NamedLight Blog
Astronomy tips, gift ideas, and stories from the stars.
Stargazing & Sky Watching
The Perseid Meteor Shower: Everything You Need to Know
The Perseids peak this week — the most reliable meteor shower of the year, producing up to 100 meteors an hour at its height. Here's what's actually happening and how to get the best view.
Stargazing & Sky Watching
What Happens to the Night Sky on the Summer Solstice
The summer solstice is the longest day of the year — which also makes it the shortest night. Here’s what’s actually happening in the sky, and why it’s still worth looking up.
Stargazing & Sky Watching
The Summer Triangle: Three Stars, Three Stories
The Summer Triangle isn't a constellation — it's three stars from three different constellations that happen to form one of the most recognizable patterns in the summer sky. Each one has a story worth knowing.
Stargazing & Sky Watching
The Best Free Stargazing Apps in 2026
You don't need a telescope to explore the night sky — just a smartphone and the right app. Here are the best free stargazing apps available in 2026, and what each one does best.
Stargazing & Sky Watching
How to Find Your Named Star in the Night Sky
Your NamedLight registry page includes everything you need to find your star — right ascension, declination, constellation, and magnitude. Here's how to actually use that data to locate it in the sky.