Rancho Mirage Observatory astronomer Eric McLaughlin explains how to view a solar eclipse over the Coachella Valley on Monday, April 8.
Sky Watch: See the Geminid Meteor Shower in the Coachella Valley
The annual meteor shower will peak mid-December. Astronomer Eric McLaughlin explains how to view this celestial spectacle.
The annual meteor shower will peak mid-December. Astronomer Eric McLaughlin explains how to view this celestial spectacle.
7 Things to Do in Rancho Mirage
From golf and hiking to stargazing, the heart of the Coachella Valley brims with fun activities for all to enjoy.
From golf and hiking to stargazing, the heart of the Coachella Valley brims with fun activities for all to enjoy.
Sky Watch: Gas Giants Light Up the Sky
During the month of November, you will get a good view of Jupiter and Uranus.
During the month of November, you will get a good view of Jupiter and Uranus.
Sky Watch: Earth at Aphelion
On July 6, the Earth will reach Aphelion — its farthest point from the sun on its orbit.
On July 6, the Earth will reach Aphelion — its farthest point from the sun on its orbit.
Sky Watch: Catch a Glimpse of Mercury in April
The speedy planet can be seen, with a little luck.
The speedy planet can be seen, with a little luck.
Sky Watch: The Seven Sisters Come Out in March
The Pleiades cluster will be visible later in the month.
The Pleiades cluster will be visible later in the month.
Sky Watch: See Mars Disappear Behind the Moon
The moon will occult Mars on Jan. 30, and it's the last time this will happen until 2025.
The moon will occult Mars on Jan. 30, and it’s the last time this will happen until 2025.
Sky Watch: See the Moon Pass by Mars
Mars sneaks behind the moon and again a few minutes before it reappears on the evening of Dec. 7 in Greater Palm Springs.
Mars sneaks behind the moon and again a few minutes before it reappears on the evening of Dec. 7 in Greater Palm Springs.
Sky Watch: Mars Enters Retrograde
In late October, Mars appears to dance across the sky in the opposite direction.
Occasionally, planets appear to move westward in what is called “retrograde” motion. In late October, Mars dances across the sky headed east.