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SUMMARY:Supermassive Black Holes
DESCRIPTION:Shed light on the physics of black hole formation! \nLeading scientists in observational and theoretical studies of black holes and galaxies\, industrial experts in cutting-edge big technologies\, and professionals in science dissemination have been brought together to set up research projects which will combine the latest state-of-the-art observations\, numerical simulations and innovative analytic tools to compare theory with observation\, and shed light on the physics of black hole formation in the context of galaxy evolution. This planetarium show presents the environments of the black holes in an impressive and understandable way to the audience. \n*Recommended for all audiences \nAdmission\nThere is no charge for our public programs\, although donations of $1-$2 per attendee will be greatly appreciated to allow us to continue these public programs for our community. \nParking\nParking is free on campus for our guests only on Saturdays and Sundays. From Monday-Friday\, the UWSP parking lots are enforced 2 am – 7 pm. Please visit this website for more details about parking options\, rules\, and regulations. \n \n \n  \nGET INVOLVED! \nThe Blocher Planetarium is a treasure of the Stevens Point community\, offering shows to students young and old alike. This space has inspired countless students to go onto careers in astronomy and sparked the imagination of young children on field trips as they ask questions about the universe and their place in it. Help “Rebuild the Wonder” and join this effort to keep future generations gazing up at the stars. Learn More! \n 
URL:https://www.uwsp.edu/calendar/event/supermassive-black-holes-5/
LOCATION:UWSP | Science Building\, 2001 Fourth Avenue\, Stevens Point\, WI\, 54481\, United States
CATEGORIES:planetarium
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T135259Z
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SUMMARY:Making of a Star and Her Entourage
DESCRIPTION:The “Making of a Star and Her Entourage” traces the evolution of humankind’s understanding of the universe. Discover the long journey beginning with the Earth-centered model of the universe in which the Sun was considered a planet to our current understanding that the Sun is a star centered in the Solar System and is one of billions that reside in the Milky Way. \nOur shows are open to the public in the Allen F. Blocher Planetarium. The planetarium is located on the second floor of the Science Building\, by the Foucault pendulum\, right above the east main entrance.  Direct access is obtained through the east entrance. \n*Recommended for all audiences \nAdmission\nThere is no charge for our public programs\, although donations of $1-$2 per attendee will be greatly appreciated to allow us to continue these public programs for our community. \nParking\nParking is free on campus for our guests only on Saturdays and Sundays. From Monday-Friday\, the UWSP parking lots are enforced 2 am – 7 pm. Please visit this website for more details about parking options\, rules\, and regulations.
URL:https://www.uwsp.edu/calendar/event/making-of-a-star-and-her-entourage-2/
LOCATION:UWSP | Science Building\, 2001 Fourth Avenue\, Stevens Point\, WI\, 54481\, United States
CATEGORIES:planetarium
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260510T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260510T163000
DTSTAMP:20260530T000240
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T092312Z
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SUMMARY:Max Goes to the Moon
DESCRIPTION:Max (the dog) and a young girl named Tori take the first trip to the Moon since the Apollo era. Along the way\, the story sets the stage for the more sophisticated science of the “Big Kid Box” sidebars\, which cover topics including “Phases of the Moon\,” “Wings in Space?\,” and “Frisbees and Curve Balls on the Moon” — all thoughtfully explained so that grownups and children can learn together about science. Toward the end\, Max and Tori’s trip proves so inspiring to people back on Earth that all the nations of the world come together to build a great Moon colony from which “the beautiful views of Earth from the Moon made everyone realize that we all share a small and precious planet.” \nOur shows are open to the public in the Allen F. Blocher Planetarium. The planetarium is located on the second floor of the Science Building\, by the Foucault pendulum\, right above the east main entrance. Direct access is obtained through the east entrance. \n*Recommended for all families\, ages 5-11\nSunday Story Time at 3pm\, Planetarium Show at 3:30pm\n \nAdmission\nThere is no charge for our public programs\, although donations of $1-$2 per attendee will be greatly appreciated to allow us to continue these public programs for our community.
