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Lunar Eclipse Sept. 27-28 Show us your pictures! Moderators: Mike Simmons, Zoe Chee	0 Topics	0 Replies	No Posts
Aristarchus Campaign - Mercury Transit Have questions about how to view Mercury cross the Sun's disk? Ask here! Moderators: Mike Simmons, Zoe Chee, Lorena Aristizabal	2 Topics	0 Replies	Last Post: Preguntas frecuentes ... by Lorena Aristizabal 1 year 1 month ago
Moon / Mercury Conjunction On Sunday October 11, there will be a conjunction between a sliver moon and the planet Mercury. Look eastward just before sunrise to catch this beautiful sight, however, it will be very challenging as this event is very close to the horizon while the sun is rising.	1 Topics	0 Replies	Last Post: Will you join in? by Zoe Chee 1 year 7 months ago
Variable Star Observing Variable stars vary in brightness. For those who already know the night sky or want to more about the night sky, this program will help you contribute to real scientific research. Submit your questions, observations or comments about Variable stars here.	1 Topics	4 Replies	Last Post: Variable Star Projec ... by Sebastian Otero 1 year 1 month ago

Astronomy Around the World

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Africa For Astronomers and Clubs in Africa Moderators: Mike Simmons, Andee Sherwood, Andrew Fazekas, Zoe Chee	2 Topics	3 Replies	Last Post: Astronomical Society ... by pascal owusu Damoah 3 months 6 days ago
Asia For Astronomers and Clubs in Asia Moderators: Mike Simmons, Andee Sherwood, Andrew Fazekas, Zoe Chee	1 Topics	3 Replies	Last Post: Careers in Astronomy by pramodhbraj 1 week 2 days ago
Australia For Astronomers and Clubs in Australia Moderators: Mike Simmons, Andee Sherwood, Andrew Fazekas, Zoe Chee	0 Topics	0 Replies	No Posts
Europe For Astronomers and Clubs in Europe Moderators: Mike Simmons, Andee Sherwood, Andrew Fazekas, Zoe Chee	8 Topics	31 Replies	Last Post: Astronomers from the ... by Arunas Tupciauskas 2 months 4 days ago
North America For Astronomers and Clubs in North America Moderators: Mike Simmons, Andee Sherwood, Andrew Fazekas, Zoe Chee	2 Topics	4 Replies	Last Post: Congratulations NASA ... by David Clancy 8 months 3 weeks ago
South America For Astronomers and Clubs in South America Moderators: Mike Simmons, Andee Sherwood, Andrew Fazekas, Zoe Chee	0 Topics	0 Replies	No Posts

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	Pre-Sales Questions Ask about any of the items available in our store. Moderators: Mike Simmons, Liz Sanders, Jen Vasquez	1 Topics	2 Replies	Last Post: Filters by William and Jena 6 months 1 week ago
	Post-Sales Questions Ask how-to and we'll answer or refer you to someone who can help. For problems with any product please email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Moderators: Mike Simmons, Liz Sanders, Jen Vasquez	1 Topics	2 Replies	Last Post: AWB 'ONESKY' TELESCO ... by Jai S 11 months 2 weeks ago

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