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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230203T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230203T203000
DTSTAMP:20260505T220853
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SUMMARY:HYBRID – General Meeting – February 2023
DESCRIPTION:6:30 pm – Main Presentation\nTITLE:  Comets; History\, Science\, and Magic—A Personal Journey\nPRESENTATION:  David Levy\, one of the most enthusiastic and famous amateur astronomers of our time\, will talk about some of the great comets in Earth’s history. These frozen leftovers from the formation of the solar system\, composed of dust\, rock\, and ice\, hold rich scientific information\, making each encounter a much-studied event. Share an expert comet-hunter’s knowledge in this presentation featuring such comets as Halley\, those of 1811\, 1965\, 1970\, 1976\, and the most famous of David’s many comet discoveries\, the Shoemaker-Levy 9 comet that collided with Jupiter in 1994.\n \nBIO:  David Levy is world-renowned for his comet-hunting expertise. A past president of TAAA\, he’s authored over three dozen books\, written for three astronomy magazines\, and appeared on television programs featured on the Discovery and the Science Channels. Among his accomplishments are 23 comet discoveries\, a few hundred shared asteroid discoveries\, an Emmy for the documentary Three Minutes to Impact\, five honorary doctorates in Science and a PhD which combines astronomy and English Literature. Currently\, he has a monthly column\, Skyward\, jointly published in the Vail Voice community newspaper and the TAAA Desert Skies Bulletin. David continues to lecture worldwide\, and hunt for comets and asteroids.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/hybrid-general-meeting-february-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:20230121T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230121T203000
DTSTAMP:20260505T220853
CREATED:20221207T213654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221207T213654Z
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SUMMARY:Stargazing 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-aqua-caliente-park/
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:20230114T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230114T203000
DTSTAMP:20260505T220853
CREATED:20220822T225940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230114T225650Z
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SUMMARY:Stargazing Tucson Mountain Park Ironwood Picnic Area
DESCRIPTION:This event has been cancelled due to cloud cover. \nStar 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 and search Stargazing Ironwood Picnic Area (event may not show up until about two months prior): Eventbright\nEvent may fill up early.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-tucson-mountain-park-ironwood-picnic-area/
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:20230112T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230112T200000
DTSTAMP:20260505T220853
CREATED:20230106T050258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230110T040228Z
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SUMMARY:ONLINE – Astronomy Fundamentals Meeting – January 2023
DESCRIPTION:Historical Astronomer of the Month:\nFar East Indian Astronomers\nPresenter:  Douglas Smith \nDoug Smith will be continuing our ongoing series of Astronomer of the month on notable Far East Indian astronomers. \nMain Presentation:  \nNotable Astronomy Events 2023\nPresenter:  Connor Justice\n \nConnor Justice will do presenting the main topic on notable astronomy events that will be occurring in 2023.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/online-astronomy-fundamentals-meeting-january-2023/
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230106T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230106T203000
DTSTAMP:20260505T220853
CREATED:20230106T043214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230106T044349Z
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SUMMARY:HYBRID – General Meeting – January 2023
DESCRIPTION:6:30 pm – Main Presentation\nTITLE:  HelioSwarm: A Future NASA Mission to Better Understand Space Plasmas\nPRESENTATION:  The vacuum of space is not empty\, but is filled with a gas hot enough to rip electrons away from atoms\, producing a plasma; a material with charged particles consistently creating and responding to electromagnetic fields driven by collective particle motion. Such plasmas constitute more than 99% of the matter in the visible universe. Understanding how energy is injected into\, transported through\, and removed from these turbulent plasma systems represents one of the open questions in astrophysics and space science.\nHelioSwarm\, a mission recently selected by NASA to launch at the end of this decade\, will employ a swarm of nine spacecraft\, to gather multi-scale measurements and learn more about the dynamics of these systems. In this talk\, Prof. Kristopher Klein will discuss what is known and unknown about plasma turbulence and how the HelioSwarm mission will address its unknowns. These forthcoming measurements of near-Earth plasmas\, both inside and outside of Earth’s protective magnetic bubble\, will finally reveal the physics controlling plasma turbulence both within our solar system and throughout the universe.\n \nBIO:  Prof. Kristopher Klein studies fundamental processes that govern the dynamics of ionized gases in our solar system as well as more distant astrophysical bodies. He has particular interest in how these systems become hot\, specifically how energy is transported in chaotic\, turbulent flows\, attempting to answer these questions with a combination of numerical simulations and spacecraft measurements of the Sun’s extended atmosphere as it collides with the Earth’s magnetic field. He earned his PhD from the University of Iowa in 2013\, followed by postdoctoral positions at the University of New Hampshire and the University of Michigan before joining the Lunar and Planetary Laboratory as an Assistant Professor in 2018. \n7:30 pm – Second Presentation\nTITLE:  Dr. Mary Turners Seasonal Night Sky Presentation\n 
