Eyepiece, the Amateur Astronomers Association monthly newsletter, covers lectures and other astronomy events in New York City; offers commentary, tips on observing and equipment and summarizes astronomy discoveries and other general news in astronomy and astrophysics. Each month, our “What’s Up in the Sky” column discusses what can be seen in the skies during the upcoming month. Members do all the writing for Eyepiece, and new contributors are always welcome. Submit today!
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The Coalsack Nebula: the Black Magellanic Cloud
The Coalsack Nebula is located about 600 light-years away in the constellation of Crux — The Southern Cross. This huge object forms a conspicuous silhouette
Devjani Huggins
September 1, 2022
Astro-Cartoons by Dennis Kendrick
A new set of cartoons from our very own AAA member and professional illustrator, Dennis Kendrick
Dennis Kendrick
August 1, 2022
The Cosmology of Geocentrism versus Heliocentrism: A Personal Experience
At about 6:30 AM on August 1, 2020, while standing in a hay field in rural Colorado, I noticed a bright object on the Eastern
George Roush
August 1, 2022
Astro-Cartoons by Dennis Kendrick
A new set of cartoons from our very own AAA member and professional illustrator, Dennis Kendrick
Dennis Kendrick
July 1, 2022
Astro-Cartoons by Dennis Kendrick
A new set of cartoons from our very own AAA member and professional illustrator, Dennis Kendrick
Dennis Kendrick
June 1, 2022
A Nice Double Star Target For May!
Alrakis (alternately Arrakis), Mu Draconis (μ Draconis, abbreviated Mu Dra, μ Dra) – 21 Draco – Hipparchus 83608. Observing in NYC can be a challenge
Bart Fried
May 1, 2022
Astro-Cartoons by Dennis Kendrick
A new set of cartoons from our very own AAA member and professional illustrator, Dennis Kendrick
Dennis Kendrick
May 1, 2022
Astro-Cartoons by Dennis Kendrick
A new set of cartoons from our very own AAA member and professional illustrator, Dennis Kendrick
Dennis Kendrick
April 1, 2022