URL:https://www.uwsp.edu/calendar/event/max-goes-to-the-moon/
LOCATION:UWSP | Science Building\, 2001 Fourth Avenue\, Stevens Point\, WI\, 54481\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,planetarium,reading
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260510T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T132327Z
UID:508-1778421600-1778425200@www.uwsp.edu
SUMMARY:Seeing! A Photon's Journey Across Space\, Time and Mind
DESCRIPTION:Follow the journey of a single photon as it is produced in a distant star\, before travelling across the vast expanse of space to land on someone’s retina. This fulldome planetarium show explores some of the fascinating processes of the cosmos\, from astrophysics to the biology of the eye and brain. Funded through a generous grant from ZEISS\, the show is narrated by astronomer and science communicator\, Neil deGrasse Tyson. \n*Recommended for all audiences \nAdmission\nThere is no charge for our public programs\, although donations of $1-$2 per attendee will be greatly appreciated to allow us to continue these public programs for our community. \nParking\nParking is free on campus for our guests only on Saturdays and Sundays. From Monday-Friday\, the UWSP parking lots are enforced 2 am – 7 pm. Please visit this website for more details about parking options\, rules\, and regulations. \n \n \n  \nGET INVOLVED! \nThe Blocher Planetarium is a treasure of the Stevens Point community\, offering shows to students young and old alike. This space has inspired countless students to go onto careers in astronomy and sparked the imagination of young children on field trips as they ask questions about the universe and their place in it. Help “Rebuild the Wonder” and join this effort to keep future generations gazing up at the stars. Learn More!
URL:https://www.uwsp.edu/calendar/event/seeing-a-photons-journey-across-space-time-and-mind-4/
LOCATION:UWSP | Science Building\, 2001 Fourth Avenue\, Stevens Point\, WI\, 54481\, United States
CATEGORIES:planetarium
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SUMMARY:Phantom of the Universe - The Search for Dark Matter
DESCRIPTION:This planetarium show journeys across space and time\, speeding alongside particles before they collide in a visually stunning explosion of light and sound. Then\, learn how scientist around the world are collaborating to track down dark matter… the hunt is on. \nNarrated by Academy Award winner\, Tilda Swinton with sound by an Academy Award winning team at Skywalker Sound. \n*Recommended for all audiences \nAdmission\nThere is no charge for our public programs\, although donations of $1-$2 per attendee will be greatly appreciated to allow us to continue these public programs for our community. \nParking\nParking is free on campus for our guests only on Saturdays and Sundays. From Monday-Friday\, the UWSP parking lots are enforced 2 am – 7 pm. Please visit this website for more details about parking options\, rules\, and regulations. \n \n \n  \nGET INVOLVED! \nThe Blocher Planetarium is a treasure of the Stevens Point community\, offering shows to students young and old alike. This space has inspired countless students to go onto careers in astronomy and sparked the imagination of young children on field trips as they ask questions about the universe and their place in it. Help “Rebuild the Wonder” and join this effort to keep future generations gazing up at the stars. Learn More!
URL:https://www.uwsp.edu/calendar/event/phantom-of-the-universe-the-search-for-dark-matter-4/
LOCATION:UWSP | Science Building\, 2001 Fourth Avenue\, Stevens Point\, WI\, 54481\, United States
CATEGORIES:planetarium
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T150000
DTSTAMP:20260530T000240
CREATED:20251216T131443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T131443Z
UID:1301-1776607200-1776610800@www.uwsp.edu
SUMMARY:Sunstruck
DESCRIPTION:Heliophysics is the main component of the Sunstruck! planetarium show. It includes information on the sun\, parts/layers\, space weather and its impact on Earth. With amazing footage from NASA heliophysics missions\, the audience should gain an enhanced understanding of the Sun and how it impacts our world. \n*Recommended for all audiences \nAdmission\nThere is no charge for our public programs\, although donations of $1-$2 per attendee will be greatly appreciated to allow us to continue these public programs for our community. \nParking\nParking is free on campus for our guests only on Saturdays and Sundays. From Monday-Friday\, the UWSP parking lots are enforced 2 am – 7 pm. Please visit this website for more details about parking options\, rules\, and regulations. \n \n \n  \nGET INVOLVED! \nThe Blocher Planetarium is a treasure of the Stevens Point community\, offering shows to students young and old alike. This space has inspired countless students to go onto careers in astronomy and sparked the imagination of young children on field trips as they ask questions about the universe and their place in it. Help “Rebuild the Wonder” and join this effort to keep future generations gazing up at the stars. Learn More!
