Lunar Eclipse Tonight/Morning. . .Don't Forget!

Image from source, Huffington Post

Yeah, this post is only good for a couple more hours. And I already did a Science is Cool post about it. But anyway, at 11:41 pm PST, get your coat on and go stare into the sky. You don't even need one of those ridiculous pinhole, pie plate contraptions!

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Lunar Eclipse Tonight: 2010 Winter Solstice To Coincide With Total Full Moon Eclipse On December 20, 21

Multiple astronomical events are lining up for a rare display of synchronization tonight as a total lunar eclipse overlaps with 2010's winter solstice.


Depending on the location, late night December 20 or early morning December 21, the full moon will be darkened by Earth's shadow as our planet passes between it and the sun. December 21 is also the winter solstice, the longest night of the year, after which the days will begin to grow longer. Coupled with the lunar spectacle, it means we're in for an especially dark eve. . .

Read more at: Huffington Post