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Event Description
This series of talks offers you a month-by-month tour of the night sky. We will learn how to find the bright stars and constellations and find out about the myths and legends connected to them. We will discover any planets or meteor showers visible each month. I will also bring you the latest astronomy news stories.
April (28th March)
The seasonal changeover of the stars from winter to spring is complete by April. The Lyrid meteor shower can be seen this month.
May (30th April)
May is the first month of the year with no planets visible in the evening sky. The Plough is virtually overhead.
- Duration: 60 mins
- Online Zoom event: Join from your computer, phone or tablet (a recording will be available)
Meet the Host, Martin
Martin studied for his degree in astrophysics while working as a guard on British Rail in the 1970s. Before taking early retirement he was Curator of Astronomy at the Yorkshire Museum in York, and in 1998 he was presented with an MBE for services to astronomy and education. Martin is a Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society.
Today, in addition to presenting lectures, Martin writes a monthly feature for local newspaper ‘The Craven Herald’, which covers the Yorkshire Dales. He has his own weekly radio show on a local community radio station, Drystone Radio. Martin also featured on an episode of BBC ‘Antiques Road Trip’ as guest expert on the York based telescope and instrument maker Thomas Cooke.
Resources
The Night Sky has supplementary learning materials provided by the event host. Once you book an event, you will get access to these resources.
More Information
What if I can’t make the event?
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Will my camera be on and will I be visible to the other people?
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