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/xxx-3/
LOCATION:Steward Observatory Lecture Hall (Room N210)\, 933 N Cherry Ave\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85721\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221217T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221217T200000
DTSTAMP:20260505T220853
CREATED:20210805T160856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220822T224955Z
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SUMMARY:Agua Caliente Park Stargazing
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 Agua Caliente Park Tucson. Fills up fast so recommend registering early. Event may not show up until about two months out.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/agua-caliente-park-stargazing-12/
LOCATION:Agua Caliente Park\, 12325 E Roger Rd\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85749\, United States
CATEGORIES:Star Parties
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221210T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221210T200000
DTSTAMP:20260505T220853
CREATED:20210805T161645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220822T224856Z
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SUMMARY:Tucson Mountain Park Ironwood Picnic Stargazing
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 and search Stargazing Ironwood Picnic Area (event may not show up until about two months prior): Eventbright\nEvent may fill up early.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/tucson-mountain-park-ironwood-picnic-stargazing-8/
LOCATION:Ironwood Picnic\, 7300 W Hal gras Rd\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Star Parties
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221208T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221208T203000
DTSTAMP:20260505T220853
CREATED:20220816T080229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221206T070442Z
UID:7792-1670524200-1670531400@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:ONLINE – Astronomy Fundamentals Meeting – December 2022
DESCRIPTION:Main Presentation:  \nLarge Telescopes part 2\nPresenter:  Stephen Ferris\n \nThe first presentation will be Large Telescopes part 2 and will be presented by Stephen Ferris. \nHistorical Astronomer of the Month:\n Notable Chinese Astronomers\nPresenter:  Douglas Smith \nThis month we will cover some Notable Chinese Astronomers.\nThis will be presented by Douglas Smith. \n 
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/online-astronomy-fundamentals-meeting-december-2022/
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221202T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221202T203000
DTSTAMP:20260505T220853
CREATED:20220816T074814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221120T044412Z
UID:7782-1670005800-1670013000@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:HYBRID – General Meeting – December 2022
DESCRIPTION:6:30 pm – Main Presentation\nTITLE:  A JWST View of Starburst Galaxies: Sweet Data Coming Soon!\nPRESENTATION:  The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has already produced stunning results since it began sending back images and data in July. Among its first programs\, JWST will study two famous “starburst” galaxies: M82 (the Cigar Galaxy) and NGC253 (the Sculptor Galaxy)\, as part of program #1701 in which Dr. Levy is deeply involved. These two well-studied galaxies are relatively nearby and are undergoing an intense burst of star formation at their centers. During this talk\, Dr. Levy will highlight some of the key observations and results we have learned so far; from the “super” star clusters powering these galaxies’ extreme star formation to the large-scale outflows of material being expelled from them. Dr. Levy will explain the goals of her team’s JWST program and will show some preliminary images from JWST that have just been delivered.\n \nBIO:  Dr. Rebecca Levy is an expert on measuring the effects of stars on their environments in nearby galaxies. She uses telescopes across the electromagnetic spectrum and around the globe to measure the motions of gas in and around galaxies. She is currently a National Science Foundation Astronomy & Astrophysics Postdoctoral Fellow at Steward Observatory. Dr. Levy obtained her PhD in 2021 from the University of Maryland\, where she studied the very center of a nearby “starbursting” galaxy NGC253 as well as ionized gas around galaxies. Dr. Levy obtained her B.S. degrees in Astronomy and Physics from the University of Arizona in 2015\, and she is delighted to be back in Tucson for her postdoc position.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/hybrid-general-meeting-december-2022/
LOCATION:Steward Observatory Lecture Hall (Room N210)\, 933 N Cherry Ave\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85721\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221119T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221119T203000
