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MAS Star Party Member Weekend Unlike other MAS star party sites, the nature of the relationship between the MAS and the LLCC requirements affects access by both members and the general public. Specifically: Other than the Northern Nights Star Fest, Events held at LLCC are not open to the public. Only MAS members and their […] |
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The MAS will be hosting a hybrid in-person & ZOOM Monthly Meeting. MAS meetings are free and open to the public. JOIN US! Featured Speaker: Prof. Roberta M. Humphreys (Minnesota Institute of Astrophysics) Topic: Fun With Supergiants Professor Humpreys is a Herschel Medal recipient the Royal Astronomical Society for Observational Astrophysics COVID-19 PROTOCOL: Masks are […] |
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“Planets in the Park” * FAMILY FRIENDLY, ALL AGES *>>>On Facebook: Planets in the Park<<< Three Planets and six Moons! Visible thru a telescope from the city. Only mildly affected by light pollution. Friday, April 4, 8:300 PM to 10:00 PMPershing Field Park, 3523 W 48th Street Clear or CloudyCancelled if snowing or stormyDRESS WARMLY!!!!! […] |
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7:00 PM Featured Speaker: Doug Neverman Title: Observing 101 Summary: Observing the universe involves more than getting out the telescope. It requires some planning. Observing 101 covers why planning is needed, terms that are used, some easy ways to plan targets, and what to expect when looking through the telescope. When complete the listener will […] 
Public Star Party at Cedar Creek Come and learn more about the night skies. Each star party starts with a brief presentation about astronomy. A number of telescopes will be available for night sky viewing after the program, weather dependent. NOTE: You do not need a telescope to attend, and the the cost is free. […] |
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The MAS invites everyone to the virtual Beginner's Group Presentation using ZOOM. Featured Speaker: Jerry Jones - MAS Astronomical League CoordinatorTopic: AL Observing Programs Synopsis: TBD This meeting will be held online using Zoom. If you would like to join us you will need use the following URL: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88390582049?pwd=6D2UT5SN6wQjMy4PmQiaiub2rzi9dE.1 Meeting ID: 883 9058 […] |
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MAS Star Party Member Weekend Unlike other MAS star party sites, the nature of the relationship between the MAS and the LLCC requirements affects access by both members and the general public. Specifically: Other than the Northern Nights Star Fest, Events held at LLCC are not open to the public. Only MAS members and their […] |
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Virgo Venture Update: Saturday 4/19 is looking better for the Virgo Venture. The MAS ”Virgo Venture” is a star party dedicated to observing many of the brighter galaxies in the Virgo Cluster. The Venture is scheduled for the new moon weekend, usually one month after the Messier Marathon, when Virgo is in a prime viewing […] 
Are you new to MAS? Do you have a new telescope, but need some help setting it up? Join us for the Beginner's Special Interest Group's Observing Session. This is a free event, and open to all who want to learn! We hope you can make it! MAS Metcalf Observing Field There is no […]
7:00 PM Featured Speaker: Dave Falkner – MAS Member and NASA Solar System Ambassador Title: The Planets Through the Eyes of Robots Summary: Our solar system has been explored almost exclusively by unmanned spacecraft. These exploration “robots” have visited each planet, made some fascinating discoveries, and sent back spectacular images. Dave will talk about each […] |
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News: Walk-in Registrations Now Available The planning committee has decided to offer a "walk-in" registration for $100 cash or $105 paypal to try to encourage more to attend the conference. This option does NOT include the banquet meal but does include access to all the talks, door prizes, and snacks. There will be a Star-B-Que […]
MAS Star Party Member Weekend Unlike other MAS star party sites, the nature of the relationship between the MAS and the LLCC requirements affects access by both members and the general public. Specifically: Other than the Northern Nights Star Fest, Events held at LLCC are not open to the public. Only MAS members and their […] |
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The MAS will be hosting a hybrid in-person & ZOOM Monthly Meeting. MAS meetings are free and open to the public. JOIN US! Featured Speaker: Chuck Allen (Astronomical League) Topic: Perspectives on Distance Meeting Location:AŊPÉTU TÉČA Education Center (formerly the Fairview Community Center)1910 County Road B WestRoseville, Minnesota 55113The hybrid meetings will be recorded on […] |
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“Planets in the Park” * FAMILY FRIENDLY, ALL AGES *>>>On Facebook: Planets in the Park<<< Jpiter, Mars, Crescent Moon, Leo Virgo, Hercules, more......... Beginners' astronomy lesson, laser sky tour, sky legends from around the world. Friday,May 2, 8:30 PM to 10:00 PMPershing Field Park, 3523 W 48th Street Clear or CloudyCancelled if rainy or […] |
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Saturday May 3, 2025 The Minnesota Astronomical Society would like to invite you to attend the Astronomical League’s Astronomy Day activities at the Eagle Lake Observatory in Baylor Regional Park. Speakers are scheduled throughout the day and will give talks on astronomy and what there is to see. Door prize drawing will be held Saturday […]
Are you new to MAS? Do you have a new telescope, but need some help setting it up? Join us for the Beginner's Special Interest Group's Observing Session. This is a free event, and open to all who want to learn! We hope you can make it! MAS Metcalf Observing Field There is no charge […]
Public Star Party at Cedar Creek Come and learn more about the night skies. Each star party starts with a brief presentation about astronomy. A number of telescopes will be available for night sky viewing after the program, weather dependent. NOTE: You do not need a telescope to attend, and the the cost is free. […] |