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SUMMARY:June 28\, 2024 Astronomy Observing Session
DESCRIPTION:DATE COULD SHIFT BASED ON WEATHER– This will be our latest start of the year. As Leo and Virgo head towards a western exit\, the Milky Way is now arching across the eastern horizon. It will rise higher and higher in the sky all night long\, and each successive week it will rise earlier and earlier. Along with it\, Scorpius and Sagittarius prepare to steal the summer show. If the weather goes against us\, we will move the event to the closest clear night and notify you. \nWe have several different telescopes that are on display including a 14″ Schmidt-Cassegrain housed in a permanent observatory. Inside the observatory\, you can watch deep sky objects grow in detail and full color on a wall-mounted monitor. Public sessions are co-facilitated by one or more of our growing cadre of astronomy cohorts: Mark Borton\, Roger Charbonneau Jr\, Jon Dean\, Jay Drew\, Scott Mallory\, John Natale\, Lee Polikoff\, Parag Sahasrabudhe\, Mark Strollo and Alan Sheiness. \nUpon registration you will receive a link to directions and observing session guidelines. For questions or comments\, please contact us at astronomy@lymelandtrust.org. Young or old\, experienced or totally unfamiliar\, we look forward to exposing you to our uniquely dark skies here in Lyme. \nAnd if you have a telescope\, we encourage you to bring it out. The more\, the merrier. Just follow the guidelines in the pdf you receive when you RSVP. \nClear skies! \nThe Lyme Land Trust Astronomy Group aspires to inspire and pursue the advancement of knowledge of astronomy through public outreach programs including but not limited to observation events\, education programs\, and presentations about varied astronomical topics by our members and guest speakers.  \nIf you like these programs and you are not currently a Lyme Land Trust Member\, please consider joining us using the green Become A Member link at the top of the LLT page.
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/june-28-2024-astronomy-observing-session/
LOCATION:Trail 53 Observatory- Details with RSVP
CATEGORIES:astronomy
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SUMMARY:INFO ONLY -Planetary Parade June 4 early am
DESCRIPTION:Your news feeds might speak of a ‘planetary parade’ tonight. It is accurate that the planets will be in a relatively tight line from the sun itself at the eastern horizon just before sunrise Tuesday\, spreading out up and to the right. Of them\, Saturn will be the brightest and easiest to spot\, followed by Mars\, and a thin crescent moon. Next in line are Jupiter with Mercury nearby\, but they will be extremely hard to see owing to the Sun’s encroaching light and their closeness to the horizon itself. Neptune and Uranus will be out there\, too\, but will need a telescope to spot. \nThis post is FYI only. No event is scheduled. \nThe screenshot shown comes from Star Maps of The Sun | TheSkyLive. \n  \nClear skies! \nThe Lyme Land Trust Astronomy Group aspires to inspire and pursue the advancement of knowledge of astronomy through public outreach programs including but not limited to observation events\, education programs\, and presentations about varied astronomical topics by our members and guest speakers.  \nIf you like these programs and you are not currently a Lyme Land Trust Member\, please consider joining us using the green Become A Member link at the top of the LLT page.
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/info-only-planetary-parade-june-4-early-am/
CATEGORIES:astronomy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240531T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240531T230000
DTSTAMP:20260409T153937
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SUMMARY:May 31\, 2024 Astronomy Observing Session
DESCRIPTION:DATE COULD SHIFT BASED ON WEATHER– Virgo is climbing higher in the southern sky along with its neighbor Corvus to the right (west)\, and Libra to the left (east). Around to the north\, the Big Dipper is upside-down high in the sky\, seemingly spilling its contents down onto Polaris. \nWe have several different telescopes that are on display including a 14″ Schmidt-Cassegrain housed in a permanent observatory. Inside the observatory\, you can watch deep sky objects grow in detail and full color on a wall-mounted monitor. Public sessions are co-facilitated by one or more of our talented cohort enthusiasts: Mark Borton\, Roger Charbonneau Jr\, Jon Dean\, Jay Drew\, Scott Mallory\, John Natale\, Parag Sahasrabudhe and Alan Sheiness. \nUpon registration you will receive a link to directions and observing session guidelines. For questions or comments\, please contact us at astronomy@lymelandtrust.org. Young or old\, experienced or totally unfamiliar\, we look forward to exposing you to our uniquely dark skies here in Lyme. \nAnd if you have a telescope\, we encourage you to bring it out. The more\, the merrier. Just follow the guidelines in the pdf you receive when you RSVP. \nClear skies! \nThe Lyme Land Trust Astronomy Group aspires to inspire and pursue the advancement of knowledge of astronomy through public outreach programs including but not limited to observation events\, education programs\, and presentations about varied astronomical topics by our members and guest speakers.  \nIf you like these programs and you are not currently a Lyme Land Trust Member\, please consider joining us using the green Become A Member link at the top of the LLT page.
