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SUMMARY:HYBRID – General Meeting – Aug 2023
DESCRIPTION:Title:  Light Pollution and Dark Skies in Southern Arizona and Beyond\n\n\n\nPresentation:  The world at night is lighting up at an alarming rate. A host of ecological and social consequences comes with this rapid environmental change\, but solving this problem is simple and cost effective. In this talk John will review what we know (and don’t know) about light pollution\, how it affects us\, and which mitigation strategies are most effective. From there he will describe an effort to revitalize the Southern Arizona chapter of DarkSky International (DarkSky International was formerly known as the International Dark-Sky Association) and the plans for regional advocacy and action in coming years. \n\n\n\nBio:  John Barentine is the Principal Consultant at Dark Sky Consulting\, LLC\, and was formerly the Director of Public Policy for the International Dark-Sky Association. He earned a Ph.D. in astronomy from the University of Texas at Austin\, and previously held staff positions at the National Solar Observatory\, Apache Point Observatory\, and the Sloan Digital Sky Survey. Throughout his career\, he has been involved in educating the public about science. He is a member of the American Astronomical Society and the International Astronomical Union\, and is a Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society. The asteroid (14505) Barentine is named in his honor. His interests outside of astronomy and light pollution research include history\, art and architecture\, politics\, law and current events. \n \nSpace Station Shot of Earth at Night. Credit: NASA
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/hybrid-general-meeting-aug-2023/
LOCATION:Steward Observatory Lecture Hall (Room N210)\, 933 N Cherry Ave\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85721\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230810T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230810T200000
DTSTAMP:20260506T024036
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SUMMARY:ONLINE – Astronomy Fundamentals Meeting – August 2023
DESCRIPTION:Main Presentation:  \nSolar Eclipses\nPresenter: Connor Justice \nThis month in preparation for the October Annular Eclipse\, Connor Justice will giving an updated talk on Solar Eclipses.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/online-astronomy-fundamentals-meeting-august-2023/
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230901T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230901T203000
DTSTAMP:20260506T024036
CREATED:20230808T053659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230825T041200Z
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SUMMARY:HYBRID – General Meeting – September 2023
DESCRIPTION:Title:  Civil Planetary Defense: The Catalina Sky Survey Needs Your Help Discovering New Asteroids\n\n\n\nThe Catalina Sky Survey (CSS) has been in operation since the late 90’s with the goal of discovering and tracking Near-Earth Asteroids (NEAs). Headquartered in Tucson\, with its primary telescopes on Mt. Lemmon\, CSS plays a major role in Earth’s planetary defense. David Carson Fuls will present CSS’s latest project\, a new citizen science initiative called “The Daily Minor Planet” which gives volunteers the opportunity to review images taken by CSS survey telescopes to discover new asteroids! This project\, much like CSS nighttime operations\, focuses on rapid identification of new objects\, so images are uploaded the day after they are taken. Carson will cover the project in detail and present its initial discoveries since its official launch in May\, ’23. For more info.\, visit: https://www.zooniverse.org/projects/fulsdavid/the-daily-minor-planet \n\n\n\nBio:  David Carson Fuls is the Senior Operations Scientist/Engineer for the Catalina Sky Survey. A graduate of Stephen F. Austin State University (MS physics)\, he has been with CSS since 2015\, and has discovered thousands of asteroids and eight comets that bear his name. The asteroid 1999 UN24 was named in his honor. When not searching for space rocks\, Carson volunteers with the Southern Arizona Rescue Association\, which performs search and rescue missions in the mountains and deserts of southern Arizona. \n\n\n\n\nPhoto: Catalina Sky Survey from Catalina Sky Survey
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/hybrid-general-meeting-september-2023/
LOCATION:Steward Observatory Lecture Hall (Room N210)\, 933 N Cherry Ave\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85721\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230909T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230909T213000
DTSTAMP:20260506T024036
CREATED:20230803T220631Z
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SUMMARY:Stargazing at Aqua Caliente Park
