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PUBLIC PROGRAMSSeptember 2013 - July 2014
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FOOTSTEPS Footsteps 2.0–New & Improved. Did you know that it’s been 45 years since humans first stepped on the moon? And 42 years since the last footstep was left? “Footsteps” explores the myths and lore of the moon and the history leading up to the triumphant accomplishment of Neil Armstrong’s footsteps on the moon.
SKYWATCHERS OF ANCIENT MEXICOThe sky was a source of wonder for ancient cultures and was incorporated into their religion, daily rituals, and stories. The Aztec, Mayan, Toltec, and Olmec peoples of ancient Mexico all had ways to mark the changing days according to the changes in the sky.
STARSNew stars are created every day and each one of them has a story to tell. Some simply fade away while others are destroyed in powerful explosions. Whether they are old and faint or young and radiant, they all release energy which powers the entire universe.
WHAT ARE CONSTELLATIONS?Our constellations mainly come from the Greeks, so why do they have Latin names? And what’s up with those star names, anyway? This show will look at where our 88 “official” constellations came from, leading us on a journey through the history of astronomy.
WSKYA fast-moving and fun review of many things astronomical. Full of some really great music, this program covers a wide range of topics and objects in space: planets, solar radiation, weather on other planets, star mythology, distances in space, and more.
Holidayprograms NIGHTLIGHTS 3.0The Ward Beecher Planetarium’s spooky and spectacular annual Halloween show remastered and expanded continues to evolve. What will we stir up in our cauldron for audiences this year? Great for all ages; younger children might be scared of loud music and the dark.
THE HALLOWEEN SHOWHolly Ween and Jack are back in the attic in the newly digitized version of “The Halloween Show.” No worries: Jack still teaches Holly how to use the stars to navigate
the night sky and tells her some of the history and traditions surrounding Halloween celebrations. This fun, non-scary program is great for all ages.
HOLIDAY LIGHTSThe Ward Beecher Planetarium’s annual Holiday program combines lights, music, and visual effects with the wonders of the winter season and outer space. Content changes from year to year as we unwrap new titles and visuals. Suitable for all ages.
GEORGE AND OATMEAL SAVE SANTASanta Claus is lost! He didn’t come home after making his rounds on Christmas Eve. It’s up to George the planetarium wizard and Oatmeal the snowman to help find him. A Ward Beecher Planetarium production; all ages.
FIRST NIGHTThe planetarium helps Youngstown’s First Night usher in the new year with light and music videos. The content changes every year so that you won’t be starting the new year with something old. Shows every half hour starting at 6 p.m. and ending at 9 p.m.
Live EventsSKYWATCHThe night sky changes with the seasons, and so does our “Skywatch” program. This traditional lecture-based program deals with locating different planets and constellations, constellation lore, and current space events. For general audiences.
“SO YOU GOT A TELESCOPE”This popular program, presented by the Mahoning Valley Astronomical Society, welcomes telescope users young and old who need help on setting up their scopes with tips on how to use them and a Q&A format. Drop in any time between 1 and 3 p.m., and be sure to bring your telescope!A TRIP TO THE CITY: A VISIT TO THE VIRGO CLUSTER OF GALAXIESThe Virgo Cluster is the nearest galaxy cluster to the Milky Way, and thus an extremely important laboratory in understanding what happens to galaxies in such an environment. This is a live presentation by YSU astronomer Dr. Patrick Durrell, who will describe some of what we know about the galaxies in the Virgo Cluster and also outline some results from a new 5-year project to study the entire cluster to incredible depths.
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ALL PROGRAMS ARE FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. For more information or to schedule a field trip, call the Department of
Physics & Astronomy at 330.941.3616 or 330.941.3619.
Call the Info Line at 330-941-1370 for program information. Visit our web page at www.wbplanetarium.org
The Planetarium receives generous support from the Ward Beecher and Florence Simon Beecher Foundations and the Friends of the Ward Beecher Planetarium.
