Sam Atkins 7/12/25 Sam Atkins 7/12/25

The James Webb Space Telescope

The James Webb Space Telescope is one of the most advanced space observatories in history. Let’s take a closer look at how this telescope works and some of the most stunning images it has produced since 2022.

Dale E. Lehman 7/9/25 Dale E. Lehman 7/9/25

Eye Astronomy #12: The Dark and the Bright

How dark is dark? How bright is bright? Here are some surprising facts about those points of light (and other things) up in the sky…and about the sky itself.

Sam Atkins 6/30/25 Sam Atkins 6/30/25

Tunguska: A Phantom From The Skies

In 1908, the whole planet felt a deep tremor followed by strange atmospheric phenomenon. Stories began trickling out from the depths of the Siberian taiga about a mysterious but powerful explosion. With the world wrapped up in its own political machinations, one Russian named Leonid Kulik ventured into the dark wilderness to find out what happened.

Sam Atkins 6/21/25 Sam Atkins 6/21/25

The Milky Way Band: A Guide to the River of Stars

Summer is the best time of year to view the Milky Way band! Let this serve as your tour guide through our galactic plane. You’ll learn what, when and where to look for all the stars and nebulae.

Dale E. Lehman 6/9/25 Dale E. Lehman 6/9/25

Eye Astronomy #11: The Dragon

Dragons ought to be impressive, but Draco rather isn’t. Still, it does hold a special place in the night sky.

Sam Atkins 5/17/25 Sam Atkins 5/17/25

A Constellation of Sciences

Much of astronomy is thought of as simply looking up at the beauty of the night sky but it actually shares a lot of space with all the other sciences. Let’s explore how the study of the cosmos intertwines with geology, computer science and even psychology!

Dale E. Lehman 5/9/25 Dale E. Lehman 5/9/25

Eye Astronomy #10: The Spring Triangle

You might know about the Summer Triangle. But did you know there’s a Spring Triangle, too? There is! And it’s a lot like its summer counterpart…but also different.

Sam Atkins 5/4/25 Sam Atkins 5/4/25

The Science (& Fiction) of Star Wars: Part 2

Let’s explore some more things from the Star Wars universe and how they relate to real astronomical concepts.

Sam Atkins 5/4/25 Sam Atkins 5/4/25

The Science (& Fiction) of Star Wars: Part 1

Happy Star Wars Day! In the spirit of May the 4th, here’s a couple of fun little things about the Star Wars universe and how they relate to real astronomical concepts.

Sam Atkins 4/30/25 Sam Atkins 4/30/25

Chicxulub: The End of the Age of Reptiles

66 million years ago, an asteroid the size of Mount Everest collided with Earth and eradicated the dinosaurs. Come on a journey back in time and experience this cataclysm while we sift through the aftermath to piece together this prehistoric tale of destruction and survival.

Dale E. Lehman 4/22/25 Dale E. Lehman 4/22/25

Eye Astronomy #9: Dip Into Star Hopping

How to find your way among the stars.

Harford Astro 4/22/25 Harford Astro 4/22/25

International Dark Sky Week: Proclamation

Maryland state executives officially recognize International Dark Sky Week!

Harford Astro 4/7/25 Harford Astro 4/7/25

Eye Astronomy #8: Why Stars Look Like That

How the universe plays games with our eyes.

Tim . 4/2/25 Tim . 4/2/25

Visit to the Local Planetarium

HCAS recently teamed up with the Harford County Public Library to host a Night at the Planetarium at Southampton Middle School! Well, two nights actually!