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Kids at Astronomy Day 2008
Local Group Astronomy Club

S&T Astronomy Day Awards for 2008

The Astronomical League has announced the winners of this year's S&T Astronomy Day Award — and this year there's a tie for the top spot! > read more

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Shortly after sunset
This Week's Sky at a Glance
Low in the sunset, Venus and Mercury pair up closely this week. Soon after dark, Jupiter shines at its highest in the south. > read more
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Constellation of Scorpius
Photo Gallery
Here we showcase amateur astrophotos from visitors to our online photo gallery. > read more

 

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LET'S GO STARGAZING!
Astronomy doesn’t have to be hard! Inside here are articles for stargazers of all ages — in clear, easy-to-understand language. > read more
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