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WDAS - Next Meeting June 10 - The Waverton Pendulum |
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Monday, 13 May 2013 |
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NEXT MEETING June 10th 2013
'The Waverton Long Pendulum - Foucault's Pendulum revisited ' (From Chester Astronomical Society)
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Prior to the main speaker, we will have opening comments from the Chairman.
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Last Updated ( Saturday, 01 June 2013 )
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Monday, 13 May 2013 |
Astronomical Events in May 2013
Jupiter, Venus, Mercury - May 26th
Fifty minutes after local sunset on May 26th looking northwest. Jupiter is just 5 degrees (10 Moon widths) above the horizon, but below-right is bright Venus which will act as a marker for all three planets. Binoculars will help, a clear sky and an unobstructed view will be essential. Saturn will also be visible over in the south.
However, there are several days where the planets are tightly grouped, but noticably moving.
Carolyn, one our members took the following picture in Chortlon!
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Moon Nearing Apogee - Big Moon at Moon rise - May 25th
At 2030 25th May the Moon rises in the East as it's approaching perigee (closest to Earth on June 23rd). The full Moon at perigee makes the Moon seem 12% larger, and with the horizon distorting our brains perception, this has the illusion of making the Moon look even bigger too!
So, plan for a great Moon-rise observation in June!
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Last Updated ( Saturday, 01 June 2013 )
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Saturday, 01 January 2011 |
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 West Didsbury Astronomical Society was formed to bring people together who have an interest in Astronomy.
If you are into astronomy and you're in the Manchester (UK) area come and meet other local astronomers. Everyone is welcome from the complete beginner to the more experienced astronomer. There are regular meetings during the year and ad hoc observing sessions.
Meetings are usually held on the second Monday of every month - except in August - at: William Hulme's Grammar School, Spring Bridge Road, Manchester, England M16 8PR |
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Last Updated ( Monday, 14 November 2011 )
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