URL:https://www.uwsp.edu/calendar/event/sunstruck-5/
LOCATION:UWSP | Science Building\, 2001 Fourth Avenue\, Stevens Point\, WI\, 54481\, United States
CATEGORIES:planetarium
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DTSTAMP:20260530T000240
CREATED:20240319T132455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T131242Z
UID:747-1776002400-1776006000@www.uwsp.edu
SUMMARY:One Sky Project
DESCRIPTION:The concept for each film was conceived by the One Sky Project partnership to showcase the ways different cultures see and interpret humanity’s shared sky. The One Sky Project collaborative was convened in the summer of 2019 and involved astronomers\, planetarium professionals\, educators\, and cultural experts from Canada\, China\, India\, Japan\, and the United States. The collaborative partners were integral in selecting the content of the films\, drafting scripts\, and connecting the production team to artists\, musicians\, and narrators. \nEach short film represents the perspective of a different culture or Indigenous society from around the globe. Each film stands alone as a short story or in combination as a longer narrative – organized around themes of “Finding Patterns” and developing tools\, or as we say\, “To Seek Far.” \nAdmission\nThere is no charge for our public programs\, although donations of $1-$2 per attendee will be greatly appreciated to allow us to continue these public programs for our community. Our shows are open to the public in the Allen F. Blocher Planetarium. The planetarium is located on the second floor of the Science Building\, by the Foucault pendulum\, right above the east main entrance.  Direct access is obtained through the east entrance. \nParking\nParking is free on campus for our guests only on Saturdays and Sundays. From Monday-Friday\, the UWSP parking lots are enforced 2 am – 7 pm. Please visit this website for more details about parking options\, rules\, and regulations. \n \n \n  \nGET INVOLVED! \nThe Blocher Planetarium is a treasure of the Stevens Point community\, offering shows to students young and old alike. This space has inspired countless students to go onto careers in astronomy and sparked the imagination of young children on field trips as they ask questions about the universe and their place in it. Help “Rebuild the Wonder” and join this effort to keep future generations gazing up at the stars. Learn More!
URL:https://www.uwsp.edu/calendar/event/one-sky-project-4/
LOCATION:UWSP | Science Building\, 2001 Fourth Avenue\, Stevens Point\, WI\, 54481\, United States
CATEGORIES:planetarium
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T130000
DTSTAMP:20260530T000240
CREATED:20240304T140345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T100426Z
UID:735-1775898000-1775912400@www.uwsp.edu
SUMMARY:Collection Crawl
DESCRIPTION:2026 COLLECTION CRAWL\nThe Olson Museum of Natural History will host our annual open house with hands-on exploration about the natural world. Participants can spend hours visiting collection sites around campus and engaging in science games and activities with our UW-Stevens Point staff and volunteers.  This year we showcase how our specimens provide a range of “Color and Camouflage!” Explore our museum collections up close\, ask questions and participate in fun activities at each stop. \nHOW IT WORKS! \nVisit our natural science collections across three UWSP buildings. Explore at your own pace and collect a stamp on your passport at each site\, ending at the Olson Museum of Natural History.  Then\, turn in fully stamped passport for your prize! \n Campus Collection Crawl Locations: \nScience Building • 2001 Fourth Avenue \nHaeni Chemistry Biology Building • 2101 Fourth Avenue \nTrainer Natural Resources Building • 800 Reserve Street \nThe UWSP Blocher Planetarium will feature 5 full-dome shows throughout the event.  Seating is first come\, first served.\nTitles will include: \nDinosaurs (9 min.) – 9 : 30 a.m. \nExplore Earth (14 min.) – 10 a.m. \nTravelling Around the World (14 min.)- 10:30 a.m. \nMysteries of Your Brain (22 min.) – 11 a.m. \nLila – The Adventure of Change (14 min.) – 11: 30 a.m.​
URL:https://www.uwsp.edu/calendar/event/collectioncrawl/
