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Brother Guy Consolmagno & Dan Davis – Turning Left at Orion
OnlineTurn Left at Orion is a superb guidebook to the night sky; first published in 1990 and now in its 5th edition, the book has been described as 'the home astronomer's "bible." Turn Left at Orion provides all the information … Continue reading →
Amazing Astronomy and Fantastic Physics – Michigan Science Center
OnlineThe Universe is full of past, current and future scientific discovery! Join the Michigan Science Center for a live presentation where we'll explore the known and unknown world of physics in space using exciting demonstrations to simulate concepts that are … Continue reading →
Scale Model of the Solar System – Mike Bruno
OnlineMike Bruno of the Ford Amateur Astronomy Club shows off his scale model of the solar system. Related Video: "Riding Light" - travelling from the Sun in real-time at the speed of light. https://vimeo.com/117815404
The Life Cycle of Stars – Institute of Physics
The life-cycle of stars is fascinating; the fact that the carbon, oxygen, nitrogen and other elements that make up you, and everything around you, was created in the cores of stars, or during supernova explosions - that is astounding! Cover … Continue reading →
Virtual Planetarium – Michigan Science Center
OnlineJoin the Michigan Science Center as we explore the night time sky with our virtual planetarium. Learn with us about what we can see and take a close up look at some of our nearest neighbors. Paulette Epstein. Credit: Pat … Continue reading →
Which Planet is the Closest? – CGP Grey
OnlineWhich planet is closest to Earth? The answer may surprise you!
Dolores Hill – OSIRIS-REx Asteroid Mission is GO for TAG: Final Update Before Sample Collection!
OnlineNASA's OSIRIS-REx spacecraft mission has passed many milestones on its way to near-Earth asteroid (101955) Bennu. The team has overcome unforeseen obstacles including boulders in its path and pandemics. Important discoveries have been made all along. We learned how to … Continue reading →
Night Sky Myth Busters: The Lunar Edition! – John Pannuto
OnlineLearn a little about the moon tonight with John Pannuto as he “de-myth-tefies” some common myths about the Moon. John Pannuto joined the Oakland Astronomy Club three short years ago. He learned quickly that the view through a telescope is … Continue reading →
Evolution of the Moon – NASA
OnlineFrom year to year, the moon never seems to change. Craters and other formations appear to be permanent now, but the moon didn't always look like this. Thanks to NASA's Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter, we now have a better look at … Continue reading →
Ask the Astronomers! (Panel-Discussion)
OnlineA moderated panel with several astronomers will take questions from the viewing audience. Panelists: David Levy is the author or editor of 35 books and other products. He won an Emmy in 1998 as part of the writing team for the … Continue reading →