The family and I took a gander at Comet 17P/Holmes tonight, first through binoculars and then through my telescope. Binoculars are the best way to view it, I think.

You can spot it in the constellation Perseus in the northeast sky and you really can see it with the naked eye. Once my eyes adjusted to the dark I spotted it quickly, so anyone should see it. Hard to believe its now as big as the sun.

The best viewing is northeast of Raleigh. Horseshoe Farm Park might be an ideal viewing spot.

Definitely worth a look if you get a chance in the early evening. But hurry – the full moon is approaching!