Tag Archives: Sherman

AAAP Merchandise

Posted on November 2, 2021 by ST Editors

by Rich Sherman Hello AAAP members,   I’m fellow member Rich Sherman, and I’m helping the AAAP update its merchandise program. We developed a simple 5 question survey that takes about one minute to complete. Your input is valuable and … Continue reading →

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Book Review

Posted on November 2, 2021 by ST Editors

by Richard Sherman The Smallest Lights in the Universe by Sara Seager   Published 2021   Grade:  A-  Paperback $14.99 on Amazon   336 pages  A brilliant young scientist begins her career that will take her to the elite echelons of exoplanet … Continue reading →

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To James Bond fans.

Posted on November 2, 2021 by ST Editors

by Richard Sherman “No Time to Die,” the latest James Bond movie was released to theaters in October. Ahead of watching Daniel Craig’s latest film as the timeless James Bond, I decided to re-watch a few films, including “Quantum of … Continue reading →

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Book Review I

Posted on October 1, 2021 by ST Editors

By Richard Sherman  The Mission by David W. Brown   Published 2021  Grade:  B+  Hardback $20.99, Paperback $18.99 on Amazon   480 pages  Here’s an astronomy book that isn’t filled with science. Rather, this newly-released book is the story of the men and women … Continue reading →

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Book Review II

Posted on October 1, 2021 by ST Editors

by Richard Sherman Galaxies by Govert Schilling  Published 2019   Grade:  A  Hardback $32.99 on Amazon   240 pages  If you are fascinated by galaxies and love great photos of galaxies, then this is the book for you. I thoroughly enjoyed Govert Schilling’s book—the … Continue reading →

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S.P.A.C.E.–The First Frontier?

Posted on July 31, 2021 by ST Editors

by Sam Sherman During the May monthly meeting, member Ira Polans spoke about his travels to the U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama. I smiled as he shared details about their wonderful exhibits and tours, including the bus … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Cosmic Queries

Posted on July 31, 2021 by ST Editors

by Richard Sherman  Cosmic Queries by Neil deGrasse Tyson  Published 2021   Grade:  A-  Hardback $19.49 on Amazon   312 pages  Well-known author and personality Neil deGrasse Tyson authored (or co-authored) his 14th book this year, titled Cosmic Queries. The book is published by National Geographic, … Continue reading →

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Observatory Report

Posted on June 2, 2021 by ST Editors

by Dave and Jennifer Skitt, Observatory Chairperson(s) Figured I give everyone an update on a recent Keyholder (KH) refresher training session.  We had nine persons total, 6 KH’s and 3 KH’s in training.  Rafael Caruso received his key at the … Continue reading →

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Book Review

Posted on June 2, 2021 by ST Editors

by Rich Sherman First Light: Switching on the Stars at the Dawn of Time by Emma Chapman Published 2021 Grade:  B+ Hardback $23.40 on Amazon 276 pages Award-winning astrophysicist Dr. Emma Chapman (Imperial College, London) just published “First Light: Switching on the … Continue reading →

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“Sky at Night” on Mars from the BBC

Posted on February 28, 2021 by ST Editors

by Richard Sherman Late last year, I subscribed to the BBC’s Sky at Night magazine, which is available in the USA in both print and digital editions. There is a 2-for-1 sale ongoing now where you can get two years … Continue reading →

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