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/february-2-2024-astronomy-observing-session-3-2-3/
LOCATION:Trail 53 Observatory- Details with RSVP
CATEGORIES:astronomy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust Astronomy":MAILTO:astronomy@lymelandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T203000
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SUMMARY:May 3\, 2024 Astronomy Observing Session
DESCRIPTION:DATE COULD SHIFT BASED ON WEATHER– Leo and its bright star Regulus dominate the sky due south. To the right\, the Milky Way is well down the western horizon\, not to return to the night sky until later in June\, this time in the east. Arcturus climbs in the eastern sky\, and we can once again “arc from the Big Dipper’s handle to Arcturus\, and spike from there to Spica”. \nWe have several different telescopes that are on display including a 14″ Schmidt-Cassegrain housed in a permanent observatory. Inside the observatory\, you can watch deep sky objects grow in detail and full color on a wall-mounted monitor. Public sessions are co-facilitated by one or more of our talented cohort enthusiasts: Mark Borton\, Roger Charbonneau Jr\, Jon Dean\, Jay Drew\, Scott Mallory\, John Natale\, Parag Sahasrabudhe and Alan Sheiness. \nUpon registration you will receive a link to directions and observing session guidelines. For questions or comments\, please contact us at astronomy@lymelandtrust.org. Young or old\, experienced or totally unfamiliar\, we look forward to exposing you to our uniquely dark skies here in Lyme. \nAnd if you have a telescope\, we encourage you to bring it out. The more\, the merrier. Just follow the guidelines in the pdf you receive when you RSVP. \nClear skies! \nThe Lyme Land Trust Astronomy Group aspires to inspire and pursue the advancement of knowledge of astronomy through public outreach programs including but not limited to observation events\, education programs\, and presentations about varied astronomical topics by our members and guest speakers.  \nIf you like these programs and you are not currently a Lyme Land Trust Member\, please consider joining us using the green Become A Member link at the top of the LLT page.
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/february-2-2024-astronomy-observing-session-3-2-2/
LOCATION:Trail 53 Observatory- Details with RSVP
CATEGORIES:astronomy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust Astronomy":MAILTO:astronomy@lymelandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240408T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240408T163000
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SUMMARY:Partial Solar Eclipse
DESCRIPTION:THIS POST IS INFORMATIONAL ONLY. A partial solar eclipse will occur in Lyme\, CT from 2:13p to 4:37p. Maximum coverage of the Sun by the Moon will occur at 3:27p\, at which point the Sun will be 90.3% obscured. AT NO TIME WILL IT BE SAFE TO OBSERVE THE ECLIPSE HERE IN LYME WITHOUT EYE PROTECTION! \nISO certified safety glasses may be available online at the following links. Order early\, as inventories are known to get depleted leading up to solar eclipses: \n\nhttps://www.bhphotovideo.com\nhttps://agenaastro.com\nhttps://www.highpointscientific.com\n\nYou may find specific timings and a countdown timer by zip code here: \nhttps://science.nasa.gov/eclipses/future-eclipses/eclipse-2024/where-when/ \nFor persons interested in experimenting with photographing the eclipse\, please be aware that you MUST obtain the proper solar filter for your camera equipment\, otherwise you will permanently damage your equipment. Use the links above to find a suitable filter for your specific equipment. With a proper filter in place over the objective-end of your camera\, it will be possible to image the Sun. Expect the image scale to be virtually the same as photographing the moon\, so plan for a sufficient size lens. For scale\, take test photos of the moon. Use a tripod and get used to having to adjust the positioning of the Moon as the Earth rotates. If you like the scale\, next take photos of the Sun using the solar filter. You will find it is difficult to line up and find the Sun with the filter in place. Use the shadow of the camera on the ground to assist in lining up. For more tips\, or to troubleshoot\, write us at astronomy@lymelandtrust.org. \nCheck back here for additional information and updates. \nClear skies! \nThe Lyme Land Trust Astronomy Group aspires to inspire and pursue the advancement of knowledge of astronomy through public outreach programs including but not limited to observation events\, education programs\, and presentations about varied astronomical topics by our members and guest speakers.  \nIf you like these programs and you are not currently a Lyme Land Trust Member\, please consider joining us using the green Become A Member link at the top of the LLT page.
