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January/February 2006

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On the Cover: Our 2006 Sky Almanac is brimming with daily skywatching tips, helpful charts, and brief articles on big events of the calendar.

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January/February 2006 (Sky Almanac) 

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Our 2006 Sky Almanac is brimming with daily skywatching tips, helpful charts, and brief articles on monthly milestones of the calendar. It's a useful tool to keep handy all year, and it makes a great holiday gift!

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Catch highlights of next year's space missions and anniversaries in astronomy and space exploration.

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