Presentation:  Following Pluto's Heart: A Look into Pluto's Past and Present When NASA’s New Horizons spacecraft flew through the Pluto system in 2015, it revealed a geologic surface of surprising complexity, which further hinted at the dwarf planet’s unusual hidden depths. The characteristics of Pluto’s thick ice shell and its potentially long-lived subsurface ocean, as … Continue reading ZOOM ONLY – General Meeting – June 2024 →

Main Presentation:  Cosmic Microwave Background Presenter:  Connor Justice Connor Justice will be presenting on the history behind the Cosmic Microwave Background.

Presentation 1:  Observing The Fall Sky Mary Turner presents her popular seasonal talk about what to see in the summer night sky, as well as fascinating myths and facts about each object. Learn about bright planets, meteor showers, and all else accessible, to the naked eye, binoculars, and/or telescopes. Bio: Dr. Mary Turner received her … Continue reading HYBRID – General Meeting – August 2024 →

Main Presentation:  Supernovae Presenter:  Connor Justice This month for our main topic, we will be revisiting a 2019 presentation on Supernovae. Constellation of the Month:  Pegasus We will also be revisiting the Constellation Pegasus, to give some observation ideas for the Fall once monsoon season breaks.  

Presentation:  My Deep-Sky Astrophotography Journey TAAA member David Stearn shares his journey into Deep-Sky Astrophotography, showcasing his transition from landscape and nature photography to capturing the wonders of the cosmos. This presentation is perfect for visual astronomers interested in exploring the world of imaging, as well as for seasoned astrophotographers looking to learn new techniques. … Continue reading HYBRID – General Meeting – September 2024 →

Main Presentation:  Star Atlas Presenter:  Connor Justice This month, Connor Justice will be re-presenting a 2019 presentation on Star Atlas. Astronomer of the Month:  Al-battani Presenter:  Pete Hermes Pete Hermes will be highlighting the Middle Ages astronomer Al-battani.