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/february-2-2024-astronomy-observing-session-3-3-2/
CATEGORIES:astronomy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240329T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240329T220000
DTSTAMP:20260409T153937
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SUMMARY:March 29\, 2024 Astronomy Observing Session
DESCRIPTION:Facing south\, Orion has slid over to the western half of the sky\, and Leo rises in the east. Beyond Leo\, the bright star Arcturus gives the early hint of spring on the march. In the north\, the galaxies M81 and M82 in Ursa Major\, and M51 in Canes Ventatici are well placed for viewing. \nWe have several different telescopes that are on display including a 14″ Schmidt-Cassegrain housed in a permanent observatory. Inside the observatory\, you can watch deep sky objects grow in detail and full color on a wall-mounted monitor. Public sessions are co-facilitated by one or more of our talented cohort enthusiasts: Mark Borton\, Roger Charbonneau Jr\, Jon Dean\, Jay Drew\, Scott Mallory\, John Natale\, Parag Sahasrabudhe and Alan Sheiness. \nUpon registration you will receive a link to directions and observing session guidelines. For questions or comments\, please contact us at astronomy@lymelandtrust.org. Young or old\, experienced or totally unfamiliar\, we look forward to exposing you to our uniquely dark skies here in Lyme. \nAnd if you have a telescope\, we encourage you to bring it out. The more\, the merrier. Just follow the guidelines in the pdf you receive when you RSVP. \nClear skies! \nThe Lyme Land Trust Astronomy Group aspires to inspire and pursue the advancement of knowledge of astronomy through public outreach programs including but not limited to observation events\, education programs\, and presentations about varied astronomical topics by our members and guest speakers.  \nIf you like these programs and you are not currently a Lyme Land Trust Member\, please consider joining us using the green Become A Member link at the top of the LLT page.
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/february-2-2024-astronomy-observing-session-3-2/
LOCATION:Trail 53 Observatory- Details with RSVP
CATEGORIES:astronomy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust Astronomy":MAILTO:astronomy@lymelandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240311T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240311T193000
DTSTAMP:20260409T153937
CREATED:20240221T151405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T215712Z
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SUMMARY:The Amazing Story Behind Solar Eclipses
DESCRIPTION:The Lyme Land Trust Astronomy Group will present an information session at the Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library\, featuring: \n\nHow eclipses occur\nWhy Earth’s solar eclipses are unique\nThe April 8\, 2024 eclipse and how to safely view it\n\nTo register for the event\, please follow this link: 03/11/2024 | The Amazing Story Behind Solar Eclipses | Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library (assabetinteractive.com) \nClear skies! \nThe Lyme Land Trust Astronomy Group aspires to inspire and pursue the advancement of knowledge of astronomy through public outreach programs including but not limited to observation events\, education programs\, and presentations about varied astronomical topics by our members and guest speakers.  \nIf you like these programs and you are not currently a Lyme Land Trust Member\, please consider joining us using the green Become A Member link at the top of the LLT page.
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/february-2-2024-astronomy-observing-session-3-3/
LOCATION:Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library\, 2 Library Lane\, Old Lyme\, CT\, 06371\, United States
CATEGORIES:astronomy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust Astronomy":MAILTO:astronomy@lymelandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240302T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240302T193000
DTSTAMP:20260409T153937
CREATED:20231122T162916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T215712Z
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SUMMARY:March 2\, 2024 VENUE AND PROGRAM CHANGED!
