Thursday, December 13, 2012
Watch the skies for a stunning display beginning Thursday, Dec. 13 through the 15th.
Astrologists predict the last of the three meteor showers to appear in the skies in mid December, the Geminid Meteor Shower is expected Dec. 13-15. The Taurid and Leonid Meteors streaked through the skies last month. Dark skies, due to a new moon, will mean the last meteor shower of the year will be even more stunning. Dec. 13: Geminid Meteor Shower Be sure to schedule a night this season to bundle up with some blankets, hot chocolate, and enjoy the light show in the sky. Don't have access to a telescope? The North Georgia College & State University’s Coleman Planetarium in Dahlonega (about 40 miles from Peachtree Corners) invites you and your family for star gazing. Check out the fall schedule featuring "Public Education Nights" on most…
Friday, November 16, 2012
The Leonid Meteor Showers are fast and bright and will appear to radiate from the constellation Leo the Lion in the pre-dawn hours of Nov. 17.
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Friday, November 16, 2012
As you begin hanging holiday lights, cast your gaze upon the universe's natural fireworks, as well. Astronomers anticipate several meteor showers to take place between now and the end of the year. Nov. 17: Leonid Meteor Shower Dec. 13: Geminid Meteor Shower Be sure to schedule a night this season to bundle up with some blankets, hot chocolate, and enjoy the light show in the sky. Don't have access to a telescope? The North Georgia College & State University’s Coleman Planetarium in Dahlonega (about 40 miles from Peachtree Corners) invites you and your family for star gazing. Check out the fall schedule featuring "Public Education Nights" on most Fridays at 8 p.m.
Sunday, November 11, 2012
Look to the skies for some stunning light displays this November and December - starting with the Taurid Meteor shower just after midnight.
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Sunday, November 11, 2012
Astronomers anticipate three meteor showers to take place over the next month, starting late tonight. Nov. 12: Taurid Meteor Shower Nov. 17: Leonid Meteor Shower Dec. 13: Geminid Meteor Shower Be sure to schedule a night this season to bundle up, lay out some blankets and enjoy the light show in the sky. Share your tips for photographing the showers, and tell us your favorite place in Peachtree Corners to view the skies.
