Later this month the planet Mars will make its closest approach to Earth in 15 years, appearing large and bright enough to be easily seen with the naked eye.
Mars will also be in "opposition," a period when it and the sun are on directly opposite sides of the Earth.
Joining Cincinnati Edition to discuss the best way to view the Red Planet and the other wonders in the skies above us this month is Assistant Director .
Regas is also co-host of the PBS series and co-host of the 海角社区 podcast, . He just published his latest book, .
He will lead a class Wednesday evening at the Cincinnati Observatory from 8 to 11 p.m., "" Cost is $15 per person, $12 for Observatory members.
Ohio's Stonelick State Park hosts The Friends of the Observatory's , which attracts hundreds of interested star gazers throughout the year. at Stonelick State Park are held only if skies are clear. The next stargaze takes place this Saturday, July 14.
Evening Sky Maps 鈥� two-page monthly guides to the night skies of the world 鈥� .
Tune into Cincinnati Edition July 11 starting at 1 p.m. to hear this segment.
