June brings a series of captivating astronomical events. On June 9, stargazers can witness the conjunction of Jupiter and Venus, where the two planets will appear close together in the northwestern sky after sunset. Following this, the summer solstice on June 21 at 10:22 p.m. EDT marks the longest day of the year, resulting from the tilt of Earth's axis towards the sun. Later in the month, the Full Strawberry Moon will rise on June 29, named by various Native American tribes for its seasonal significance. Finally, June 30 is designated as Asteroid Day, honoring the 1908 Tunguska event, which serves as a reminder of the potential risks posed by asteroids. This day was established to promote awareness of asteroid impacts, with contributions from notable figures such as Brian May, the guitarist of Queen, who is also an astrophysicist. Stargazers are encouraged to find dark locations for optimal viewing and to prepare for these celestial events.