December is an exciting month for those who like to look up, with a comet, a meteor shower, and a conjunction between the ...

Oct. 16—ROCHESTER — Here's a bright idea. Look to the west after sunset; the brightest star on the west horizon right now is Venus. If you hold your hand out at arm's length, put your thumb at Venus ...

With the interstellar visitor headed for its closest approach to our home planet, NASA has advised people on how to best ...

1. Take eclipse day off — now! Spring may still seem like a long way off, but April 8, 2024, may turn out to be a very popular vacation-day request. If you’re considering checking out an eclipse, be ...

Before you set your telescope up next time, read through the four following items. I hope one or more of them will help you get more from your session. You’ve placed your solar filter on the front of ...

KALAMAZOO, MI -- The Kalamazoo Astronomical Society has lined up a series of classes to prepare people for the April 8, 2024, total eclipse. The organization’s free “Eclipse Series” starts Friday, Nov ...

If you've ever wanted to get involved in astronomy, October might be a great time to get started. Here are some tips from the American Museum of Natural History's Sr. Education Manager, as well as ...