DTSTAMP:20260505T220853
CREATED:20210805T160801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221028T195650Z
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SUMMARY:Cienega Creek Stargazing
DESCRIPTION:Viewing Location:  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://www.eventbrite.com and search Cienega Creek Tucson. Fills up fast so recommend registering early.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/agua-caliente-park-stargazing-11/
LOCATION:Cienega Creek Natural Preserve\, 16000 E Marsh Station Road\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85641\, United States
CATEGORIES:Star Parties
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221118T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221118T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T220853
CREATED:20210805T163154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220822T230717Z
UID:6258-1668798000-1668805200@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Stargazing
DESCRIPTION:Join Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association for a Virtual tour of the Night Sky. We will explore planets\, Nebulae\, Star Clusters\, Galaxies\, and much more using cameras connected to telescopes. The event will be streamed to our YouTube channel (TAAA YouTube). You can follow our Facebook event for any weather and other updates and the link to our YouTube Channel. FREE. \nCheck Facebook or back here closer to the event for any updates.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/virtual-stargazing-3/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Star Parties
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221112T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221112T203000
DTSTAMP:20260505T220853
CREATED:20210805T161545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220822T224614Z
UID:6240-1668277800-1668285000@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:Tucson Mountain Park Ironwood Picnic Stargazing
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 and search Stargazing Ironwood Picnic Area (event may not show up until about two months prior): Eventbright
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/tucson-mountain-park-ironwood-picnic-stargazing-7/
LOCATION:Ironwood Picnic\, 7300 W Hal gras Rd\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Star Parties
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221110T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221110T203000
DTSTAMP:20260505T220853
CREATED:20220816T080019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221108T080732Z
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SUMMARY:ONLINE – Astronomy Fundamentals Meeting – November 2022
DESCRIPTION:Historical Astronomer of the Month:\nGerard Kuiper\nPresenter:  Stephen Ferris \nOur astronomer spotlight for the month is for Gerard Kuiper presented by Stephen Ferris. \nMain Presentation:  \nMeteor Showers\nPresenter:  Connor Justice\n \nOur main topic will be on Meteor Showers presented by Connor Justice.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/online-astronomy-fundamentals-meeting-november-2022/
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221106T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221106T160000
DTSTAMP:20260505T220853
CREATED:20220806T180102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220806T180102Z
UID:7733-1667728800-1667750400@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:Empire Ranch Cowboy Festival
DESCRIPTION:TAAA will participate in the annual Empire Ranch Cowboy Festival. We will have Solar Observing from 10 am to 4 pm Saturday and Sunday.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/empire-ranch-cowboy-festival-3/
LOCATION:Empire Ranch\, E Empire Ranch Road\, Sonoita\, AZ\, United States
CATEGORIES:Star Parties
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221105T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221105T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T220853
CREATED:20220116T191212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221028T195447Z
UID:7092-1667674800-1667682000@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:Stargazing at Historic 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-at-historic-canoa-ranch-7/
LOCATION:Canoa Ranch\, 5375 S I-19 Frontage Road\, Green Valley\, AZ\, 85622\, United States
CATEGORIES:Star Parties
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221105T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221105T160000
DTSTAMP:20260505T220853
CREATED:20220806T180008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220806T180008Z
UID:7731-1667642400-1667664000@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:Empire Ranch Cowboy Festival
DESCRIPTION:TAAA will participate in the annual Empire Ranch Cowboy Festival. We will have Solar Observing from 10 am to 4 pm Saturday and Sunday.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/empire-ranch-cowboy-festival-2/
LOCATION:Empire Ranch\, E Empire Ranch Road\, Sonoita\, AZ\, United States
CATEGORIES:Star Parties
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221104T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221104T203000
DTSTAMP:20260505T220853
CREATED:20220816T074515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221101T070357Z
UID:7780-1667586600-1667593800@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:HYBRID – General Meeting – November 2022
