In this episode we take a journey through the night sky for the week of October 6th to the 12th. Venus, Jupiter, and Saturn are dazzling planets to observe this week, with special highlights like Io and Europa's shadow transits across the Jovian surface. We also explore deep sky objects like the Owl Cluster, the Pleiades, and the striking Blue Snowball Nebula.

We’ll investigate the lore of Perseus, the Greek hero turned constellation, and don’t miss the Draconid Meteor Shower, peaking on October 8th. As the Moon transitions from a Waxing Crescent to a Waxing Gibbous, it’s the perfect time for lunar observations, with plenty of craters and shadows to explore.

Plus, we look at top picks for stargazing apps like SkySafari and Stellarium to help you navigate the night sky like a pro.

Links mentioned in this episode:

• Jupiter's Moons Tool by Sky & Telescope
• SkySafari App
• Stellarium Mobile / Desktop
• Star Walk 2
• PhotoPills
• NightCap Camera
• Starry Night Software
• Heavens-Above.com
• SpaceWeather.com

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