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DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240405T183000
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SUMMARY:Cancelled - General Meeting – April 2024
DESCRIPTION:The General Meeting\, normally held on the first Friday of the month\, has been cancelled for April due to the Eclipse of the Sun on April 8th\, since many of the club members will be traveling out of state for the event.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/hybrid-general-meeting-april-2024/
LOCATION:Steward Observatory Lecture Hall (Room N210)\, 933 N Cherry Ave\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85721\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240330T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240330T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T181504
CREATED:20240119T032515Z
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SUMMARY:Tucson Astronomy Festival
DESCRIPTION:Tucson Astronomy Festival at Brandi Fenton Memorial Park\nTelescopes\, Exhibits\, Fun!\n\n\n\n\nBrandi Fenton Memorial Park (Ramada #1)\n3482 E River Rd \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nASTRONOMY FESTIVAL SCHEDULE\n\nSafe Solar viewing of the Sun – 3 PM to 6:30 PM\nHands-On Interactive Exhibits for Kids – 3 PM to 6 PM\nDoor Prizes will be given away at 6:30 PM– winners must be present to win\n——- Grand Prize:  Small Telescope ——–\n\nNight Sky Viewing – 7:30 PM to 9 PM\nKid-Friendly Scope viewing throughout the evening\n\nNo charge for any activities\, donations will be accepted.\nBring your own telescope for help in setting it up and operating the scope.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n+ GOOGLE CALENDAR+ ICAL EXPORT
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/tucson-astronomy-festival-2/
LOCATION:Brandi Fenton Park\, 3482 E River Rd\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85718\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240329T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240329T213000
DTSTAMP:20260505T181504
CREATED:20240119T031551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240119T031551Z
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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. \nWe will observe planets\, star clusters\, multiple star systems\, nebulae\, galaxies\, and lots more. \nFREE but REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED: Go to:  https://bit.ly/ticketsEE\nThese events fill up quickly\, so recommend registering as early as possible.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-canoa-ranch-5/
LOCATION:Canoa Ranch\, 5375 S I-19 Frontage Road\, Green Valley\, AZ\, 85622\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240316T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240316T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T181504
CREATED:20240119T031138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240119T031138Z
UID:11146-1710615600-1710622800@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-3/
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:20240315T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240315T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T181504
CREATED:20240220T204907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240220T204907Z
UID:11361-1710529200-1710536400@tucsonastronomy.org
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-3/
LOCATION:Catalina State Park\, 11570 N Oracle Rd\, Catalina\, AZ\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240314T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240314T200000
DTSTAMP:20260505T181504
CREATED:20240110T053311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240312T042453Z
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SUMMARY:ONLINE – Astronomy Fundamentals Meeting – March 2024
DESCRIPTION:Astronomer of the Month:  Vesto Slipher\nPresenter:  Connor Justice \nConnor Justice will be presenting Vesto Slipher for our astronomer of the month. \nMain Presentation:  Asteroids and Minor Planets\nPresenter:  Pete Hermes \nPete Hermes will be giving our main topic on Asteroids and Minor Planets.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/online-astronomy-fundamentals-meeting-march-2024/
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240309T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240309T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T181504
CREATED:20240119T030259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240119T030259Z
UID:11143-1710010800-1710018000@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:Stargazing at Oracle State Park
DESCRIPTION:Viewing Location: Kannally Ranch House  \n\nStar Party telescope viewing (7 – 9pm)\n\nInformation: Great dark skies just north of Tucson at Oracle State Park.\nStar Party open to the Public. Admission fees for entrance into Oracle State Park 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 event page:  TAAA Facebook Events page \nAlso: Check the Oracle State Park website for additional information:\nStar Party at Oracle State Park | Oracle State Park (azstateparks.com)
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-at-oracle-state-park-4/
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:20240302T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240302T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T181504