DESCRIPTION:Viewing Location:  Bus Lanes @ North end of Parking Lot\nInformation: Great dark skies in Northeast Tucson.  Star Party open to the Public.  Cost: FREE.  Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association will have several telescopes for astronomical viewing.  We will observe Planets\, Nebulae\, Galaxies\, Star Clusters and lots more.  Great opportunity to look through a variety of telescopes.  Park gate may close before event end time\, so arrive as close to start time as possible. Weather dependent.  For real-time updates\, follow this event on the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association Facebook Events Page (https://www.facebook.com/TucsonAstronomy/). \nFREE but REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. go to: Eventbright and search “Stargazing” and location “Tucson”. These events fill up fast so recommend registering early. Event may not show up until about two months out.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-at-aqua-caliente-park-2/
LOCATION:Agua Caliente Park\, 12325 E Roger Rd\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85749\, United States
CATEGORIES:Star Parties
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230914T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230914T203000
DTSTAMP:20260506T024036
CREATED:20230808T054940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T054326Z
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SUMMARY:ONLINE – Astronomy Fundamentals Meeting – September 2023
DESCRIPTION:Astronomer of the Month:  Maria Mitchell\nPresenter: Connor Justice \nConnor Justice will be presenting on Maria Mitchell for our ongoing astronomer of the month series. \nMain Presentation:  James Webb Space Telescope\nPresenter:  Stephen Ferris  \nStephen Ferris will be presenting on the James Webb Space Telescope for our main topic.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/online-astronomy-fundamentals-meeting-september-2023/
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230922T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230922T210000
DTSTAMP:20260506T024036
CREATED:20230803T221353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230803T221353Z
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SUMMARY:Stargazing @ Saguaro NP – East
DESCRIPTION:Star Party – Saguaro National Park – East\nTucson\, AZ \nGreat dark skies on the East side of Tucson at Saguaro National Park – East.\nStar Party is open to the Public. Event is free but NPS admission fees apply.\nThe Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association will have several telescopes for astronomical viewing. We will observe Planets\, Nebulae\, Galaxies\, Star Clusters and lots more. Great opportunity to look through a variety of telescopes. \nWeather dependent. For real-time updates\, follow this event on the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association Facebook Events Page: (https://www.facebook.com/TucsonAstronomy/).
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-saguaro-np-east-4/
LOCATION:Saguaro National Park EAST\, 3693 S Old Spanish Trail\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85730\, United States
CATEGORIES:Star Parties
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230923T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230923T210000
DTSTAMP:20260506T024036
CREATED:20230803T222652Z
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SUMMARY:Stargazing @ Oracle State Park
DESCRIPTION:Viewing Location: Kannally Ranch House \nTheme for this event: Lunar Discovery \nInformation: Great dark skies just north of Tucson at Oracle State Park. Star Party open to the Public. Admission cost for entrance into Oracle State Park may apply. Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association will have several telescopes for astronomical viewing. We will be primarily observing the Moon but also Planets\, Nebulae\, Galaxies\, and Star Clusters.\nGreat opportunity to look through a wide variety of telescopes. Weather dependent. \nFor real-time updates\, follow this event on the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association Facebook Events Page (https://www.facebook.com/TucsonAstronomy/). There is generally a talk and other events also taking place. Check the Oracle State Park website for additional information. Check TAAA Facebook Page or here for any updates as we get closer.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-oracle-state-park-2/
LOCATION:Oracle State Park\, 3820 E Wildlife Dr.\, Oracle\, AZ\, 85623\, United States
CATEGORIES:Star Parties
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231006T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231006T203000
DTSTAMP:20260506T024036
CREATED:20230808T054024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230929T065219Z
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SUMMARY:HYBRID – General Meeting – October 2023
