Mark your calendar for 2008s sky shows Jan 12, 2008
There's also a good selection of star cluster occultations, and a promising opportunity to catch August's annual Perseid meteor shower ... Aug. 11-12Perseid meteor shower: At first glance, this doesn't look like a favorable year to view this famous , since the moon will be in a bright waxing gibbous phase on the peak viewing night. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Bits of Halley's Comet to Rain Down Sunday Morning Oct 20, 2007
A junior version of the famous Perseid meteor shower is scheduled to reach its maximum before sunrise on Sunday morning, Oct. 21. This meteor display is known as the Orionids because the meteors seem to fan out from a region to the north of Orion's second brightest star, ruddy Betelgeuse. (Fox News)
SF Gate: Science Oct 5, 2007
Perseid meteor shower arrives this weekend, with the best viewing times expected late Sunday night. Anthropologists split on what discovery means about early humans. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Lunar eclipse Aug 30, 2007
"We also came up for the Perseid meteor shower and the Berry Fest." ... "We were up here a couple of years ago for the Perseid meteor shower and thought it was great," Pringle said about his reasons for returning. (Daily Triplicate)
Lunar eclipse treats early-rising skywatchers Aug 29, 2007
On Aug. 11 and 12, the Perseid meteor shower blazed across the night sky. The eclipse was widely seen around the world where it was night. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
More 2007 meteor showers on the way! Aug 29, 2007
Page 1 of 2If you were disappointed that you missed the recent Perseid meteor shower, don t fret there s more on the way ... For example, the Perseid meteor shower radiates from the constellation of Perseus, the Geminids from Gemini, Lyrids from Lyra and so on. (FirstScience.com)
Earth to Hit Aurigid Meteors? Aug 25, 2007
Skywatchers were out in force for the familiar Perseid meteor shower peaking in mid-August at the dark of the Moon. So why bother with a shower that almost nobody has heard of coming two weeks later in bright moonlight. (SkyAndTelescope.com)
Google Sky launches Aug 23, 2007
"There have been a lot of interesting space events recently, such as the Perseid meteor showers, and with lots of kids going back to school we hope this can be really useful in the classroom too." ... Scientists predict the annual Perseid meteor shower will reach its peak this evening and during the early hours of Monday. (Guardian Unlimited)
Boating dangers, accidents on rise Aug 18, 2007
The air was cool and breezy and the clouds that had dotted the southern Maine sky for most of the afternoon were gone, revealing sparkles of light from the Perseid meteor shower. Raye Trott and his girlfriend, Suzanne Groetzinger, were on Long Lake, riding in his 14-foot fiberglass motorboat. (Boston Globe)
Aurigid meteor shower to peak Sept. 1 Aug 18, 2007
The Perseid meteor shower has come and gone, but that doesn't mean that there aren't any more good meteor displays to look forward to. In fact, another potentially good shower is just around the corner, scheduled to reach its peak during the early hours of Saturday, Sept. 1: the Aurigid meteors. (MSNBC -- Technology)
• Missing Hiker Found Dehydrated, In Shock Aug 15, 2007
The group had been taking a hike as part of their plans to see the Perseid meteor shower when they decided to take an afternoon nap. When the hikers woke up, Blackledge had disappeared. (Q13.com, WA)
Meteor shower puts on show Aug 14, 2007
The Perseid Meteor Shower will actually continue for a couple of days, but it peaked last night with a pretty good show at times. I spent the entire night on the side of County Road 260 between Missouri Highway 43 and Missouri 171, north of the city lights of Joplin and east of the lights from Carl Junction, and the observing was good. (Carthage Press, MO)
First glimpses from the Perseid meteor shower Aug 14, 2007
The 2007 Perseid meteor shower. First glimpses from the Perseid meteor shower 13 August 2007Enthusiastic observers were rewarded by a nice display of the Perseid meteor shower that was visible at its best in the night between 12 and 13 August 2007. (European Space Agency)
Meteor ShowerStargazers' images of the Perseid spectacle at night Aug 14, 2007
Over the last few days the northern hemisphere has seen the annual Perseid meteor shower. Anthony White took this picture over Downham Market in Norfolk. (BBC News -- Science)
Its showtime for star-struck meteor fans Aug 14, 2007
East Valley Astronomy Club member Martin Thompson of Phoenix talks with the Haws family of Mesa about the upcoming Perseid meteor shower ... Astronomers say the annual Perseid meteor shower is at its best this year, revealing as many as two meteors per minute during peak hours tonight and Monday morning. (East Valley Tribune)
"Unusually Good" Meteor Shower Expected Tonight Aug 14, 2007
