RASC Hamilton Centre

The official Twitter account of RASC Hamilton, serving Hamilton and Halton Regions with monthly meetings, outreach activities and our own observatory

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Friday Night Sights are a GO for today! We hope to see you there!

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Important Location Update! Our June Monthly Meeting will be held at the Observatory, not the church!
🗓 Thursday, June 5 | 🕗 8:00 PM – 11:30 PM
📍 RASC Hamilton Observatory Grounds
Join us for a special night of stargazing, telescopes, and astronomy talks under the open sky.

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An update that Friday Night Sights are a no-go for tonight!

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An update that Friday Night Sights are a no-go for tonight!

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Our Friday Night Sights are a go for today! It starts 30 minutes before sunset and will be taking place at the Hamilton Observatory 576 Concession 7E Millgrove, ON L0R1V0. It’s open to anyone, we hope to see you there!! 🌟🔭

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Our Friday Night Sights are a go for today! It starts 30 minutes before sunset and will be taking place at the Hamilton Observatory 576 Concession 7E Millgrove, ON L0R1V0. It’s open to anyone, see you there!! 🌟🌟

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Webb Telescope captures a butterfly-shaped nebula, formed by two chaotic young stars. This Herbig-Haro object showcases Webb's advanced capability in unveiling detailed cosmic phenomena.https://t.co/jh8jlamOzm

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Details for today’s meeting! 🌟

Link to the meeting can be found here: https://t.co/czJEeIuuEH

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Astronomers have found 'Quipu', the largest known cosmic structure, stretching 1.37 billion light-years. Named after an Inca tool, it challenges models of cosmic size and galaxy formation.https://t.co/NaT42SklsD

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@hmaalbaki We will be hosting a trivia night as part of our monthly meeting this evening. For details visit https://t.co/S6ooTPrlsN

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Could the US land astronauts on Mars by 2029? Examining NASA plans, tech advancements, and challenges, the article delves into the feasibility and hurdles, like budget constraints and tech needs, of such a mission.https://t.co/x83qLTAl9k

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Astronomers have found a mysterious celestial body, blurring lines between a giant planet and a brown dwarf. Larger than Jupiter, it challenges traditional classifications and raises new questions.https://t.co/RSu0XCk5jD

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Early supernovas may have seeded the cosmos with water, suggesting conditions for life existed earlier than thought, by distributing essential molecules around 100 million years post-Big Bang.https://t.co/BLrlU7wbbI

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Astronomers discover trillions of comets orbiting alien solar systems. Advanced infrared observations reveal comet clouds around young stars, shedding light on planet formation and potential water distribution.https://t.co/D6ns6TPW4X

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Comet C/2024 G3 (ATLAS) might have disintegrated after a close solar encounter. New images show major changes, highlighting the Sun's powerful impact on comets.https://t.co/c25oH70sJY

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Space Mountain celebrates 50 years at Disney World with special events featuring NASA astronauts. They share space experiences, highlighting the ride's enduring appeal and connection to exploration.https://t.co/VaNvlpwGo6

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Discover the top solar eclipses of the next decade! Get key dates and locations, plus tips for safe viewing. Don't miss these rare celestial events that promise unforgettable experiences globally. 🌒✨https://t.co/Xo23EQOxey

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New research reveals that some supermassive black holes have companions, forming binary pairs at galaxy centers. Their study is key for understanding galaxy evolution, but detecting them is complex. Learn more: https://t.co/pUzvGhTkld

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An update that our next meeting is pushed to next Thursday, January 9th, instead of today! Do take note that the new location will be the St. Matthew’s Anglican Church.

We will be having a speaker, Swapna Shrivastava, joining us virtually so do not miss out! 🌟