Logo Astronomy Day is a world-wide event observed each spring and fall around the time of first-quarter moon. Local astronomical societies, planetariums, museums, and observatories sponsor public viewing sessions, presentations, workshops, and other activities to increase public awareness about astronomy and our universe. Key LinksAstronomical LeagueLatest Astronomy Day InformationAstronomy Day Fact SheetAstronomy Day Co sponsorsFree …
Photo: Grand Canyon NP, Star Party (Some rights reserved) Astronomy = the branch of science that deals with celestial objects, space, and the physical universe as a whole HeadlinesSKA precursor telescope MeerKAT inaugurated in South AfricaEvery point is a galaxy – ESA Planeta.com
Poster WOTY, aka the Word of the Year, is given by various organizations and highlight language which reflect the popular discourse. While Planeta.com does not officially release a ‘Word of the Year,’ we do compile our favorites each year, part of a game we call Buzzword Bingo. Among our favorite words from 2017: Nature: EPA, Lake …