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Celestial Events

Useful links to help you find more information about celestial events and what is currently visible in tonight’s sky.


Phases of the Moon

Phases of the moon

Here is a quick explanation for why we see phases

Here you can find the current phase


Solar & Lunar Eclipse Information

Solar Eclipse

NASA’s Solar & Lunar Eclipse Page

NASA maintained website with excellent information about this year’s  – and future years – eclipses


Meteor Shower Information

Meteor Shower graphic

A brief tutorial about meteor showers and how to view them

Meteor Shower Information from the Time and Date website


Current Sky Map

skymaps.com

Download free printable map of the current night sky.

It is easy to read and loaded with information.


The Sky at a Glance

Sky and Telescope

The Sky At A Glance
A more detailed description of current celestial objects for backyard astronomy from Sky & Telescope magazine


The Sky This Week

Astronomy Magazine

The Sky This Week
A more detailed description of current celestial objects for backyard astronomy from Astronomy magazine