The nights of the stars 2022
For the 32nd edition, with the theme “Exploration”, the nights of the stars are waiting for you on August 5, 6 and 7, 2022.
For this great celebration of astronomy which will take place throughout France and in several European and African countries, you will be able to join one of the many places (hundreds available) in order to contemplate the celestial vault.
This event, open to young and old alike, will be a good opportunity to use Android applications to make the most of this gigantic magical scene located above our heads.
Here is a (non-exhaustive) list inviting you to take a leap into the stars.
Contents
Sky and Space
“Ciel et Espace, Le +” brings together the interactive digital publications of the magazine “Ciel et Espace”, the bimonthly dedicated to the sciences of the Universe published by the French Association of Astronomy.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.afa.cieletespace.leplus
sky map
This open source application, developed by Sky Map Devs and offered by Google, will allow you to transform your Android mobile device into a real sky observatory.
Sky Map
Day or night, this application will allow you to observe the sky and even the other side of the globe. Want to know what this bright star is called? Point your screen at her and get all the information about her.
https://www.android-logiciels.fr/carte-du-ciel
Mobile Observatory – Astronomy
Mobile Observatory is one of the most comprehensive astronomy apps available on Android, and a perfect tool for anyone interested in the wonders of the sky, from the casual observer to the avid amateur astronomer.
https://www.android-logiciels.fr/mobile-observatory-astronomie
Cozmic Zoom
While enjoying the trip, you will learn amazing facts and can improve your knowledge of astronomy, biology, cosmology, physics, space, and more.
https://www.android-logiciels.fr/cozmic-zoom
ISS Detector
ISS Detector is the must-have app for anyone with an interest in astronomy. ISS Detector will tell you when and where to look to observe the Station or Iridium flashes.
https://www.android-logiciels.fr/iss-detector
Heavens-Above
If you like having your head in the stars, this app will provide you with accurate predictions of the passage of the International Space Station (ISS) and satellites (including Iridium satellites) above you, in real time or for a future date.
https://www.android-logiciels.fr/heavens-suivez-iss
Useful information
• To find out if an observation site is near you: https://www.afastronomie.fr/manifestations
• The websites of the two greatest space reporters of all time: http://hubblesite.org
• Live 24 hours a day from the International Space Station (ISS): http://www.ustream.tv/channel/live-iss-stream
• Club Regulus: http://clubregulus.free.fr/NuitDesEtoiles.html
• CNES (National Center for Space Studies): https://cnes.fr
• Science and Industry museum : https://www.cite-sciences.fr/fr/au-programme/animations-spectacles/animations/soirees-eve
Good observations, and do not hesitate to suggest your applications and/or links 
