Supernova Surprise

In our recent virtual programs we’ve explored the lifecycle of stars and how a supernova is the inevitable outcome for most. We’ll cover more on stellar giants this week (see below). Right now there’s a rare supernova visible in Cassiopeia, and all you need is a pair of binoculars and a good chart to find it!

Read Sky & Telescope’s article for full details:

https://skyandtelescope.org/astronomy-news/nova-in-cassiopeia-brightens-suddenly/

We need your help! Standley Lake Stargazing is raising funds to bring science and astronomy to more venues this summer with our Community Telescopes 2021 fundraiser! You can donate directly and help by sharing the word about the campaign at this link:

www.standleylakestargazing.com/fundraising

Want to look through a telescope? Have an old scope lying around and want to learn how to use it? Limited in-person star parties are coming soon! Stay tuned.

Join Standley Lake Stargazing this week for “Where the Wild Things Are: Cosmic Beasts” for more on supernovae, quasars, pulsars and other monsters lurking in the galaxy! Wed. May 12 @ 6:00 PM. Email register@standleylakestargazing.com to sign up. 

Stay well, and clear skies!