Conjunction of the Moon and Venus
The planet Venus appears 1.0° south of the Moon on this date. Closest approach is at 3:38 AM ET in the eastern sky
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World Philosophy Day
Philosophy is the study of the nature of reality and existence, of what is possible to know, and of right and wrong behavior. It comes from the Greek word phílosophía, meaning 'the love of wisdom.' It is one of the most important fields of human thought as it aspires to get at the very meaning of […]
Leonids Meteor Shower
Active from November 3rd to December 2nd, peaks Nov 17-18th
Last Quarter Moon
The Moon is at Last Quarter (or Third Quarter) – rising around midnight, and visible to the south after sunrise.
First Quarter Moon
The Moon is at First quarter on this date -it will be visible high in the southern sky in early evening.
Conjunction of the Moon and Spica
The star Spica will appear 2.0°S of Moon on this date.
Vernal Equinox
The March equinox marks the beginning of astronomical spring and the end of astronomical winter in the Northern Hemisphere.
Holy Thursday.
Holy Thursday is the commemoration of the Last Supper of Jesus Christ, when he established the sacrament of Holy Communion prior to his arrest and crucifixion. It also commemorates His institution of the priesthood. The holy day falls on the Thursday before Easter and is part of Holy Week. Jesus celebrated the dinner as a […]
Good Friday
Good Friday is a Christian holiday commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus and his death at Calvary. It is observed during Holy Week as part of the Paschal Triduum. It is also known as Holy Friday, Great Friday, Great and Holy Friday (also Holy and Great Friday), and Black Friday. - Wikipedia
Total Solar Eclipse
The "Great American Eclipse" occurs on this date - don't miss it!