March Sat Mar 1 1 pm, 2:30 pm Space Shapes 8 pm Cosmic Castaways
Fri Mar 7 8 pm Cosmic CastawaysSat Mar 8 1pm, 2:30pm Space Shapes 8pm Cosmic Castaways
Fri Mar 14 8 pm Black Holes: The Other Side of InfinitySat Mar 15 Destination Imagination 11 am, Noon WSKY 1 pm, 2 pm STARS 8 pm Black Holes: The Other Side of Infinity
Fri Mar 21 8 pm Black Holes: The Other Side of InfinitySat Mar 22 Lake-to-River Science Fair 11 am, Noon WSKY 1 pm, 2 pm STARS 8 pm Black Holes: The Other Side of Infinity
Fri Mar28 8 pm A Trip to the City: A Visit to the Virgo Cluster of GalaxiesSat Mar 29 Physics Olympics 11 am, Noon Black Holes: The Other Side of Infinity 1 pm, 2 pm Expanded View 8 pm A Trip to the City: A Visit to the Virgo Cluster of GalaxiesApril April 4-5 No programs: Ohio Section of the APS Meeting
Fri Apr 11 8 pm Expanded View
Sat Apr12 1 pm, 2:30 pm The Moon 8 pm Expanded View
Fri Apr18 8 pm Expanded ViewSat Apr 19 1 pm, 2:30 pm The Moon 8 pm Expanded View
Fri Apr 25 8 pm Expanded ViewSat Apr 26 No Afternoon Programs: Women in Science and Engineering Career Day 8 pm Expanded ViewMay Fri May 2 8 pm Spring SkywatchSat May 3 1 pm, 2:30 pm The Moon 8 pm Spring Skywatch
Fri May 9 8 pm What Are Constellations?Sat May 10 1 pm, 2:30 pm Wilbear’s Adventure 8 pm What Are Constellations?
Fri May 16 8 pm What Are Constellations?Sat May 17 1 pm, 2:30 pm Wilbear’s Adventure 8 pm What Are Constellations?
Fri May 23 8 pm Skywatchers of Ancient MexicoSat May 24 1 pm, 2:30 pm The Little Star That Could 8 pm Skywatchers of Ancient Mexico
Fri May 30 8 pm Skywatchers of Ancient MexicoSat May 31 1 pm, 2:30 pm The Little Star That Could 8 pm Skywatchers of Ancient MexicoJuly Summer Festival of the ArtsSaturday and Sunday, July 12 and July 13Noon This Is Our Sky1 pm STARS2 pm Summer Stars3 pm Great Space Treasure Hunt4 pm Cosmic Castaways
September Fri Sep 27 8 pm Fall SkywatchSat Sep 28 1 pm, 2:30 pm This is Our Sky 8 pm Fall SkywatchOctober Fri Oct 4 8 pm Cosmic ColorsSat Oct 5 1 pm, 2:30 pm This is Our Sky 8 pm Cosmic Colors
Fri Oct 11 8 pm Cosmic ColorsSat Oct 12 1 pm, 2:30 pm This is Our Sky 8 pm Cosmic Colors
Fri Oct 18 8 pm Nightlights 3.0Sat Oct 19 1 pm, 2:30 pm The Halloween Show 8 pm Nightlights 3.0
Fri Oct 25 8 pm Nightlights 3.0Sat Oct 26 1 pm, 2:30 pm The Halloween Show 8 pm Nightlights 3.0November Fri Nov 1 8 pm FirefallSat Nov 2 1 pm, 2:30 pm Comet the Cat and the Rocks from Space 8 pm Firefall
Fri Nov 8 8 pm FirefallSat Nov 9 1 pm, 2:30 pm Comet the Cat and the Rocks from Space 8 pm Firefall
Fri Nov 15 8 pm FirefallSat Nov 16 1 pm, 2:30 pm Comet the Cat and the Rocks from Space 8 pm Firefall
Fri Nov 22 8 pm FirefallSat Nov 23 1 pm, 2:30 pm Comet the Cat and the Rocks from Space 8 pm Firefall
Fri Nov 29 University Closed-ThanksgivingSat Nov 30 1 pm, 2:30 pm Comet the Cat and the Rocks from Space 8 pm FirefallDecember Fri Dec 6 8 pm Winter SkywatchSat Dec 7 1 pm, 2:30 pm In My Backyard 8 pm Winter Skywatch
Fri Dec 13 8 pm Holiday LightsSat Dec 14 1 pm, 2:30 pm George & Oatmeal Save Santa 8 pm Holiday Lights
Fri Dec 20 8 pm Holiday LightsSat Dec 21 1 pm, 2:30 pm George & Oatmeal Save Santa 8 pm Holiday Lights
Tue Dec 31 First Night Programs at 6, 6:30, 7, 7:30, 8, 8:30 and 9 p.m.January Fri Jan 17 8 pm Winter SkywatchSat Jan 18 1-3 pm “So You Got a Telescope” 8 pm Winter Skywatch
Fri Jan 24 8 pm FootstepsSat Jan 25 1 pm, 2:30 pm Flight Adventures 8 pm FootstepsFri Jan 31 8 pm Footsteps
February Sat Feb 1 1 pm, 2:30 pm Flight Adventures 8 pm Footsteps
Fri Feb 7 8 pm FootstepsSat Feb 8 1 pm, 2:30 pm Flight Adventures 8 pm Footsteps
Fri Feb 14 8 pm FootstepsSat Feb 15 1 pm, 2:30 pm Flight Adventures 8 pm Footsteps
Fri Feb 21 8 pm Cosmic CastawaysSat Feb 22 1 pm, 2:30 pm Space Shapes 8 pm Cosmic Castaways
Fri Feb 28 8 pm Cosmic Castaways
Show DescriptionsSPECIFICALLY FOR FAMILIES AND YOUNGER CHILDRENCOMET THE CAT AND THE ROCKS FROM SPACE*Comet the cat lives in a museum where he protects the exhibits from mice and learns about all kinds of things—like asteroids, meteors, and comets, the rocks from space.
