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James Webb Image Release

Sunsites Community Center 1216 E Treasure Rd, Pearce, AZ, United States

Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association (TAAA) will be participating with several events over the summer and fall to highlight and discuss the images  from the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST). Our first event will be at the Sunsites Library @ 1:30 pm. Stop by and check it out. Here is some additional information about the event. … Continue reading James Webb Image Release

HYBRID – General Meeting – August 2022

Steward Observatory Lecture Hall (Room N210) 933 N Cherry Ave, Tucson, AZ, United States

6:30 pm - Main Presentation TITLE:  Sun Daggers and Simple Noontime Sun Observations; From the Hohokam and Ptolemy to Kepler and Einstein PRESENTATION: All cultures have specialists and laypeople observing the Sun, for purposes ranging from calendars (for planting and ritual days) and timekeeping, to astronomy research (e.g., sunspot counts, Earth’s orbit, and the gravitational … Continue reading HYBRID – General Meeting – August 2022

ONLINE – Astronomy Fundamentals Meeting – August 2022

ONLINE

Historical Astronomer of the Month: Giovanni Schiaparelli Presenter:  Connor Justice This month we are highlighting Giovanni Schiaparelli. Main Presentation:   Man and the Universe Presenter:  Doug Smith For our main topic, Doug Smith will be trying something new for this, with  a topic he has titled "Man and the Universe".

JWST First Image Discussion

Sunizona Library 6460 E Hwy 181, Pearce, AZ, United States

TAAA and Cochise County Library will be hosting another discussion of the first release images from the James Webb Space Telescope at the Sunizona Alice Woods Library. TAAA will present the images for discussion and Q&A.

HYBRID – General Meeting – September 2022

Steward Observatory Lecture Hall (Room N210) 933 N Cherry Ave, Tucson, AZ, United States

6:30 pm - Main Presentation TITLE:  The James Webb Space Telescope: observing from the Solar System to the Earliest Universe PRESENTATION:  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, … Continue reading HYBRID – General Meeting – September 2022

Stargazing at Historic Canoa Ranch

Canoa Ranch 5375 S I-19 Frontage Road, Green Valley, AZ, United States

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.

ONLINE – Astronomy Fundamentals Meeting – September 2022

ONLINE

Historical Astronomer of the Month: Ptolemy Presenter:  Peter Hermes This month our astronomer spotlight will be on the Greek astronomer Ptolemy presented by Peter Hermes. Main Presentation:   Lunar Craters Presenter:  Doug Smith Our main topic this month is on Lunar Craters by Doug Smith.  

Oracle Star Party

Oracle, AZ Oracle, AZ, United States

Viewing will be at different locations around the town of Oracle with telescopes looking at different types of objects. Locations: Ore House Hilltop Tavern and Restaurant - Star Clusters Nonna Maria's Restaurant - Nebulae. Oracle Patio Cafe & Market - Planets. Oracle Community Center - Galaxies. Information: Great dark skies just north of Tucson at … Continue reading Oracle Star Party

Sunsites Library @ Community Center

Sunsites Community Center 1216 E Treasure Rd, Pearce, AZ, United States

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.

Oracle State Park

Oracle State Park 3820 E Wildlife Dr., Oracle, AZ, United States

Star Party-Oracle State Park Tucson, AZ Viewing Location: Kannally Ranch House Information: 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 … Continue reading Oracle State Park

Cienega Creek Natural Preserve Stargazing

Cienega Creek Natural Preserve 16000 E Marsh Station Road, Tucson, AZ, United States

EVENT CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER. EVENT 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. INTERNATIONAL OBSERVE THE MOON at CIENEGA CREEK NATURAL PRESERVE. Viewing Location:  Parking Lott Information: Great dark … Continue reading Cienega Creek Natural Preserve Stargazing

HYBRID – General Meeting – October 2022

Steward Observatory Lecture Hall (Room N210) 933 N Cherry Ave, Tucson, AZ, United States

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 … Continue reading HYBRID – General Meeting – October 2022

ONLINE – Astronomy Fundamentals Meeting – October 2022

ONLINE

Historical Astronomer of the Month: Astronomers who came between Ptolemy and Copernicus Presenter:  Peter Hermes Pete Hermes will be giving a presentation on astronomers who came between Ptolemy and Copernicus. Main Presentation:   Using and navigating the hand controller for Celestron GoTo telescopes Presenter:  Connor Justice Our main topic this month will be a walkthrough … Continue reading ONLINE – Astronomy Fundamentals Meeting – October 2022

Catalina State Park Stargazing

Catalina State Park 11570 N Oracle Rd, Catalina, AZ, United States

CANCELLED.    CANCELLED.   CANCELLED We 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. Star Party-Catalina State Park Tucson, AZ Viewing Location: Trailhead Picnic area at end of road inside the … Continue reading Catalina State Park Stargazing

Chiricahua National Monument Stargazing

Chiricahua National Monument 12856 E Rhyolite Creek Rd, Willcox, AZ, United States

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 … Continue reading Chiricahua National Monument Stargazing