A continuation of our Cloudy Nights Workshop series, this event is hosted by Jim and Moriah Goodall, in their 2000 square-foot pole barn, where there is lots of space for projects, plenty of tools, and a play area for the younger kids. This time of year, we don't expect great weather, but if it happens …
Exclusive Tour of a Once World-Class Observatory GMAC members inspect the coelostat, during the tour of Tower 2 Join us for an exclusive tour of the McMath–Hulbert Observatory, located in Lake Angelus, Michigan. Jim Shedlowsky, of the Warren Astronomical Society, will lead a small group through the historic building, sharing inside knowledge and stories along …
The General Motors Astronomy Club will be joining the Warren Peregrine Falcon Group next Wednesday, June 19th, for some birdwatching and stargazing. Feel free to bring a chair, binoculars, and a telescope, if you have one. We will be sharing our telescopes to view the birds and then enjoying the night sky afterward, if the …
UPDATE: We have a speaker for tonight! Our very own Senior Astronomer, Tony Licata, will be sharing his presentation, entitled "Telescopes Restorations and Astronomy From the Good Old Days". Tony is accomplished astrophotographer and a retiree of General Motors, where he worked as an automotive sculptor for 32 years. Join us for a Workshop! The …
Stop by and see the Moon, Jupiter, or Saturn on your way back from the concert in the park. We will be set up at 330 N Main Street, across from Coratti's. Also, anyone with a telescope is welcome to set up with us.
Stop by and see the Moon, Jupiter, or Saturn on your way back from the concert in the park. We will be set up on Leroy Street, near the fire hall. Also, anyone with a telescope is welcome to set up with us!
Once again, the Great Lakes Association of Astronomy Clubs (GLAAC) is partnering with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources this year to bring the event to the Kent Lake area of Island Lake State Recreation Area. The event will be September 13 & 14, from 6:00 pm to midnight, rain or shine, both nights. Outdoor astronomy …
The Great Lakes Star Gaze Michigan star party is open to anyone. Come chat with other star lovers and astronomers while you enjoy the night sky like never before. Visit http://www.greatlakesstargaze.com/ for details.
We Care About Your Safety! The Livingston County Health Department provided notice on Sunday, September 29th, that one case of Eastern Equine Encephalitis (“EEE”) has been confirmed in Livingston County, and has recommended that members of the community act to reduce their risk of contracting EEE. Due to the heavy mosquito population at our observing site, …
Purchase Tickets to the Meteorite Hunt Online Now! Rocks From Space! On the evening of Jan 16th, 2018, a meteor entered the earths atmosphere over southeast Michigan and exploded over Livingston County. Dozens of fragments of the meteor were found scattered on the lakes below in Hamburg Township and there are many more are …
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