DESCRIPTION:Title:  Observing The Fall Sky\n\n\n\nMary Turner presents her popular seasonal talk about what to see in the night sky from October to December\, as well as fascinating myths and facts about each object. Included is the Oct. 14th annular eclipse; perhaps the highlight of the next three months. Learn about bright planets\, meteor showers\, and all else accessible\, to the naked eye\, binoculars\, and/or telescopes.  \n\n\n\nBio:  Mary Turner received her Ph.D in Optical Sciences at the University of Arizona (UA). She is currently the Technical Fellow in Optical Design for Edmund Optics\, where she designs custom optical systems for a wide variety of applications\, including camera systems\, machine vision applications\, free-space communications and other laser systems. Additionally. Dr. Turner is a lecturer for the University of California-Irvine\, teaching courses in optical design. She also lectures at UA in aspects of optical design\, including tolerance analysis\, polarization devices and stray light analysis. Throughout her career\, Dr. Turner has taught optical design fundamentals to more than 5000 students around the world. She has also authored chapters in several technical references relating to the field of optical design. \n\n\n\n\nOctober’s meeting will also include information on how to support TAAA’s Outreach missions. Without robust volunteer support\, this mission cannot be accomplished. Bernie Stinger\, School/Public Star Party Manager will discuss the Star Party program\, its process\, how you can become involved\, the rewards of doing outreach\, and what equipment you need. And Jim Knoll will talk about the Tucson Stargazing Adventures (paid star parties)\, a similar process to the School program\, and how you can help accomplish this portion of the TAAA mission.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/hybrid-general-meeting-october-2023/
LOCATION:Steward Observatory Lecture Hall (Room N210)\, 933 N Cherry Ave\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85721\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231007T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231007T210000
DTSTAMP:20260506T024036
CREATED:20230401T150711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230922T000952Z
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SUMMARY:Evening Under the Stars
DESCRIPTION:Evening Under the Stars Observing at the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association (TAAA) Chiricahua Astronomy Complex. Want to stargaze from a dark site where the band of the Milky Way is clearly visible across the sky? You see so many stars it is hard to pick out the constellations. Twice per year\, we open our TAAA Chiricahua Astronomy Complex (Turkey Creek area near Chiricahua National Monument) to the public for an observing session. You can observe through a telescope with a 40″ mirror and see galaxies over 100 million light years away. We will have several large telescopes to observe with. \nOur Fall “Evening Under the Stars” will be Saturday October 7th 2023. The gate will be open at 6:00 pm with activities starting 7:00 pm. Observing will be from 7:00-9:00 pm. Come join us for an exciting evening of astronomical observing. The site is about 90 minutes SE of Tucson near the Chiricahua National Monument. If you have friends/family that live in that area\, let them know. The event is weather dependent. Reservations are required. Please email euts[at]tucsonastronomy.org for reservations and directions. Please include number of people & vehicles in your group\, and email address.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/evening-under-the-stars-6/
LOCATION:Chiricahua Astronomy Complex\, 9315 E Perseus Way\, Pearce\, AZ\, 85625\, United States
CATEGORIES:Star Parties
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231007T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231007T210000
DTSTAMP:20260506T024036
CREATED:20230803T224844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230803T224844Z
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SUMMARY:Stargazing at Catalina State Park
DESCRIPTION:Star Party-Catalina State Park\nTucson\, AZ\nViewing Location: Trailhead Picnic area at end of road inside the park.\nInformation: Great dark skies just north of Tucson at Catalina State Park.  Star Party open to the Public.  Admission cost for entrance into Catalina State Park. \nTucson Amateur Astronomy Association will have 10 telescopes for astronomical viewing.\nWe will observe Planets\, Nebulae\, Galaxies\, Star Clusters and lots more.  Great opportunity to look through a wide variety of telescopes.  Weather dependent.  For real-time updates\, follow this event on the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association Facebook Events Page (https://www.facebook.com/TucsonAstronomy/). \nAdditional details will be posted here and on Facebook as we get closer to the event.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-at-catalina-state-park-2/
LOCATION:Catalina State Park\, 11570 N Oracle Rd\, Catalina\, AZ\, United States
CATEGORIES:Star Parties
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231008T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231008T150000
DTSTAMP:20260506T024036
CREATED:20230803T225431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230803T225431Z
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SUMMARY:Solar Telescope Observing @ Saguaro NP – East
