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Tuesday 21 February 2012

Watch out for a big show this weekend!

If the sky is clear on Saturday this weekend, look into the western sky as the twlight gathers. Jupiter, Venus and the Moon will be close togther in a magnificent display that's actually quite rare. The closeness of all three objects will bring them into focus at the centre of your eye, where you are at your most sensitive, and the view should be really good. I would love to receive any pictures you manage to take - they can go on this blogsite! Notice Mercury down at the bottom of the view too - that'll be hard to spot! Sunday will be good too, so don't worry if you don't manage to see anything on the Saturday.