Sept. 19, 2008
See "Gods of the Solar System" at UWSP
Take a unique tour of the solar system and each of its planets during a
planetarium show at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point this fall.
"Gods of the Solar System" will be shown at 2 p.m. on Sunday afternoons at
the Allen F. Blocher Planetarium on September 21 and 28, and October 5 and 12.
The shows are open to the public, free of charge.
The program features a history of the mythological gods and goddesses
behind the names of the planets as well as what is known about each
planet today.
Also available each Monday at 8 p.m. is the free Night Sky program,
which looks in detail at objects in the current night sky. If skies are
clear, there is an optional observatory visit for sky viewing through
the telescope. A forecast of viewing conditions and a statement about
whether the observatory is open is available by calling (715) 346-2208.
Planetarium programs are designed for a general audience and appeal to
all age groups. Planetarium doors open one-half hour before scheduled
programs, which last one hour. Seating is first-come, first-served for up
to 70 people. Groups of 15 or more may schedule a special showing of
any planetarium program by calling (715) 346-2208. There is a cost of $15
for these presentations.
The planetarium is located on the second floor of the UWSP Science Building
at the corner of Reserve Street and Fourth Avenue. Parking is available
in Lot X near the building entrance and is free in all university lots after 7 p.m.
