by David H. Levy
A Total Eclipse of the Sun, part Two.
This is a story, not a report on observations.
On April 8, a total eclipse of the Sun tracked across Mexico, the United States, and Canada. Most of the United Staes enjoyed clear weather, and most of Canada did too.… Continue reading.
April 29: Eboard Meeting
May 1: Astrophotography Special Interest Group (ASIG)
May 4: MEMBERS ONLY: KDDS Orientation
May 5-6: Aquariids Meteor Shower Peak
May 5-7: Dark Sky Weekend
Denver Weather/Visibility Chart
May SkyMaps
Sky & Telescope Observing Opportunities through May 5
Longtime DAS Member and Chief Observer Jack Eastman traveled to Poplar Bluff, Missouri via Texas, courtesy of his friend and caregiver Dave Zielsdorf, to see the April 8 solar eclipse. Jack took his antique 3.5″ Alvan Clark & Sons telescope (circa 1870), using the Herschel wedge to make projections during the partial phases, then doing direct observations through it during the total phase.… Continue reading.
Weekly Skywatching Tips from Sky & Telescope Apr 21-22: Lyrids Meteor Shower Peak Apr 23: NSN Webinar Series: All About That Space: Science Updates with Dr. Nicolle Zellner Apr 24: MakerSIG Meeting: Designing a Finder/Guide Scope Part 3 of 4: Assembly, Adjustments, and Field Testing Apr 27: Member’s In-Reach: Viewing Comet Trails with Amateur-Sized Telescopes w/David Chandler
We are now accepting applications for Van Nattan-Hansen-Anderson Scholarship recipients for 2024.
Established in 1973, the Denver Astronomical Society’s Van Nattan-Hansen-Anderson Scholarship (VNHA) supports graduating high school and undergraduate college students majoring in astronomy and the physical sciences. Each year, scholarships may be awarded to students in good academic standing who have demonstrated intent and merit to pursue a career in the physical sciences or mathematics.… Continue reading.
Weekly Skywatching Tips from Sky & Telescope
Apr 15: DAS General Meeting: Mysteries of the Sun – Open to the public!
Apr 17: Astrophotography Special Interest Group
Apr 18: Standley Lake Stargazing presents: Are We Alone?
Apr 20-21: Northeast Astronomy Forum and Space Expo
Here are the current sky conditions and predictions for Chamberlin Observatory from our friends at ClearDarkSky.com. Click the image for a better view and more details.
Q: Where is the watch party?A: Observatory Park (https://maps.app.goo.gl/HPCDvyWr5AxnyM5n8)
Q: When do you open?A: This is an outdoor event.… Continue reading.
Apr 5-14: Sky & Telescope Sky Map Apr 6-13: International Dark Sky Week Apr 8: Solar Eclipse Watch Party at Chamberlin Observatory Apr 13: Open House at the Chamberlin Observatory