The annual Perseid meteor shower, which peaks tonight, is poised to maintain its reputation for putting on a stellar show ... The Perseid meteor shower officially peaks at 7 a.m. ET on Thursday, August 12 and astronomers say the best time to catch an eyeful of shooting stars about 50 to 60 per hour is from midnight to dawn ... Wednesday night and early Thursday morning, the Perseid meteor shower is expected to give a spectacular display. (National Geographic)
Bandung watches as the heavens rain down Aug 14, 2007
Although constrained by cloudy skies, Bandung residents were able to catch an awe-inspiring glimpse of the Perseid meteor shower, which lasted until 2 a.m. Monday. Meteor showers are a regular occurrence, but the phenomenon was usually particularly visible around mid-August, according to Taufik Hidayat of the Bosscha Planetarium in Lembang, West Java. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia)
Nasa waits on shuttle heatshield checks Aug 14, 2007
Scientists predict the annual Perseid meteor shower will reach its peak this evening and during the early hours of Monday. August 11 2007. (Guardian Unlimited)
A date with shooting stars tomorrow Aug 13, 2007
NEW DELHI: Described as the most active showers this month, the Perseid meteor shower will peak this Monday, giving astronomy lovers in Delhi and elsewhere across the country a wonderful opportunity to watch shooting stars blazing past in the sky ... This year, the peak activity for the Perseid meteor shower is this Monday. (Hindu)
Perseid Meteor shower peaks this weekend Aug 13, 2007
LOS ANGELES - During the Perseid meteor shower, skygazers can expect to spot streaking fireballs late Sunday into dawn Monday regardless of time zone ... Tonight and early Monday are the best times to view the Perseid Meteor Shower, an annual event that produces some of the best meteor shows. (AZCentral -- News)
Perseid meteor shower reaches peak across Japan Aug 13, 2007
The Perseid meteor shower (photo take in Zao, liyagi Prefecture on Monday). ZAO, Miyagi -- The Perseid meteor shower reached its peak across Japan on early Monday to the delight of stargazers ... Officials at the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan say that the Perseid meteor shower annually reaches a peak around Aug. 12 and 13. (Mainichi Daily News)
Science: Perseid meteor shower peaks this weekend Aug 12, 2007
Perseid meteor shower peaks this weekend ... With no moon in sight to interfere with the Perseid meteor shower, skygazers can expect to spot streaking fireballs late Sunday into dawn Monday regardless of time zone. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Tonight's the night for the light fantastic Aug 12, 2007
Scientists predict the annual Perseid meteor shower will reach its peak this evening and during the early hours of Monday. It will be most apparent in the north-eastern part of the sky near the Perseus constellation. (Guardian Unlimited -- UK)
Trip the light fantastic as meteor shower bursts into life Aug 12, 2007
The Perseid meteor shower occurs roughly around this time each year as the Earth passes through a trail of debris left in the wake of Comet Swift-Tuttle as it blasts its way through space shedding clouds of dust. This year s display will begin after 9pm and is expected to reach its peak at around 3am. (Times Online)
Meteorites reveal secrets of Earth's history Aug 12, 2007
Tonight and early Monday are the best times to view the Perseid Meteor Shower, an annual event that produces some of the best meteor shows. Here are tips for viewing the shower from Robert Lunsford, operations manager for the American Meteor Society. (AZCentral -- News)
Meteor shower to be a heavenly show this weekend Aug 12, 2007
his is the Perseid meteor shower, said Dan Neal. Advertisement. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Meteor shower boasts extras, stellar timing Aug 12, 2007
Here's your story: You've gotta watch the Perseid meteor shower. It's scientific. (The Palm Beach Post)
Stargazers set sights on meteors Aug 11, 2007
The Perseid meteor shower is an annual event ... The annual Perseid meteor shower will reach its peak during the early hours of Monday, but it will be visible from Saturday night until Tuesday morning. (BBC News -- UK)
Meteors will put on a show Aug 11, 2007
If you like a good show in the sky, the Perseid meteor shower this weekend holds promise. The best times are expected to be Sunday morning before dawn, Sunday starting about 9 p.m. and early Monday morning. (News & Observer)
Don't miss the meteor shower Aug 11, 2007
"This is the Perseid meteor shower," said amateur astronomer Dan Neal. Skies will be very dark this weekend, since it's a new moon, which means it's a great time to be stargazing. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Annual Meteor Shower Promises Dazzling Display Aug 11, 2007
(AP) LOS ANGELES Summer's annual Perseid meteor shower promises to put on a dazzling show when it peaks this weekend. It coincides with a new moon, which means the skies will be dark and perfect for viewing. (CBS2.com, CA)
