Cold is the Night
When the Stars Shine Bright Is there any truth to this weather lore? And how come the stars seem brighter in colder months?

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.

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?

A Red and Green Star?!
Is it possible that a star could appear red or green in color?

How long does a star last in outer space?
Does it ever explode? Ever wonder how old a star is? Or if it ever explodes? Read on for the answers and more star-filled information.

What are star clusters?
Ever hear of a star cluster? Find out what a star cluster is.

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 Is a Light Year?
Want to see the past? It's possible!

Set Your Sights on Scorpion
Now is the perfect time to spot a Scorpion in the night sky. Find out where and how.

Now Showing: The Summer Triangle
Starring: Vega, Altair, and Deneb This is the time of year when you can spot the famous “Summer Triangle.”

What Are Meteors?
Look to the sky! Is it a bird, plane, shooting star or meteor? Learn what a meteor is, why they happen, and when you might be able to view a meteor shower.

Summer Sky Fun
Summer is a fun time to star and planet gaze. Now is a good time to spot Jupiter. Learn more.

Look -- It's a Shooting Star!
Don't miss one of the year's best meteor showers. The Perseids peak August 12.

What are meteors?
Find out here.

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.

What is heat lightning?
Heat lightning is common during the summer months. Learn what causes it and why you can see it.

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.

Decorating the Christmas Tree
Decorating the Christmas tree can be traced back to the 7th century. A wide variety of decorations, including tinsel made with real silver, have been used over the centuries. Here are a few ideas for making your tree special.

A Lunar Show You Won't Want to Miss!
Tune in this Wednesday, February 20. Finally! A Lunar Eclipse that more than 3 billion people will be able to view! Find out more about this spectacular event!

Have you Exercised your Senses Lately
Tune into life's simple pleasures by exercising your senses. Learn how here.

Microwave Peanut Brittle
This peanut brittle is so easy to make using the microwave.

Benjamin Banneker
The incredible story of the first Almanac written by an African-American--Benjamin Banneker, a son of slaves who solely through 'observational knowledge' taught himself to read, write, make a working clock, and understand the stars.

Season One
Episode 3
EPISODE THREE: A PRESIDENTIAL FARMER AND THE FIRST ALMANAC BY AN AFRICAN-AMERICANInsights from former President Jimmy Carter; the incredible story of the first Almanac written by an African-American-Benjamin Banneker, son of slaves who solely through 'observational knowledge' taught himself...

North Star
November 8, 2007 10:54 AM

The Milky Way - A Deep Question
February 5, 2008 9:28 AM

Last night's Lunar Eclipse was ...
February 21, 2008 2:58 PM

The True Blue Moon
November 27, 2007 4:24 PM

The 100 Year Difference (1907)
January 11, 2008 5:07 PM

The Dog Days of Summer
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