Author: Chris Lee

  • Monthly General Meeting, Sunday June 9th @ 7pm

    We have our general meeting this coming Sunday. We will meet at 7:00 p.m. June 9th on the GMU campus. As we’ve done for the last several months, we’ll gather in Research Hall, Room 163; this is the large meeting room on the ground floor of the building next to the observatory tower. More information on our general meetings can be found at: http://www.novac.com/meetings/   Here is some additional information on the talk – The NuSTAR Mission Read more […]

  • Lovettsville’s 2nd Annual Mayfest on Saturday, May 25th

    We are stil looking for volunteers, so am asking that anyone with the least inclination to pitch in and do some relief work to come and do so! Especially needed are any members with solar scopes, or those who have interest in promoting IDA or other Dark Sky initiatives. The Mayfest is a full day of old-fashioned family fun, including live music, local vendors, food and drink, and even a pie-eating contest! For more information visit www.lovettsvillemayfest.com Read more […]

  • C.M. Crockett Event for May 18th Cancelled

    The weather forecast is pretty (un)clear fortonight, so I’m canceling this event today. Just a heads up – next month is a double header, on SAT 15JUN we’ll have solar observing in the afternoon and nighttime stargazing at night. So I’ll be needing volunteers for both or either. Greg – I’m copying you on this to see if you and your solar buddies might want to participate in the daytime activities. Craig – Please confirm that the field is available for our use on that day. I’ll set the start time Read more […]

  • Monthly Meeting @ GMU 7pm May 5th

    We have a general meeting this coming Sunday, May 5. We’re meeting a week earlier than usual so that we don’t cause a conflict with anyone’s plans for Mother’s Day. We will meet at 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 13 on the GMU campus. As we’ve done for the last several months, we’ll gather in Research Hall, Room 163; this is the large meeting room on the ground floor of the building next to the observatory tower. More information on our general meetings can be found at: http://www.novac.com/meetings/ and Read more […]

  • Astronomy Day Event May 11th 3-11pm @ Sky Meadows

    The whole family will enjoy this free event! Activities include: safe views of the sun, fun games for kids, a guided tour of the night sky and spectacular views of the universe through club member’s telescopes. Special presentations in our big tent – Rain or Shine – “Just Do It! Getting Started in Astrophotography” by Bob Traube, “The Real Alien Visitors to Earth: Meteors, Meteorites, Asteroids, and Comets in the Neighborhood ” by Alan Goldberg, and a Special Presentation by Dr. Read more […]

  • AHSP 2013 is SOLD OUT!

    The Almost Heaven Star Party being held from 6-10 September 2013 at TMI at Spruce Knob West Virginia is SOLD OUT!  We look forward to seeing everyone there! Check out www.ahsp.org for updates and communications on the event.

  • Our first trans-atlantic speaker! Monthly Meeting – April 14th

    On 14 April, starting at 23:15 UT, the Northern Virginia Astronomy Club (NOVAC) will offer you a unique chance to explore cosmic landscapes from the comfort of your chair or from Research Hall Rm 163 at George Mason University. General Meeting Info and Directions – (http://www.novac.com/wp/outreach/meetings/) Read more […]

  • Regional Star Parties

    For you far out planners the list was updated with the dates of a few that are set for 2014! Star parties are an important part of the amateur-astronomy scene. Offering dark skies and astronomical fellowship, these events often attract hundreds of enthusiasts. Here is a list of several star parties in and around the Mid-Atlantic area. Contact Us to add one! Read more […]

  • Monthly Meeting – March 10th

    Our meeting begins at 7:00 p.m. EDT (don’t forget the Daylight Saving Time shift this weekend!) Our guest speaker is Andrea Jones and she will speak on Mars Exploration Missions and Future.  Come join us! Details on the meeting location and the dinner beforehand can be found here – http://www.novac.com/wp/outreach/meetings/

     

  • Women of Astronomy

    Women of Astronomy

    Women’s Astronomical Discoveries from BC to Present. Presented by Claire and Scott Paisley at the the 30th annual NOVAC Star Gaze, on Saturday, October 6th 2012. This is a short powerpoint presentation of women’s contributions to Astronomy.         [fusion_builder_container hundred_percent=”yes” overflow=”visible”][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type=”1_1″ background_position=”left top” background_color=”” border_size=”” border_color=”” border_style=”solid” Read more […]