DESCRIPTION:URGENT: Owing to the overcast skies forecast for tomorrow\, the observing session has been changed to an indoor program: The Amazing Story Behind Solar Eclipses. The program will be held at the Lyme Land Trust Stewardship Barn\, 12-1 Town Street\, Lyme CT (not at the observing site!) and will last approximately one hour. \nThe Lyme Land Trust Astronomy Group aspires to inspire and pursue the advancement of knowledge of astronomy through public outreach programs including but not limited to observation events\, education programs\, and presentations about varied astronomical topics by our members and guest speakers.  \nIf you like these programs and you are not currently a Lyme Land Trust Member\, please consider joining us using the green Become A Member link at the top of the LLT page.
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/february-2-2024-astronomy-observing-session-3/
LOCATION:LLT Stewardship Barn\, 12-1 Town St\, Lyme\, CT\, 06371\, United States
CATEGORIES:astronomy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust Astronomy":MAILTO:astronomy@lymelandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240203T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240203T200000
DTSTAMP:20260409T153937
CREATED:20230912T002540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T215712Z
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SUMMARY:February 3\, 2024 Astronomy Observing Session
DESCRIPTION:Now Orion dominates the southern sky. Jupiter is moving to the west\, and Saturn has dipped below the horizon. In the northeast\, some of Ursa Major’s galaxies begin to peek above the trees. \nWe have several different telescopes that are on display including a 14″ Schmidt-Cassegrain housed in a permanent observatory. Inside the observatory\, you can watch deep sky objects grow in detail and full color on a wall-mounted monitor. Public sessions are co-facilitated by one or more of our talented cohort enthusiasts: \n\nMark Borton\nRoger Charbonneau\, Jr\nJon Dean\nJay Drew\nScott Mallory\nJohn Natale\nParag Sahasrabudhe\nAlan Sheiness\n\nYoung or old\, experienced or totally unfamiliar\, we look forward to exposing you to our uniquely dark skies here in Lyme. Upon registration you will receive a link to directions and observing session guidelines. For questions or comments\, please contact us at astronomy@lymelandtrust.org. \nClear skies! \nPS \nIf you like these programs and you are not currently a Lyme Land Trust Member\, please consider joining us using the green Become A Member link at the top of the LLT page.
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/february-2-2024-astronomy-observing-session/
LOCATION:Trail 53 Observatory- Details with RSVP
CATEGORIES:astronomy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust Astronomy":MAILTO:astronomy@lymelandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240124T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240124T200000
DTSTAMP:20260409T153937
CREATED:20231106T175824Z
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SUMMARY:January 24\, 2024: A World Without Dark Skies: How Light Pollution is Impacting Humans and Ecosystems\, and What You Can Do
DESCRIPTION:Registration appreciated: education@lymelandtrust.org \nJoin Misha Semenov-Leiva and Alan Sheiness for a presentation to learn about light pollution in the Connecticut River Valley. Find out about the effects of an artificially brightened night sky\, including the effects on natural cycles in aquatic and terrestrial life. Alan will talk about his love of astronomy and the wonder of the dark night sky unaffected by artificial light. Misha will open our eyes to the many ways light pollution affects the flora\, fauna\, and our health; and present simple site lighting design changes that can thwart impact while promoting safety. \nAlan Sheiness is founder of the Lyme Land Trust Astronomy program\, which holds regular public astronomy observing sessions. He is a promoter of dark skies and amateur astrophotographer. \nMisha Semenov-Leiva is a board member of the CT River Gateway Commission. He is Senior Architect & Sustainability Coordinator with Centerbrook Architects. With his background in ecology and design\, he believes that design can be informed by a knowledge of nature. \nCo-sponsored by the Lyme land Trust and the Hadlyme Public Hall \nNote about Directions: The Hadlyme Public Hall\, 63 Ferry Rd\, Lyme\, is at the intersection of Ferry Road (Rte 148)\, Day Hill Road\, and Joshuatown Road about 1/2 mile east of the Hadlyme Country Store. Make sure that your GPS sends you to Ferry Road in Lyme\, not Old Lyme. \n  \nPS \nIf you like these programs and you are not currently a Lyme Land Trust Member\, please consider joining us using the green Become A Member link at the top of the LLT page.
