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Welcome to the frustrations of astronomy. If it isn't people with security lights, it's full moon or cloudy.
Eastern sky in the early to mid evening? North of east would probably be one of Sirius (brightest star in the sky) or Rigel. South of east probably Canopus (2nd brightest star). There are lots of things to see in Orion between and Sirius (which is actually in Canis Major) and Rigel.
Fitting stuff in my car (Prado)? One box with the scopes and guide camera. Another with the main CCD camera. Mount, eyepiece case, accessories case, laptop bag, DSLR camera bag, table to put it all on, chair to sit at, miles of cables. Work laptop in case I get called. Thermos or two, nibblies.
There might be room for milady if she wants to come.
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