Astronomy

The New Year begins with the Quadrantid Meteor Shower, one of January’s most reliable annual meteor displays. While the Quadrantids are capable of producing impressive numbers of meteors, this year’s Full Moon will significantly affect viewing conditions. Even so, patient observers may still catch a few bright meteors — and learn a bit of astronomy history along the way.… Continue reading.

Here’s a brief look at what’s going on in the Mile High City this week.

Here’s a brief look at what’s going on in the Mile High City this week.

Here’s a brief look at what’s going on in the Mile High City this week.

If you watch only one meteor shower all year, make it the Geminids. This shower is predicted to be the strongest of 2025, producing plenty of bright, colorful meteors. With the Moon conveniently out of the way during peak nights, conditions will be near perfect.… Continue reading.

Here’s a brief look at what’s going on in the Mile High City this week.

Last month, we discussed the Hubble’s Night Sky Observing Challenge and the November targets announced by the Astronomical League and NASA to celebrate 35 Years of the Hubble Space Telescope. These organizations have announced a new set of targets for the month of December.… Continue reading.

Here’s a brief look at what’s going on in the Mile High City this week.

Here’s a brief look at what’s going on in the Mile High City this week.

Here’s a brief look at what’s going on in the Mile High City this week.