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/february-2-2024-astronomy-observing-session-2/
LOCATION:Hadlyme Public Hall\, 63 Ferry Road\, Lyme\, CT\, 06371\, United States
CATEGORIES:astronomy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust E&E":MAILTO:education@lymelandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240105T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240105T200000
DTSTAMP:20260409T153937
CREATED:20230912T000517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T215712Z
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SUMMARY:January 5\, 2024 Astronomy Observing Session
DESCRIPTION:CHANGED: If we get clear skies Friday\, we should be able to observe several prominent winter-sky nebulae as well as Jupiter and Saturn. I will also attempt to land the 14” telescope on Comet 144P/Kushida. I admit in advance that I haven’t previewed it so I’m not at all sure if it can be captured! \nJupiter is high in the southern sky as darkness sets in and Saturn is advancing closer to the western horizon. Orion\, Gemini and Taurus are now high in the southeastern sky. The Big Dipper remains below Polaris\, obscured by the tree line. \nWe have several different telescopes that are on display including a 14″ Schmidt-Cassegrain housed in a permanent observatory. Inside the observatory\, you can watch deep sky objects grow in detail and full color on a wall-mounted monitor. Public sessions are co-facilitated by one or more of our talented cohort enthusiasts: \n\nMark Borton\nRoger Charbonneau\, Jr\nJon Dean\nJay Drew\nScott Mallory\nJohn Natale\nParag Sahasrabudhe\nAlan Sheiness\n\nYoung or old\, experienced or totally unfamiliar\, we look forward to exposing you to our uniquely dark skies here in Lyme. Upon registration you will receive a link to directions and observing session guidelines. For questions or comments\, please contact us at astronomy@lymelandtrust.org. \nClear skies! \nPS \nIf you like these programs and you are not currently a Lyme Land Trust Member\, please consider joining us using the green Become A Member link at the top of the LLT page.
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/december-8-astronomy-observing-session-2/
LOCATION:Trail 53 Observatory- Details with RSVP
CATEGORIES:astronomy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust Astronomy":MAILTO:astronomy@lymelandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231213T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231213T210000
DTSTAMP:20260409T153937
CREATED:20231213T144248Z
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SUMMARY:Meteor POP-UP Dec 13 Astronomy Session
DESCRIPTION:The Geminids peak the next two nights\, and we have a clear sky with no moon. It will be FREEZING out and meteor observing means sit in a chair\, so… bundle up\, and bring a chair. I will also place an object or two in the observatory telescope\, too\, to observe one or more planets and other objects of interest. \nThe Geminids appear to emanate from the constellation Gemini. Our Earth is plowing through a debris field left behind by the intersecting orbit of an asteroid\, 3200 Phaethon. As we plow through the debris\, the little particles burn up in our atmosphere. At this time of year\, the constellation Gemini is what is directly behind the debris field\, and hence it seems as if the meteors come from Gemini. Viewing will begin around 7:30pm\, but the later you view\, the better the show. You are welcome to sit out here as late as you wish\, but you will have just as good a show at home as long as you have a reasonable view to the east. \nYoung or old\, experienced or totally unfamiliar\, we look forward to exposing you to our uniquely dark skies here in Lyme. Upon registration you will receive a link to directions and observing session guidelines. For questions or comments\, please contact us at astronomy@lymelandtrust.org. \nClear skies! \nPS \nIf you like these programs and you are not currently a Lyme Land Trust Member\, please consider joining us using the green Become A Member link at the top of the LLT page.