WILBEAR’S ADVENTUREWilbear is a teddy bear who wants to fly. Like an airplane. Like a bird. But he cannot, of course. His grandfather visits and tells him all about stars and myths about flying and how people have wanted to fly for a long time.
FLIGHT ADVENTURES*For viewers too old for Wilbear, Flight Adventures is just right to capture the imagination. Dreams of flying, model aircraft and a young girl and her grandfather come together in this planetarium show about the science of aeronautics. Learn about famous inventors and aviators of the past, and the pioneers who first revealed the four forces of flight.
IN MY BACKYARDChildren’s entertainer Fred Penner narrates and sings for this lively journey into his backyard, where you’ll discover all sorts of things: colors of the rainbow, bugs and spiders, the different seasons, the planets, the moon, and the stars in the nighttime sky.
THE LITTLE STAR THAT COULDOnce upon a time, a little star was born. During his search to find a planet to take care of, Little Star meets other kinds of stars. He also learns that being completely average can be special. This program features animation and artwork by YSU alumnus Joe Tucciarone.
THE MOON*“The Moon” helps learners of all ages learn more about moon phases and why the shape of the moon we see seems to change. Includes hands-on activities.
THIS IS OUR SKY*Luna the moth introduces young astronomers to observing the sky. Designed for grade 3 but appropriate for pre-school through grade 4, the program is an introduction to all of the wonderful things about Earth, the moon, the planets, constellations, and more.
SPACE SHAPES*Note: This program is for the little ones! Is the Earth round like a ball, or flat like a pancake? That’s what Space Shapes is all about. An excellent introduction to the planetarium for the pre-school set (ages 2 to 5); includes hands-on exploration of all kinds of shapes.
FOR THE GENERAL PUBLICBLACK HOLES: THE OTHER SIDE OF INFINITYImagine a place where everything captured can never get away, not even light. A place where forces are so intense that space and time literally come to a halt. The place is a black hole, and this program takes you on a journey that no living creature has ever attempted: diving inside this monster.
COSMIC CASTAWAYSMost stars lie within the crowded boundaries of galaxies, travelling with their brothers and sisters in a vast galactic family. But some find themselves on their own, deep within voids between the galaxies. These are the cosmic castaways. An original production of the Ward Beecher Planetarium.
COSMIC COLORSCosmic Colors will take you on a journey across the entire electromagnetic spectrum. Discover the many reasons for color—like why the sky is blue and why Mars is red Investigate X-rays by voyaging to a monstrous black hole and then back to your doctor’s office.
EXPANDED VIEW*The electromagnetic spectrum and multi-wavelength universe are observed by three great orbiting telescopes: Hubble, Spitzer, and Chandra. Each expands our view of deep space objects.
FIREFALL*Throughout Earth’s violent history, impacts from comets and asteroids have mercilessly shaped its surface. The ancient barrage continues today, from harmless meteors—those brilliant streaks in the night sky —to mountain-sized boulders wandering perilously close to Earth. Terrifying and majestic, these invaders from space are capable of utter destruction, yet they have delivered life-giving water and most of the organic materials necessary for life.
Will include updates on Comet ISON, the comet en route to a close pass by the sun this fall. Features the stunning artwork of Joe Tucciarone, Hubbard native, YSU and Ward Beecher Planetarium alumnus, and noted space artist.