DESCRIPTION:Join the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association (TAAA) and Saguaro National Park – East for some Sun gazing at the park. We will observe the Sun through telescopes with appropriate filters so you will get to see sunspots\, prominences\, flares\, and more.\nThe Sun is nearing its peak in the sunspot cycle so there is lots of activity on its surface. \nThis event is FREE and open to the public.  NPS admission fees apply. \nThe telescopes will be set up at the Bicycle Ramada next to the Visitors Center.  This event will most likely be canceled in the event of clouds/rain.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/solar-telescope-observing-saguaro-np-east/
LOCATION:Saguaro National Park EAST\, 3693 S Old Spanish Trail\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85730\, United States
CATEGORIES:Star Parties
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231012T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231012T200000
DTSTAMP:20260506T024036
CREATED:20230808T055155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230808T055155Z
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SUMMARY:ONLINE – Astronomy Fundamentals Meeting – October 2023
DESCRIPTION:TBD
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/online-astronomy-fundamentals-meeting-october-2023/
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231014T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231014T100000
DTSTAMP:20260506T024036
CREATED:20230803T231759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230803T231759Z
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SUMMARY:Annular Eclipse of the Sun
DESCRIPTION:An Annular Eclipse of the Sun will occur in the late morning traveling from Oregon to Texas. \nIt will pass over Utah and the Four Corners area\, then central New Mexico before entering Texas. \n 
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/annular-eclipse-of-the-sun/
LOCATION:Arizona
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231019T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231019T220000
DTSTAMP:20260506T024036
CREATED:20230829T160718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230829T161302Z
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SUMMARY:Star Hopping Workshop - Oct 19
DESCRIPTION:It will teach Star Hopping. The students will be taught the proper star hopping technique and equipment usage. Each student will use the supplied equipment to locate at least 2 targets (maybe more if time permits). By the end of the workshop the student will know what equipment to use and how to use it in order to locate targets using star hopping.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/star-hopping-workshop-oct-19/
LOCATION:TIMPA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231021T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231021T210000
DTSTAMP:20260506T024036
CREATED:20230803T230130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230803T230533Z
UID:9698-1697914800-1697922000@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:Stargazing @ Canoa Ranch
DESCRIPTION:Join the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association (TAAA) and Pima County Natural Resources Parks and Recreation for some stargazing at Historic Canoa Ranch. We will observe planets\, star clusters\, multiple star systems\, nebulae\, galaxies\, and lots more. \nFREE but REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED: Go to Eventbright and search for stargazing Canoa Ranch. May fill up quickly\, so recommend registering as early as possible (event may not show up in Eventbright until about two months before).
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-canoa-ranch-3/
LOCATION:Canoa Ranch\, 5375 S I-19 Frontage Road\, Green Valley\, AZ\, 85622\, United States
CATEGORIES:Star Parties
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231103T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231103T203000
DTSTAMP:20260506T024036
CREATED:20230808T054249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231016T061627Z
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SUMMARY:HYBRID – General Meeting – November 2023
DESCRIPTION:TAAA’s next general member meeting will be held on Friday\, November 3\, 2023. The Main Presentation will start at 6:30 P.M. This will be a hybrid meeting (both in person and on social media). TAAA members will receive a Zoom link should they wish to attend remotely. The public may attend in person or public streaming is available at: https://www.facebook.com/TucsonAstronomy/. It will be posted to YouTube afterwards.\nPresentation:  The Chinese/Japanese Supernova of 1181 AD Is Weird!\nIn 1181 A.D.