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/october-astronomy-observing-session-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Trail 53 Observatory- Details with RSVP
CATEGORIES:astronomy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust Astronomy":MAILTO:astronomy@lymelandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231209T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231209T200000
DTSTAMP:20260409T153937
CREATED:20230911T222949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T215712Z
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SUMMARY:December 9 Astronomy Observing Session
DESCRIPTION:As Saturn makes its way to a western departure\, Jupiter is well-established in the east. The constellations Orion\, Gemini and Taurus now take center stage\, climbing higher in the eastern sky. The Big Dipper is below Polaris\, obscured by the tree line. \nWe have several different telescopes that are on display including a 14″ Schmidt-Cassegrain housed in a permanent observatory. Inside the observatory\, you can watch deep sky objects grow in detail and full color on a wall-mounted monitor. Public sessions are co-facilitated by one or more of our talented cohort enthusiasts: \n\nMark Borton\nRoger Charbonneau\, Jr\nJon Dean\nJay Drew\nScott Mallory\nJohn Natale\nParag Sahasrabudhe\nAlan Sheiness\n\nYoung or old\, experienced or totally unfamiliar\, we look forward to exposing you to our uniquely dark skies here in Lyme. Upon registration you will receive a link to directions and observing session guidelines. For questions or comments\, please contact us at astronomy@lymelandtrust.org. \nClear skies! \nPS \nIf you like these programs and you are not currently a Lyme Land Trust Member\, please consider joining us using the green Become A Member link at the top of the LLT page.
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/december-8-astronomy-observing-session/
LOCATION:Trail 53 Observatory- Details with RSVP
CATEGORIES:astronomy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust Astronomy":MAILTO:astronomy@lymelandtrust.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231125T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231125T200000
DTSTAMP:20260409T153937
CREATED:20231124T201710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T215712Z
UID:18407-1700938800-1700942400@www.lymelandtrust.org
SUMMARY:November 25 POP-UP Astronomy Session
DESCRIPTION:This POP-UP session is to take advantage of clear skies. The observatory will be open to observe one or more planets\, the Moon\, and to see other objects of interest. \nYoung or old\, experienced or totally unfamiliar\, we look forward to exposing you to our uniquely dark skies here in Lyme. Upon registration you will receive a link to directions and observing session guidelines. For questions or comments\, please contact us at astronomy@lymelandtrust.org. \nClear skies! \nPS \nIf you like these programs and you are not currently a Lyme Land Trust Member\, please consider joining us using the green Become A Member link at the top of the LLT page.
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/october-astronomy-observing-session-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Trail 53 Observatory- Details with RSVP
CATEGORIES:astronomy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust Astronomy":MAILTO:astronomy@lymelandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231110T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231110T200000
DTSTAMP:20260409T153937
CREATED:20230911T200123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T215712Z
UID:17752-1699639200-1699646400@www.lymelandtrust.org
SUMMARY:LIMITED SPACE Nov 10 Observing Session
DESCRIPTION:On this evening\, the observatory will be closed but cohorts will be out with their scopes. Jupiter is up above the horizon at darkness\, and Orion starts his climb in the east. Pegasus\, Andromeda and Cassiopeia are high overhead. \nWe have several different telescopes that are on display including a 14″ Schmidt-Cassegrain housed in a permanent observatory. Inside the observatory\, you can watch deep sky objects grow in detail and full color on a wall-mounted monitor. Public sessions are co-facilitated by one or more of our talented cohort enthusiasts: \n\nMark Borton\nRoger Charbonneau\, Jr\nJon Dean\nJay Drew\nScott Mallory\nJohn Natale\nParag Sahasrabudhe\nAlan Sheiness\n\nYoung or old\, experienced or totally unfamiliar\, we look forward to exposing you to our uniquely dark skies here in Lyme. Upon registration you will receive a link to directions and observing session guidelines. For questions or comments\, please contact us at astronomy@lymelandtrust.org. \nClear skies! \nPS \nIf you like these programs and you are not currently a Lyme Land Trust Member\, please consider joining us using the green Become A Member link at the top of the LLT page.
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/nov-viewing/
LOCATION:Trail 53 Observatory- Details with RSVP
CATEGORIES:astronomy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust Astronomy":MAILTO:astronomy@lymelandtrust.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231104T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231104T193000
DTSTAMP:20260409T153937
CREATED:20230912T015724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T215713Z
UID:17907-1699119000-1699126200@www.lymelandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Nov 4 Cub Scouts Private Session
DESCRIPTION:=NOT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC= \nOnce again\, the LLT Astronomy group will host the Lyme and Old Lyme packs for a night under the stars. The scouts will enjoy a tour of the sky and observe planets\, stars\, galaxies and nebulae. Jupiter will be up above the horizon at darkness\, and Orion will start its climb in the east. Pegasus\, Andromeda and Cassiopeia will be high overhead. \nThe session will be facilitated by one or more of our talented cohort enthusiasts: \n\nMark Borton\nRoger Charbonneau\, Jr\nJon Dean\nJay Drew\nScott Mallory\nJohn Natale\nParag Sahasrabudhe\nAlan Sheiness\n\nYoung or old\, experienced or totally unfamiliar\, we always look forward to sharing our uniquely dark skies here in Lyme. \nClear skies!
