AL/NASA 35 Years of Hubble February Challenge

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Last month, we discussed the Hubble’s Night Sky Observing Challenge and the January targets announced by the Astronomical League and NASA to celebrate 35 Years of the Hubble Space Telescope

Discover the Universe Like Hubble!

Join the celebration of the Hubble Space Telescope’s 35th anniversary by participating in the Hubble’s Night Sky Observing Challenge!… Continue reading.

February Night Sky Notes: How Can You Help Curb Light Pollution?

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This article is distributed by NASA’s Night Sky Network (NSN).

The NSN program supports astronomy clubs across the USA dedicated to astronomy outreach. Visit nightsky.jpl.nasa.gov to find local clubs, events, and more!

By Dave Prosper Updated by Kat Troche

 

Light pollution has long troubled astronomers, who generally shy away from deep sky observing under full Moon skies.… Continue reading.

What’s Up in Denver? January 20th through 26th, 2025

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

January 20:

The moon reaches apogee (its farthest distance from earth) at 10:00 AM MST, when it’s 251,219 miles away. Look for Venus and Saturn to be less than 3° apart (about two fingers’ width)  in the constellation of Aquarius towards the southwest in the early evening sky.… Continue reading.

DAS & Chamberlin Observatory Host University Park’s Sing & Sleigh Event

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On Sunday December 8, Chamberlin Observatory was a beehive of activity as the University Park Community held their annual Sing & Sleigh event in and around the building on a gorgeous and unseasonably sunny and warm day. Approximately 300 children came to see Santa on the main floor, while volunteers served cookies and hot chocolate outside and Christmas music rang out from two speakers.… Continue reading.

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