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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260509T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260509T220000
DTSTAMP:20260406T155942Z
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SUMMARY:Stargazing at Tucson Mountain Park – Juan Santa Cruz Picnic Area
DESCRIPTION:Star Party @ Tucson Mountain Park – Juan Santa Cruz Picnic AreaTucson\, AZ (right next to Sonoran Desert Museum) \n\n\n\nViewing Location: Small side loop on East side of main loop.Information: Great dark skies in Western Tucson.  Star Party open to the Public.  Cost: FREE. \n\n\n\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.For real-time updates\, follow this event on the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association Facebook Events Page: TAAA Facebook Events page \n\n\n\nEvent is FREE but REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Go to this link to register: https://www.explore.pima.gov/pima/programs and click on the “Environmental Education” square to select. Once open\, type in “stargazing” for the keyword and then scroll down for the event.These events may fill up early.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-at-tucson-mountain-park-juan-santa-cruz-picnic-area-11/
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:20260513T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260513T200000
DTSTAMP:20260322T064720Z
CREATED:20260322T064720Z
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UID:16081-1778697000-1778702400@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:ONLINE – Astronomy Fundamentals Meeting –May 2026
DESCRIPTION:TBD
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/online-astronomy-fundamentals-meeting-may-2026/
LOCATION:AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260516T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260516T220000
DTSTAMP:20260406T160413Z
CREATED:20260406T160413Z
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UID:16112-1778961600-1778968800@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:Stargazing at Oracle State Park
DESCRIPTION:Viewing Location: Kannally Ranch House  \n\n\n\nTypically a music event prior\, check the park’s website below.\n\n\n\nStar Party telescope viewing (8:00 – 10:00pm)\n\n\n\nInformation: Great dark skies just north of Tucson at Oracle State Park.3820 E Wildlife Dr.\, Oracle\, AZ 85623Star Party open to the Public. Admission fees for entrance into Oracle State Park apply. \n\n\n\nTucson Amateur Astronomy Association will have several telescopes for astronomical viewing. We will be observing the Moon + Planets\, Nebulae\, Galaxies\, and Star Clusters.Great opportunity to look through a wide variety of telescopes. Weather dependent. \n\n\n\nFor real-time updates\, follow this event on the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association Facebook event page:  TAAA Facebook Events page \n\n\n\nAlso: Check the Oracle State Park website for additional information and activities that day:Star Party at Oracle State Park | Oracle State Park (azstateparks.com)
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-at-oracle-state-park-18/
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:20260522T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260522T220000
DTSTAMP:20260406T161031Z
CREATED:20260406T161030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T161031Z
UID:16114-1779480000-1779487200@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:Stargazing at Saguaro National Park – East Side – Temp Venue change.
DESCRIPTION:Star Party – Saguaro National Park – East SideNow at their Desert Learning Center \n\n\n\n12661 E Broadway Blvd\, Tucson\, AZ 85730Map Coordinates: 32.22239965337127\, -110.72231843802784Drive to the end of Broadway Blvd\, parking is limited along roadside. Guides will give directions\, short walk to site. \n\n\n\nGreat dark skies on the East side of Tucson at Saguaro National Park – East Side’s Desert Learning Center. Please do not go to the National Park entrance\, it will be closed due to construction.Star Party is open to the Public. Event is free but NPS admission fees apply. \n\n\n\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. \n\n\n\nWeather dependent. For real-time updates\, follow this event on the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association Facebook Events Page: Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association | Facebook
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-at-saguaro-national-park-east-side-temp-venue-change-2/
LOCATION:Desert Research Learning Center\, 12661 E Broadway Blvd\, Tucson\, Arizona\, United States
CATEGORIES:Star Parties
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260605T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260605T170000
DTSTAMP:20260509T051653Z
CREATED:20260509T051653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T051653Z
UID:16255-1780646400-1780678800@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:HYBRID – General Meeting – June 2026
DESCRIPTION:TBD
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/hybrid-general-meeting-june-2026/
LOCATION:Steward Observatory Lecture Hall (Room N210)\, 933 N Cherry Ave\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85721\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260611T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260611T170000
DTSTAMP:20260509T051820Z
CREATED:20260509T051820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T051820Z
UID:16258-1781164800-1781197200@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:ONLINE – Astronomy Fundamentals Meeting –June 2026
DESCRIPTION:TBD
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/online-astronomy-fundamentals-meeting-june-2026/
LOCATION:AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260827T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260827T220000
DTSTAMP:20260810T195515Z
CREATED:20260806T214953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T195515Z
UID:16475-1787859000-1787868000@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:(Almost) Total Lunar Eclipse Viewing at Flandrau Planetarium
DESCRIPTION:An Almost (96%) Total Lunar Eclipse will be visible in Tucson and surrounding areas the evening of August 27th\, barring any cloud cover. The partial Eclipse begins 6:45 PM (Moonrise Tucson Time)\, Maximum eclipse at 9:12 PM (Tucson Time)\, Eclipse ends at 12:01 AM.  Moonrise is in the ESE @102° \n\n\n\nThe Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association will have several telescopes set up on the University of Arizona Mall in front of Flandrau Science Center. Viewing will be available from 7:30 to 10 PM. For real-time updates\, follow our Facebook Event page:  Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association | Facebook
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/almost-total-lunar-eclipse-viewing-at-flandrau-planetarium/
LOCATION:Flandrau Science Center\, 1601 E University Blvd\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Star Parties
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260904T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260904T200000
DTSTAMP:20260816T183411Z
CREATED:20260816T183339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260816T183411Z
UID:16493-1788546600-1788552000@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:TAAA Monthly General Meeting. Talk: TBD.
