South Florida Sun-Sentinel (Sunday)
The Stars This Week Sunday
Delphinus the Dolphin is well-placed for viewing high in the south after sunset. This small kiteshaped group contains a number of colorful double stars that are best seen using low-powered telescopes and binoculars.
Monday
The moon reaches its new phase. This a good time to search for faint constellations and deepsky objects that are prominent in our fall skies.
Tuesday
Stars come in different shades of color, not just in blue and white. A star’s color gives us clues to its temperature, with red stars being cool and bluewhite stars hot.
Wednesday
The ultra-slim crescent moon peeks above the western horizon during evening twilight. At the same time, nearby bluewhite Venus makes its final appearances as it prepares to leave the evening skies, A clear unobstructed horizon will help in your search for this celestial duo.
Thursday
The moon will be easier to find tonight as it sweeps above and to the right of bright yellow Jupiter. The giant planet also will be exiting the evening sky scene, so use this opportunity to use your telescope and binoculars, to view its four largest moons and colorful bands.
Weekend
The moon glows above and to the right of Antares. This bright red star marks the heart of Scorpius the scorpion, a wellknown member of the zodiac. Watch the moon approach pale gold Saturn late this weekend. Further to the left of Saturn shines the dimming but still bright red Mars.