Virtual Star Party
ZoomWe'll be observing Summer Triangle objects and more, possibly including the Moon, Jupiter, and Saturn if they are not obscured by houses or trees. Chad Leader and Conrad Terrill will… Read More »Virtual Star Party
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Officers’ Meeting
ZoomSeptember Meeting: Using Gravitational Lenses as Natural Telescopes
ZoomDr. Tim Hamilton, professor of physics and director of the Clark Planetarium at Shawnee State University, will present a lecture entitled "Using Gravitational Lenses as Natural Telescopes." This event is… Read More »September Meeting: Using Gravitational Lenses as Natural Telescopes
Draconid Meteor Shower
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… Read More »Draconid Meteor Shower
Astronomy Day
Astronomy Day is a biannual event held in the United States and other countries. It is intended to promote interest in astronomy and interaction between the general public and various… Read More »Astronomy Day
Orionid Meteor Shower
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… Read More »Orionid Meteor Shower
October Meeting: The Curious Incident of the Neutron Star Crashing at Night
ZoomDr. Maria Hamilton, professor of physics at Marshall University, will present a lecture entitled "The Curious Incident of the Neutron Star Crashing at Night." Dr. Hamilton is the recipient of… Read More »October Meeting: The Curious Incident of the Neutron Star Crashing at Night
Taurid Meteor Showers
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… Read More »Taurid Meteor Showers
Taurid Meteor Showers
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… Read More »Taurid Meteor Showers
Officers’ Meeting
ZoomLeonid Meteor Shower
The Leonids usually produce 10–15 meteors per hours. They will peak on the morning of November 17.
November Meeting: Fantastic Beasts and Why You Can’t Find Them
ZoomSue Bassett will present a lecture entitled "Fantastic Beasts and Why You Can't Find Them: An Astronomical View of Ice Age Extinctions." This event is free and open to the… Read More »November Meeting: Fantastic Beasts and Why You Can’t Find Them