The Astronomical League's Observing Challenge for the Galaxy Season has started.  It runs from now through June 30, 2022.  This is open to anyone, membership in the AL is not required.  For more information, go to the Challenge's web page:  

https://www.astroleague.org/content/al-observing-challenge-special-observing-award

The Youth Astronomer Observing Program has been split into the Silver and Gold Levels.  This program is a stepping stone for young astronomers (17 years old or younger) to dip ther feet into the Astronomical League's Observing Programs.  Only 25 observations are required from 5 different programs.  For full details check out their updated web page:

https://www.astroleague.org/content/youth-astronomer-observing-program

As was announced at the Virtual AL-Con, we have a new Observing Challenge Special Award.  In cooperation with NASA's International Observe the Moon Night, we are presenting this new challenge.  The target night for your observations is October 16, 2021.  For complete details, visit our website by clicking here.