SOLAR ECLIPSE 2017
For the solar eclipse of August 21, 2017 we hosted a live viewing event at one of the local libraries packed with activity stations and a conference that attracted close to 600 patrons, and ran out of tickets.
A young boy observes the 2017 partial solar eclipse from an eastern Long Island, North-shore library, an event hosted by Astronomy For Change. Click the image for the full story.
Youth Programs
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Backyard Garden Astronomy
Your backyard garden is probably one of the best places to begin a lifetime journey of astronomy and learning, a place to simply enjoy the splendor of the night sky. Here you will be surrounded by nature on all sides, above, below and all around. From the plants and flowers with the soft, quieting sounds of the nocturnal creatures who have made your garden their home, to the infinite beauty of the sky above, nature abounds, all around!
One of our many friends was thoughtful enough to share the following resource. Please take a moment to read how you can make your backyard garden, your quiet abode in solace and peace, the place to connect with our universe above.
https://billyoh.com/resource/back-garden-astronomy-creating-your-perfect-home-stargazing-setup/
We, all of us, bound by this common origin, composed of elements forged in the nuclear cauldrons of lone-dead stars, look up at the stars and, in humility, connect with teacher other, fellow travelers on this magnificent blue oasis.
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Astronomy For Change and youth programs provides absolutely free astronomy resource designed to teach children about the exciting world of outer space. Learning about science should never be boring. We will take you to the moons of Jupiter, and explore the possibility of life on these distant worlds. Together we will learn how modern day scientists are pushing the limits of space exploration every day.
| So strap yourself in for a great ride. Our astronomy website is packed with games, activities, fun facts, and resources to help Teachers, Parents, and Students of all ages reach out and touch our universe. For TeachersWe are fortunate to have on staff professionals with advanced degrees in Mathematics, Astronomy and Astrophysics. These staff members are Project Astro Astronomers as well as NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassadors. Project Astro is a worldwide program of the Astronomical Society of the Pacific where Professional Astronomers engage local and regional school districts and their science teachers, assisting them in enhancing their science education programs. NASA’s Solar System Ambassador’s program represents the country’s space agency to the public, advocating for strong and continued support for their missions of discovery and educational outreach. |
