Triad Starfest

Traditionally, The Triad Starfest, *Tri*Star* for short, is a conference of astronomers of all types, from novice to professional, for a full day of presentations, displays, and observing, held in Koury Hospitality Careers Center on the Jamestown, N.C., campus of Guilford Technical Community College.

Messier Objects

The Messier objects are a collection of 110 astronomical objects cataloged by the French astronomer Charles Messier in the late 18th century. Initially compiled to help distinguish between permanent celestial bodies and transient comets, the list has become a vital resource for amateur and professional astronomers alike. The catalog includes various types of deep-sky objects, such as galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters, all located within our Milky Way and neighboring galaxies.

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Golden State Star Party

If you’ve never been out to a sky beyond your backyard or local astronomy sites, you’re in for an amazing treat.

Have you seen a dark sky, or only remember them from childhood? For you, that first view at GSSP will be truly incredible. The views are what keep us going back each year. Although you may become familiar with it, it is always an amazing sight.

Do you need a telescope to attend? No! But if you have one, bring it (nothing is too small). If not, binoculars, or just your eyes will do. There will be plenty of telescopes to look through.

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