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We are excited to share that applications for the upcoming Go Explore the Universe Camp (GETU) hosted on grounds at UVA's McCormick Observatory from June 10th-12th, 2026. This free camp is open to middle-school age kids (currently in 6th-8th grade) and involves three full days of hands-on astronomy based activities. The initial application deadline is Friday, May 6th, but we will review applications on a rolling basis as space allows. If you have any questions, please reach out to the camp directors, Dr. Beatrice Kulterer (UVA), Dr. Allison Costa (NRAO) and Prof. Ilse Cleeves (UVA) at [email protected].
Website: [https://astronomy.as.virginia.edu/go-explore-universe]

Tonight at we will be participating in the International Observe the Moon night from 6-10p! We hope to see you there, the weather looks great!

We are excited to welcome applications for the upcoming Girls Exploring the Universe Summer Camp hosted at UVA's McCormick Observatory from June 11th-13th. This free camp is open to middle-school age kids (current 6th-8th grade) and involves three full days of hands-on astronomy based activities. The initial application deadline is May 9th, but we will review applications on a rolling basis until May 16th as space allows. If you have any questions, please reach out to us at [email protected].

Website: https://astronomy.as.virginia.edu/girls-exploring-universe

We are excited to welcome applications for the upcoming Girls Exploring the Universe Summer Camp hosted at UVA's McCormick Observatory from June 11th-13th. This free camp is open to middle-school age kids (current 6th-8th grade) and involves three full days of hands-on astronomy based activities. The initial application deadline is May 9th, but we will review applications on a rolling basis until May 16th as space allows. If you have any questions, please reach out to us at [email protected]. Website: https://astronomy.as.virginia.edu/girls-exploring-universe

Want to hear the Geminids meteor shower on FM radio this weekend? 📻During the wee hours between Friday and Saturday, tune in to your most open channel! 🔊 For tips on maximizing your chance on hearing them, visit https://tinyurl.com/2ttzsp47!

Want to hear the Geminids meteor shower on FM radio this weekend? 📻During the wee hours between Friday and Saturday, tune in to your most open channel! 🔊 For tips on maximizing your chance on hearing them, visit https://tinyurl.com/2ttzsp47!

‼️ATTENTION‼️ Due to inclement weather, the Star Party at Albemarle Ciderworks has been postponed to SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5TH! ☔ Hope to see you then! 🔭

Girls Exploring the Universe is accepting applications for their summer 2024 camp: https://astronomy.as.virginia.edu/girls-exploring-universe