On the first wednesday of August, AGWA will be holding the monthly AGWA meeting at BinoCentral, doors open at 7:00PM, Meeting is from 7:30PM - 9:00PM. Checkout the AGWA Facebook group for more info. 

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If you've ever wanted to spot a planet - but weren't sure where or when to look - this is your moment. Before sunrise on the mornings of 19th - 22nd April 2026, three planets Mercury, Mars, and Saturn will appear close together in the sky, forming a beautiful and eye-catching planetary trio. All you need to do is look toward the east.

No special knowledge is required. No telescope required (but highly recommended if you want a closer and more detailed look). Just clear, unobstructed skies and a few quiet minutes before dawn.

From our viewpoint on Earth, the planets will appear to bunch together in a small area of sky. This is called a planetary alignment (or scientifically known as triple planet conjunction), and while it doesn’t happen every year, it is always a treat especially when Mercury is involved because it is harder to spot due to the close proximity