What’s up in the pre-dawn sky?
…the bright orange star Arcturus. From there, “speed on to Spica,” another bright star. Wave hello to people in outer space. On several occasions over the next few days, the International Space…
…the bright orange star Arcturus. From there, “speed on to Spica,” another bright star. Wave hello to people in outer space. On several occasions over the next few days, the International Space…
…Carolina, will unveil a new website on January 20, 2020. The website comes a year after the initial 2019 rollout of its new brand identity which included a logo redesign…
…Research shows that there are a number gaps in STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) knowledge and participation among students in rural communities like northeastern North Carolina. Sociocultural and systemic factors…
…view, cutting down on the total number you’ll see. You can still enjoy a meteor viewing outing, as long as you adjust your expectations. Credit: Matt Lochansky Viewing tips: Choose…
…moon rises roughly at mid-day, is high in the sky around sunset, and sets around midnight. So this year’s International Observe the Moon Night might better be called International Observe…
September 20, 2019 By Amy Sayle On Friday, September 20, 2019, from 8 to 10 p.m., you are invited to join Morehead at the House in the Horseshoe state historic site for…
…location at the US Naval Observatory’s Astronomical Applications website. This site provides standard times; add 1 hour to convert to Daylight Time. Also consider doing some viewing pre-dawn on the days…
…at Dorothea Dix Park, when the International Space Station (ISS) is predicted to pass almost directly over the park. That night, watch for the ISS to cross the sky from…
…dark site. Light pollution is less of a factor for viewing a lunar eclipse than for events such as meteor showers. Join us in making eclipse memories. Experience a simulation…
…If you’re viewing from your own yard, consider inviting your neighbors – and asking them to turn off their outside lights. From a reasonably dark site, you may see an…