China Lake Astronomical Society (ChinaLakeAstro.org)
Comet Atlas Tsushinchan over Mount Whitney — Keith Weisz

Monday, May 4, 2026 7:00 PM

May Meeting

  • Refreshments: 7:00 PM
  • Announcements : 7:30
  • Program: 7:45

Program

Ralph Paonessa

The Story of Comets

Comets have frightened and fascinated people throughout human history. In recent years, humans have sent probes that have visited, photographed, and even landed on them!

As amateur astronomers, we know have many sources of information on when and where to find comets in our telescopes and cameras. Scientists think that comets might even hold secrets and clues about the origins of life on Earth.

Come to this program and learn about these icy visitors to our inner Solar System.

Location

Maturango Museum

Meetings and programs are open to the public, and are held at Maturango Museum on the first Monday of every month (or the following Monday for holidays).

Next Meetings

July Meeting
Program to be announced