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You will find here a list of planned observations. Although these events are scheduled specifically for BCTC students enrolled in astronomy classes at the college, visitors are welcome. Most observations will be scheduled for Monday, Tuesday, or Thursday.

Unless otherwise indicated, all observations are held at the UK arboretum. We usually meet within a triangle defined by the parking lot, the main building, and the large UK water tower.

Here is a look at the current viewing forecasts. These are gotten from the Clear Dark Sky Website.

If under "cloud cover" it looks blue for the evening in question, it is probably a go, but check the status below on the evening of the observation for certainty.

Check this link frequently; at times there may be very little lead time.

When: Wednesday, Sept. 3^rd from 9:00PM to 11:00PM
What: We will look at the summer sky, including the Summer Triangle, and stars of the major summer constellations. Other deep sky objects will be viewed as the twilight turns to night.
Status: Still Scheduled, no call yet.
Make-up date: Thursday, Sept. 4^th

When: Thursday, September 11th, 8:00pm to 10:00pm
What: Planetary alignment. This evening, Venus and Mars will be less than half a degree from each other in the sky. This is unusually close, and worth a look. We'll also look at Jupiter, and possibly Mercury. Be on time, because these planets will be setting fast in the west.
Status: Still scheduled, no call yet.

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