* NEW THIS SEASON
ALL PROGRAMS ARE FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. For more information or to schedule a field trip, call the Department of
Physics & Astronomy at 330.941.3616 or 330.941.3619.
Call the Info Line at 330-941-1370 for program information. Visit our web page at www.wbplanetarium.org
The Planetarium receives generous support from the Ward Beecher and Florence Simon Beecher Foundations and the Friends of the Ward Beecher Planetarium.
March Sat Mar 1 1 pm, 2:30 pm Space Shapes 8 pm Cosmic Castaways
Fri Mar 7 8 pm Cosmic CastawaysSat Mar 8 1pm, 2:30pm Space Shapes 8pm Cosmic Castaways
Fri Mar 14 8 pm Black Holes: The Other Side of InfinitySat Mar 15 Destination Imagination 11 am, Noon WSKY 1 pm, 2 pm STARS 8 pm Black Holes: The Other Side of Infinity
Fri Mar 21 8 pm Black Holes: The Other Side of InfinitySat Mar 22 Lake-to-River Science Fair 11 am, Noon WSKY 1 pm, 2 pm STARS 8 pm Black Holes: The Other Side of Infinity
Fri Mar28 8 pm A Trip to the City: A Visit to the Virgo Cluster of GalaxiesSat Mar 29 Physics Olympics 11 am, Noon Black Holes: The Other Side of Infinity 1 pm, 2 pm Expanded View 8 pm A Trip to the City: A Visit to the Virgo Cluster of GalaxiesApril April 4-5 No programs: Ohio Section of the APS Meeting
Fri Apr 11 8 pm Expanded View
Sat Apr12 1 pm, 2:30 pm The Moon 8 pm Expanded View
Fri Apr18 8 pm Expanded ViewSat Apr 19 1 pm, 2:30 pm The Moon 8 pm Expanded View
Fri Apr 25 8 pm Expanded ViewSat Apr 26 No Afternoon Programs: Women in Science and Engineering Career Day 8 pm Expanded ViewMay Fri May 2 8 pm Spring SkywatchSat May 3 1 pm, 2:30 pm The Moon 8 pm Spring Skywatch
Fri May 9 8 pm What Are Constellations?Sat May 10 1 pm, 2:30 pm Wilbear’s Adventure 8 pm What Are Constellations?
Fri May 16 8 pm What Are Constellations?Sat May 17 1 pm, 2:30 pm Wilbear’s Adventure 8 pm What Are Constellations?
Fri May 23 8 pm Skywatchers of Ancient MexicoSat May 24 1 pm, 2:30 pm The Little Star That Could 8 pm Skywatchers of Ancient Mexico
Fri May 30 8 pm Skywatchers of Ancient MexicoSat May 31 1 pm, 2:30 pm The Little Star That Could 8 pm Skywatchers of Ancient MexicoJuly Summer Festival of the ArtsSaturday and Sunday, July 12 and July 13Noon This Is Our Sky1 pm STARS2 pm Summer Stars3 pm Great Space Treasure Hunt4 pm Cosmic Castaways
September Fri Sep 27 8 pm Fall SkywatchSat Sep 28 1 pm, 2:30 pm This is Our Sky 8 pm Fall SkywatchOctober Fri Oct 4 8 pm Cosmic ColorsSat Oct 5 1 pm, 2:30 pm This is Our Sky 8 pm Cosmic Colors
Fri Oct 11 8 pm Cosmic ColorsSat Oct 12 1 pm, 2:30 pm This is Our Sky 8 pm Cosmic Colors
Fri Oct 18 8 pm Nightlights 3.0Sat Oct 19 1 pm, 2:30 pm The Halloween Show 8 pm Nightlights 3.0
Fri Oct 25 8 pm Nightlights 3.0Sat Oct 26 1 pm, 2:30 pm The Halloween Show 8 pm Nightlights 3.0November Fri Nov 1 8 pm FirefallSat Nov 2 1 pm, 2:30 pm Comet the Cat and the Rocks from Space 8 pm Firefall
Fri Nov 8 8 pm FirefallSat Nov 9 1 pm, 2:30 pm Comet the Cat and the Rocks from Space 8 pm Firefall
Fri Nov 15 8 pm FirefallSat Nov 16 1 pm, 2:30 pm Comet the Cat and the Rocks from Space 8 pm Firefall
Fri Nov 22 8 pm FirefallSat Nov 23 1 pm, 2:30 pm Comet the Cat and the Rocks from Space 8 pm Firefall
Fri Nov 29 University Closed-ThanksgivingSat Nov 30 1 pm, 2:30 pm Comet the Cat and the Rocks from Space 8 pm FirefallDecember Fri Dec 6 8 pm Winter SkywatchSat Dec 7 1 pm, 2:30 pm In My Backyard 8 pm Winter Skywatch
Fri Dec 13 8 pm Holiday LightsSat Dec 14 1 pm, 2:30 pm George & Oatmeal Save Santa 8 pm Holiday Lights
Fri Dec 20 8 pm Holiday LightsSat Dec 21 1 pm, 2:30 pm George & Oatmeal Save Santa 8 pm Holiday Lights
