Other names for August's full Moon, according to the Farmer's Almanac, include the Flying Up Moon, from the Cree, describing young birds leaving the nest; the Mountain Shadows Moon, from the Tlingit; and several other names to do with gathering the harvest before colder weather sets in.

August's full 'Sturgeon Moon' rises this weekend, putting on a spectacular lunar light show as it leaps above the southeastern horizon at sunset on Aug. 9.

August’s full sturgeon moon is peaking this weekend, accompanied by meteor showers and shining planets. Here’s how to see the celestial sights.