DESCRIPTION:Monthly TAAA General Meeting at Steward Observatory Lecture Hall at the University of Arizona. Open to member and the public. We tap into some great astronomy and science lectures through the University of Arizona and other great sources to include our own members.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/taaa-monthly-general-meeting-talk-tbd-2/
LOCATION:Steward Observatory Lecture Hall (Room N210)\, 933 N Cherry Ave\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85721\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260911T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260911T213000
DTSTAMP:20260807T202337Z
CREATED:20260806T211056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T202337Z
UID:16463-1789155000-1789162200@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:Stargazing at Agua Caliente Park
DESCRIPTION:Viewing Location:  Bus Lanes @ North end of Parking LotInformation: Great dark skies in Northeast Tucson.  Star Party open to the Public.  Cost: FREE. \n\n\n\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. \n\n\n\nPark 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: ((4) Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association | Facebook) \n\n\n\nFREE but REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.These events fill up fast so recommend registering early. \n\n\n\nTo Register go to: www.DiscoverNature.pima.gov  Then Log in or Create an account. Once logged in click on the “Environmental Education Programs” square. You should get the Pop-up screen “Register for a Program”. Scroll down to the event on the list or type in “Stargazing” into the keyword search. Once you find your event click on the “Register” button to the right. You must be logged in for the Registration screen to work.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-at-agua-caliente-park-12/
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:20260912T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260912T213000
DTSTAMP:20260806T211609Z
CREATED:20260806T211608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T211609Z
UID:16466-1789241400-1789248600@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:Stargazing @ Picacho Peak State Park
DESCRIPTION:Truely dark skies at a scenic location – Picacho Peak State ParkStar Party is open to the Public. Event is free but park admission fees apply. \n\n\n\nThe Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association will have several advanced amateur telescopes for astronomical viewing. \n\n\n\nWe will observe Planets\, Nebulae\, Galaxies\, Star Clusters and lots more.Great opportunity to look through a variety of telescopes at a really dark location. \n\n\n\nWeather dependent. For real-time updates\, follow this event on the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association Facebook Events Page: https://www.facebook.com/TucsonAstronomy/events
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-picacho-peak-state-park-12/
LOCATION:Picacho Peak State Park\, 15520 Picacho Peak Rd\, Picacho\, AZ\, 85141
CATEGORIES:Star Parties
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260918T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260918T210000
DTSTAMP:20260806T212057Z
CREATED:20260806T212057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T212057Z
UID:16469-1789758000-1789765200@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:Stargazing at Tumacácori National Historical Park
DESCRIPTION:Join TAAA and the National Park Service for an evening of stargazing at Tumacacori National Historical Park .  Address below.The Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association (TAAA) will have several telescopes with volunteer astronomers\, for astronomical viewing\, in front of the Old Mission. \n\n\n\nWe will observe Planets\, Nebulae\, Galaxies\, Star Clusters and lots more. Great opportunity to look through a variety of telescopes. \n\n\n\nEvent is free\, no reservations required\, but NPS admission fees apply. \n\n\n\nWeather dependent\, follow this event on the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association Facebook event page: TAAA Facebook Events page for weather updates on day of event.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-at-tumacacori-national-historical-park-8/
LOCATION:Tumacacori National Historical Park\, 1891 E Frontage Rd\, Tumacacori\, AZ\, 85640\, United States
CATEGORIES:Star Parties
ORGANIZER;CN="Bernie Stinger":MAILTO:astronomy-events@tucsonastronomy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260919T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260919T210000
DTSTAMP:20260806T212526Z
CREATED:20260806T212526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T212526Z
UID:16471-1789844400-1789851600@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:Stargazing at Oracle State Park
DESCRIPTION:Viewing Location: Kannally Ranch House  \n\n\n\nTypically a music event prior\, check the park’s website below.\n\n\n\nStar Party telescope viewing (7:00 – 9:00pm)\n\n\n\nInformation: Great dark skies just north of Tucson at Oracle State Park.3820 E Wildlife Dr.\, Oracle\, AZ 85623Star Party open to the Public. Admission fees for entrance into Oracle State Park apply. \n\n\n\nTucson Amateur Astronomy Association will have several telescopes for astronomical viewing. We will be observing the Moon + Planets\, Nebulae\, Galaxies\, and Star Clusters.Great opportunity to look through a wide variety of telescopes. Weather dependent. \n\n\n\nFor real-time updates\, follow this event on the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association Facebook event page:  TAAA Facebook Events page \n\n\n\nAlso: Check the Oracle State Park website for additional information and activities that day:Star Party at Oracle State Park | Oracle State Park (azstateparks.com)