LOCATION:UWSP | Science Building\, 2001 Fourth Avenue\, Stevens Point\, WI\, 54481\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,planetarium,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T150000
DTSTAMP:20260530T000240
CREATED:20251216T130851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T131035Z
UID:1299-1774792800-1774796400@www.uwsp.edu
SUMMARY:The Most Extreme Things that are not Black Holes & The Largest Star in the Universe
DESCRIPTION:Our audiences will enjoy two journeys in the dome! \nWhen a massive star dies but doesn’t collapse into a black hole\, it becomes something almost as strange — a neutron star. This video dives into the world of these ultra-dense cosmic remnants\, where a teaspoon of matter weighs billions of tons\, gravity warps space\, and magnetic fields can tear atoms apart. Discover what makes neutron stars some of the most extreme and fascinating objects in the universe. \nThen\, we’ll examine the sizes of stars — from our own Sun to unimaginable cosmic giants like Betelgeuse\, Mu Cephei\, and the colossal Stephenson 2-18. Through stunning visuals and simple explanations\, you’ll see just how tiny our Solar System is in comparison to the true titans of the cosmos. \nOur shows are open to the public in the Allen F. Blocher Planetarium. The planetarium is located on the second floor of the Science Building\, by the Foucault pendulum\, right above the east main entrance. Direct access is obtained through the east entrance. \n*Recommended for all audiences \nAdmission\nThere is no charge for our public programs\, although donations of $1-$2 per attendee will be greatly appreciated to allow us to continue these public programs for our community. \nParking\nParking is free on campus for our guests only on Saturdays and Sundays. From Monday-Friday\, the UWSP parking lots are enforced 2 am – 7 pm. Please visit this website for more details about parking options\, rules\, and regulations. \nPlanetarium programs for groups (schools\, scouts\, organizations\, etc.) can be arranged during our academic year.  Call 715-346-2120 or email physastr@uwsp.edu \n \n \n  \nGET INVOLVED! \nThe Blocher Planetarium is a treasure of the Stevens Point community\, offering shows to students young and old alike. This space has inspired countless students to go onto careers in astronomy and sparked the imagination of young children on field trips as they ask questions about the universe and their place in it. Help “Rebuild the Wonder” and join this effort to keep future generations gazing up at the stars. Learn More!
URL:https://www.uwsp.edu/calendar/event/the-most-extreme-things-that-are-not-black-holes-the-largest-star-in-the-universe/
LOCATION:UWSP | Science Building\, 2001 Fourth Avenue\, Stevens Point\, WI\, 54481\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,planetarium
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260308T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260308T163000
DTSTAMP:20260530T000240
CREATED:20260304T133520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T134024Z
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SUMMARY:Music\, A Dream of Sound
DESCRIPTION:Join in for an unforgettable approach to music. This Junior Scientist program\, “Music\, a Dream of Sound\,” will begin with a 30-minute book reading session (Room A201) and continue into the Planetarium for the 3:40 p.m. show. From the noises of the prehistoric caverns\, to the delights of classical and modern music. From the beauty of instruments\, to the complexity of harmonies. From the making of the sound\, to the miracle of melody! \nOur shows are open to the public in the Allen F. Blocher Planetarium. The planetarium is located on the second floor of the Science Building\, by the Foucault pendulum\, right above the east main entrance. Direct access is obtained through the east entrance. \n*Recommended for all families\, ages 5-11\nSunday Story Time at 3pm\, Planetarium Show at 3:30pm\n \nAdmission\nThere is no charge for our public programs\, although donations of $1-$2 per attendee will be greatly appreciated to allow us to continue these public programs for our community.
