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August 2011

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Globular cluster M28, open cluster M25, and planetary nebula NGC 6781

August 25-September 1, 2011: Globular cluster M28 and open cluster M25 in Sagittarius offer small-telescope owners nice views, while large-telescope owners can seek out planetary nebula NGC 6781 in Aquila.

By Michael E. Bakich // Published: August 25, 2011

Open cluster M26, globular cluster M56, and spiral galaxy IC 4808

August 18-25, 2011: Open cluster M26 offers small-telescope owners a nice view, while large-telescope owners can seek out globular cluster M56 and spiral galaxy IC 4808.

By Michael E. Bakich // Published: August 18, 2011

The Captain Hook Cluster, a complex of dark nebulae, and globular cluster M54

August 11-18, 2011: The Captain Hook Clutser and a complex of dark nebulae in Scutum offer small-telescope owners nice views, while large-telescope owners can seek out globular cluster M54.

By Michael E. Bakich // Published: August 11, 2011

Two nice stars in Lyra, globular cluster M70, and planetary nebula NGC 6742

August 4-11, 2011: Two nice stars in Lyra and globular cluster M70 offer small-telescope owners nice views, while large-telescope owners can seek out planetary nebula NGC 6742.

By Michael E. Bakich // Published: August 4, 2011