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Buying a telescope is a big step, especially if you’re not sure what all those terms — f/ratio, magnification, go-to — mean. So, to eliminate confusion and make sure you understand what you’re buying, ...

How telescope magnifications work and why eyepieces are the best upgrade for achieving your stargazing goals. When you ...

If a telescope is on your shopping list, considering a few things will help ensure it provides years of discovery instead of an expensive place to hang clothes. Telescopes are popular holiday gifts ...

Getting your first telescope should feel exciting, not frustrating. If I avoid a few common beginner mistakes, I can turn that confusing bundle of glass and metal into a tool that reliably shows the ...

This all-inclusive refractor is best for observing planets and the moon, but still able to give skywatchers some glimpses of deep-sky objects.

Staring up at the night sky, it’s hard not to get overwhelmed with the sheer size of the galaxy. There are millions of things to look at, but you need the right equipment. If you’ve already started to ...

Santa Monica College’s John Drescher Planetarium continues its Friday evening events in November 2022 with free, live virtual shows presented online at smc.edu/planetarium. This month’s friendly ...