Joel Dick reviewed "30 Astronomy Book Suggestions" from his reading experience and personal library. Joel recommended these books at the online Recreational Astronomy Night meeting, which was held on September 16, 2020.
Arushi Nath, a grade 6 student and member of the RASC, Toronto Centre, gave an impassioned presentation on why she is interested in Astronomy and what interested her to work on getting the RASC Explore the Universe Certificate.
Colin Haig, past president of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada and Director of Marketing for Diffraction Limited, takes us on a journey of the history of CCD and CMOS astronomical cameras and what the future may hold.
Even at home, you’re never alone!
From the first announcement of its discovery in the atmosphere of Mars in 2003, methane has “punched above its weight” in our scientific imagination of the red planet.
For the upcoming month, Blake Nancarrow highlights the celestial events of the night sky. Since his reporting period excludes any New Moons, Blake embraces some of the features on his least favourite target, the Moon.
Jerry Vila gives us an overview of Nicolaus Copernicus' life and work and why it launched the start of the scientific revolution.
Ever wondered how you can get more out of your telescope observing? Ever hoped to connect with other backyard telescopes when the weather or your location is bad?
Stargaze with us during our first ever virtual Star Party on YouTube!
With comet C/2020 F3 fading fast, we can return to Jupiter and Saturn, which continue to offer stunning views. Neptune is close to the Earth on 10 Sep and we are slowly closing in on Mars.
Chris Vaughan takes us on a "spritzer" summer light edition of the Sky This Month for July 15-August 19, 2020.
On July 15, 2020, Artash Nath gave a presentation on Seismic Vibrations, how to measure them and on what impact the COVID-19 lockdown has had on these vibrations.
Ever wished you could do astro-imaging from your backyard and do so in comfort? David Robitaille wanted to do just that and he shows you the success he had in accomplishing this goal through frustration and perseverance.
Ever wonder what that bright object is in the night sky?
Over 4000 exoplanets have been discovered to date—but what do we really know about them, and how do we know it?