\, Chinese and Japanese observers reported a bright Guest Star in the constellation Cassiopeia that was unmoving and visible for 185 days. What was it? If confirmed as a supernova\, it would be the fifth historical supernova to be known. In 2013\, amateur astronomer Dana Patchick discovered a unique nebula surrounding a unique star\, named Pa30\, that was possibly the supernova remnant (SNR) of the Supernova (SN) 1181. Dr. Bradley Schaefer will talk about his research\, using historical evidence\, and current astronomical tools to connect SN1181 and PA30. \nBio: Dr. Bradley Schaefer received his Ph.D in 1983 from Massachusetts Institute of Technology and is Professor Emeritus in the Department of Physics & Astronomy at Louisiana State University. His wide range of interests include many areas of astrophysics\, as well as many aspects of astronomical events in history (e.g. the Crucifixion and the Star of Bethlehem) and in literature. Dr. Schaefer was a member of the Supernova Cosmology Project which led to the discovery of Dark Energy. The paper for the project won the 2011 Nobel Prize in Physics for its leader\, Saul Perlmutter. And\, as one of the prize-winning paper’s co-authors\, Dr. Schaefer received a share of the 2007 Gruber Cosmology Prize\, and the 2015 Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics. \n \nPhoto: Is nebula PA30 a remnant of SN 1181?\nCredit: Astronomer Ron Fessen (observing at MDM on Kitt Peak)
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/hybrid-general-meeting-november-2023/
LOCATION:Steward Observatory Lecture Hall (Room N210)\, 933 N Cherry Ave\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85721\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231104T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231104T203000
DTSTAMP:20260506T024036
CREATED:20230927T053559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230927T053559Z
UID:10408-1699122600-1699129800@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:Stargazing at Aqua Caliente Park
DESCRIPTION:Viewing Location:  Bus Lanes @ North end of Parking Lot\nInformation: Great dark skies in Northeast Tucson.  Star Party open to the Public.  Cost: FREE.  Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association will have several telescopes for astronomical viewing.  We will observe Planets\, Nebulae\, Galaxies\, Star Clusters and lots more.  Great opportunity to look through a variety of telescopes.  Park gate may close before event end time\, so arrive as close to start time as possible. Weather dependent.  For real-time updates\, follow this event on the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association Facebook Events Page: (https://www.facebook.com/TucsonAstronomy/). \nFREE but REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. go to: Eventbright and search “Stargazing” and location “Tucson”. These events fill up fast so recommend registering early. Event may not show up until about two months out.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-at-aqua-caliente-park-3/
LOCATION:Agua Caliente Park\, 12325 E Roger Rd\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85749\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231104T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231104T203000
DTSTAMP:20260506T024036
CREATED:20230927T054758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230927T054936Z
UID:10410-1699122600-1699129800@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:Stargazing at Chiricahua National Monument
DESCRIPTION:Join TAAA for an evening of stargazing to view amazing solar system and deep sky objects from a truly Dark Sky Park. You will see planets\, nebulae\, star clusters\, double stars\, galaxies millions of light years away\, and lots more. We will have several telescopes for public viewing. \nObserving location will be at Faraway Ranch just inside the entrance gate.  Please try to use red light flashlights and minimize white light (to include cell phones) that will hinder your night vision. \nChiricahua National Monument website: https://www.nps.gov/chir/index.htm.\nWeather dependent — Follow the event on the TAAA Facebook page to get weather and other updates: https://www.facebook.com/TucsonAstronomy/. \nCheck back here or on our Facebook page closer to the event for any updates.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-chiricahua-national-monument/
LOCATION:Chiricahua National Monument\, 12856 E Rhyolite Creek Rd\, Willcox\, AZ\, 85643\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231109T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231109T203000
DTSTAMP:20260506T024036
CREATED:20230808T055404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231031T051706Z
UID:9756-1699554600-1699561800@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:ONLINE – Astronomy Fundamentals Meeting – November 2023
DESCRIPTION:Astronomer of the Month:  George Hale\nPresenter:  Pete Hermes \nPete Hermes will be providing the astronomer of the month on George Hale. \nHe conceived and developed the world’s largest telescopes four times in succession — Yerkes Observatory (40-inch refractor)\, Mount Wilson Observatory (60-inch reflector\, 100-inch reflector) and Palomar Observatory (200-inch reflector). https://www.mtwilson.edu/george-ellery-hale/#:~:text=The%20sound%2Dbite%20description%20of\,(200%2Dinch%20reflector). \nMain Presentation:  Meade GOTO System\nPresenter:  Jim Knoll and Bob Rose \nJim Knoll and Bob Rose will be presenting the main topic on using the Meade GOTO system.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/online-astronomy-fundamentals-meeting-november-2023/
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231111T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231111T203000
