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Feature Articles
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Betelgeuse Photometry
Using a photometer, Don Carona studied the fading of Betelgeuse, a red supergiant star.
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Arecibo Observatory Telescope
On December 01, 2020, the famed Arecibo Observatory Telescope in Puerto Rico collapsed.
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8 Inch Dobsonian Telescope Repair
Warren Bracewell repaired an old Meade Dobsonian telescope that was donated to the BVAC.
Celestial Observations
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Supernova in NGC 514
Mark Spearman photographed the supernova in NGC 514. See before and after photos of this area of the sky.
Club News and Activities
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Message From the President
Warren Bracewell taught his neighbor's 10 year old granddaughter to use his 10 inch Dobsonian telescope.
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Newsletter Articles
Newsletter publication and deadlines are listed.
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Membership and Meetings
Join the Brazos Valley Astronomy Club and receive membership benefits with nominal dues.
Contact Information
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Contact BVAC
Find links to contact the Brazos Valley Astronomy Club, visit the website, join the Yahoo discussion group, follow us on Facebook, or see a list of officers.
About the Cover
Don Carona used the photometer and detailed sky map in his quest to measure the fading of Betelgeuse, a red supergiant star.
