Atlanta Astronomy Club

05/26/2026

Hello club members. I previously posted about the passing of former club member Marc Sandberg. For those interested in paying their last respects, here is his obituary.

Marc L. Sandberg passed away in St. Louis, Missouri on May 12th, 2026, with his loving daughter, Rachel Sandberg, and his caring son in law, Patrick O'Brien, by his side. Marc grew up in Affton, Missouri, lived in Webster Groves, Atlanta, Georgia, Columbus, Ohio, and St. Louis, Missouri. Marc attend...

05/12/2026

I just Learned about the passing of former club member and light pollution educator Marc Sandberg. Mark was a valued member of the club, helped at outreach events and served the club for many year pushing for light pollution changes in the Atlanta area and across the state. Years ago Marc moved to Missouri to be closer to his family and we have missed him ever since. May he rest in peace and be remembered! - Daniel Herron

09/24/2025

Three Taverns Brewery - 121 New St, Decatur
8:00 PM - 9:30 PM EDT, Thursday 25th Sept
Free! (except the beer)

09/19/2025

Hello everyone,

As I cannot attend the DSO Saturday at DAV and no other member has volunteered to run the event we will have to cancel the event. The DAV GATE WILL BE CLOSED, only DAV members will be abel to access field.

I recommend if you still want to observe to check out the Charlie Elliott Chapter's observing event this saturday: https://nightsky.jpl.nasa.gov/events/37948/

- Daniel Herron

09/16/2025

You're invited to the inaugural talk in our Cosmic Conversations series at Fernbank Science Center on Thursday September 18 at 7:00pm featuring Dr. Justin Robinson from GSU.

Tickets are free, but seating is limited, so be sure to visit http://www.fernbank.edu/ and click on the poster to reserve your seat!

09/12/2025

Details in the Events section. Dr. Domingue from GCSU will be discussing galactic environments with us - everyone is welcome!

09/08/2025

Want to see a fragment of the McDonough Meteorite?

09/07/2025

We had a great Telescope Swap-Shop yesterday, thank you everyone for participating and helping out, including our wonderful hosts Sandy Springs Recreation and Parks.