DTSTAMP:20260506T024036
CREATED:20230927T055645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230927T055645Z
UID:10413-1699727400-1699734600@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:Stargazing at Tucson Mountain Park – Ironwood Picnic Area
DESCRIPTION:Star Party-Tucson Mountain Park Ironwood Picnic Area\nTucson\, AZ (West)\nViewing Location:  Second Restroom area  approximately 3/4 of the way in on Hal Gras Road.\nInformation: Great dark skies in Western Tucson.  Star Party open to the Public.  Cost: FREE.  Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association will have several telescopes for astronomical viewing.  We will observe Planets\, Nebulae\, Galaxies\, Star Clusters and lots more.  Great opportunity to look through a variety of telescopes.  Weather dependent.  For real-time updates\, follow this event on the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association Facebook Events Page: (https://www.facebook.com/TucsonAstronomy/). \nFREE but REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Go to this link (Eventbright) and search for: “Stargazing” and “Ironwood Picnic Area”\, location: “Tucson” (event may not show up until about two months prior). These events may fill up early.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-at-tucson-mountain-park-ironwood-picnic-area/
LOCATION:Ironwood Picnic\, 7300 W Hal gras Rd\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85735\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231111T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231111T203000
DTSTAMP:20260506T024036
CREATED:20230927T061825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230927T061825Z
UID:10415-1699727400-1699734600@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:Stargazing at Oracle State Park
DESCRIPTION:Viewing Location: Kannally Ranch House \nInformation: Great dark skies just north of Tucson at Oracle State Park. Star Party open to the Public. Admission cost for entrance into Oracle State Park may apply.\nTucson Amateur Astronomy Association will have several telescopes for astronomical viewing. We will be observing the Moon\, Planets\, Nebulae\, Galaxies\, and Star Clusters.\nGreat opportunity to look through a wide variety of telescopes. Weather dependent. \nEvents Schedule at Kannally Ranch House:\n5:30 – 6:30pm Ranger-led workshop on how to use a telescope\n6:30 – 8:30pm TAAA Star Party \nFor real-time updates\, follow this event on the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association Facebook Events Page: (https://www.facebook.com/TucsonAstronomy/) \nCheck the Oracle State Park website for additional information: https://azstateparks.com/…/learn-to-scope-star-party \nCheck TAAA Facebook Page or here for any updates as we get closer.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-at-oracle-state-park/
LOCATION:Oracle State Park\, 3820 E Wildlife Dr.\, Oracle\, AZ\, 85623\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231117T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231117T203000
DTSTAMP:20260506T024036
CREATED:20230927T062551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230927T062551Z
UID:10419-1700245800-1700253000@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:Stargazing at Saguaro NP – East
DESCRIPTION:Star Party – Saguaro National Park – East\nTucson\, AZ \nGreat dark skies on the East side of Tucson at Saguaro National Park – East.\nStar Party is open to the Public. Event is free but NPS admission fees apply. \nThe Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association will have several telescopes for astronomical viewing. We will observe Planets\, Nebulae\, Galaxies\, Star Clusters and lots more.\nGreat opportunity to look through a variety of telescopes. \nWeather dependent. For real-time updates\, follow this event on the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association Facebook Events Page: (https://www.facebook.com/TucsonAstronomy/).
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-at-saguaro-np-east-2/
LOCATION:Saguaro National Park EAST\, 3693 S Old Spanish Trail\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85730\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231118T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231118T203000
DTSTAMP:20260506T024036
CREATED:20230929T172501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230929T172501Z
UID:10452-1700332200-1700339400@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:Stargazing @ Picacho Peak State Park
DESCRIPTION:Truely dark skies at a scenic location – Picacho Peak State Park\nStar Party is open to the Public. Event is free but park admission fees apply. \nThe Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association will have several telescopes for astronomical viewing. We will observe Planets\, Nebulae\, Galaxies\, Star Clusters and lots more.\nGreat opportunity to look through a variety of telescopes at a really dark location. \nWeather dependent. For real-time updates\, follow this event on the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association Facebook Events Page: (https://www.facebook.com/TucsonAstronomy/).