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/stargazing-at-oracle-state-park-19/
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:20260927T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260927T150000
DTSTAMP:20260806T213142Z
CREATED:20260806T213141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T213142Z
UID:16473-1790514000-1790521200@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:Solar Telescope Observing @ Saguaro NP – East
DESCRIPTION:Join the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association (TAAA) and Saguaro National Park – East District\, 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.The Sun is at its peak in the sunspot cycle so there is LOTS of activity on its surface. \n\n\n\nThis event is FREE and open to the public\, no reservations required.  NPS admission fees apply. \n\n\n\nThe telescopes will be set up at the entrance 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-10/
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:20261002T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261002T203000
DTSTAMP:20260816T183800Z
CREATED:20260816T183800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260816T183800Z
UID:16496-1790965800-1790973000@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:TAAA Monthly General Meeting. Talk: Training for members on Policy for Working with Minors. Outreach Awards.
DESCRIPTION:Monthly TAAA General Meeting at Steward Observatory Lecture Hall at the University of Arizona. Open to member and the public. We tap into some great astronomy and science lectures through the University of Arizona and other great sources to include our own members.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/taaa-monthly-general-meeting-talk-training-for-members-on-policy-for-working-with-minors-outreach-awards/
LOCATION:Steward Observatory Lecture Hall (Room N210)\, 933 N Cherry Ave\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85721\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261003T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261003T210000
DTSTAMP:20260816T182713Z
CREATED:20260816T182712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260816T182713Z
UID:16488-1791054000-1791061200@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:Chiricahua Astronomy Complex Evening Under the Stars
DESCRIPTION:Our free Semi-Annual family-friendly public event at our Chiricahua Astronomy Complex (CAC)\, about 100 miles southeast of Tucson\, AZ near the Chiricahua Mountains and Chiricahua National Monument. The gate will open at 6 pm with observing from 7-9 pm. We will have several large telescopes available for observing our amazing universe. Reservations are required so we can track attendance. Please email euts[at]tucsonastronomy.org with number of people\, number of vehicles\, and contact email.
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/chiricahua-astronomy-complex-evening-under-the-stars/
LOCATION:Chiricahua Astronomy Complex\, 9315 E Perseus Way\, Pearce\, AZ\, 85625\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261106T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261106T200000
DTSTAMP:20260816T184136Z
CREATED:20260816T184135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260816T184136Z
UID:16498-1793989800-1793995200@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:TAAA Monthly General Meeting. Talk: TBD.
DESCRIPTION:Monthly TAAA General Meeting at Steward Observatory Lecture Hall at the University of Arizona. Open to members and the public. We tap into some great astronomy and science lectures. Active Members will receive a Zoom Link to attend by Zoom if desired. The meeting will also be streamed live to our TAAA YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@tucsonamateurastronomyasso2702/streams
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/taaa-monthly-general-meeting-talk-tbd/
LOCATION:Steward Observatory Lecture Hall (Room N210)\, 933 N Cherry Ave\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85721\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261204T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261204T200000
DTSTAMP:20260816T184248Z
CREATED:20260816T184247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260816T184248Z
UID:16500-1796409000-1796414400@tucsonastronomy.org
SUMMARY:TAAA Monthly General Meeting: Talk: TBD.
DESCRIPTION:Monthly TAAA General Meeting at Steward Observatory Lecture Hall at the University of Arizona. Open to members and the public. We tap into some great astronomy and science lectures. Active Members will receive a Zoom Link to attend by Zoom if desired. The meeting will also be streamed live to our TAAA YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@tucsonamateurastronomyasso2702/streams
URL:https://tucsonastronomy.org/event/taaa-monthly-general-meeting-talk-tbd-3/
LOCATION:Steward Observatory Lecture Hall (Room N210)\, 933 N Cherry Ave\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85721\, United States
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