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12 August

Perseid meteors

The Perseids are a prolific meteor shower associated with the comet Swift–Tuttle. The Perseids are so called because the point from which they appear to come, called the radiant, lies in the constellation Perseus. The name derives in part from the word Perseides (Περσείδες), a term found in Greek mythology referring to the sons of Perseus. - Wikipedia
11 August

UofT Planetarium: A Grand Tour of the Cosmos

Showtimes: 7:00pm, 8:10pm, 9:15pm
9 August

Recreational Astronomy Night

Watch the recorded video on YouTube
9 August

Barton Library: Hamilton Amateur Astronomers

How many stars are in our galaxy? Which planet is most like Earth? Find out these answers and so much more from Hamilton Amateur Astronomers.
8 August

Northern District Library: The Great North American Eclipse

Join Dr. Jennifer West as she discusses a brief history of eclipse viewing. Learn about the partial solar eclipse that will be visible in Toronto on August 21, 2017.
8 August

UofT Knox College: An Astronomical Potpourri

Now in its 24th year, the Knox College Summer Program is a non-degree morning lecture series for the curious mind. The series focuses on diverse subjects with lectures presented by experts in their fields.
3 August

Heritage Toronto: Campus & Cosmos: Toronto’s Astronomical Heritage

A Heritage Toronto walking tour of significant astronomical sites on and around the University of Toronto's St. George Campus.
2 August

Beaches Library: Solar Eclipses with Dr. Jennifer West

Join Dr. Jennifer West as she discusses the phenomenon of solar eclipses in preparation for the solar eclipse on Monday August 21st. Dr. West is a Postdoctoral Fellow who uses large radio surveys to study magnetic fields in the universe. She is also enthusiastic about astronomy education and outreach.
31 July

City Star Party (GO for Monday)

Hover above the moon like an astronaut and get eye-to-eye with the planets. Find colourful stars, star clusters, bright nebulae and even another galaxy. Our monthly City Star Party is the place to catch universe from within the city limits at Bayview Village Park. If you don't have a telescope then you will find many astronomers who would love to share a view. If you are thinking of buying a telescope, viewing with other people's equipment is the best way to make a good choice. If you have a telescope or binoculars, please bring it!
29 July

UofT: Canada 150 Star Party

The Canada 150 Star Party at the University of Toronto will take place on Saturday, July 29, 2017. Join us for this FREE telescope viewing night! If it is clear, you will be able to observe a first quarter Moon and the planets Saturn and Jupiter. Even the International Space Station will make a pass or two that night. We will be handing out Dunlap eclipse glasses that can be used for the upcoming solar eclipse on August 21, 2017. Plus, there will be plenty of U of T astronomers on hand to answer your questions.
29 July

RASC Mississauga: National Astronomy Star Party

Come out and observe the universe at the Riverwood Conservancy! Join members of the Mississauga Centre of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada as they set up large telescopes to look at the Moon, planets and stars. Saturday July 29 is the first National Star Party. Astronomy clubs across the country are holding a star party tonight to celebrate Canada's 150th anniversary since Confederation.