The moon will be closest to the Pleiades in the hours following sunset.

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Learn how to spot Sirius, Procyon and their canine constellations, and discover the myths and science behind the dog stars.

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Helping young people tap into their excitement about the night sky helps them build confidence and opens career pathways they may not have considered before.

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Sky This Week is brought to you in part by Celestron. Friday, January 9Cygnus may be sinking toward the horizon a few hours ...

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Learn how to find Sirius and Procyon in the evening sky this week. Step-by-step guide includes constellation positions, companion stars and observing times.