Welcome to TheMoon.ie, a one stop shop for all things lunar. As the human race is planning a return to the Moon, now is a great time to familiarise yourself with our nearest neighbour. As part of a nation wide Science Foundation Ireland drive to bring science to the public, this outreach website is packed with information and entertaining activities all based on our Moon and all for you, for free – Enjoy and I wish you clear skies.
Click HERE For November 2023 Sky Diary

Thanks to #UCD, #Insight, #SFI, #IAS, #OPW for a great night of Astronomy in the Phoenix Park. 200 turned up to view the stars and chat to astronomers. Great to see old friends at my talks including Ireland’s premier science journalist, @claireoconnell . themoon.ie

Establishment of A Lunar Observatory Group

was delighted to be invited by the Irish Astronomical Society to coordinate the establishment of the Lunar Observation Group (LOG). As part of our program of activities we are launching ‘Moonlight’, the newsletter of LOG. You can download your free copy here and I hope to hear from you. The IAS is always looking for new members and it is great to have access to their expertise and equipment. If you would like to develop your interest in astronomy please do contact the IAS or any local Astronomy club. – I wish you clear skies.
Your Monthly Lunar News Letter ‘Moonlight’
Click Here for links to previous editions of Moonlight
November Highlights
Moon Passes in Front of Venus – November 9th

Lunar Events in November 2023

** – See details of Venus Lunar occultation above
Sun Rise and Sun Set Throughout November 2023

Lunar Phases: November 2023

Artemis I: Podcast Updates On Our Mission To Return To The Moon

To See all previous podcasts just click HERE
The Earth vs The Moon

Featured Videos
Explaining The Spring Equinox
Hubble Looks back 13 Billion Years!
Previous Editions of Moonlight
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Excellent updates.
Thanks Mick – We aim to please!
Thanks very much Donnacha for making all this interesting information available to us.
Well done!
John D
Thanks John – Good to know it’s getting read – Keep looking up.