The Comet Lovely



The Comet Lovejoy is a new rival to the possibly deceased comet ISON which is presumed lost in the glare of our sun. The Comet Lovejoy is just now passing the Big Dipper (Ursa Major) and is speeding towards the outer parts of our solar system. Considering its relatively close proximity, the comet can currently be seen with the unaided eye. Over the next few weeks, however, it will still be visible with binoculars.

Harvest Moon Overlooking Venice High School Soccer Fields

During my high school soccer game a few weeks ago during early November, I gazed up at the sky momentarily during half time to find a huge harvest moon shining to the left of the opposing team's goal towards the East. After making my discovery I quickly alerted two of my teammates, Esther Clode and Kelly Halliwiel, both of whom go to Pine View and are in Mr. Percival's astronomy class. The three of us discussed the moon as well as various constellations that were visible during the early evening despite the lights shining bright on to field.