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/nov-4-scouts-private-session/
CATEGORIES:astronomy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust Astronomy":MAILTO:astronomy@lymelandtrust.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T140000
DTSTAMP:20260409T153937
CREATED:20230912T025733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T215713Z
UID:17909-1697284800-1697292000@www.lymelandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Oct 14 Partial Solar Eclipse
DESCRIPTION:=Registration Not Required= \nCome watch the moon take a small bite out of the corner of the Sun as it passes between the Sun and the Earth. Unfortunately for us\, this eclipse will be nowhere near full but we will watch the event unfold safely on a monitor that will be fed live images from a telescope fitted with a special solar filter. Learn what causes a solar eclipse and what it would look like from space peering down at the Earth\, too. Here is a resource about the eclipse and related information: https://solarsystem.nasa.gov/eclipses/2023/oct-14-annular/where-when \nPS \nIf you like these programs and you are not currently a Lyme Land Trust Member\, please consider joining us using the green Become A Member link at the top of the LLT page. For questions or comments\, please contact us at astronomy@lymelandtrust.org.
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/oct-14-partial-solar-eclipse/
LOCATION:Lyme Public Library\, 482 Hamburg Rd\, Lyme\, CT\, 06371\, United States
CATEGORIES:astronomy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust Astronomy":MAILTO:astronomy@lymelandtrust.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231006T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231006T213000
DTSTAMP:20260409T153937
CREATED:20230908T152450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T215713Z
UID:17708-1696620600-1696627800@www.lymelandtrust.org
SUMMARY:CANCELLED- October 6 Astronomy Observing Session
DESCRIPTION:We are sorry to cancel. The weather controls us for these events. You are encouraged to look here for possible POP-UP sessions before the next monthly session: https://www.lymelandtrust.org/astronomy-events/ \n  \n  \nComing soon: The Milky Way remains high overhead. Saturn is well up at dusk\, and Jupiter rises in the northeast. \nWe have several different telescopes that are on display including a 14″ Schmidt-Cassegrain housed in a permanent observatory. Inside the observatory\, you can watch deep sky objects grow in detail and full color on a wall-mounted monitor. Public sessions are co-facilitated by one or more of our talented cohort enthusiasts: \n\nMark Borton\nRoger Charbonneau\, Jr\nJon Dean\nJay Drew\nScott Mallory\nJohn Natale\nParag Sahasrabudhe\nAlan Sheiness\n\nYoung or old\, experienced or totally unfamiliar\, we look forward to exposing you to our uniquely dark skies here in Lyme. Upon registration you will receive a link to directions and observing session guidelines. For questions or comments\, please contact us at astronomy@lymelandtrust.org. \nClear skies! \nPS \nIf you like these programs and you are not currently a Lyme Land Trust Member\, please consider joining us using the green Become A Member link at the top of the LLT page.
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/october-astronomy-observing-session/
LOCATION:Trail 53 Observatory- Details with RSVP
CATEGORIES:astronomy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust Astronomy":MAILTO:astronomy@lymelandtrust.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231003T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231003T210000
DTSTAMP:20260409T153937
CREATED:20231002T194304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T215745Z
UID:18183-1696363200-1696366800@www.lymelandtrust.org
SUMMARY:October 3 POP-UP Astronomy Session
DESCRIPTION:This POP-UP session is to take advantage of clear skies\, and in consideration of possible overcast conditions 10/6. The observatory will be open to observe one or more planets\, and to observe up the Milky Way from Sagittarius\, and to see other objects of interest. \nYoung or old\, experienced or totally unfamiliar\, we look forward to exposing you to our uniquely dark skies here in Lyme. Upon registration you will receive a link to directions and observing session guidelines. For questions or comments\, please contact us at astronomy@lymelandtrust.org. \nClear skies! \nPS \nIf you like these programs and you are not currently a Lyme Land Trust Member\, please consider joining us using the green Become A Member link at the top of the LLT page.
