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Things Are Looking Up!
100 Hours of Astronomy 2009 is the International Year of Astronomy. Learn about 100 hours of astronomy here.
100 Hours of Astronomy 2009 is the International Year of Astronomy. Learn about 100 hours of astronomy here.
Astronomy Unites World
The universe is yours to discover during the International Year of Astronomy.
The universe is yours to discover during the International Year of Astronomy.
Is Your Love Written in the Stars?
A historical look at astrology. Ever wonder how astronomy and astrology are connected? Learn about how the fate of our ancestors relied on the stars.
A historical look at astrology. Ever wonder how astronomy and astrology are connected? Learn about how the fate of our ancestors relied on the stars.
The Magical Mysterious Moon
For centuries, the moon has been an object of awe, tall tales, and mysterious powers. Learn more about the many beliefs around the moon here.
For centuries, the moon has been an object of awe, tall tales, and mysterious powers. Learn more about the many beliefs around the moon here.
What is a Blue Moon?
Ever wonder what a Blue Moon is?
Ever wonder what a Blue Moon is?
What is Saint Elmo's Fire?
This unique phenomenon has been a cause of a lot of speculation and awe. Learn what it is and what causes this "fire."
This unique phenomenon has been a cause of a lot of speculation and awe. Learn what it is and what causes this "fire."
Do Stars Really Twinkle?
How about planets? Have you ever star gazed and noticed that the stars seem to be blinking at you? Do they really twinkle?
How about planets? Have you ever star gazed and noticed that the stars seem to be blinking at you? Do they really twinkle?
What is the definition of Zodiac?
Zodiac is a term that is used often, but do you know what it really means?
Zodiac is a term that is used often, but do you know what it really means?
May is Great for Mercury Watching
Are you ready for some night sky fun? Be sure to find out what’s happening and how you may be able to easily recognize this planet in the night sky.
Are you ready for some night sky fun? Be sure to find out what’s happening and how you may be able to easily recognize this planet in the night sky.
A Night Time Show
Early June is a great time to star gaze at night. Find out what you might be able to see in the night sky.
Early June is a great time to star gaze at night. Find out what you might be able to see in the night sky.
The Summer Solstice: Facts and Folklore
The longest day of the year...at least for half of us.
The longest day of the year...at least for half of us.
Now Showing: The Summer Triangle
Starring: Vega, Altair, and Deneb This is the time of year when you can spot the famous “Summer Triangle.”
Starring: Vega, Altair, and Deneb This is the time of year when you can spot the famous “Summer Triangle.”
Set Your Sights on Scorpion
Now is the perfect time to spot a Scorpion in the night sky. Find out where and how.
Now is the perfect time to spot a Scorpion in the night sky. Find out where and how.
Armstrong and Aldrin: The Eagle Has Landed
"One small step for man, one giant leap for mankind." Read first-hand accounts of this famous trip to the moon.
"One small step for man, one giant leap for mankind." Read first-hand accounts of this famous trip to the moon.
Pole Vaulting to a Solar Eclipse
First-hand account from Farmers' Almanac Astronomer. Imagine flying in a plane to chase a solar eclipse. That's what Joe Rao our astronomer did. Here's his eclipse review.
First-hand account from Farmers' Almanac Astronomer. Imagine flying in a plane to chase a solar eclipse. That's what Joe Rao our astronomer did. Here's his eclipse review.
A "Setting Teapot"
What in the world does that mean? It's in the Farmers' Almanac, and it refers to something in the sky.
What in the world does that mean? It's in the Farmers' Almanac, and it refers to something in the sky.
Meteor Shower Alert!
April Lyrid Showers This week may be a great time to stay up late or get up early to see some magic in the sky.
April Lyrid Showers This week may be a great time to stay up late or get up early to see some magic in the sky.
Who Invented the Telescope?
A history this most important important astronomical tool.
A history this most important important astronomical tool.
Look for the Ploughman in the Sky
Bootes, or the Ploughman, is one of the easisest to spot, but least well-known constellations.
Bootes, or the Ploughman, is one of the easisest to spot, but least well-known constellations.
A Beginner’s Guide to the Stars
Star gazing is fun. Here's a quick guide to help you figure out which star is which.
Star gazing is fun. Here's a quick guide to help you figure out which star is which.
The Orionids are Coming!
The annual Orionids meteor shower is on its way. What you need to know to enjoy the show.
The annual Orionids meteor shower is on its way. What you need to know to enjoy the show.
A Full PINK Moon?!
