Learn more about
the stars and planets that fill the clear, summer night skies through programs
at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point’s Allen F. Blocher Planetarium.
Hour-long programs
will be offered at 7:30 p.m. in the Science Building on campus. The public may
attend free of charge.
Shows include:
- The Stargazer - Wednesday, June
1, Monday, June 20, and Wednesday, June 22
Narrated by
Nichelle Nichols from Star Trek and noted astronomer James Kaler, the show
looks at the nature of stars and stellar life cycles.
- Bad Astronomy – Monday, June 27,
Wednesday, June 29, and Wednesday, July 6
Discover the
myths and realities of astronomy in a show hosted by Phil Plait.
- Dawn of Astronomy – Monday,
July 11, Wednesday, July 13, and Monday, July 18
Learn how
ancient civilizations used the stars to measure time and direction and create
Stonehenge and the pyramids.
- Endless Horizon – Wednesday,
July 20, Monday, July 25, and Wednesday, July 27
Star Trek’s Patrick Stewart narrates the history of planet and space
exploration, featuring early explorers, astronomers and inventors.
The
planetarium, www.uwsp.edu/physastr/plan_obs,
is located on the second floor of the UW-Stevens Point Science Building at the
corner of Reserve Street and Fourth Avenue. Doors open 30 minutes before the
scheduled program. Designed for a general audience, planetarium programs appeal
to all age groups. Seating is first come, first served for up to 60 people. Parking
is available in Lot D south of the Science Building and is free in all
university lots after 7 p.m.
Groups of
15 or more may schedule a special showing of any planetarium program by calling
715-346-2208. There is a cost of $25 per group for these special presentations.
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