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Canceled: Star Party at Galaxy Quest

The star party originally planned for today (Saturday, January 18, 2025), is canceled. Weather forecasts predict that the thick clouds already seen outside our windows will douse us with rain tonight. The next opportunity to observe at Galaxy Quest in Lincolnville will be on April 26, 2025, beginning at 8:00pm.

Star Parties at Brower Observatory

Saturday, January 25, 2025 Saturday, February 1, 2025

Both of these nights will now be at Brower Observatory in Whitefield, because Foss Hill will not be available. Start times will be announced. Brower is ready for planet season with many fine planetary telescopes, including the awesome new Trischiefspiegler, if only the clouds will part for . . . → Read More: Star Parties at Brower Observatory

Star Party at Brower Observatory — Moon Occults Mars

Monday, January 13, 2025

The unusual weekday scheduling is correct. On this Monday night, the Moon will occult Mars. This delightful and unusual event could be seen from anywhere. If you must stay home on a weeknight, see it with your naked eyes or with whatever optics are at hand. Ordinary . . . → Read More: Star Party at Brower Observatory — Moon Occults Mars