Meteors to streak skies this weekend Aug 11, 2007
The Perseid meteor shower happens every August, and although it's not unusual at this time of year for nighttime fog to obscure the spectacle for everyone in San Francisco, the problem can be overcome by heading for the hills outside the city. Other good spots for viewing include Bay Area parks and meadows where city lights can't pollute the dark sky. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Catch a falling star this weekend Aug 10, 2007
The Perseid meteor shower only comes once a year ... Beginning Sunday, nighttime sky watchers will be able to witness the most prime opportunity to view the Perseid meteor shower. (Camdenton Lake Sun Leader, MO)
Meteor shower puts on weekend spectacular Aug 10, 2007
Canadian skies will be streaked with hundreds of meteors Sunday evening as the annual Perseid meteor shower reaches its peak ... Photographers look into the dark skies to capture a shot during the Perseid Meteor shower, north of Castaic Lake in California, August 12, 2005. (Globe and Mail)
Perseid meteor show to peak from August 10-15 Aug 10, 2007
Washington, Aug 10: The Perseid meteor shower, an annual celestial event loved by millions of skywatchers around the world, will return to the night sky this coming weekend, and a new Moon occurring at the same time, will make sure bright moonlight doesnt spoil the view, Sky cope magazine has predicted. The Perseid shower would reach its peak late on Sunday night, August 12, and the rate of activity should pick up after midnight until the first light of dawn, the magazine said. (Zee News)
This Week's Sky at a Glance Aug 9, 2007
The Perseid meteor shower is just two nights from its predicted peak of activity. Don't miss any chance to look for late-night meteors this weekend if the sky is clear. (SkyAndTelescope.com)
Meteor shower could put on a good show Aug 8, 2007
According to sky watchers at NASA, this year's Perseid meteor shower, which will peak in the overnight hours of Sunday night, Aug. 12 and Monday morning, Aug. 13, could be something to see ... The Perseid meteor shower will peak on the night of Aug. 12 and 13 with as. (Carthage Press, MO)
Annual meteor shower expected in mid-month Aug 7, 2007
The Perseid meteor shower takes place once every year. According to a news release, this year it is expected to have the highest number of shooting stars on the nights of August 11 through August 14. (FOX 11, AZ)
Hilo center invites families to learn more about meteors Aug 6, 2007
That night will be the peak of the annual Perseid meteor shower, which can produce up to 60 meteors an hour across the night sky. People call them "shooting" or "falling" stars, but they are actually meteors -- bits of dust, ice and rock from comet tails or asteroid fragments, the astronomy center said. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
August brings meteor showers Aug 4, 2007
That display is, of course, the annual Perseid meteor shower beloved by everyone from meteor enthusiasts to summer campers. This year experts predict an , as peak activity will coincide with a new moon, meaning dark skies that allow the meteors to shine. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Perseid Meteor Shower Night Sky Watch program begins Aug. 9 Aug 2, 2007
The peak of the Perseid Meteor Shower meteors can be observed any time during the month of August, although hardcore stargazers can best view them before dawn on Aug. 12 and 13. During this time of the year Earth intersects the orbit of dust particles left behind by the comet Swift-Tuttle in 1992 and the results are spectacular. (Grand Coulee Star, WA)
Library doin's Aug 2, 2007
This will be a great way for families to prepare to view the peak of the Perseid Meteor Shower next week. KIDS AND PARENTS. (Grand Coulee Star, WA)
More of this story Jul 30, 2007
Skywatch: Total lunar eclipse and Perseid Meteor Shower ... Another astronomical event of note is this month s Perseid Meteor Shower, peaking on Aug. 12. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Night Sky Watch program begins Jun 21, 2007
The Night Sky Watch Program Series continues on July 13 at Keller Ferry Campground, July 14 at Spring Canyon Campground, and to observe the Perseid Meteor Shower: August 4 at Fort Spokane, August 9at Steamboat Rock State Park, August 10 at Keller Ferry Campground, and August 11 at Spring Canyon Campground. Program times vary according to sunset, so check with the park for current program times. (Grand Coulee Star, WA)
Skywatching: Celestial highlights in 2007 Jan 6, 2007
Meteor showersThe peak of the annual performance of the famous Perseid meteor shower very nearly coincides with a new moon late on the night of Aug. 12-13, which will make for excellent observing conditions for viewing meteors at rates of 50 to 100 per hour. Astronomer Peter Jenniskens at NASA/Ames Research Center is an outburst of bright meteors on the morning of Sept. 1, for those living in western North America. (MSNBC -- Technology)
