid Meteor Showers last for several weeks before and after their peak dates\, but often produce only around 5 meteors per hour\, even at their peak. What makes them worth the effort\, however\, is the fact the they often include a large number of fireballs\, extremely bright\, long-lasting (1–3 seconds) meteors. \nThe South Taurids peak on the evening of November 4\, with the North Taurids following a week later.
URL:https://greenbeltastro.org/event/taurid-meteor-showers/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Meteor Showers
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211104
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211105
DTSTAMP:20260426T054410
CREATED:20211027T032646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211027T032646Z
UID:466-1635984000-1636070399@greenbeltastro.org
SUMMARY:Taurid Meteor Showers
DESCRIPTION:The two Taurid Meteor Showers last for several weeks before and after their peak dates\, but often produce only around 5 meteors per hour\, even at their peak. What makes them worth the effort\, however\, is the fact the they often include a large number of fireballs\, extremely bright\, long-lasting (1–3 seconds) meteors. \nThe South Taurids peak on the evening of November 4\, with the North Taurids following a week later.
URL:https://greenbeltastro.org/event/taurid-meteor-showers/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Meteor Showers
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211021
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211022
DTSTAMP:20260426T054410
CREATED:20210910T190709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210910T190807Z
UID:411-1634774400-1634860799@greenbeltastro.org
SUMMARY:Orionid Meteor Shower
DESCRIPTION:Unfortunately\, the full moon coincides with the peak of the Orionids this year\, which occurs in the early morning of October 21. The radiant point of the Orionids is the club of the hunter Orion. The Orionids usually produce 10–20 meteors per hour.
URL:https://greenbeltastro.org/event/orionid-meteor-shower/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Meteor Showers
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211007
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211010
DTSTAMP:20260426T054410
CREATED:20210910T185338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210910T190154Z
UID:409-1633564800-1633823999@greenbeltastro.org
SUMMARY:Draconid Meteor Shower
DESCRIPTION:The radiant point for the Draconids is the head of the dragon in the constellation Draco. The peak is on the evening of October 8. Unlike most meteor showers\, this one is best viewed in the early evening. This year\, a waxing crescent moon will set during dusk\, so it won’t obscure the shower. The Draconids does not usually produce a lot of meteors\, although in certain years it has featured a surprisingly high number.
URL:https://greenbeltastro.org/event/draconid-meteor-shower/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Meteor Showers
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210728
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210730
DTSTAMP:20260426T054410
CREATED:20210517T021203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210517T021203Z
UID:211-1627430400-1627603199@greenbeltastro.org
SUMMARY:Alpha Capricornids
DESCRIPTION:The Alpha Capricornids are active from July 3–August 15 with a maximum centered on July 28. This shower is not very strong and rarely produces in excess of five shower members per hour. What is notable about this shower is the number of bright fireballs produced during its activity period. \nFor more information on meteor showers\, visit the American Meteor Society.
URL:https://greenbeltastro.org/event/alpha-capricornids/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Meteor Showers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210526T054500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210526T085200
DTSTAMP:20260426T054410
CREATED:20210517T014224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210517T014224Z
UID:209-1622007900-1622019120@greenbeltastro.org
SUMMARY:Lunar Eclipse
DESCRIPTION:A total lunar eclipse will take place on the morning of May 26. Unfortunately\, the moon will set for viewers in the eastern US before totality is reached. The farther west people are in the US\, the more of the eclipse they will be able to see\, with viewers on the West Coast being able to see the entire eclipse. \nEclipse Timetable\nAll times are in Eastern Daylight Time. \n\nPartial umbral eclipse begins: 5:45 am\nTotal eclipse begins: 7:11 am\nTotal eclipse ends: 7:26 am\nPartial umbral eclipse ends: 8:52 am
URL:https://greenbeltastro.org/event/lunar-eclipse/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Eclipses
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210504
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210506
DTSTAMP:20260426T054410
CREATED:20210517T001717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210517T002220Z
UID:205-1620086400-1620259199@greenbeltastro.org
SUMMARY:Eta Aquariids
DESCRIPTION:The Eta Aquariids are a strong shower when viewed from the southern hemisphere. From the equator northward\, they usually only produce medium rates of 10–30 per hour just before dawn. Although the shower is active April 19–May 28\, activity is best around the peak on May 4–5. \nFor more information on meteor showers\, visit the American Meteor Society.
URL:https://greenbeltastro.org/event/eta-aquariids/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Meteor Showers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210421
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210423
DTSTAMP:20260426T054410
CREATED:20210428T052454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210517T002302Z
UID:110-1618963200-1619135999@greenbeltastro.org
SUMMARY:Lyrids
DESCRIPTION:The Lyrids is a medium strength shower that usually produces good rates for three nights centered on the maximum. These meteors also usually lack persistent trains but can produce fireballs. They are best seen from the northern hemisphere where the radiant is high in the sky at dawn. Activity from this shower can be seen from the southern hemisphere\, but at a lower rate. \nThe Lyrids are active April 16–30\, 2021\, with their peak of activity coming on the night of April 21–22. \nFor more information on meteor showers\, visit the American Meteor Society.
URL:https://greenbeltastro.org/event/lyrids/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Meteor Showers
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