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LAUNCH ALERT! Two Vehicles Launching on the Same Day

Posted on November 6, 2012 by Pam Hoffman

I’m sure it’s happened before, I’ve never seen it though.  Two vehicles are scheduled to launch from the surface of the Earth on Friday, November 9th.  One flies out of Naro Space Center, South Korea and the other from Kourou, … Continue reading →

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SEDS

Posted on November 6, 2012 by Pam Hoffman

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SEDS:  Students for the Exploration and Development of Space From:  SEDS SEDS is an independent, student-based organization which promotes the exploration and development of space. SEDS believes in a space-faring civilization and that focusing the enthusiasm of young people is … Continue reading →

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Galaxy Explorers November 2012 Session

Posted on November 5, 2012 by Pam Hoffman

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Remember the Federation of Galaxy Explorers?  Their November event is Saturday!  See the main page for information on joining, etc. To register for this event start here:  Galaxy Explorers November 2012 Session You’ll miss it if you delay!

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Free NASA Printables

Posted on November 5, 2012 by Pam Hoffman

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From: Printed product downloads On this page, we offer .pdf files of a number of two-sided posters and lithographs, as well as a postcard collection and some bookmarks. For the poster graphic front sides, we include full-dimension files for viewing … Continue reading →

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Champion a Space Program

Posted on November 5, 2012 by Pam Hoffman

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Found on Facebook… How to fight for NASA…it’s easier than you might think. It certainly takes a lot less time than you might think. Consider writing Congress via our Popvox widget at penny4NASA.org. It’ll make you feel big and proud. … Continue reading →

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Watch for Taurids

Posted on November 4, 2012 by Pam Hoffman

From:  EarthSky This first weekend of November, 2012, offers a meteor shower, although moonlight will interfere. The South Taurid meteors are expected to be at their best late night on Sunday, November 4 and after midnight on Monday, November 5. … Continue reading →

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Space Programs Collaborating?

Posted on November 4, 2012 by Pam Hoffman

From:  The Times of India BEIJING: China today rolled out a red carpet to “Missile man” and ex-President APJ Abdul Kalam on his first visit to the country, proposing a joint collaboration for a space solar power mission with India … Continue reading →

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Engage an Expert

Posted on November 4, 2012 by Pam Hoffman

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While there are many ways to ‘engage an expert’ I’ll just cover two things that are pretty easy to do and keep costs low. The first is ‘Ask an Astronaut’ which I discovered recently.  The second, I’ve known about for … Continue reading →

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Hurricane Sandy’s Silver Lining

Posted on November 3, 2012 by Pam Hoffman

From Space.com The widespread power outages that have enveloped the New York City tri-state area in the wake of Hurricane Sandy may have one silver lining, at least for stargazers. The Metropolitan New York area is generally considered to be … Continue reading →

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November 2012

Posted on November 3, 2012 by Pam Hoffman

Monthly Sky Watch from:  The Old Farmer’s Almanac Here are the monthly sky watch highlights. Each month, we share the wonders of the universe to help you explore the night sky from your own backyard. (Note: Times listed below are … Continue reading →

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