Astronomy
Silent Sky
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 05/21/2022 - 4:48pm
Event Date:
June 23, 2022 - 7:30pm How vast is the universe? How far away are the stars? “Silent Sky” tells the true story of 19th century astronomer Henrietta Leavitt and her fellow female researchers or “computers” in the Harvard University observatory who set the standard still used today for measuring distances in space while discovering thousands of stars. Twenty years before women’s suffrage, the “computers” pursue their passion for astronomy in a society that limits women’s roles while credit for their discoveries are dismissed or claimed by male astronomers.
Location
Valhalla Tahoe
1 Valhalla Tahoe Road
United States
See map: Google Maps
AAUW South Lake Tahoe sponsors Tech Trek campers
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 06/11/2018 - 8:21am
The South Lake Tahoe branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW), recently awarded three sponsorships to a week-long STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) focused Tech Trek Camp on the UC Davis campus in July. The winners are Kyla Schrauben, Daniela Bonilla, and Evelyn Bennett All three girls are from South Tahoe Middle School, with an alternate, Mia Roper, chosen from Whittell.
These girls who are entering 8th grade next September were nominated by their science/math teachers and selected following a personal interview.
Two classic movies focus of talks at Western Nevada College
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/10/2018 - 4:57pm
Fifty years have elapsed since the release of “2001: A Space Odyssey,” which creatively tried to make sense of the past and speculated about the future.
Northern Nevada lecturer Mike Thomas will review that 1968 blockbuster film and its impact on a generation during his presentation on Saturday, April 14 at Western Nevada College’s Jack C. Davis Observatory in Carson City. Thomas will also provide a lecture on “Old West Lawmen” on Friday, April 13 at the observatory.
Viewing party for 1st blue moon total lunar eclipse since 1866
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/25/2018 - 6:41pm
Event Date:
January 31, 2018 - 3:15am
The first blue moon total solar eclipse seen in almost 152 years will occur on Wednesday, January 31 and the public is invited to a free viewing party at the Jack C. Davis Observatory in Carson City.
To catch this once in a lifetime event you'll have to get up early though as the observatory on the Western Nevada College will open at 3:15 a.m. Viewing will be available until 7:00 a.m.
Full month of activities at WNC Observatory
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/10/2018 - 3:05pm
Event Date:
January 13, 2018 - 6:00pm
January is a busy month for the Jack C. Davis Observatory.
The first blue moon total lunar eclipse in 150 years. A Western Nevada College grad returning to campus to give a lecture on Stellar Archaeology. Separating facts and fiction about Atlantis.
Saturday, Jan. 13: Mike Thomas Lecture on Atlantis
Several reports of fireball in sky over California, seen from Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/06/2017 - 2:10pm
People from Fresno to Santa Rosa, California reported seeing a fireball across the sky Sunday evening around 5:24 p.m.
The American Meteor Society (AMS) received 19 reports from observers who said "the light got bigger before it burst, leaving a trail of smaller balls before disappearing," "it was a white streak followed by a few tiny fragments. Ended in the main fireball turning to a green color," and "it was flickering and sparkly, like a roman candle being shot across the sky."
Astronomy Talk: Extraterrestrial Life at SLT Library
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 08/19/2017 - 8:01am
Event Date:
October 3, 2017 - 6:00pm Extraterrestrial Life in the Solar System? Is there life out there? If E.T. does exist where would we find it, and what would it look like? Scientists have sent messages out into the depths of the galaxy and have spent decades listening for signs of intelligent life with no success. Are we alone? Tony Berendsen, outreach astronomer, and owner of Tahoe Star Tours will discuss the possibilities, mixed with some of his Poastromy (astro-poetry). Join us for this free and interesting out-of-this world presentation. Open to all.
Location
South Lake Tahoe Library
1000 Rufus Allen Blvd
South Lake Tahoe
United States
38° 56' 43.5228" N, 119° 58' 22.2276" W
See map: Google Maps
Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy talk at SLT Library
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 02/18/2017 - 8:51am
Event Date:
June 3, 2017 - 10:00am Join the Friends of the Library for an out-of-this-world presentation by Dan Ruby, Director of the Fleischmann Planetarium as he explains the Science Behind SOFIA (Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy). This powerpoint presentation will focus on infrared astronomy with some safe sun viewing activities and giveaways too.
Location
South Lake Tahoe Library
1000 Rufus Allen Blvd.
South Lake Tahoe
United States
38° 56' 43.5228" N, 119° 58' 22.2276" W
See map: Google Maps
Supermoon of the Century on November 14
Submitted by paula on Thu, 11/03/2016 - 10:51am
Get excited, sky gazers and astronomy lovers! The largest, closest supermoon of the century will be taking over the sky mid-November. There was a supermoon in the middle of October, but if you missed it, this sight should make up for it and then some. In fact, the Nov. 14 supermoon will not only be the brightest of the year, but it’s the closest one we’ve seen since 1948.
