Observing

1. Peaks of “Eternal” Light

   If we ever try to live on the Moon, the best locations will be polar mountains bathed in nearly continuous sunlight.

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2. This Week’s Sky at a Glance, June 23 – July 1

   This is the time of year when the two brightest stars of summer, Arcturus and Vega, are equally high overhead soon after dark: Arcturus in the southwest, Vega toward the east.

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3. Fun in the Sun: A White-Light Guide to Our Nearest Star

   We examine the fascinating solar phenomena that anyone with a small scope and safe solar filter can see, whether the Sun's in eclipse or not.

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4. This Week’s Sky at a Glance, June 16 – 24

   The term "Midsummer's Night" is left over from when the seasons were commonly defined as beginning and ending around the cross-quarter days.

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5. Hello, Saturn! We’re Glad You’re Back

   Saturn, considered by many the most beautiful sight in the sky, comes to opposition this week with its rings in full tilt. You won't want to miss it.

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