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In Vineyard Skies
The Last Quarter Moon
Mark Alan Lovewell
Just after midnight tonight, the last quarter moon appears close to the bright star Aldebaran. The astronomical significance isn’t that important,...
9:52 am, August 23, 2019
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August Starry Nights
Mark Alan Lovewell
For many the night sky at this time of year is the best.
10:54 am, August 16, 2019
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Perseid Meteor Shower
Mark Alan Lovewell
The good news: the Perseid Meteor Shower, one of the most popular meteor showers of the year, will peak on Monday night.
3:11 pm, August 9, 2019
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Season of Meteor Showers
Mark Alan Lovewell
Stargazing nights are at their best this time of year.
10:19 am, July 26, 2019
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Disappearing Planets
Mark Alan Lovewell
The three out of four closest planets to the Sun have all but disappeared from our view.
2:07 pm, July 19, 2019
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Moon and Jupiter
Mark Alan Lovewell
Tonight’s gibbous moon appears near the bright planet Jupiter and the brilliant red star Antares.
3:41 pm, July 12, 2019
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Crescent Moon and Regulus
Mark Alan Lovewell
Tonight’s thin crescent moon is easier to see than last night.
3:40 pm, July 5, 2019
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Astronomy and Fireworks
Mark Alan Lovewell
The Fourth of July offers those of us who love fireworks an opportunity to appreciate the night skies over Martha’s Vineyard.
10:35 am, June 28, 2019
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Summer Solstice
Mark Alan Lovewell
Summer officially arrives at 11:54 a.m. this morning.
11:42 am, June 21, 2019
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Full Moon and Saturn
Mark Alan Lovewell
On Monday night, you get a chance to see the ringed-planet Saturn, guaranteed.
10:35 am, June 14, 2019
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King Jupiter
Mark Alan Lovewell
In Roman mythology Jupiter is King of the Gods.
11:43 am, June 7, 2019
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Moonless Nights
Mark Alan Lovewell
We’ve got moonless nights ahead.
4:00 pm, May 31, 2019
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