Category: Astronomy
Share the joy of outer space in January with Lucy Hambly
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
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.…
What’s going on in Stittsville this weekend and next week?
It promises to be a nippy, but sunny weekend just in time for the numerous events taking place in Stittsville for the next few days. From large to smaller events, you will find something for everyone to enjoy. Let’s get started…
Share the joy of outer space in October with Lucy Hambly
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
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
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
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.
Lucy Hambly breaks into the world of STEM
Lucy Hambly claimed her first STEM win recently, being awarded School Champion for the University of Waterloo’s Fryer math contest with other Grade 9 students worldwide.
Share the joy of outer space in June with Lucy Hambly
The month begins with the rising of the full moon of June, also known as the Strawberry Moon, rising at 11:41 PM (Eastern Standard Time) on June 3. This moon is typically the final full moon of the spring season or the first of summer…
Share the joy of outer space in May with Lucy Hambly
Whether you choose to support the Axiom 2 crew on their historic launch or would rather observe Mercury later on in the month, May is full of opportunities for every one of us to learn more about our night sky.
Share the joy of outer space with Lucy Hambly
These events provide chances to experience scientific advancements, witness fascinating astronomical occurrences, and spread information about astronomy with each other.