Two Weeks to Go!
We are just two weeks away from the April 8, 2024 solar eclipse. We still have time to prepare for the event. Here are some resources to help you plan! Total or partial? The...
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Looking Ahead by Looking Back
We are one month from the next total solar eclipse visible from the United States. Let’s look ahead by looking back at the annular eclipse from October 2023. Looking Ahead – April 2024 To...
Dark Shadow: An Eclipse on Jupiter
I know, it’s been quiet around here. I’m a community college professor, and the end of the semester is always busy. It’s a great job, and I’ll write about how I made the choice...
Annular Eclipse 101
Total solar eclipses happen when the Moon crosses in between the Earth and the Sun, briefly blocking the Sun from our view. So, what is the difference between a total solar eclipse and an...
A bit different this month – The Sky Tonight
It’s the first week of the month. You know what that means… it’s time for The Sky Tonight! But… not this month. The Sky Tonight The Sky Tonight is held the first Wednesday night...
Upcoming Solar Eclipses – The Sky Tonight
It’s the first week of the month. You know what that means… it’s time for The Sky Tonight! The Sky Tonight The Sky Tonight is held the first Wednesday night of every month. Every month we...
5 Ways to Prepare for April 2024 Total Solar Eclipse
Total solar eclipses happen when the Moon crosses in between the Earth and the Sun, briefly blocking the Sun from our view. This happens about every eighteen months, so why are many people excited...