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Share the joy of outer space in October with Lucy Hambly

Lucy HamblySeptember 29, 2024September 29, 2024

From two separate meteor showers to Earth’s new mini moon, here are some of October’s most anticipated astronomy events…

Share the joy of outer space in September with Lucy Hambly

Lucy HamblyAugust 31, 2024August 31, 2024

As usual, September will provide many chances for astronomy lovers to learn more about the night sky. 

Share the joy of outer space in July with Lucy Hambly

Lucy HamblyJune 29, 2024June 29, 2024

From the Buck Moon to the kickoff of the Polaris Dawn mission, here are some of July’s most anticipated astronomical phenomena and rocket launches…

Share the joy of outer space in June with Lucy Hambly

Lucy HamblyJune 1, 2024June 1, 2024

Whether you choose to attempt the challenge of viewing the Arietids meteor shower or celebrate the beginning of summer with the June Solstice, this month will be sure to provide…

Share the joy of outer space in May with Lucy Hambly

Lucy HamblyApril 28, 2024April 29, 2024

This month will provide a good balance of natural events and manmade missions. From lunar sample missions to the Flower Moon, here are some of May’s most anticipated astronomical phenomena and rocket launches. 

Canadian observers can experience a total solar eclipse for the first time in over forty years

Lucy HamblyMarch 21, 2024March 21, 2024

The Great North American Eclipse or simply the Great American Eclipse, will be the first total solar eclipse visible in Canada since February 26, 1979. Though total solar eclipses are not incredibly rare…

Share the joy of outer space in March with Lucy Hambly

Lucy HamblyFebruary 29, 2024February 29, 2024

From the March equinox to the implication of a Paschal Full Moon, here are some of March’s most anticipated astronomical phenomena and rocket launches…

Share the joy of outer space in January with Lucy Hambly

Lucy HamblyDecember 30, 2023December 30, 2023

Even though 2023 is now over, our night sky will only continue to provide us with the same exciting new opportunities to experience astronomical history firsthand.

Share the joy of outer space in December with Lucy Hambly

Lucy HamblyDecember 1, 2023December 1, 2023

As the temperatures cool and the winter season slowly begins, our night sky will only continue to provide us with exciting new opportunities to experience the wonder of astronomy firsthand.…

Share the joy of outer space in November with Lucy Hambly

Lucy HamblyNovember 1, 2023November 1, 2023

Though the inevitable cold season is almost upon us, these astronomical events and meteor showers will give us all a chance to get outside and experience the joy of astronomy firsthand.

Share the joy of outer space in October with Lucy Hambly

Lucy HamblySeptember 30, 2023September 30, 2023

From asteroid missions to meteor showers, here are some of October’s most anticipated astronomical phenomena and launches. 

Share the joy of outer space in September with Lucy Hambly

Lucy HamblyAugust 31, 2023September 1, 2023

September 22 is the date of the autumnal equinox. In the Northern Hemisphere, this day marks the transition between the end of summer and the beginning of autumn.

Share the joy of outer space in August with Lucy Hambly

Lucy HamblyJuly 30, 2023July 30, 2023

Whether you choose to photograph the Perseids meteor shower, support the Crew-7 crew, or observe the Blue Moon; there is something in astronomy for everyone this month.

Share the joy of outer space in July with Lucy Hambly

Lucy HamblyJune 29, 2023June 30, 2023

July is the most active month of the year for the Delta Aquariids meteor shower. There will be a slow but consistent rate of 25 meteors per hour between July 12 to August 23, and the shower will be most active on July 30.

Art in the Park continues the tradition of a family-friendly day of artists and talent

Lucy HamblyJune 10, 2023June 10, 2023

Said Mattreya Moore, a high-school volunteer attending the event. “It’s a really great community, and I’m glad that we can do this every year.”

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