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Sky Watch
Each month, we highlight special astronomical events to help you explore the stars, Moon, and night sky from your own backyard. See the Almanac Sky Watch—and sky map.
Featured Astronomy Articles
Full Cold Moon Video
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Learn about December's Full Moon and the ancient rituals of the winter solstice.. Watch the Cold Moon video!
Eclipse Dates for the Next Two Years
When's the next solar or lunar eclipse? See Eclipse Dates 2013.
Tide Predictor
With the Tide Predictions Calculator, find high and low beach tides for any location in the U.S. and Canada for any date.
Meteor Showers
Catch a star! See meteor showers dates for 2013 —plus viewing tips.
Astronomy Blog
Moon Question of the Day
What exactly is a waning or waxing gibbous or crescent Moon? More
Moon Folklore of the Day
It is unlucky to see the first sliver of a new Moon through a window. More
See the Northern Lights!
Experience nature’s most spectacular night show! The Almanac is going to see the northern lights in February—and you’re invited to join. Click here to see the trip itinerary.
Sun Photo Contest
Share your best photos and you could win a prize. Click here to enter the contest.
Astronomy Videos
Enjoy videos about weather, gardening, the Moon, and more! See the Video Gallery.
Photo Gallery
Browse our stunning photos and submit your own! See the Photo Gallery.
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The man of the signs
(kmueller1720)
Greetings...My son is the sign of Taurus and I can't remember what my mom taught me,rest her soul. for surgury do I have it done when Taurus (neck)is far away from the area. ie:...
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When to Plant water melon
(chestertakau)
This statement below planting water melon on the second quarter does it mean germinating seeds or does it mean transplanting from nursery to the garden. i got that from some...
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astrological sign SEX what does it mean
(Eva Shurtz)
Today,July 12, 2013 has the sign of SEX in my Local Almanac for planting. What does that mean ? Is that a day to plant or weed or harvest or what ? Yesterday was a weed day and...
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ask jupiter?
(mamakat)
does anyone know what happened to her thread for best surgery dates? i can no longer put off knee replacement and have run out of time so i must get it done next month. i have no...
