World Space Week

from the official website: World Space Week (WSW) kicks off October 4 with thousands of events globally, inspiring the next generation and celebrating the accomplishments and contributions of women to the space sector. The events will continue through October. In Read More …

Star Wars Day – May the Fourth

Since 2013, The Walt Disney Company has officially observed the holiday with several Star Wars events and festivities at Disneyland and Walt Disney World (Disney purchased Lucasfilm, including the rights to Star Wars, in late 2012).  The date was chosen for the pun on the catchphrase “May the Force be with you” as Read More …

National Astronomy Day

Originally started in 1973 by Doug Berger, the president of the Astronomical Association of Northern California, the intent was for local amateurs to set up various telescopes in busy urban locations so that passersby could enjoy views of the heavens. Since then, Read More …

Global Astronomy Month

Taken from Astronomers Without Borders: Inspired by the 100 hours of astronomy, this annual offshoot began upon the inception of Astronomers Without Borders are remains one of its flagship programs. A mix of various programs ranging from Astro Arts to Read More …