URL:https://www.uwsp.edu/calendar/event/music-a-dream-of-sound/
LOCATION:UWSP | Science Building\, 2001 Fourth Avenue\, Stevens Point\, WI\, 54481\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,planetarium,reading
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260301T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260301T150000
DTSTAMP:20260530T000240
CREATED:20230117T131807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T125418Z
UID:342-1772373600-1772377200@www.uwsp.edu
SUMMARY:Two Small Pieces of Glass - The Amazing Telescope
DESCRIPTION:Two Small Pieces of Glass – The Amazing Telescope show follows two students as they interact with a female astronomer at a local star party. \nAlong the way\, the students learn the history of the telescope from Galileo’s modifications to a child’s spyglass — using two small pieces of glass — to the launch of the NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope and the future of astronomy. \nAiming to engage and appeal to audiences of all ages\, the show explores the wonder and discovery made by astronomers throughout the last 400+ years. \nPlanetarium programs for groups (schools\, scouts\, organizations\, etc.) can be arranged during our academic year.  Call 715-346-2120 or email physastr@uwsp.edu \nAdmission\nThere is no charge for our public programs\, although donations of $1-$2 per attendee will be greatly appreciated to allow us to continue these public programs for our community. \nParking\nParking is free on campus for our guests only on Saturdays and Sundays. From Monday-Friday\, the UWSP parking lots are enforced 2 am – 7 pm. Please visit this website for more details about parking options\, rules\, and regulations. \n \n \n  \nGET INVOLVED! \nThe Blocher Planetarium is a treasure of the Stevens Point community\, offering shows to students young and old alike. This space has inspired countless students to go onto careers in astronomy and sparked the imagination of young children on field trips as they ask questions about the universe and their place in it. Help “Rebuild the Wonder” and join this effort to keep future generations gazing up at the stars. Learn More! \n 
URL:https://www.uwsp.edu/calendar/event/two-small-pieces-of-glass-the-amazing-telescope-7/
LOCATION:UWSP | Science Building\, 2001 Fourth Avenue\, Stevens Point\, WI\, 54481\, United States
CATEGORIES:planetarium
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260222T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260222T150000
DTSTAMP:20260530T000240
CREATED:20251216T123547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T131908Z
UID:1297-1771768800-1771772400@www.uwsp.edu
SUMMARY:The Largest Black Hole in the Universe & The Incredible Power of Quasars
DESCRIPTION:Our audiences will enjoy two journeys in the dome! First\,what’s the biggest black hole in existence? This video takes you on a journey through the universe to compare black holes of all sizes — from stellar remnants just a few kilometers wide to the mind-bending supermassive monsters that can engulf entire solar systems. Discover how these cosmic giants form\, how big they can grow\, and what happens if you get too close to their event horizon. \nThen\, Quasars are the most powerful objects in the universe — blazing beacons powered by supermassive black holes devouring matter at the centers of galaxies. This video explores how quasars form\, why they shine brighter than entire galaxies\, and how their incredible energy can shape — or even destroy — the galaxies that created them. \nOur shows are open to the public in the Allen F. Blocher Planetarium. The planetarium is located on the second floor of the Science Building\, by the Foucault pendulum\, right above the east main entrance. Doors open at 1:30 p.m. Direct access is obtained through the east entrance. \nPlanetarium programs for groups (schools\, scouts\, organizations\, etc.) can be arranged during our academic year.  Call 715-346-2120 or email physastr@uwsp.edu \nAdmission\nThere is no charge for our public programs\, although donations of $1-$2 per attendee will be greatly appreciated to allow us to continue these public programs for our community. \nParking\nParking is free on campus for our guests only on Saturdays and Sundays. From Monday-Friday\, the UWSP parking lots are enforced 2 am – 7 pm. Please visit this website for more details about parking options\, rules\, and regulations. \n  \n \n \n  \nGET INVOLVED! \nThe Blocher Planetarium is a treasure of the Stevens Point community\, offering shows to students young and old alike. This space has inspired countless students to go onto careers in astronomy and sparked the imagination of young children on field trips as they ask questions about the universe and their place in it. Help “Rebuild the Wonder” and join this effort to keep future generations gazing up at the stars. Learn More!