CREATED:20240119T024434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240119T024434Z
UID:11139-1709406000-1709413200@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:Stargazing at Agua 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. \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. \nPark gate may close before event end time\, so arrive as close to start time as possible. 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: https://bit.ly/ticketsEE\nThese events fill up fast so recommend registering early.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-at-agua-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:20240301T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240301T200000
DTSTAMP:20260505T181504
CREATED:20240110T053603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T052213Z
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SUMMARY:HYBRID – General Meeting – March 2024
DESCRIPTION:Presentation:  From Planet to Pictures\n\n\n \nWe all have seen images of each planet in our solar system until they’re ingrained in our culture’s collective psyche\, but how did we get those images? In “From Planet to Pictures\,” Max Lipitz will take the audience on a grand tour of the solar system\, and do far more than just repeat the usual statistics about the planets\, moons\, asteroids\, and whatever Pluto is now. Max’s presentation will be about the robotic emissaries we sent to learn about these celestial objects\, the journey they undertook and the discoveries they made. \n\n\n \nBiography: Maxmilian (Max) Lipitz could best be described as a strange amalgamation of NASA obsession\, photographic prowess\, and insatiable curiosity. He’s a graduate of the Rochester Institute of Technologies Imaging Science Program; a highly interdisciplinary field that combines physics\, math\, computer science\, and engineering. And whether he’s developing image processing algorithms to turn people into Simpsons characters or restoring a 31-year-old digital camera just because\, Max puts his whole heart into everything he does. In the past he’s worked with Dr. Robert Kremens to develop next-generation probes (“Kremboxes”) to monitor wildfires in the thermal and visible spectrum\, providing valuable data that could save thousands of lives. Currently Max works as a scientist at Tucson-based GEOST. \n\n\n \n\n \n 
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/hybrid-general-meeting-march-2024/
LOCATION:Steward Observatory Lecture Hall (Room N210)\, 933 N Cherry Ave\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85721\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240229T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240229T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T181504
CREATED:20240219T180011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T180011Z
UID:11353-1709233200-1709240400@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:Desert Skies Virtual Star Party
DESCRIPTION:Join Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association for our quarterly Desert Skies Virtual Star Party. It will be streamed live to our Facebook Page and will be available a few days later on our YouTube Channel. We will observe Galaxies\, millions of light years away\, Star systems\, star clusters\, star forming nebulae\, star death nebulae\, and lots more. \nTAAA Facebook \nTAAA YouTube
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/desert-skies-virtual-star-party/
LOCATION:AZ
CATEGORIES:Star Parties
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240217T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240217T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T181504
CREATED:20231219T204655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231219T204849Z
UID:10934-1708196400-1708203600@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:Stargazing at Tucson Mountain Park – Juan Santa Cruz Picnic Area
DESCRIPTION:Star Party @ Tucson Mountain Park – Juan Santa Cruz Picnic Area\nTucson\, AZ (right next to Sonoran Desert Museum) \nViewing Location: Small side loop on East side of main loop.\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: TAAA Facebook Events page \nFREE but REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Go to this link to register:  https://bit.ly/ticketsEE\nThese events may fill up early.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-at-tucson-mountain-park-juan-santa-cruz-picnic-area/
LOCATION:Juan Santa Cruz Picnic Area\, 2000 N Kinney Road\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85743\, United States
CATEGORIES:Star Parties
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240216T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240216T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T181504
CREATED:20231219T201419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231219T201419Z
UID:10932-1708110000-1708117200@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: TAAA Facebook Events page
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-at-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:20240210T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240210T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T181504
CREATED:20231219T200305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240209T191216Z
UID:10930-1707589800-1707598800@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:Stargazing at Oracle State Park
