A full moon, nicknamed the "Corn Moon," is slated for Sunday, Sept. 7, but there are several other astronomy events to keep in mind for the month.
The planet Saturn will be at its biggest and brightest of the year, according to NASA. You should be able to spot it with just your eyes, but with a small telescope, you might be able to see its rings. Here's what Kentuckians should know about catching Saturn and other September celestial occurrences.
If you plan to observe the sky this month, NASA says to keep the following dates in mind:
Saturn should be visible all night in late September, according to EarthSky. Look toward the east where it rises in the evening hours close to sunset. The ringed planet will appear in the constellation Pisces.
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The following free astronomy apps can help you locate stars, planets, and constellations.
Reporter John Tufts contributed. Reach Marina Johnson at [email protected].