April 2023 Skies April Skies in 2023 offer many interesting astronomical events to observe. One of the great things about April is that, for those of us in the East, we are back on the same time zone after Daylight Saving ends on Sunday, April 2nd. This means that our...
Looking up at the night sky is a mesmerizing experience that can open up a whole new world of wonder and amazement. However, in order to fully appreciate the beauty of the stars and planets, it’s important to have the right equipment. Choosing the right...
Caroline Herschel was a German-English astronomer born on March 16, 1750, in Hanover, Germany. Despite facing many challenges as a woman in a male-dominated field, she made groundbreaking contributions to the field of astronomy. Caroline was the younger sister of...
Did you know that the Earth reaches equinox on March 21st at 08:24 am AEDT? It’s a really cool event that happens twice a year, around March 20th and September 23rd. During this time, the Earth’s equator passes through the center of the Sun’s disk,...
Mars is a fascinating planet that has captured the attention and imagination of people for centuries. Here are some interesting facts about Mars that you might enjoy learning: Did you know Mars is the fourth planet from the Sun and is often called the “Red...