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/october-astronomy-observing-session-2-2/
LOCATION:Trail 53 Observatory- Details with RSVP
CATEGORIES:astronomy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust Astronomy":MAILTO:astronomy@lymelandtrust.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231001T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231001T213000
DTSTAMP:20260409T153937
CREATED:20231001T203721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T215745Z
UID:18176-1696188600-1696195800@www.lymelandtrust.org
SUMMARY:October 1 POP-UP Astronomy Session
DESCRIPTION:This POP-UP session is to take advantage of tonight’s clear skies\, and in consideration of possible overcast conditions 10/6. The observatory will be open to take some short video of one or more planets\, and to observe up the Milky Way from Sagittarius and other objects of interest. \nYoung or old\, experienced or totally unfamiliar\, we look forward to exposing you to our uniquely dark skies here in Lyme. Upon registration you will receive a link to directions and observing session guidelines. For questions or comments\, please contact us at astronomy@lymelandtrust.org. \nClear skies! \nPS \nIf you like these programs and you are not currently a Lyme Land Trust Member\, please consider joining us using the green Become A Member link at the top of the LLT page.
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/october-astronomy-observing-session-2/
LOCATION:Trail 53 Observatory- Details with RSVP
CATEGORIES:astronomy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust Astronomy":MAILTO:astronomy@lymelandtrust.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230914T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230914T220000
DTSTAMP:20260409T153937
CREATED:20230911T212225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T215745Z
UID:17794-1694721600-1694728800@www.lymelandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Sept 14 Make-up Session
DESCRIPTION:CARPOOL IF YOU CAN. TIGHT ON PARKING. As fall approaches\, galaxy-rich Virgo gives way to the Milky Way arching high overhead. Saturn is up at dusk\, and Jupiter rises late in the northeast. We have several different telescopes that are on display including a 14″ Schmidt-Cassegrain housed in a permanent observatory. Inside the observatory\, you can watch deep sky objects grow in detail and full color on a wall-mounted monitor. Public sessions are co-facilitated by one or more of our talented cohort enthusiasts: \n\nMark Borton\nRoger Charbonneau\, Jr\nJon Dean\nScott Mallory\nJohn Natale\nParag Sahasrabudhe\nAlan Sheiness\n\nYoung or old\, experienced or totally unfamiliar\, we look forward to exposing you to our uniquely dark skies here in Lyme. Upon registration you will receive a link to directions and observing session guidelines. \nClear skies! \nPS \nIf you like these programs and you are not currently a Lyme Land Trust Member\, please consider joining us using the green Become A Member link at the top of the LLT page.
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/sept-14-make-up-session/
LOCATION:Trail 53 Observatory- Details with RSVP
CATEGORIES:astronomy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust Astronomy":MAILTO:astronomy@lymelandtrust.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T213000
DTSTAMP:20260409T153937
CREATED:20230912T230220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T215745Z
UID:18016-1694548800-1694554200@www.lymelandtrust.org
SUMMARY:POP-UP Observing Session
DESCRIPTION:Exceptional last-minute opening of the observatory to take advantage of some clear sky. Program is unknown\, but lots of choices out there. Come on by if you would like. If you have equipment bring it over. RSVP first\, then come by. \nPop-up sessions could also be attended by one or more of our talented cohort enthusiasts: \n\nMark Borton\nRoger Charbonneau\, Jr\nJon Dean\nScott Mallory\nJohn Natale\nParag Sahasrabudhe\nAlan Sheiness\n\nYoung or old\, experienced or totally unfamiliar\, we always look forward to exposing you to our uniquely dark skies here in Lyme. Upon RSVP you will receive a link to directions and observing session guidelines. \nClear skies!
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/pop-up-observing-session/
LOCATION:Trail 53 Observatory- Details with RSVP
CATEGORIES:astronomy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust Astronomy":MAILTO:astronomy@lymelandtrust.org
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