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    ‘Once in a Blue Moon’ Coming Soon

    One way to make a Blue Moon is by using a blue filter. That's what a photographer did back in 2004 when he photographed this Full Moon rising over Brighton, Massachusetts. Credit: Kostian Iftica

    by Lauren Lambert There’s an extra special treat coming Earth’s way – a Blue Moon on the night of Oct. 31 for Halloween. What is a Blue Moon? According to modern folklore, it is a phenomenon where a Full Moon appears twice in one calendar month. Typically, each month has only one, as Full Moons …

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    It’s All About Mars in October

    Two illustrations contrasting Mars' position when it reaches opposition and conjunction. During opposition, like in October 2020, Earth passes near Mars – which is easily visible and bright. During conjunction, Mars and Earth are far from each other, so Mars appears small and faint.

    by Lance D. Davis NASA is developing a path for an exciting journey to Mars – a rich destination for scientific discovery and human exploration as we expand our presence into the solar system. This month of October brings an amazing night-sky view of the Red Planet. Mars is currently visible, reaching its highest point …

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    Sky Watching Highlights for October 2020

    There’s plenty to see in the sky for October! The Moon will be full not once, but twice this month. It’s also a great time for viewing Mars and trying to spot the galaxy of Andromeda. Learn more from the video below produced by NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory.

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