This week, notable sky events include Orion visible in the southwest after dark, the Sickle of Leo high in the south, and the Lyrid meteor shower peaking on April 21–22. Jupiter shines near Aldebaran, while bright Venus rises before dawn alongside Saturn and Mercury. Arcturus and Capella are prominent in the evening, with Mars visible near Gemini’s Pollux and Castor. The Little Dipper and Big Dipper are well-positioned late evenings. On April 27, spot Vega twinkling low in the northeast. The Moon transitions from the last quarter to a new phase during the week. https://skyandtelescope.org/astronomy-news/observing-news/this-weeks-sky-at-a-glance-april-18-27/