DESCRIPTION:6:30 pm – Main Presentation\nTITLE:  Looking For Life: From Icy Comet Belts to the Habitable Zone\nPRESENTATION:  One of the main goals of astronomical sciences is to unravel whether we are alone in the Universe. In the next decade\, exoplanetary science will focus on developing the technology for direct observation of exoplanets orbiting in the so-called Habitable Zone (HZ) of their host stars. However\, it takes more than orbiting the HZ for a given planet to be a relevant target for the search for exolife. Dr. Virginie Faramaz will talk about the best candidate systems\, and how the ‘debris disks’ beyond the HZ zone—in reservoirs analogous to the Solar System’s Kuiper Belt and Asteroid Belt—carry the seeds of life to the system’s innermost parts. Dr. Faramaz will explain how planets\, comets\, and dust grains are interconnected\, as well as the techniques and equipment used to get information on their components. \nBIO:  Dr. Virginie Faramaz is a global specialist on planets and debris disk interactions. In her own words\, she was “born and raised in Savoy in the French Alps\, where we are crazy over fondue\, raclette\, tartiflette\, and basically any dish that contains cheese\, ham and potatoes.” Her PhD centered on theoretical aspects of planet-debris disks interactions. She worked with data obtained at ALMA in Chile’s Atacama Desert\, and at the Pontifical Catholic University of Chile in Santiago\, Chile. In 2017\, she became an Exoplanet Science Initiative Fellow at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory\, and also worked with the NASA Exoplanet Science Institute (NExSci) at Caltech in California. As an Assistant Research Professor at UA’s Steward Observatory\, she uses the Large Binocular Telescope Interferometer to further her projects. Dr. Faramaz enjoys teaching science to a variety of audiences\, especially children. \nSpecial Note: The Raymond E. White 21” telescope will be available to view through\, from 7 P.M. to 10:30 P.M.\, courtesy of Steward Observatory.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/hybrid-general-meeting-november-2022/
LOCATION:Steward Observatory Lecture Hall (Room N210)\, 933 N Cherry Ave\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85721\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221029T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221029T203000
DTSTAMP:20260505T220853
CREATED:20210805T165445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210805T165445Z
UID:6278-1667064600-1667075400@tucsonastronomy.org
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 29th 2022. The gate will be open at 5:30 pm with activities starting 6 pm and observing at 6:30 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 John Kalas at jckalas[at]cox.net for reservations and directions. Please include number of people & vehicles in your group. Space is limited. \nThe nebulosity associated with M45 is not the progenitor of the cluster. Instead\, it is a nebula through which M45 is passing.NASA Image\, Robert Gendler
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/evening-under-the-stars-4/
LOCATION:Chiricahua Astronomy Complex\, 9315 E Perseus Way\, Pearce\, AZ\, 85625\, United States
CATEGORIES:Star Parties
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221028T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221028T200000
DTSTAMP:20260505T220853
CREATED:20220806T175608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220806T175608Z
UID:7729-1666978200-1666987200@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:JWST Image Discussion & Star Party
DESCRIPTION:TAAA and Cochise County Library will be hosting a discussion of the Images from the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) and a star party at the Elfrida Library.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/jwst-image-discussion-star-party/
LOCATION:Elfrida Library\, 10552 N Hwy 191\, Elfrida\, AZ\, 85610\, United States
CATEGORIES:Star Parties
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221022T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221022T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T220853
CREATED:20210805T164231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221017T213728Z
UID:6270-1666461600-1666472400@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:Chiricahua National Monument Stargazing
DESCRIPTION:TAAA Stargazing to view amazing solar system and deep sky objects from the Dark Sky Park. You will see planets\, nebulae\, star clusters\, double stars\, and lots more. We will have several telescopes for public viewing. Observing location will be at the Echo Canyon Trailhead about 5 miles inside the park.  A talk will be scheduled at Bonita Campground Amphitheater before the observing at Echo Canyon. The park may will a shuttle bus from the Visitor Center (check there upon arrival). Please try to use red light flashlights and minimize white light (to include cell phones) that will hinder your night vision. Chiricahua National Monument website: https://www.nps.gov/chir/index.htm.  Weather dependent — Follow the event on the TAAA Facebook page to get weather and other updates: https://www.facebook.com/TucsonAstronomy/. \nSchedule. \nTalk at Bonita Campground: 6 – 6:45 pm\nObserving at Echo Canyon Trailhead: 7-9 pm \nCheck back here or on Facebook closer to the event for any updates.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/chiricahua-national-monument-stargazing-5/
LOCATION:Chiricahua National Monument\, 12856 E Rhyolite Creek Rd\, Willcox\, AZ\, 85643\, United States
CATEGORIES:Star Parties
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221015T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221015T203000
