September 2018 – Page 2 – Amateur Astronomers Association

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To Our Astronomers

As the sun begins to fade and fall into the earth, the sheets of night drape over our heads, the moon is given birth. The

Joshua Berman September 1, 2018

Events on the Horizon

September dates of upcoming AAA events 01/Saturday Observing, Pier i, Manhattan, begins at sunset 04/Tuesday Observing, High Line, Manhattan; begins at sunset 05/Wednesday AAA Class,

Peter Tagatac September 1, 2018

ISS Transiting Jupiter

Transits are some of my favorite celestial events to photograph. Images of the ISS transiting the Moon or the Sun provide a unique perspective on

Arthur Franke September 1, 2018

Mars at Opposition July 30, 2018

During the last weekend in July, at 36 million miles, Mars was closer to earth than at any other time between 2003 and 2035. Backyard

Mauri Rosenthal September 1, 2018

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!