Jupiter and Saturn: The Great Conjunction

Jupiter and Saturn: The Great Conjunction

Nov 30, 2020 | Planets

Jupiter and Saturn are about to treat stargazers with The Great Conjunction, a rare astronomical event. THE GREAT CONJUNCTION We’ve watched Jupiter and Saturn make their way across our night sky all summer and fall, but before they vanish from sight until next year,...
Venus: The Planet with Two Names

Venus: The Planet with Two Names

Apr 5, 2020 | Planets, Stargazing

When you look up at the sky after sunset tonight and through the end of May, you can see a very bright star in the West. That “star” is actually the planet Venus. STAR BRIGHT Image from planetary.org Venus shines brighter than any other planets or stars in the night...