DESCRIPTION:Viewing Location: Kannally Ranch House  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nNOTICE: This star party have been cancelled due to bad weather on site\n\n\n\n\n  \n\nStar Party telescope viewing (7 – 9pm)\n\nInformation: Great dark skies just north of Tucson at Oracle State Park.\nStar Party open to the Public. Admission fees for entrance into Oracle State Park 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 event page:  TAAA Facebook Events page \nAlso: Check the Oracle State Park website for additional information:\nStar Party at Oracle State Park | Oracle State Park (azstateparks.com)
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-at-oracle-state-park-3/
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:20240209T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240209T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T181504
CREATED:20231219T194357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231219T194357Z
UID:10927-1707487200-1707512400@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:Solar and Night Stargazing at Catalina State Park
DESCRIPTION:Star Party @ Catalina State Park\nTucson\, AZ\nViewing Location: Parking lot for Bridle Trailhead at end of State Park road inside the park.\nInformation: Great dark skies just north of Tucson at Catalina State Park.  Star Party open to the Public.  Admission fees for entrance into Catalina State Park apply. \nTucson Amateur Astronomy Association will have Solar telescopes for daytime Solar viewing and later Standard telescopes (10 or more) for nighttime astronomical viewing. \nSolar viewing from 2pm to 4pm (Same Trailhead location) \nNighttime viewing from 7pm to 9pm (Same Trailhead location)\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:\nTAAA Facebook Events page \nAdditional details will be posted here and on our Facebook page as we get closer to the event.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/solar-and-night-stargazing-at-catalina-state-park/
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:20240208T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240208T200000
DTSTAMP:20260505T181504
CREATED:20240110T053028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T042358Z
UID:11021-1707417000-1707422400@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:ONLINE – Astronomy Fundamentals Meeting – February 2024
DESCRIPTION:Astronomer of the Month:  Carl Sagan\nPresenter:  Stephen Ferris \nThis month Stephen Ferris will be presenting Carl Sagan for our astronomer of the month. \nMain Presentation:  Dark Matter\nPresenter:  Doug Smith \nDoug Smith will be presenting Dark Matter for our main topic.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/online-astronomy-fundamentals-meeting-february-2024/
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240203T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240203T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T181504
CREATED:20231219T191722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240114T192534Z
UID:10925-1706965200-1706994000@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:Tucson Star Party
DESCRIPTION:Join the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association (TAAA) in conjunction with Editors from the Astronomy Magazine and Pima Community College (PCC) – East Campus for some interesting astronomy talks\, solar observing\, and evening stargazing.\nPCC – East is located at 8181 E Irvington Rd\, Tucson AZ \nSatellite Radio Demo (at the Observatories) – 1:00 – 1:30 p.m. \nAstronomy Talks and Safe Solar viewing of the Sun 1:30 – 5:00 p.m.\n(All Talks in Room (M5-102)\n\nTalks:\n   – Michael Bakich — 2023 & 2024 Annular & Total Solar Eclipses  –  1:30 pm \n   – Alan Goldstein – “The Grand Canyon of the Sky”  Correlating distance objects  in the sky with the history of life on the Earth  —  2:30 pm \n   – David J Eicher: Astronomy magazine — Astronomy and the Civil War  –  3:30 pm \n   – David Levy — Legacy of Comet Shoemaker-Levy 9\, 30yrs later  –  4:30 pm \nPlanet Walk & Tour – (Starting at the Observatories) – 5;30 p.m. \nSolar Observing (at the Observatories) – 2 – 5 p.m. \nNight Sky Telescope Viewing (at the Observatories) 6:30 – 9:00 p.m.\nEvening observing of planets\, star clusters\, multiple star systems\, nebulae\, galaxies\, and lots more through several telescopes. \nSolar & Night observing\, Planet Walk\, & Satellite Radio Demo will be at the south end of the PCC East Campus near the astronomy domes. \nFollow our Facebook event for any real-time updates or adjustments due to weather at:  TAAA Facebook Events page
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/tucson-star-party-4/
LOCATION:Pima Community College East\, 8181 E Irvington Rd\, Tucson\, AZ\, United States
CATEGORIES:Star Parties
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240202T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240202T200000
DTSTAMP:20260505T181504
CREATED:20240110T052735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240128T045648Z
UID:11019-1706898600-1706904000@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:HYBRID – General Meeting – February 2024
