THE MOON moves through many phases and can have a profound effect on our energy and mindset as it transitions through the night sky. Here's all of the major moon events in 2022.

The dark skies during a new moon provide ideal conditions for spotting skywatching targets that would otherwise be outshined by moonlight.

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