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Explore the Sky - Public Astronomy Course

Discover the amazing skies above us!

Explore the Sky is a one-night, 2.5 hour adult level course ideal for anyone who wants to learn the sky.

Spectacular Sky
Sit in the comfort of our Discovery Dome Theatre as we simulate the night sky on our giant 360° projection screen. On clear nights, we go outside to see the real stars from our observatory!

Skilled Instructor
Explore the Sky is taught by Alan Dyer, astronomer and associate editor of SkyNews Magazine!

In the course you will learn to identify the brightest stars and constellations of the current season,and witness how the sky moves in time lapse fashion.

Dates:

Courses in 2005/2006

  • Tuesday October 11, 2005
  • Tuesday November 22, 2005
  • Friday February 17, 2006
  • Tuesday March 14, 2006
  • Tuesday May 30, 2006

Time:

These one-evening courses are presented from 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm.

Cost per Course:

$13.50 plus GST - Calgary Science Centre Members
$15.00 plus GST - Non-Members

Booking begins September 6, 2005. Call 268-8307 to register or for more information.

Walk-ins welcome!

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