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We pick the best live and virtual astronomy events and resources this month<\/p>\n\n

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PICK OF THE MONTH <\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

Making Pictures of the Sky <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Augustine United Church, Edinburgh, 2 June, 7:30pm <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Andy Lawrence tells the 200-year story with lots of amazing examples, including Piazzi Smyth\u2019s 1856 sketch of Jupiter (bottom left), right through to JWST\u2019s images (bottom right) <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Royal Observatory Edinburgh is 200 years old and to mark the occasion the Astronomical Society of Edinburgh hosts this special talk from the University of Edinburgh\u2019s Prof Andy Lawrence. A renowned astrophysicist based at the Observatory and honorary president of the society, he\u2019ll discuss 200 years of astro imaging \u2013 from the earliest experiments with cameras on mountain tops to the latest images from the JWST \u2013 and look at the vital role played by the Observatory in some of the most important developments. Free, but booking is essential. For more details, visit bit.ly\/200yearsastroimaging<\/a>. <\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n

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In Search of the Goddess of the Dawn <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n

Aston University, Birmingham, 27 June, 7:30pm <\/strong><\/p>\n\n

Andy Ritchie Green, BSC FRAS, who has been photographing aurorae for over 13 years, discusses the mechanics of the aurora, his own experiences and the many legends and myths that surround it. www.birmingham-astronomy.co.uk<\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n

Confessions of an X-ray Pyromaniac <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n

West Bridgford, Nottinghamshire, 8 June, 7:45pm <\/strong><\/p>\n\n

Nottingham Astronomical Society presents a lecture by Dr Phil Evans from the University of Leicester, who leads the university\u2019s involvement with the Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory. Non-members are welcome. nottinghamastro.org.uk<\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n

Bad Astronomy in the Movies <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n

Cottingham Civic Centre, East Riding of Yorkshire, 12 June, 7:30pm<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

Most of us have winced at the shockingly bad science in Hollywood movies. Now Prof Brad Gibson from the University of Hull rounds up some of the worst examples in a talk that will entertain and educate in equal measure. www.heras.org.uk<\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n

Open mic night <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n

Henry Dixon Hall, Rivenhall End, Essex, 21 June, 7:30pm<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

In a departure from its normal meetings, North Essex Astronomical Society opens its doors to non-members and invites society members to give 10-minute talks on a topic of their own choosing. \u00a32 members, \u00a33 non-members. www.northessexastro.co.uk<\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n

Look Up! A Summer Night Sky Tour <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n

Armagh Planetarium, Armagh, daily from 24 June, 1pm <\/strong><\/p>\n\n

A dome show with a live presenter guiding you through some of the most exciting objects that can be seen in the night sky over Northern Ireland this summer. Adults \u00a39, accompanied under 16s \u00a36.50, family tickets available. www.armagh.space<\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n

Planetary Protection: What is it and Why is it so Important? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n

University of Wales Trinity Saint David Campus, King\u2019s Road, Swansea, 29 June, 7:15pm <\/strong><\/p>\n\n

Dr Nik Whitehead from UWTSD discusses the perils and pitfalls of returning samples, equipment \u2013 and potentially crew \u2013 from Mars and other distant worlds in this free public lecture hosted by Swansea Astronomical Society. Potential members and members from other astronomy societies are welcome. www.swanastro.org.uk<\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n

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PHOTOS: SERG_AURORA\/ISTOCK\/GETTY IMAGES, MAX ALEXANDER, ROYAL OBSERVATORY EDINBURGH, ESA\/WEBB, NASA & CSA\/J. LEE AND THE PHANGS-JWST TEAM; ESA\/HUBBLE & NASA\/R. CHANDAR<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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