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MAS Happenings – November 25 2025
Happenings this Week There will be CAKE at next week’s monthly meeting, so save room while you’re enjoying your turkey feast. Happy Thanksgiving! Friday, November 28 7:30 - 9:00 PM CT Beginners’ astronomy lesson, laser sky tour, sky legends from around the world. Family friendly, all ages! Pershing Field Park, 3523 W 48th Street Weather permitting. Click...
MAS Happenings – November 18 2025
Happenings this Week As Astrologer to the Astronomers (one of my many dubious hats), I thought I'd do a reading this week. I only had time for one. Your Horoscope Today: Ophiuchus Your month is just around the corner, Ophiuchus — but instead of excitement, your imposter syndrome has gone into overdrive. Ever since your ruling planet (Pluto) was demoted to...
MAS Happenings – November 11 2025
Happenings this Week ROLL OUT THE RED CARPET, SKY NERDS — THE TAURID SWARM HAS ARRIVED! Earth has been plowing directly into the legendary debris stream of Comet Encke — delivering SLOW-MOTION FIREBALLS blazing across the heavens at MAXIMUM DRAMATIC IMPACT!!AND TONIGHT… THIS ONE NIGHT… THE PINNACLE ARRIVES! Be there to witness the spectacle! The drama! The...
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