You've heard of a "blue" moon but what is a "pink" moon?
You've heard of a "blue" moon but what is a "pink" moon?
Look! It's a Strawberry Moon
June's Full Strawberry Moon It doesn't look like a strawberry but it is known as the Full Strawberry Moon.
June's Full Strawberry Moon It doesn't look like a strawberry but it is known as the Full Strawberry Moon.
What is Copernicus Famous For?
A favorite pastime catapulted this Renaissance Man to astronomical fame.
A favorite pastime catapulted this Renaissance Man to astronomical fame.
Look! It’s A Full Flower Moon
Learn when and why this month's moon is named the full flower moon.
Learn when and why this month's moon is named the full flower moon.
November's Full Beaver Moon
On November 13th at 1:17 a.m., the moon will be full. Learn why this month's full moon is called the Full Beaver Moon.
On November 13th at 1:17 a.m., the moon will be full. Learn why this month's full moon is called the Full Beaver Moon.
December's Full Cold Moon
It's cold in some areas of the country, but is the moon cold? Learn why December 12th's full moon is the Cold Moon.
It's cold in some areas of the country, but is the moon cold? Learn why December 12th's full moon is the Cold Moon.
Saturn's Disappearing Rings
Saturn will be at opposition on March 8, but where are its "missing" rings?
Saturn will be at opposition on March 8, but where are its "missing" rings?
January's Full Wolf Moon
Farmers' Almanac explains the folklore behind the first full moon of the new year.
Farmers' Almanac explains the folklore behind the first full moon of the new year.
March's Full Worm Moon
The moon will be full at 10:38 pm on Tuesday, March 10. Find out why this moon is called the Full Worm Moon.
The moon will be full at 10:38 pm on Tuesday, March 10. Find out why this moon is called the Full Worm Moon.
Full Snow Moon
Why is February's full moon called the Full Snow Moon? Find out here.
Why is February's full moon called the Full Snow Moon? Find out here.
Full SHADOW Moon?
February 9 there's a penumbral eclipse. Learn how and why February's full Snow Moon may be a little duller than normal.
February 9 there's a penumbral eclipse. Learn how and why February's full Snow Moon may be a little duller than normal.
How did an Almanac Save Christopher Columbus?!
Christopher Columbus once used an Almanac and an eclipse to save he and his crew. Find out how.
Christopher Columbus once used an Almanac and an eclipse to save he and his crew. Find out how.
Full Harvest Moon
Full moon names have interesting stories behind them. Discover why September's full moon is often referred to as the Full Harvest Moon.
Full moon names have interesting stories behind them. Discover why September's full moon is often referred to as the Full Harvest Moon.
Hail to the Bizarre – Weird Presidential Trivia
Presidents are people too. You're sure to be amused by these quirky presidential facts.
Presidents are people too. You're sure to be amused by these quirky presidential facts.
Here Come the Leonid Meteors
Circle November 17th on your calendars for an early showing of meteors!
Circle November 17th on your calendars for an early showing of meteors!
Blog
Summer Solstice and the Passing of an Astronomy Legend
June 21, 2007 8:41 AM
June 21, 2007 8:41 AM
Perseid Meteor Showers
August 4, 2008 12:29 PM
August 4, 2008 12:29 PM
Have it your way.
September 30, 2008 4:01 PM
September 30, 2008 4:01 PM
New Website … a Beautiful Thing.
August 13, 2007 10:41 AM
August 13, 2007 10:41 AM
Harvest Full Moon
September 26, 2007 8:27 AM
September 26, 2007 8:27 AM
HOT NEWS: Comet 17P/Holmes is undergoing a spectacular eruption!
October 25, 2007 9:14 AM
October 25, 2007 9:14 AM
Help us name that moon contest
September 1, 2009 11:24 AM
September 1, 2009 11:24 AM
Sunrise/ sunset Question
September 11, 2007 2:34 AM
September 11, 2007 2:34 AM
Abe Lincoln Day
August 22, 2007 10:30 AM
August 22, 2007 10:30 AM
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Zodiac Signs, Astrology and Astronomy Explained
Astrology interprets the influence that the Sun and Moon have while they are in a specific zodiacal sign. Astrology is based on the concept that there are 12 signs of the zodiac, measuring 30 degrees each, along the astrological circle.However,...
Astrology interprets the influence that the Sun and Moon have while they are in a specific zodiacal sign. Astrology is based on the concept that there are 12 signs of the zodiac, measuring 30 degrees each, along the astrological circle.However,...
