The abundance of scientific research, so far, favors the notion that meteors carry amino acids, biologically necessary or not, from interstellar space. This provides our planet with the seeds of life.
Find out which planets, stars, and lunar events are occurring this March 2025! Times provided in EDT.
An asteroid doesn’t care about borders, politics, or cultural differences. Astronomy shows us not just how small we are in the grand scheme, but also how extraordinary it is that we can stand beneath the stars and learn from them.
Each evening, we would take our folding chairs out to the beach to observe the beautiful sunsets over the water. The sunsets were always predictable, except this one day. Something changed. Something special happened. Something got my attention. Wow! What is that?
“The sky is falling” is a familiar childhood refrain that conjures the image of an over-anxious hen’s doomsday fears. While we typically dismiss thoughts of
Dear Members, We are thrilled to share that our recent year-end appeal raised over $40,000—the most substantial level of support we’ve seen in decades. Your
In our first board-led end-of-the-year fundraising appeal, we have raised more than $40,000 in gifts from our generous members, family, friends, and astronomy enthusiasts! A
Observing January 3: 5:30 PM – 11:00 PM ETFloyd Bennett Field: 3159 Flatbush AveBrooklyn, NY 11234 January 7: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM ETFort Greene: 69 Lafayette AveBrooklyn, NY 11217 Members
I am thrilled to inform you all that, pursuant to our governing by-laws and NYS nonprofit corporation law, Alfredo has nominated and the board has
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