Stars Above: Lunar eclipse coming this month

While the harsh winter rings in the new year, keen skywatchers willing to brave chilly temperatures are in for multiple celestial treats throughout January.
A series of stunning close encounters with bright neighbouring planets sets the cosmic scene before the moon undergoes its eye-catching disappearing act at the end of the month.
Early risers on Jan. 11, looking towards the southeastern sky before dawn get to see a pretty triangular pattern formed by the crescent moon, Jupiter and Mars. The t