Astronomy Highlights

Later this evening, the waning gibbous Moon (68% illuminated) rises in the east and shows us the way to the small, but mighty red planet Mars. The planet won’t be particularly bright, because it’s half the size of Earth and almost 82 million miles

Once again, the Moon helps us to spot another planet this month. Find the almost full, but technically 96% illuminated waning gibbous Moon rising in the east. The giant planet Jupiter will be below the Moon. Don’t miss this sight and grab a pair of

The Moon helps to point the way to find another gorgeous planet this month - Saturn. Look towards the south to spot the 70% illuminated Moon (Full Moon is on the 15th). Saturn will be directly above the lovely Moon.Keep following Fiske this month as

Take a stroll this evening after sunset to catch sight of an 11% illuminated waxing crescent Moon along with brilliant Venus. The pair will be low to the southwestern horizon. Follow us throughout the month as the Moon points the way to

Happy Halloween! Believe it or not, today is an astronomical holiday—a cross-quarter day to be exact (like Groundhog Day in February).Halloween falls between the autumnal equinox and winter solstice and has been celebrated since ancient times

The Moon and Saturn form a pretty pair tonight. You’ll spot them to the east-southeast in the constellation of Aquarius. The Moon’s brightness will make it difficult to see many of the stars, but the ringed giant’s brilliance will shine through.