NamedLight Blog
Astronomy tips, gift ideas, and stories from the stars.
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.
Occasions & Milestones
The Best Father’s Day Gifts for Every Kind of Dad
The best Father’s Day gifts don’t come from a last-minute search. Here are ideas worth actually giving — organized around the kind of dad you’re shopping for.
Constellation Guides
Boötes: The Herdsman and the Brightest Star in the Northern Sky
Boötes is one of the oldest named constellations in the sky, and it contains Arcturus — the brightest star in the northern hemisphere. Here's what to know about it and how to find it.
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.
Uncategorized
What Happens to My Star After I Name It?
You've named your star — now what? Here's exactly what happens behind the scenes, what you'll receive, and what it means going forward.