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Andromeda Galaxy
Written by Rena Woss Monday, 06 April 2009 00:00
The universe contains trillions of vast islands of stars that we call galaxies. One of the easiest and most rewarding to observe is Andromeda. At 2.5 million light years away, it is one of our closest galactic neighbors. Andromeda is so large and bright that on a moonless night, away from the glare of city lights, you can actually see it with your own eyes as a faint smudge in the night sky. In the city, a pair of binoculars will help you easily find it. As you can see from this picture, Andromeda has a beautiful spiral shape to it, much as we imagine our own Milky Way galaxy to have. It is named after a princess in Greek mythology, and can be found in the constellation of Andromeda. Visit us at the Lethbridge Astronomy Society the last Saturday of the month (September to March) to see Andromeda and many other celestial wonders of the night sky.
Interested in Becoming a Member?
Written by Web Administrator Thursday, 25 October 2007 07:02
Membership in the Lethbridge Astronomy Society is open to anyone interested in astronomy and related topics. Members enjoy such benefits as:
- Regular monthly meetings from September to June (except December)
- Access to Centre facilities and resources such as libraries and telescopes
- Regular monthly member activity nights
- Classes and workshops with topics relevant to astronomy
- Lectures and sessions from professional astronomers and authors
- Access to member exclusive sections of this web site
Understanding is Half the Fun!
Written by Barry Olson Monday, 13 March 2006 18:00
Some ask, what’s the big deal about astronomy and observing the night sky? What’s the point? Some may even question the sanity of those who spend hours doing astronomy for fun. And they may have a point. It’s dark, often cold, stinging insects, and fumbling around with observing equipment. Amateur astronomy can be a lonely hobby.
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