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Orion the Hunter

Posted on February 2, 2020 by ST Editors

by Theodore R Frimet neither slumber nor sleep The night sky is truly wonderful. I find it sometimes hard to explain. I have been searching for an explanation ever since. What, you ask? Orion the Hunter appears on his side, … Continue reading →

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Permit the Hermit

Posted on February 2, 2020 by ST Editors

by Theodore R Frimet pay to view Recently, a member forwarded a link to an online article detailing New York States Stargazing Permit programs. Clearly for 2020, the Empire State has gone above and beyond. The permit for the hermit, … Continue reading →

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Snippets

Posted on February 2, 2020 by ST Editors

compiled by Arlene & David Kaplan Sun’s surface seen in remarkable new detail Behold the Sun’s convulsing surface at a level of detail never seen before. The Daniel K Inouye Solar Telescope on Hawaii has released pictures that show features … Continue reading →

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From the Director

Posted on January 5, 2020 by ST Editors

      by Rex Parker, Phd director@princetonastronomy.org Video Astronomy for AAAP Members Many of us have had the experience of showing the planets, sun, and deep sky to the public using telescopes. Children and adults alike can be inspired … Continue reading →

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From the Program Chair

Posted on January 5, 2020 by ST Editors

by Ira Polans, Program Chair Hope you and your families had a happy holiday season! Featured Speaker The January meeting of the AAAP will be held on the 14th at 7:30 PM in the auditorium of Peyton Hall on the … Continue reading →

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Minutes of the December 10, 2019 AAAP General Meeting

Posted on January 5, 2020 by ST Editors

by John Miller, Secretary ● Director Rex Parker opened the meeting, 7:30PM. He reviewed several current items on the club’s agenda (Space X satellite petition; newly-purchased equipment and the upcoming field trip to the Info Age Learning Center – Wall … Continue reading →

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Sharing the Sky, January—March 2020

Posted on January 5, 2020 by ST Editors

by Jeffrey Pinyan In an effort to remain an active participant in the AAAP while I adjust to fatherhood, I’ve decided to pen a series of informative and educational notices about selected upcoming astronomical events. I call it “Sharing the … Continue reading →

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Do the Dew

Posted on January 5, 2020 by ST Editors

by Theodore R Frimet the dragons breath A few months ago I gave a partial reference to the oft-used phrase, “water, water, everywhere, and not a drop to drink”. (1) This Saturday morn, instead of watering at the mouth, and … Continue reading →

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Lead, Follow, or Color me.

Posted on January 5, 2020 by ST Editors

by Theodore R Frimet do crayons come in low albedo? Dear Mr. Elon Musk, As there is no doubt that you are very tired. I will put my bottom line up front. Please contact a local Coating provider. Elon Musk, … Continue reading →

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