Sorry, but iffy skies + astronomer unavailability led to no sidewalk astronomy this past weekend. We'll try again next month. In the meantime, check out this month's What's Up video from NASA. It's filled with great observing tips - planets and constellations visible with your unaided eye from your city location this month.

Here's the link! https://youtu.be/7FyEAPcvErQ

Of particular notice is the moon occulting, (passing in front of) Mars. Even with binos this will be visible as the red planet disappears behind the moon. Timing for our timezone: Mars disappears behind the moon 6:31 p.m. and reappears at 7:31, weather permitting Tuesday night December 7th. The video shows a great animation, so you can see what to look for. I highly recommend it, if the expected clouds don't interfere.

Take care everyone! Jane and the Sidewak Astronomers

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Jane Houston Jones, retired JPLer
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