Halloween this year will see a visit by more than one great, big, spheroid fellow. You may see plenty of jack-o-lanterns this year, but the sky will have a treat of its own. Jupiter will be at opposition on Saturday, 29 October. Opposition means that Jupiter will be "opposite" the Sun; as one sets, the other rises. That means on that night, Jupiter will rise as the Sun slides below the western horizon. After that, Jupiter will rise earlier each evening for the remainder of the year.
So, perhaps Linus was looking for the wrong Great Pumpkin, or at least looking in the wrong patch. Be sure to look for Jupiter as you are out trick-or-treating!
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