by admin | Apr 22, 2015 | News, Night Skies
A Night Sky Resolution was passed in Llano April 6th! “The Llano City Council should be commended for adopting their resolution and taking this important step in promoting better lighting and preserving the Llano starry nights.” Ken Kattner, HCA Night Sky team member...
by admin | Apr 5, 2015 | News, Night Skies
What’s the difference between a Blue Moon and a Comanche Moon? When is the best time this summer to see the International Space Station pass over Blanco? Have you ever seen a galaxy or a nebula with your own two eyes? Do you know that two different comets will...
by admin | Feb 19, 2015 | News, Night Skies
Celebrates “dark sky” status with activities, music, stargazing The Friends of Enchanted Rock (FOER) and the staff of Enchanted Rock State Natural Area (ERSNA) are inviting the public to the first Enchanted “Rock Star” Festival on Saturday, Feb 21. The event will take...
by admin | Feb 1, 2015 | News, Night Skies
There are two events this February where you can learn how to save money, preserve our night skies and enjoy some star gazing with friends and family. Join HCA for “Better Lights for Starry Nights” at the Johnson City Library Feb 17 and Enchanted Rock Star...
by admin | Jan 6, 2015 | News, Night Skies
“The stars at night, are big and bright, deep in the heart of Texas…” The 1942 Hit Parade song paying tribute to the Lone Star State’s starry skies strikes a sour note today in large cities nestled deep in the heart of Texas, where artificial light pollution has...
by admin | Dec 12, 2014 | News, Night Skies
On Friday, December 12, the Blanco Chamber of Commerce recognized four Blanco businesses for their night sky-friendly outdoor lighting and support of night sky preservation. Accepting the Chamber’s Night Sky-Friendly Business Recognition Program Certificates of Merit...
