An amateur astronomy club
A goodly number of CMASians have RSVP’d for tonight’s Electronically Assisted Astronomy at Brian Murphy’s home in Hallowell, tonight (Friday, February 1, 2019 (Yep! “Friday,” not “Saturday!”). Astronomers inside on the couch, watching live images from the camera outside in the remotely-controlled telescope, on a clear night… What could be better for a mid-winter’s soiree? … Read more
In honor of the polar vortex, CMAS is postponing the long-awaited return to the Damariscotta River Association’s Salt Bay Farm, previously announced for this Saturday (February 2, 2019). Anticipated wind chills will be in the single digits, with a high of only 10ºF. That can be rough in an open field, even with access to … Read more
NO STAR PARTY TONIGHT The verdict is in: There will be no star party, no flashmob tonight (Saturday, January 26, 2019). The handful of astronomers who responded to this afternoon’s inquiry have said that, in honor of the cold and ice, they shall be staying home. But, because tomorrow is always better, CMAS also announces… … Read more