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Moon, twin stars, two dazzling planets before dawn September 11 (click title to entry - thank you)
For several days, the moon has been moving between two dazzling morning planets, Venus and Jupiter. Venus is
the one closer to the horizon. Jupiter is above. The moon, Jupiter and Venus have made a “line” in the predawn sky. Look east! On Tuesday morning, September 11, early morning risers will be additionally rewarded with a glimpse of the waning crescent moon in close vicinity to the Gemini twin stars, Castor and Pollux. Although Castor and Pollux are respectfully bright stars, they pale in contrast to Venus and Jupiter. Still, you’ll enjoy picking them out. Castor and Pollux are noticeable on the sky’s dome for being bright and close together....