Tue Dec 31 First Night Programs at 6, 6:30, 7, 7:30, 8, 8:30 and 9 p.m.January Fri Jan 17 8 pm Winter SkywatchSat Jan 18 1-3 pm “So You Got a Telescope” 8 pm Winter Skywatch
Fri Jan 24 8 pm FootstepsSat Jan 25 1 pm, 2:30 pm Flight Adventures 8 pm FootstepsFri Jan 31 8 pm Footsteps
February Sat Feb 1 1 pm, 2:30 pm Flight Adventures 8 pm Footsteps
Fri Feb 7 8 pm FootstepsSat Feb 8 1 pm, 2:30 pm Flight Adventures 8 pm Footsteps
Fri Feb 14 8 pm FootstepsSat Feb 15 1 pm, 2:30 pm Flight Adventures 8 pm Footsteps
Fri Feb 21 8 pm Cosmic CastawaysSat Feb 22 1 pm, 2:30 pm Space Shapes 8 pm Cosmic Castaways
Fri Feb 28 8 pm Cosmic Castaways
Show DescriptionsSPECIFICALLY FOR FAMILIES AND YOUNGER CHILDRENCOMET THE CAT AND THE ROCKS FROM SPACE*Comet the cat lives in a museum where he protects the exhibits from mice and learns about all kinds of things—like asteroids, meteors, and comets, the rocks from space.
WILBEAR’S ADVENTUREWilbear is a teddy bear who wants to fly. Like an airplane. Like a bird. But he cannot, of course. His grandfather visits and tells him all about stars and myths about flying and how people have wanted to fly for a long time.
FLIGHT ADVENTURES*For viewers too old for Wilbear, Flight Adventures is just right to capture the imagination. Dreams of flying, model aircraft and a young girl and her grandfather come together in this planetarium show about the science of aeronautics. Learn about famous inventors and aviators of the past, and the pioneers who first revealed the four forces of flight.
IN MY BACKYARDChildren’s entertainer Fred Penner narrates and sings for this lively journey into his backyard, where you’ll discover all sorts of things: colors of the rainbow, bugs and spiders, the different seasons, the planets, the moon, and the stars in the nighttime sky.
THE LITTLE STAR THAT COULDOnce upon a time, a little star was born. During his search to find a planet to take care of, Little Star meets other kinds of stars. He also learns that being completely average can be special. This program features animation and artwork by YSU alumnus Joe Tucciarone.
THE MOON*“The Moon” helps learners of all ages learn more about moon phases and why the shape of the moon we see seems to change. Includes hands-on activities.
THIS IS OUR SKY*Luna the moth introduces young astronomers to observing the sky. Designed for grade 3 but appropriate for pre-school through grade 4, the program is an introduction to all of the wonderful things about Earth, the moon, the planets, constellations, and more.
SPACE SHAPES*Note: This program is for the little ones! Is the Earth round like a ball, or flat like a pancake? That’s what Space Shapes is all about. An excellent introduction to the planetarium for the pre-school set (ages 2 to 5); includes hands-on exploration of all kinds of shapes.
FOR THE GENERAL PUBLICBLACK HOLES: THE OTHER SIDE OF INFINITYImagine a place where everything captured can never get away, not even light. A place where forces are so intense that space and time literally come to a halt. The place is a black hole, and this program takes you on a journey that no living creature has ever attempted: diving inside this monster.
COSMIC CASTAWAYSMost stars lie within the crowded boundaries of galaxies, travelling with their brothers and sisters in a vast galactic family. But some find themselves on their own, deep within voids between the galaxies. These are the cosmic castaways. An original production of the Ward Beecher Planetarium.
COSMIC COLORSCosmic Colors will take you on a journey across the entire electromagnetic spectrum. Discover the many reasons for color—like why the sky is blue and why Mars is red Investigate X-rays by voyaging to a monstrous black hole and then back to your doctor’s office.
