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Skywatchers are in for a treat this month, as Mercury transits the Sun the morning of November 11! It will be a fun opportunity for daytime astronomy as we get to observe another planet during the day. Remember solar safety, and make certain to only view the transit via a telescope equipped with a solar filter or projection system. 

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