Thursday evening was a beautifully clear night for gazing at the stars. We started out the evening outside focused on the bright star Sirius, and then a couple of the telescopes were focused on the planet Mercury. Dr. Lisle commented that it was the best view he had ever seen of this planet. As Mercury started to set we moved to the planet Saturn. The ringed planet was a beautiful sight, with its rings almost edge on and three of its moons, including the largest, Titan, were also visible. The Orion Nebula was another favorite sight in the night’s viewing. We concluded the evening looking at a wide selection of star clusters and galaxies.

Several other Stargazer’s Nights are planned throughout the summer. We plan for an exciting session outside with the telescopes; but if the skies are cloudy Dr. Lisle will head inside for a unique teaching session utilizing the state of the art digital projector and domed ceiling of the Planetarium. Either way this will be a one-of-a-kind journey through the cosmos that you will thoroughly enjoy and not soon forget.

UPDATE Because the May 29th event is sold out we have opened up a special new night on May 22!
In honor of our second anniversary and because the May 29th event sold out so quickly, 5-Year and Lifetime members can purchase admission on Friday, May 22, 2009 for half of the regular price ($12.50 plus tax)! This evening’s program will start at 8:30.
Please note: Lifetime members may purchase discounted tickets for their immediate family, otherwise this discount is not applicable to guest pass holders, only 5-Year and Lifetime Members.

May 29: SOLD OUT
On Friday, May 29, 2009 we will be holding a specially discounted Stargazer’s Night event. In honor of our second anniversary and to thank our members for their support, 5-Year and Lifetime members can purchase admission to the May 29 event for half of the regular price ($12.50 plus tax)! This evening will start at 8:30.
Please note: Lifetime members may purchase discounted tickets for their immediate family, otherwise this discount is not applicable to guest pass holders, only 5-Year and Lifetime Members.

Our next session of the summer will be on Friday, June 26, 2009 at 8:30. Tickets are $24.95 (5-Year and Lifetime Member’s price is $19.95).

And be prepared for an exciting session on Friday, August 28, 2009 at 8:00. In early September the planet Saturn will be turning edge on to the earth and its rings will actually seem to disappear. During this event on the 28th if Saturn is visible it will be very close to this condition and should be a unique experience as this only occurs every fifteen years or so. Tickets are $24.95 (5-Year and Lifetime Member’s price is $19.95). Reserve your tickets today by calling Customer Service at (800) 778-3390.