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This Month’s Sky 

Our two brightest planets are putting on a great show once again, in the evening sky, this month. Soon after sunset, dazzling Venus can be located in the western sky. On May 1, Venus is visible until 10:30 pm and until 11:00 pm on May 31. On May 18, the crescent Moon pairs with Venus for a lovely sight. On May 19, the crescent Moon will be above Venus. Jupiter will be up and slightly left of the crescent Moon, another lovely sight. Venus and Jupiter continue to get closer throughout the month. By May 31, the two brightest planets will be eight degrees apart.

Brilliant Jupiter is present in the night sky until 1:00 am in early May and midnight at month’s end. You can locate Jupiter high in the western sky after sunset. Telescope views are great. Grab a pair of binoculars and as you focus on Jupiter you will see pinpoints of light, by the king of the planets, which are the Galilean moons. The crescent Moon pairs with Jupiter on May 19 and 20.

Here’s what you’ll need to start exploring tonight’s sky:  

Starry Trails

This narrative explains where to look and how to identify stars, deep sky objects, constellations, planets!

Starry Map

Your simple sky map to locate stars, planets and constellation positions.

Starry Trail Map

While using the narrative, this is your visual guide on starting point and the monthly
adventure through the night sky.  

Illustrations

This will show you the position of the constellations and help you seek them out.

Starry Checklist

This will help you keep track of everything you view in this month’s night sky.

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Listen to Suzie as she helps you navigate your journey thru the stars!! 

Starry Trails Video Archive
Plus, Hoover-Price Planetarium, Canton OH – Videos

Host Suzie Dills provides a look at the celestial highlights in the night sky!

 Make sure you check the sky chart in your area to make sure there are clear skies!
Clear Sky Cleveland Chart –

I’m VERY excited to share my children’s books with everyone!

Stella’s Starry Adventures!
Join Stella, as she takes you on an adventure through the night sky!
Kids will love learning about the constellations and more with Stella as their guide!

Stellas’ books are available on Amazon – In Print and Kindle versions.