Additionally, Jupiter’s moon Io treks in front of the planet, dragging its shadow with it. The event starts around sunset in the Midwest, as Io moves in front of the disk around 8:30 P.M. EDT.

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The Paschal Moon marks the first full Moon of spring - it appearance is used to determine the exact date on which Easter falls. Easter falls between March 22 and April 25, depending on when this ...

Passing through its Waning Gibbous phase from the 13th to the 20th, we will see the Last Quarter Moon on the 21st. The Waning Crescent Moon can be seen in the predawn sky each morning after until ...

Today, the First Quarter Moon in Cancer casts a nurturing yet motivating glow, urging us to balance our emotional needs with our ambitions. Whether you’re seeking clarity in love, a boost in your ...

According to the Bible, Jesus was crucified at Passover. And the date of the Passover is determined by the moon, in the Jewish lunar calendar. The first month of this calendar, Nisan, is set by ...

On April 4, the first quarter moon will bring emotional clarity and evoke a sense of vulnerability Prepare for what may feel like an emotional rollercoaster! April’s first quarter moon in Cancer ...

April’s pink moon is also a micromoon. Ahead of the full moon, a first-quarter moon will occur on April 4 at 10:15 p.m. After the full moon, a last-quarter moon will occur on April 20 at 9:35 p ...

Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. Ahead of the full moon, a first-quarter moon will occur on April 4 at 10:15 p.m. After the full moon, a last-quarter moon will occur on ...

Meanwhile, the first-quarter moon in Cancer gives us an emotional jolt, reminding us to nurture ourselves and our immediate surroundings. Fast forward to April 6, when the sun harmonizes with ...

On April 1, a crescent Moon, complete with earthshine in late ... and similarly for the next month toward Third Quarter, but not again for another year. Orientale is all about observing at the ...

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