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Looking Up: A Skywatcher’s Guide to December 2011
A quick look at what’s going on in the sky during the month of December.
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November 25: Partial Eclipse of the Sun
Thanksgiving night, through the wee hours of the following morning, will play host to the fourth and final solar eclipse of 2011. Learn more!
Read More »Did the Moon cause last week’s Earthquake?
Is the upcoming SuperMoon to blame for the devastating earthquake and tsunami that hit Japan last week?
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Learn the Moon Phases
Sure, everyone knows what a Full moon is, but do you know what a Waxing Gibbous or a Waning Crescent are? Find out!
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Watch Next Week for a Total Lunar Eclipse
In the early morning hours of December 21 sky watchers throughout North America can see a full lunar eclipse.
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Watch for Super Tides this Week
If you live near the ocean, you may notice larger than normal tides this week. Find out why!
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A Daytime Moon?
Ever wonder why you can sometimes see the Moon when it’s still daylight out? Find out!
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Look for this Unusual Moon Feature this Week
Pull out your telescope on the night of Tuesday, May 25th, or Wednesday, May 26th, and you may be able to spot Schroter’s Valley, the largest rille on the Moon’s surface.
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Planets Quiz: Did You Know…?
Take this quiz to test your knowledge on these lesser known planet facts.
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If you notice a hole in the upper left-hand corner of your Farmers' Almanac, don't return it to the store! That hole isn't a defect; it's a part of history. Starting with the first edition of the Farmers' Almanac in 1818, readers used to nail holes into the corners to hang it up in their homes, barns, and outhouses (to provide both reading material and toilet paper). In 1910, the Almanac's publishers began pre-drilling holes in the corners to make it even easier for readers to keep all of that invaluable information (and paper) handy.
