The Cayman Islands Astronomical Society is inviting people to join it for a free evening of stargazing on Wednesday, 27 March, where participants will get a chance to view a passing comet.
Tiyen Miller, of the astronomical society, said he and fellow astronomers will be on the lookout for the 12P/Pons-Brooks comet.
“We will look for the visiting comet 12P/Pons-Brooks and the elusive planet Mercury right after sunset. Jupiter and its moons will also be on display, as well as the beautiful Orion Nebula, a birthplace of stars,” Miller said.
The comet passes Earth every 71 years.
It was first discovered by Jean-Louis Pons on 12 July 1812, and then independently rediscovered by William Robert Brooks in 1883 – hence the double-barrelled name.
All are welcome to the hour-long skygazing event, which will be held on the grassy patch near the parking lot of Seven Mile Public Beach from 7pm, Miller said.
If there is more than 50% cloud cover, it will be cancelled, so check the society’s Facebook page for the latest updates.
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