DTSTAMP:20260505T220853
CREATED:20210805T162245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221015T212830Z
UID:6251-1665858600-1665865800@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:Catalina State Park Stargazing
DESCRIPTION:CANCELLED.    CANCELLED.   CANCELLED \nWe will be CANCELLING tonight’s (October 15\, 2022) star party at Catalina State Park due to adverse weather. The next one scheduled for Catalina State Park is February 18\, 2023 from 7-9 pm. \nStar 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.  Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association will have 10 telescopes for astronomical viewing.  We 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/catalina-state-park-stargazing-5/
LOCATION:Catalina State Park\, 11570 N Oracle Rd\, Catalina\, AZ\, United States
CATEGORIES:Star Parties
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221013T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221013T203000
DTSTAMP:20260505T220853
CREATED:20220816T075712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221010T065103Z
UID:7787-1665685800-1665693000@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:ONLINE – Astronomy Fundamentals Meeting – October 2022
DESCRIPTION:Historical Astronomer of the Month:\nAstronomers who came between Ptolemy and Copernicus\nPresenter:  Peter Hermes \nPete Hermes will be giving a presentation on astronomers who came between Ptolemy and Copernicus. \nMain Presentation:  \nUsing and navigating the hand controller for Celestron GoTo telescopes\nPresenter:  Connor Justice\n \nOur main topic this month will be a walkthrough on using and navigating the hand controller for Celestron GoTo telescopes.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/online-astronomy-fundamentals-meeting-october-2022/
LOCATION:ONLINE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221007T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221007T203000
DTSTAMP:20260505T220853
CREATED:20220816T074129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220924T082019Z
UID:7778-1665167400-1665174600@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:HYBRID – General Meeting – October 2022
DESCRIPTION:TAAA’s next general member meeting will be held on Friday\, October 7\, 2022. 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 online through our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/TucsonAstronomy/\n\n(A recording will be available on YouTube a few days after the meeting at\nhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRjjxnxMBbO98o801Bpk19w)\nSpecial Note: The Raymond E. White 21” telescope will be available to view through from 7 PM to 10:30 PM\, courtesy of Steward Observatory. \n6:30 pm – Main Presentation\nTITLE:  A Sky Full of Satellites\nPRESENTATION:  With the creation of new low Earth-orbit satellite mega-constellations (containing 100 or more satellites)\, astronomers face a new reality\, one with as many as 100\,000 bright satellites which can ruin astrophotographic images\, both scientific and aesthetic. While there are many concerns about the damage these constellations cause\, our speaker\, Harry Krantz\, is currently observing them primarily to measure their brightness and evaluate current and future mitigation goals. Based on his extensive surveys and investigation of their brightness and behavior\, Harry will inform us about the real impacts that astronomers can expect from satellite mega-constellations. \nBIO:  Harry Krantz is a PhD student of Astronomy at the University of Arizona Steward Observatory. His research focuses on observing and characterizing satellites and debris in Earth orbit. With a background in engineering and systems development\, Harry plays a key role in creating new instruments\, telescope systems\, and techniques to overcome the unique challenges in observing satellites. \n 
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/hybrid-general-meeting-october-2022/
LOCATION:Steward Observatory Lecture Hall (Room N210)\, 933 N Cherry Ave\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85721\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221001T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221001T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T220853
CREATED:20210805T160625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221001T231828Z
UID:6228-1664650800-1664658000@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:Cienega Creek Natural Preserve Stargazing
DESCRIPTION:EVENT CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER. \nEVENT MOVED TO CIENEGA CREEK NATURAL PRESERVE parking lot at 16000 E Marsh Station Road from 7 – 9 pm. Fire at Agua Caliente Park currently has the park closed for a short time. \nINTERNATIONAL OBSERVE THE MOON at CIENEGA CREEK NATURAL PRESERVE. \nViewing Location:  Parking Lott\nInformation: Great dark skies in SOUTHEAST 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://www.eventbrite.com and search Agua Caliente Park Tucson. Fills up fast so recommend registering early.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/agua-caliente-park-stargazing-10/
LOCATION:Cienega Creek Natural Preserve\, 16000 E Marsh Station Road\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85641\, United States
CATEGORIES:Star Parties
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220924T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220924T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T220853
CREATED:20210805T163704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220822T222721Z