DESCRIPTION:Presentation:  Comet Shoemaker-Levy 9 and Jupiter after thirty years: A retrospective of what happened and what we learned\n\nOn March 23\, 1993\, Carolyn and Gene Shoemaker and David H. Levy discovered a comet that had been fragmented into more than 21 pieces. Two months later they learned that the comet would collide with Jupiter. The collision happened between July 16 and July 21\, 1994\, thirty years ago. David H. Levy’s presentation will offer a retrospective of what happened\, and what humanity learned about comets\, about Jupiter\, and about the origin of life. \n\n\n\nBiography:  TAAA member\, David H Levy\, is arguably one of the most enthusiastic and famous amateur astronomers of our time. Although he’s never taken an astronomy class\, he has written over three dozen books\, has written for three astronomy magazines and has appeared on television programs featured on the Discovery and the Science Channels. Among David’s accomplishments are 23 comet discoveries\, (the most famous being Shoemaker-Levy 9)\, a few hundred shared asteroid discoveries\, an Emmy for the documentary Three Minutes to Impact\, five honorary doctorates in Science and a PhD from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem (2010) which combines astronomy and English Literature. Currently\, he is the editor of the web magazine Sky’s Up!\, and has a monthly column\, Skyward\, in the local Vail Voice newspaper. David continues to hunt for comets and asteroids\, and lectures worldwide. \n\n 
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/hybrid-general-meeting-february-2024/
LOCATION:Steward Observatory Lecture Hall (Room N210)\, 933 N Cherry Ave\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85721\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240120T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240120T203000
DTSTAMP:20260505T181504
CREATED:20231106T210719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231213T182205Z
UID:10663-1705775400-1705782600@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. \nWe will observe planets\, star clusters\, multiple star systems\, nebulae\, galaxies\, and lots more. \nFREE but REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED: Go to:  https://bit.ly/ticketsEE\nThese events fill up quickly\, so recommend registering as early as possible.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-canoa-ranch-4/
LOCATION:Canoa Ranch\, 5375 S I-19 Frontage Road\, Green Valley\, AZ\, 85622\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240113T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240113T203000
DTSTAMP:20260505T181504
CREATED:20231106T210113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231213T181905Z
UID:10659-1705170600-1705177800@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:Stargazing at Agua 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: https://bit.ly/ticketsEE\nThese events fill up fast so recommend registering early.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-at-agua-caliente-park/
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:20240111T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240111T200000
DTSTAMP:20260505T181504
CREATED:20231229T060811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T051654Z
UID:10967-1704997800-1705003200@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:ONLINE – Astronomy Fundamentals Meeting – January 2024
DESCRIPTION:Main Presentation:  Choosing your First Telescope\nPresenter:  Connor Justice \nOur first presentation of the year is Choosing your First Telescope by Connor Justice.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/online-astronomy-fundamentals-meeting-january-2024/
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240107T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240107T150000
DTSTAMP:20260505T181504
CREATED:20231106T205042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T205042Z
UID:10657-1704632400-1704639600@tucsonastronomy.org
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.\nThis event will most likely be canceled in the event of clouds/rain.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/solar-telescope-observing-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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240106T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240106T203000
DTSTAMP:20260505T181504
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240105T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240105T200000
DTSTAMP:20260505T181504
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:20231214T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231214T203000
DTSTAMP:20260505T181504
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:20231209T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231209T200000
DTSTAMP:20260505T181504
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231209T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231209T200000
DTSTAMP:20260505T181504
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231208T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231208T200000
DTSTAMP:20260505T181504
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231201T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231201T203000
DTSTAMP:20260505T181504
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:20231118T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231118T203000
DTSTAMP:20260505T181504
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:20231117T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231117T203000
DTSTAMP:20260505T181504
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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