EXPANDED VIEW*The electromagnetic spectrum and multi-wavelength universe are observed by three great orbiting telescopes: Hubble, Spitzer, and Chandra. Each expands our view of deep space objects.
FIREFALL*Throughout Earth’s violent history, impacts from comets and asteroids have mercilessly shaped its surface. The ancient barrage continues today, from harmless meteors—those brilliant streaks in the night sky —to mountain-sized boulders wandering perilously close to Earth. Terrifying and majestic, these invaders from space are capable of utter destruction, yet they have delivered life-giving water and most of the organic materials necessary for life.
Will include updates on Comet ISON, the comet en route to a close pass by the sun this fall. Features the stunning artwork of Joe Tucciarone, Hubbard native, YSU and Ward Beecher Planetarium alumnus, and noted space artist.
* NEW THIS SEASON
Firefall poster features artwork by Joe Tucciarone; courtesy GeoGraphics Imaging.
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FOOTSTEPS Footsteps 2.0–New & Improved. Did you know that it’s been 45 years since humans first stepped on the moon? And 42 years since the last footstep was left? “Footsteps” explores the myths and lore of the moon and the history leading up to the triumphant accomplishment of Neil Armstrong’s footsteps on the moon.
SKYWATCHERS OF ANCIENT MEXICOThe sky was a source of wonder for ancient cultures and was incorporated into their religion, daily rituals, and stories. The Aztec, Mayan, Toltec, and Olmec peoples of ancient Mexico all had ways to mark the changing days according to the changes in the sky.
STARSNew stars are created every day and each one of them has a story to tell. Some simply fade away while others are destroyed in powerful explosions. Whether they are old and faint or young and radiant, they all release energy which powers the entire universe.
WHAT ARE CONSTELLATIONS?Our constellations mainly come from the Greeks, so why do they have Latin names? And what’s up with those star names, anyway? This show will look at where our 88 “official” constellations came from, leading us on a journey through the history of astronomy.
WSKYA fast-moving and fun review of many things astronomical. Full of some really great music, this program covers a wide range of topics and objects in space: planets, solar radiation, weather on other planets, star mythology, distances in space, and more.
Holidayprograms NIGHTLIGHTS 3.0The Ward Beecher Planetarium’s spooky and spectacular annual Halloween show remastered and expanded continues to evolve. What will we stir up in our cauldron for audiences this year? Great for all ages; younger children might be scared of loud music and the dark.
THE HALLOWEEN SHOWHolly Ween and Jack are back in the attic in the newly digitized version of “The Halloween Show.” No worries: Jack still teaches Holly how to use the stars to navigate
the night sky and tells her some of the history and traditions surrounding Halloween celebrations. This fun, non-scary program is great for all ages.
HOLIDAY LIGHTSThe Ward Beecher Planetarium’s annual Holiday program combines lights, music, and visual effects with the wonders of the winter season and outer space. Content changes from year to year as we unwrap new titles and visuals. Suitable for all ages.
GEORGE AND OATMEAL SAVE SANTASanta Claus is lost! He didn’t come home after making his rounds on Christmas Eve. It’s up to George the planetarium wizard and Oatmeal the snowman to help find him. A Ward Beecher Planetarium production; all ages.
FIRST NIGHTThe planetarium helps Youngstown’s First Night usher in the new year with light and music videos. The content changes every year so that you won’t be starting the new year with something old. Shows every half hour starting at 6 p.m. and ending at 9 p.m.
Live EventsSKYWATCHThe night sky changes with the seasons, and so does our “Skywatch” program. This traditional lecture-based program deals with locating different planets and constellations, constellation lore, and current space events. For general audiences.
“SO YOU GOT A TELESCOPE”This popular program, presented by the Mahoning Valley Astronomical Society, welcomes telescope users young and old who need help on setting up their scopes with tips on how to use them and a Q&A format. Drop in any time between 1 and 3 p.m., and be sure to bring your telescope!A TRIP TO THE CITY: A VISIT TO THE VIRGO CLUSTER OF GALAXIESThe Virgo Cluster is the nearest galaxy cluster to the Milky Way, and thus an extremely important laboratory in understanding what happens to galaxies in such an environment. This is a live presentation by YSU astronomer Dr. Patrick Durrell, who will describe some of what we know about the galaxies in the Virgo Cluster and also outline some results from a new 5-year project to study the entire cluster to incredible depths.
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