At around 2:30 AM on March 14th, 2025, I looked to the sky to see the lunar eclipse, or the Blood Moon! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Spectacular Science (@spectacularscipod) A lunar eclipse is when Earth’s shadow is cast on the Moon. This causes the Moon to appear red because of …
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Summer Solstice 2024!
The summer solstice in the Northern Hemisphere is today, June 20th! What exactly is the summer solstice? The summer solstice is the longest day of the year. It marks the first day of astronomical summer. Even though it might be hot (especially with the recent heat waves) in your area, summer only officially starts today. …
Northern Lights Visible in U.S. Last Weekend! May 2024
Last weekend, the aurora borealis, also known as the Northern Lights were visible over the US, Canada, and down south in places such as Georgia and Florida. Auroras are lights that are only found at the North Pole and the South Pole. They light up the night skies with red, blue, and pink colors! These …
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Happy Earth Day! 2024
Senator Gaylord Nelson wanted to make a day where people could recognize and care for the environment! The first Earth Day began in 1970 and it grew even more! People plant trees and even have parades to honor the Earth, the blue orb we live on.Here are some things you can do to help the …
Total Solar Eclipse Earlier Today!
Earlier today, a total solar eclipse crossed over Mexico, the United States, and parts of Canada in a spectacular show. I was able to see the partial eclipse from where I was and over 80% coverage of the Sun! Even though it wasn’t the total eclipse, I could still see it getting dimmer and hearing …
April 2024 Total Solar Eclipse!
A solar eclipse will be visible over parts of North and South America on, Monday, April 8th, 2024! This will be a total solar eclipse in the path of totality of the U.S. Learn more by visiting NASA’s eclipse website: science.nasa.gov/eclipses/future-eclipses/eclipse-2024 If you want to watch an eclipse, make sure to use appropriate eye protection (linked to NASA Safety …
Atlanta Science Festival 2024!
The Atlanta Science Festival is happening soon! I am an ambassador for the festival and if you live in or around Atlanta, this is a great place to learn about science and technology around you! There are 100+ events in the metro Atlanta area.
The Atlanta Science Festival!
If you live around the Atlanta area, you will love the Atlanta Science festival! It is full of fun science activities for all ages. The festival is from March 10th – 25th!