Oct.28, 2018

Sky Notes - November 2018

In this month's edition:

  • Planetary Skylights: Jupiter, Saturn, Mars, Uranus Neptune and Venus
  • Meteors: Leonids, North & South Taurids
  • Comets: Comet 46P/Wirtanen
  • November 2018 Sky Charts
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By Mark D
Oct.28, 2018

Danby Dark Sky Event

After a mild week of clear evenings, it was on the cards that for the weekend of the half term ‘dark sky’ event at the Danby Moors Centre, an arctic plunge would complicate matters.  Chilly, blustery, showery conditions are not conducive for observing outdoors.  Therefore the decision was taken to host an indoor presentation for the 55 or so people who had booked to come along.  Although conditions did improve marginally, it proved to be the correct choice. [Read more about Danby Dark Sky Event]

By Mark D
Oct.28, 2018

Night Scenes 2019

We will be putting in an order for 25 copies of Night Scenes 2019, however they are not expected out until late October/early November, so we may have to be a little patient. The price may also have increased, though perhaps not to the stated price on the Astrospace website, (Paul normally does us a deal) If you want to reserve a copy please let Mark know. [Read more about Night Scenes 2019]

By Mark D
Oct.28, 2018

Society Christmas Meal 2018

We have now booked the Hare and Hounds for Dec 1st for 19:00h.  The booking is for up to 15 people, give or take, so it will be first come first serve.  A pre order of menu choices will be required a week before the date. [Read more about Society Christmas Meal 2018]

By Andi