There are technically about four to six supermoons per year, but November’s is one astronomical phenomenon you don’t want to miss. You won’t be able to see the moon in the same form until 2034!
Astronomy at Taylor Creek
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 07/19/2016 - 3:19pm
Event Date:
July 22, 2016 - 8:30pm Join Tahoe Heritage Foundation and the US Forest Service at Taylor Creek Visitor Center for this Friday's Evening Program: Astronomy at Taylor Creek with Fleischmann Planetarium! July 22nd at 8:30 pm at the Lake of the Sky Amphitheater. This event is open to the public and is a $5.00 donation to the Tahoe Heritage Foundation.
Higgs boson and gravity to be topic at LTCC physics talk
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/09/2016 - 12:39pm
“Recent Discoveries on the Frontiers of Science: Higgs boson & Gravitational Waves” is the topic at the next free community event at Lake Tahoe Community College on Tuesday, February 16 at 6:00 p.m.
While the topic may seem heavy, Dr. James Brau will explain the recent discoveries in physics in easy-to-understand terms.
Free stargazing event at Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 06/05/2015 - 12:50pm
Event Date:
June 13, 2015 - 8:30pm Members of the Astronomical Society of Nevada will be hosting a “Star Party” with telescope viewing at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park on Saturday, June 13, from 8:30-10:30 pm. The event is open to the public and free to attend.
Location
Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park
1450 Hwy 88, Minden, NV 89423
United States
See map: Google Maps
Northstar's summer activities launch May 15
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/27/2015 - 12:30pm
Outdoor enthusiasts in Lake Tahoe will soon be able to access one of the North Shore's most popular destinations, Northstar California.
The Northstar Golf Course opens on May 15 with the rest of the extensive variety of summer adventure following with a May 22 grand opening.
Memorial Day Weekend marks the grand summer opening of the mountain bike park, hiking trails, and all activities, dining and shopping offered throughout The Village at Northstar.
Northstar Golf Course tees off Friday, May 15
"Brain Physics" to be presented at LTCC in a free lecture
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/21/2014 - 10:31pm
Event Date:
October 27, 2014 - 6:00pm
The Lake Tahoe Community College Foundation’s Speaker Spotlight Series continues on Monday, October 27 with visiting speaker Jesse Livezey, a U.C. Berkeley doctoral student. He’ll present a talk about brain physics from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in LTCC’s Board/Aspen Room, inside the library building.
Star Tour USA 2014: Promoting Scientific Literacy from Coast to Coast, SLT Library
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 03/26/2014 - 2:51pm
Event Date:
May 6, 2014 - 6:00pm The Friends of the SLT Library present "Astronomy for Everyone: Size & Scale of the Universe", an exciting family program for all ages about the universe, from the very small to the very large. This program will be help on May 6 at 6 pm at the SLT Library on Rufus Allen Blvd.
With an out of this world slide presentation followed by a question and answer sessions for inquiring minds.
Location
South Lake Tahoe Library
1000 Rufus Allen Blvd.
South Lake Tahoe, CA
United States
See map: Google Maps
Latest from NASA as Venus continues transit
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 06/04/2012 - 12:01pmOn Tuesday Venus will pass across the face of the sun, producing a silhouette that no one alive today will likely see again. See the latest Youtube clip from NASA's SOHO spacecraft below.
Transits of Venus are very rare, coming in pairs separated by more than a hundred years. This June's transit, the bookend of a 2004-2012 pair, won't be repeated until the year 2117. Fortunately, the event is widely visible. Observers on seven continents, even a sliver of Antarctica, will be in position to see it.
The 2012 Transit of Venus
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 06/02/2012 - 1:18amOn June 5, 2012, Venus will pass across the face of the sun, producing a silhouette that no one alive today will likely see again.
Transits of Venus are very rare, coming in pairs separated by more than a hundred years. This June's transit, the bookend of a 2004-2012 pair, won't be repeated until the year 2117. Fortunately, the event is widely visible. Observers on seven continents, even a sliver of Antarctica, will be in position to see it.
Fairest Picture: Mark Twain at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 10/13/2011 - 3:03pm
"Fairest Picture: Mark Twain at Lake Tahoe" by David C. Antonucci describes the famed American literary master's experiences and travels to our shores. Fairest Picture is the first and only book to describe Lake Tahoe as it was in Mark Twain’s time and reveal in detail the locations where he traveled, camped and stayed at 19th century hotels.