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-picacho-peak-state-park/
LOCATION:Picacho Peak State Park\, 15520 Picacho Peak Rd\, Picacho\, AZ\, 85141
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231201T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231201T203000
DTSTAMP:20260506T024036
CREATED:20230808T054634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231128T045617Z
UID:9750-1701455400-1701462600@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:HYBRID – General Meeting – December 2023
DESCRIPTION:Presentation:  Researching Dark Matter and Dark Energy with the Euclid Space Telescope\n\n\n\nOn July 1st\, the Euclid space mission launched from Cape Canaveral on a Falcon 9 rocket. Euclid is the first space telescope designed to study the still-mysterious accelerated expansion of the Universe. A broad community of scientists from around the world eagerly anticipates the insights Euclid will ultimately yield on the nature of that acceleration\, and the dark energy that presumably powers it. In his talk\, Dr. Eric Huff will discuss the recent public release of the first science images\, and explain how the Euclid mission will go about making measurements of dark energy and dark matter over the next few years. \n\n\n\nBiography:  Dr. Eric Huff was raised in Bullhead City\, Arizona\, and followed an early passion for physics to college in Tucson and a PhD at Berkeley. He’s done original work on a variety of topics\, ranging from observational cosmology to tidal modeling of surface features on Jovian moons. Dr Huff is currently a Staff Scientist at the Jet Propulsion Lab and will be giving his presentation remotely. \n\n\n\nPicture Caption: One of Euclid’s first images: the Perseus cluster of galaxies
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/hybrid-general-meeting-december-2023/
LOCATION:Steward Observatory Lecture Hall (Room N210)\, 933 N Cherry Ave\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85721\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231208T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231208T200000
DTSTAMP:20260506T024036
CREATED:20231029T201557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231029T201557Z
UID:10571-1702058400-1702065600@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:Stargazing at Saguaro NP – East
DESCRIPTION:Star Party – Saguaro National Park – East\nTucson\, AZ \nGreat dark skies on the East side of Tucson at Saguaro National Park – East.\nStar Party is open to the Public. Event is free but NPS admission fees apply. \nThe Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association will have several telescopes for astronomical viewing. We will observe Planets\, Nebulae\, Galaxies\, Star Clusters and lots more.\nGreat opportunity to look through a variety of telescopes. \nWeather dependent. For real-time updates\, follow this event on the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association Facebook Events Page: (https://www.facebook.com/TucsonAstronomy/).
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-at-saguaro-np-east-3/
LOCATION:Saguaro National Park EAST\, 3693 S Old Spanish Trail\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85730\, United States
CATEGORIES:Star Parties
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231209T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231209T200000
DTSTAMP:20260506T024036
CREATED:20231029T202457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231029T202457Z
UID:10573-1702144800-1702152000@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:Stargazing at Tucson Mountain Park – Ironwood Picnic Area
DESCRIPTION:Star Party-Tucson Mountain Park Ironwood Picnic Area\nTucson\, AZ (West)\nViewing Location:  Second Restroom area  approximately 3/4 of the way in on Hal Gras Road.\nInformation: Great dark skies in Western Tucson.  Star Party open to the Public.  Cost: FREE. \nTucson Amateur Astronomy Association will have several telescopes for astronomical viewing.  We will observe Planets\, Nebulae\, Galaxies\, Star Clusters and lots more.  Great opportunity to look through a variety of telescopes.  Weather dependent.\nFor real-time updates\, follow this event on the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association Facebook Events Page: (https://www.facebook.com/TucsonAstronomy/). \nFREE but REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Go to this link (Eventbright) and search for: “Stargazing” and “Ironwood Picnic Area”\, location: “Tucson” (event may not show up until about two months prior). These events may fill up early.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-at-tucson-mountain-park-ironwood-picnic-area-2/
LOCATION:Ironwood Picnic\, 7300 W Hal gras Rd\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Star Parties
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231209T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231209T200000
