: By Dave HuestisComet Machholz is now traversing the circumpolar sky a few degrees from Polaris. With the bright moon and it receding from the inner solar system, it should still be visible in binoculars and small telescopes.
: By Dave HuestisThe final meteor shower of 2004 is the Geminids of December,
now undeniably the most reliable meteor shower of the year. This
year the peak is on the night of December 13-14, Monday night to
Tuesday morning. Though it is unfortunate that its peak is on a
week night, observing conditions make this shower the one you
should get out there and watch.
Our annual holiday party meeting was very merry. Dr. Owen Gingerich talked about his book "The Book Nobody Read," and we all enjoyed abundant refreshments and live entertainment by Gerry Dyck.