August Sarasota Almanac

Full Moon: August 24
New Moon: August 10
Meteor Shower: the Perseid meteor shower peaks August 12
Other Astronomical events: Venus, Mars and Saturn are very visible by the moon on August 12 immediately after sunset; Jupiter rises later. Should be a good show! On the 13th as well. Saturn looks yellowish and Mars looks orange.

Other Events in the World Around Us:

Temperature, weather, etc: Hot, humid, lots of afternoon thunderstorms and rain. Mid August is the start of the heart of hurricane season, so be prepared. Usually mid-August to mid-October is the most intense.

Foliage, etc: Some varieties of bananas, figs and guavas ripen. Some varieties of night blooming cirrus blooms. Sea grapes begin to ripen and leaves slowly turn color.

Animal Activity: Snake breeding season--watch for pygmy rattlers. Frogs singing.

August Ecopsychology Event:

Open to the Wellness Education Club and the general public: You are Invited - Please join Aquarian Quest August 7, 2010 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. aboard the Sea Dragon Catamaran. We will have a "Circle of Song". We'll be leaving out of Nokomis for a relaxing and fun time on the water with sounds of music wafting across the waters of our beautiful Gulf! The best way to assure your spot on the voyage is to email Annie at naturespirit123@gmail.com. Please feel free to bring musical instruments, food and drink to your liking--and big smiles. Look forward to seeing/hearing you there!