DTSTAMP:20260506T024036
CREATED:20231029T204622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231029T204622Z
UID:10575-1702144800-1702152000@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:Stargazing at Oracle State Park
DESCRIPTION:Viewing Location: Kannally Ranch House \nUgly sweater night. Wear your ugliest sweater and view the stars! \nInformation: Great dark skies just north of Tucson at Oracle State Park.\nStar Party open to the Public. Admission cost for entrance into Oracle State Park may apply. \nTucson Amateur Astronomy Association will have several telescopes for astronomical viewing. We will be observing the Moon\, Planets\, Nebulae\, Galaxies\, and Star Clusters.\nGreat opportunity to look through a wide variety of telescopes. Weather dependent. \nFor real-time updates\, follow this event on the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association Facebook Events Page: (https://www.facebook.com/TucsonAstronomy/) \nAlso: Check the Oracle State Park website for additional information:\nUgly Sweater Star Party | Oracle State Park (azstateparks.com)
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-at-oracle-state-park-2/
LOCATION:Oracle State Park\, 3820 E Wildlife Dr.\, Oracle\, AZ\, 85623\, United States
CATEGORIES:Star Parties
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231214T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231214T203000
DTSTAMP:20260506T024036
CREATED:20230808T055625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T071230Z
UID:9758-1702578600-1702585800@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:ONLINE – Astronomy Fundamentals Meeting – December 2023
DESCRIPTION:Main Presentation:  Eyepieces and their essentials\nPresenter:  Stephen Ferris\nStephen Ferris will be giving a presentation on Eyepieces and their essentials\, which should help out anyone that is looking for some holiday gift ideas. \nSecond Presentation:  Solar Observing\nPresenter:  Doug Smith\nDoug Smith will be giving our second topic on Solar Observing.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/online-astronomy-fundamentals-meeting-december-2023/
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240105T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240105T200000
DTSTAMP:20260506T024036
CREATED:20231229T055715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231229T060213Z
UID:10962-1704479400-1704484800@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:HYBRID – General Meeting – January 2024
DESCRIPTION:Presentation:  THE BIG EVENT: Total Solar Eclipse\, April 8\, 2024\n\n\n\nGet ready for 4½ minutes of darkness — in the middle of the day! On April 8\, the path of a total solar eclipse will track from Texas through Maine. And it’s not that far from Tucson. But where should we go? What should we look for? And\, most importantly\, what do the climate statistics say about our plans? Michael Bakich’s talk will cover the details about an event that won’t happen again in the 48 states until 2044. \n\n\n\nBiography:  Michael E. Bakich was Senior Editor of Astronomy magazine for 17 years before retiring in 2019. He and his wife\, Holley\, then realized their lifelong dream and moved to Tucson. Michael continues work for the magazine as Contributing Editor. He has authored 14 books on astronomy\, including Atlas of Solar Eclipses: 2020-2045.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/10962/
LOCATION:Steward Observatory Lecture Hall (Room N210)\, 933 N Cherry Ave\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85721\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240106T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240106T203000
DTSTAMP:20260506T024036
CREATED:20231106T204354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T204354Z
UID:10655-1704565800-1704573000@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:Stargazing @ Picacho Peak State Park
DESCRIPTION:Truely dark skies at a scenic location – Picacho Peak State Park\nStar Party is open to the Public. Event is free but park admission fees apply. \nThe Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association will have several telescopes for astronomical viewing. We will observe Planets\, Nebulae\, Galaxies\, Star Clusters and lots more.\nGreat opportunity to look through a variety of telescopes at a really dark location. \nWeather dependent.\nFor real-time updates\, follow this event on the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association Facebook Events Page: (https://www.facebook.com/TucsonAstronomy/).
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-picacho-peak-state-park-2/
LOCATION:Picacho Peak State Park\, 15520 Picacho Peak Rd\, Picacho\, AZ\, 85141
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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