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Lecture: Waiting for the Eclipse

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Sunday 9 August 2026 from 8.30 pm.

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Everything you need to know about eclipses, in preparation for the one on August 12 (in France). The lecture will be followed by night sky observation, with the naked eye and through instruments.

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Presented by Mr. Mercier and Mr. Potet from AMAS (Marseille Astronomy Association).

To ensure optimal viewing conditions, public lighting will be switched off. Please bring a flashlight for your movements; artificial lighting is prohibited at the observation site to avoid disturbance, as it significantly reduces visual acuity for at least 15 minutes.

Full programme available here: https://www.lesorres.com/sur-place/evenements-animations/les-nuits-des-…

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Sunday 9 August 2026 from 8.30 pm.

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Free of charge.

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Lecture: Waiting for the Eclipse
05200 Les Orres
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The nights of the stars

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From Friday 7 August to Sunday 9 August

Les Orres, in collaboration with the Marseille Astronomy Association, offers lectures and stargazing sessions. This year’s conference theme will focus on the Sun, in anticipation of the near-total solar eclipse (in France) on August 12.

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