UID:6264-1664046000-1664053200@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:Oracle State Park
DESCRIPTION:Star Party-Oracle State Park\nTucson\, AZ\nViewing 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.  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 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/). 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/oracle-state-park/
LOCATION:Oracle State Park\, 3820 E Wildlife Dr.\, Oracle\, AZ\, 85623\, United States
CATEGORIES:Star Parties
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220924T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220924T203000
DTSTAMP:20260505T220853
CREATED:20220630T202730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220630T202730Z
UID:7648-1664046000-1664051400@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:Sunsites Library @ Community Center
DESCRIPTION:Join the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association and Cochise County Libraries for an evening of stargazing. We will observe planets\, galaxies\, stars\, star clusters\, nebulae\, and lots more. Bring a comfortable chair and layers to dress warmly.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/sunsites-library-community-center/
LOCATION:Sunsites Community Center\, 1216 E Treasure Rd\, Pearce\, AZ\, 85625\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220923T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220923T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T220853
CREATED:20220822T222540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220822T222540Z
UID:7797-1663956000-1663966800@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:Oracle Star Party
DESCRIPTION:Viewing will be at different locations around the town of Oracle with telescopes looking at different types of objects. Locations: \nOre House Hilltop Tavern and Restaurant – Star Clusters\nNonna Maria’s Restaurant – Nebulae.\nOracle Patio Cafe & Market – Planets.\nOracle Community Center – Galaxies. \nInformation: Great dark skies just north of Tucson at Oracle State Park.  Star Party open to the Public.  Events will be held around the town of Oracle. Stay tuned here for additional details. 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 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/). 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/oracle-star-party/
LOCATION:Oracle\, AZ\, Oracle\, AZ\, United States
CATEGORIES:Star Parties
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220908T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220908T203000
DTSTAMP:20260505T220853
CREATED:20220816T075327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220906T111346Z
UID:7784-1662661800-1662669000@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:ONLINE – Astronomy Fundamentals Meeting – September 2022
DESCRIPTION:Historical Astronomer of the Month:\nPtolemy\nPresenter:  Peter Hermes \nThis month our astronomer spotlight will be on the Greek astronomer Ptolemy presented by Peter Hermes. \nMain Presentation:  \nLunar Craters\nPresenter:  Doug Smith\n \nOur main topic this month is on Lunar Craters by Doug Smith. \n 
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/7784/
LOCATION:ONLINE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220903T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220903T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T220853
CREATED:20220116T191028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220116T191028Z
UID:7088-1662231600-1662238800@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:Stargazing at Historic 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. Registration is required. Go to Eventbright and search for stargazing Canoa Ranch.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-at-historic-canoa-ranch-5/
LOCATION:Canoa Ranch\, 5375 S I-19 Frontage Road\, Green Valley\, AZ\, 85622\, United States
CATEGORIES:Star Parties
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220902T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220902T203000
DTSTAMP:20260505T220853
CREATED:20220816T073413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220816T073734Z
UID:7775-1662143400-1662150600@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:HYBRID – General Meeting – September 2022
DESCRIPTION:6:30 pm – Main Presentation\nTITLE:  The James Webb Space Telescope: observing from the Solar System to the Earliest Universe\nPRESENTATION:  This talk will describe the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST)\, its instruments\, and what we have learned so far in its mission. The 10 billion dollar telescope\, now situated a million miles from Earth\, was launched on December 25\, 2021. With its sensitivity in the infrared spectrum\, (which can’t be seen by the human eye)\, it promises to reveal much valuable new information about the universe in which we live. Its first images\, released to the public on July 12\, 2022\, give a hint of what’s to come. Learn about them\, JWST’s future\, and how to keep up on JWST news.   \nBIO:  Christopher Willmer is an astronomer at Steward Observatory (University of Arizona). He’s been part of the JWST Near Infrared Camera (NIRcam) team since 2007. His professional interest is mapping the distribution of galaxies in space and understanding how these systems evolve over time.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/7775/
LOCATION:Steward Observatory Lecture Hall (Room N210)\, 933 N Cherry Ave\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85721\, United States
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