Today, we know that M44 contains about 1,000 gravitationally bound stars, and that it’s about 577 light-years away from Earth. May 12– Full Flower MoonMay’s full moon is the Flower Moon, a name that alludes to the flowers that burst into bloom throughout the northern hemisphere as spring arrives in earnest. As per the Farmer’s Almanac, the moon will reach peak brightness at 12:56 p.m. EDT. You can also consult their handy moonrise and moonset calculator to figure out the best viewing times near you. It should go without saying, but don’t look at the sun during Lāhaina Noon (or, indeed, at any other time.)