Atlanta Astronomy Club

10/17/2025

A couple of months ago, Dark Matter was the topic of one of our meetings. The Vera Rubin Observatory was one of the exciting programs mentioned as the “next big thing” for the study of Dark Matter in the Universe.

Expect a LOT of new discoveries soon.

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The Vera C. Rubin Observatory has released its first-ever full-sky images — and they’re absolutely jaw-dropping. For the first time, we’re seeing millions of galaxies that were hidden from view, scattered across the vast darkness of space.

This incredible telescope, powered by an 8.4-meter mirror and a record-breaking 3.2-gigapixel camera, will scan the entire southern sky again and again for the next decade — capturing cosmic events in real time. From tracking asteroids and exploding stars to exploring the mysterious pull of dark matter, the Rubin Observatory is about to transform how we see the universe.

These first images are just the beginning — a glimpse into a future where the hidden beauty and structure of the cosmos come sharply into focus.

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.

09/06/2025

See what's on offer at our AAC Telescope swap-shop. Morgan Falls Overlook Park, Sept 6th between 10am-2pm, in the pavilion.

09/02/2025

We can help. Visit our AAC Telescope Swap-Shop this Saturday, Sept 6th between 10am - 2pm, at Morgan Falls Overlook Park (we'll be in the pavilion). Quality pre-owned telescopes, accessories and expert advice for beginners.

08/27/2025

08/15/2025

So you want to buy a telescope...?

BUY - SELL - TRADE at the AAC's Telescope Swap-Shop, Sept 6th.

08/10/2025

Something on Mars is producing methane (like living things on Earth do). And it only comes out at night. Learn more Aug 16, 3pm.