The Sky Tonight

Embark on a captivating tour of the night sky as seen from our area, featuring visible planets, bright stars, seasonal constellations, periodic comets, upcoming rocket launches, and more!

The bright stars of spring evenings serve as stepping-stones through time. Sirius, the brightest star in the night sky, lies a mere nine light-years from Earth, while the stars of Orion’s Belt gleam from over a thousand light-years away. This April, we’ll show you how nearby planets add another layer to this cosmic timeline, their light reaching us in mere minutes.

For nearly a year, astronomers have been watching a pair of stars in the constellation Corona Borealis, waiting for them to “go nova,” becoming bright enough to be visible with the unaided eye. What’s happening in this distant system, why are astronomers interested, and how can you see this event yourself? Find out in our May The Sky Tonight shows.

Recommended for ages 8+; 60-minute live and interactive show. Advance ticket purchase is encouraged.

Sponsored by Domino Sugar Yonkers Refinery.