Monthly Archives: January 2009

400th Anniversary of Galileo’s Telescope

Posted on January 5, 2009 by Mike

This is the International Year of Astronomy…the 400th anniversary of Galileo’s telescope.
Learn about our incredible universe at www.astronomy2009.org
IYA2009 YouTube Channel www.youtube.com/user/astronomy2009

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2009 International Year of Astronomy

Posted on January 2, 2009 by Mike

2009 is the International Year of Astronomy, with many exciting events planned, including the 400th anniversary of Galileo’s telescope. 
Witness other amazing scientific discoveries, download podcasts, take part in contests, and see a new high-tech documentary “400 years of the Telescope!”
There’s hundreds of exciting events planned already, with many more being organized.  Participate in this worldwide outreach program and learn more about our incredible universe.
More info at www.astronomy2009.org

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NASA in 2008

Posted on January 2, 2009 by Mike

NASA reviews their amazing achievements in 2008…The Ares I rocket, Hubble discoveries, the 10th Anniversary of the International Space Station, the Phoenix Mars Lander, and even a new swimsuit that broke world records.
www.nasa.gov

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Venus & the Moon Ring in 2009

Posted on January 1, 2009 by Mike

Planet Venus was brilliant last night as it hung just below the crescent moon.  You could briefly seen this jeweled pairing in the early evening sky as New Year’s Eve drew to a close.  If you had a clear horizon right after sunset, you might have seen Jupiter shining brightly right next to Mercury, much smaller and dimmer, but those planets were side by side last night too.  More info at earthsky.org/skywatching
A really beautiful celestial show to ring in the New Year.  Happy 2009, and Thanks for reading this blog!
Mike @ ThisCrazyCosmos

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