Happy Space Science Saturday! Did you know that molecular clouds are the cold, dense birthplaces of stars?
The stunning region seen in this image, the Rho Ophiuchi molecular cloud, lies just a few hundred light-years away and gives us insight into how stars, including our Sun, form.
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Join us this Wednesday for an exciting evening of astronomy at the Allan I. Carswell Observatory! We are hosting an observatory tour where guests will have a chance to explore the inside of our incredible 1m and 60cm telescope domes.
Bonus: If the skies are clear, we’ll set up our 1m telescope for live observing!
Date: Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Time: 6:30 – 8:30 PM ET
Location: Petrie Science and Engineering Building, 3rd Floor
Get your free tickets here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/allan-i-carswell-observatory-tour-february-4th--2026
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Happy Space Science Saturday! Did you know that February’s Full Moon is known as the Snow Moon? The name is tied directly to winter weather. In the 1760s, explorer Jonathan Carver, after visiting with the Naudowessie (Dakota), documented that they called it the Snow Moon because snowfall is typically at its heaviest during this part of winter.
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The 2026 Observatory Calendars are here!
Featuring stunning astrophotography by our observatory members and friends, the calendars are priced at $15 and make a perfect gift for a loved one or to treat yourself!
Pick yours up today at the campus bookstore: https://campus.bookstore.yorku.ca/product/151274
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Join us this Wednesday for an exciting evening of astronomy at the Allan I. Carswell Observatory! We are hosting an observatory tour where guests will have a chance to explore the inside of our incredible 1m and 60cm telescope domes.
Bonus: If the skies are clear, we’ll set up our 1m telescope for live observing!
Date: Wednesday, January 27, 2026
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 PM ET
Location: Petrie Science and Engineering Building, 3rd Floor
Get your free tickets here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/allan-i-carswell-observatory-tour-january-28th--2026
#Astronomy #Astronomer #Space #YorkU #Observatory #AllanICarswellObservatory #Stargazing #Telescope #Planets #Stars #Science #Physics #Toronto #YorkUObservatory #ClearSkies #FreeEvents #FamilyFriendly #ScienceOutreach #Tour #AICO

Happy Space Science Saturday! Planning some observing? Remember to check our AllSky Cam to view weather conditions at the observatory! You might even get a cool shot like a view of the moon over the domes (seen in this image)
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The 2026 Observatory Calendars are here!
Featuring stunning astrophotography by our observatory members and friends, the calendars are priced at $15 and make a perfect gift for a loved one or to treat yourself!
Pick yours up today at the campus bookstore: https://campus.bookstore.yorku.ca/product/151274
#Calendar #2026 #Astrophotography #Astronomy #Astronomer #Space #YorkU #Observatory #AllanICarswellObservatory #Stargazing #Telescope #Planets #Stars #Science #Physics #Toronto #YorkUObservatory #ClearSkies #FreeEvents #FamilyFriendly #ScienceOutreach #Tour #AICO

Join us this Wednesday for an exciting evening of astronomy at the Allan I. Carswell Observatory! We are hosting an observatory tour where guests will have a chance to explore the inside of our incredible 1m and 60cm telescope domes.
Bonus: If the skies are clear, we’ll set up our 1m telescope for live observing!
Date: Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 PM ET
Location: Petrie Science and Engineering Building, 3rd Floor
Get your free tickets here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/allan-i-carswell-observatory-tour-january-21st--2026
#Astronomy #Astronomer #Space #YorkU #Observatory #AllanICarswellObservatory #Stargazing #Telescope #Planets #Stars #Science #Physics #Toronto #YorkUObservatory #ClearSkies #FreeEvents #FamilyFriendly #ScienceOutreach #Tour #AICO

The 2026 Observatory Calendars are here!
Featuring stunning astrophotography by our observatory members and friends, the calendars are priced at $15 and make a perfect gift for a loved one or to treat yourself!
Pick yours up today at the campus bookstore: https://campus.bookstore.yorku.ca/product/151274
#Calendar #2026 #Astrophotography #Astronomy #Astronomer #Space #YorkU #Observatory #AllanICarswellObservatory #Stargazing #Telescope #Planets #Stars #Science #Physics #Toronto #YorkUObservatory #ClearSkies #FreeEvents #FamilyFriendly #ScienceOutreach #Tour #AICO

Join us this Wednesday for an exciting evening of astronomy at the Allan I. Carswell Observatory! We are hosting an observatory tour where guests will have a chance to explore the inside of our incredible 1m and 60cm telescope domes.
Bonus: If the skies are clear, we’ll set up our 1m telescope for live observing!
Date: Wednesday, January 14, 2026
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 PM ET
Location: Petrie Science and Engineering Building, 3rd Floor
Get your free tickets here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/allan-i-carswell-observatory-tour-january-14th--2026
#Astronomy #Astronomer #Space #YorkU #Observatory #AllanICarswellObservatory #Stargazing #Telescope #Planets #Stars #Science #Physics #Toronto #YorkUObservatory #ClearSkies #FreeEvents #FamilyFriendly #ScienceOutreach #Tour #AICO