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RAC StarBQ – August 14–16

June 6, 2026 Macastronomer Comments Off on RAC StarBQ – August 14–16
When: August 14, 2026 – August 16, 2026 all-day
Where: DJMOF

RAC StarBQ August 14–16 The Rochester Astronomy Club’s annual RAC StarBQ on August 14, 15, & 16. This multi-night gathering combines astronomy, observing, fellowship, and food. Bring equipment and gear for camping and astronomy, and whatever else needed for a relaxed weekend under the sky. Dates: August 14–16 Event: RAC StarBQ Audience: RAC members and invited guests Activities: Observing, telescope […]

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Members Only Star Party – A Glorious Night for Astronomy

June 6, 2026 Macastronomer Comments Off on Members Only Star Party – A Glorious Night for Astronomy
When: June 13, 2026 all-day
Where: DJMOF

The Rochester Astronomy Club will hold a Members Only Star Party on Saturday, June 13th at the DJMOF. This should be a glorious night for astronomy, with an opportunity for members to enjoy dark-sky observing, telescope time, and fellowship under the stars. Primary date: Friday, June 12 Backup date: Saturday, June 13 Location: DJMOF — members know the site Audience: […]

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Public Sun Observing 2026 06/27

May 24, 2026 Josef Chlachula Comments Off on Public Sun Observing 2026 06/27
When: June 27, 2026 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Where: Soldiers fields, 244 Soldiers Field Dr SW, Rochester, MN 55902, USA

Public Observing of the Sun through a telescope with guidance from members of the Rochester Astronomy Club. Reload this page before you leave for the event. Event can be cancelled in case of cloudy weather or another reason. Warning: Never look directly at the Sun without proper eye protection, as it can cause permanent eye damage. This includes not looking […]

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Member’s Only Dark Sky Weekend

May 12, 2026 Macastronomer Comments Off on Member’s Only Dark Sky Weekend
When: May 15, 2026 @ 7:00 pm – May 17, 2026 @ 5:49 am
Where: Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center, 28097 Goodview Dr, Lanesboro, MN 55949, USA

Hello Astronomy Fans! If it’s clear on Friday, club members will be meeting under a starry sky with glass pointed upwards! If Friday is under the weather, Saturday is the contingency plan. For up-to-date Go-NoGo discussion, please check in with club members for a link to the Signal Chat. Check the forum here under “star parties” for final announcements. I […]

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Public Sky Observing 2026-07/11

May 11, 2026 Josef Chlachula Comments Off on Public Sky Observing 2026-07/11
When: July 11, 2026 @ 9:30 pm – 11:30 pm
Where: Root River Park, 4012 80th St SE, Rochester, MN 55904, USA

Public Sky Observing of the planets Venus bright stars, double stars, and more by telescope with guidance members of the Rochester Astronomy Club. What to expect at Public Sky Observing – click here. Reload this page before you leave for the event. Event can be cancelled in case of cloudy weather or another reason. Resources: In the Sky July/2026, Phases […]

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Public Sky Observing 2026-06/19

May 11, 2026 Josef Chlachula Comments Off on Public Sky Observing 2026-06/19
When: June 19, 2026 @ 9:45 pm – 11:45 pm
Where: Watson Soccer field, 1000 Essex Pkwy NW, Rochester, MN 55901, USA

Public Sky Observing of the young Moon – 5.1 days after New Moon, planets Venus bright stars, double stars, and more by telescope with guidance members of the Rochester Astronomy Club. What to expect at Public Sky Observing – click here. Reload this page before you leave for the event. Event can be cancelled in case of cloudy weather or […]

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Public Sky Observing 2026-06/19

May 11, 2026 Josef Chlachula Comments Off on Public Sky Observing 2026-06/19
When: June 19, 2026 @ 9:45 pm – 11:45 pm
Where: Watson Soccer field, 1000 Essex Pkwy NW, Rochester, MN 55901, USA

Public Sky Observing of the young Moon – 5.1 days after New Moon, planets Venus bright stars, double stars, and more by telescope with guidance members of the Rochester Astronomy Club. What to expect at Public Sky Observing – click here. Reload this page before you leave for the event. Event can be cancelled in case of cloudy weather or […]

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Public Sky Observing 2026-06/06

May 7, 2026 Josef Chlachula Comments Off on Public Sky Observing 2026-06/06
When: June 6, 2026 @ 9:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Where: Root River Park, 4012 80th St SE, Rochester, MN 55904, USA

Public Sky Observing of the planets Venus Jupiter bright stars, double stars, and more by telescope with guidance members of the Rochester Astronomy Club. Short presentation at 9 PM   What to expect at Public Sky Observing – click here. Reload this page before you leave for the event. Event can be cancelled in case of cloudy weather or another […]

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CANCELED: Public Sky Observing 2026-05/22

May 2, 2026 Josef Chlachula Comments Off on CANCELED: Public Sky Observing 2026-05/22
When: May 22, 2026 @ 9:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Where: Watson Soccer field, 1000 Essex Pkwy NW, Rochester, MN 55901, USA

 Canceled due to the cloudy weather Public Sky Observing of the young Moon – 5.4 days after New Moon, planets Venus Jupiter bright stars, double stars, and more by telescope with guidance members of the Rochester Astronomy Club. What to expect at Public Sky Observing – click here. Reload this page before you leave for the event. Event can be […]

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Public Sky Observing 2026-04/24

February 9, 2026 Josef Chlachula Comments Off on Public Sky Observing 2026-04/24
When: April 24, 2026 @ 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Where: Salem Glen Winery, 5211 60th Ave SW, Rochester, MN 55902, USA

Visitors have the option to reserve a pizza on the website https://www.salemglenvineyard.com/pizza_res/pizza_res2.php , wood-fire pizza is served from 4:30 PM till 7:30 PM. Wonders of the Spring sky Presentation by Robert Fealey [PDF version] This presentation offers a comprehensive guide to the Spring sky, transitioning from the brilliant stars of winter to the “Great Diamond” of the vernal season. It […]