What Does the Moon Really Do?

What influence does the Moon really have on life on Earth? This virtual presentation explores familiar claims and longstanding traditions while separating fact from fiction.

On Thursday, December 17, from 2 to 3 p.m., join AARP New Hampshire and Carol Connare of the Old Farmer’s Almanac for a free online discussion of tides, planting, sleep, weather, lunar folklore and lunar science.

Participants will explore planting by the Moon, full-Moon names and the historical basis of lunar traditions. The presentation will also examine how the Old Farmer’s Almanac has covered these practices while explaining the science and stories behind them.

This is a virtual event. Advance registration is required to receive the online-event information.

What to Expect:

· A free virtual presentation

· A discussion led by Carol Connare of the Old Farmer’s Almanac

· Information about tides, lunar science, weather and sleep

· An exploration of planting by the Moon and full-Moon names

· Lunar folklore and the historical basis of longstanding traditions

· A fact-versus-fiction look at common beliefs about the Moon