URL:https://www.uwsp.edu/calendar/event/the-largest-black-hole-in-the-universe-the-incredible-power-of-quasars/
LOCATION:UWSP | Science Building\, 2001 Fourth Avenue\, Stevens Point\, WI\, 54481\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,planetarium
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260215T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260215T150000
DTSTAMP:20260530T000240
CREATED:20251216T122900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T122900Z
UID:1295-1771164000-1771167600@www.uwsp.edu
SUMMARY:Variable Stars in the Winter/Spring
DESCRIPTION:Many of the stars we see get brighter and even fainter over various periods of time. Some stars dim\, brighten\, dim again\, and so on…in less than a second! Other stars take years to vary their brightness—and not because the star is dying. These stars are called “variable stars.” Explore a different variable star each month with these full-dome shorts. \nOur shows are open to the public in the Allen F. Blocher Planetarium. The planetarium is located on the second floor of the Science Building\, by the Foucault pendulum\, right above the east main entrance. Doors open at 1:30 p.m. Direct access is obtained through the east entrance. \nPlanetarium programs for groups (schools\, scouts\, organizations\, etc.) can be arranged during our academic year.  Call 715-346-2120 or email physastr@uwsp.edu \nAdmission\nThere is no charge for our public programs\, although donations of $1-$2 per attendee will be greatly appreciated to allow us to continue these public programs for our community. \nParking\nParking is free on campus for our guests only on Saturdays and Sundays. From Monday-Friday\, the UWSP parking lots are enforced 2 am – 7 pm. Please visit this website for more details about parking options\, rules\, and regulations. \n \n \n  \nGET INVOLVED! \nThe Blocher Planetarium is a treasure of the Stevens Point community\, offering shows to students young and old alike. This space has inspired countless students to go onto careers in astronomy and sparked the imagination of young children on field trips as they ask questions about the universe and their place in it. Help “Rebuild the Wonder” and join this effort to keep future generations gazing up at the stars. Learn More!
URL:https://www.uwsp.edu/calendar/event/variable-stars-in-the-winter-spring/
LOCATION:UWSP | Science Building\, 2001 Fourth Avenue\, Stevens Point\, WI\, 54481\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,planetarium
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260208T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260208T163000
DTSTAMP:20260530T000240
CREATED:20260115T115455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T120159Z
UID:1304-1770562800-1770568200@www.uwsp.edu
SUMMARY:Leo and Art
DESCRIPTION:Leo is an educational project about Art and Science\, where two techniques are combined\, puppets carved in wood and digital animation\, with the aim of entertaining children and adults to awake their interest in Art and Science. With “Leo and Art” we take a journey through the history of Art and learn the basics of some of its most significant moments\, such as the beginning of what is meant by art\, with cave paintings\, the genius of Art and Science of Leonardo Da Vinci and we learn that there is not only one way to see the stars with Van Gogh. \nOur shows are open to the public in the Allen F. Blocher Planetarium. The planetarium is located on the second floor of the Science Building\, by the Foucault pendulum\, right above the east main entrance. Direct access is obtained through the east entrance. \n*Recommended for all families\, ages 5-11\nSunday Story Time at 3pm\, Planetarium Show at 3:30pm\n \nAdmission\nThere is no charge for our public programs\, although donations of $1-$2 per attendee will be greatly appreciated to allow us to continue these public programs for our community.
URL:https://www.uwsp.edu/calendar/event/leo-and-art/
LOCATION:UWSP | Science Building\, 2001 Fourth Avenue\, Stevens Point\, WI\, 54481\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,planetarium,reading
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260208T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260208T150000
DTSTAMP:20260530T000240
CREATED:20240319T133233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T115014Z
UID:749-1770559200-1770562800@www.uwsp.edu
SUMMARY:Mars: The Ultimate Voyage
DESCRIPTION:Discover the many challenges astronauts will face and how creativity\, communication\, and collaboration are essential for deep space exploration. This full-dome show takes audiences to the Red Planet. On a two year journey to Mars astronauts will face extraordinary challenges—long distance\, a closed environment\, isolation\, altered gravity\, radiation. Explore the inherent challenges of future human expeditions to Mars. \nOur shows are open to the public in the Allen F. Blocher Planetarium. The planetarium is located on the second floor of the Science Building\, by the Foucault pendulum\, right above the east main entrance. Doors open at 1:30 p.m. Direct access is obtained through the east entrance. \nPlanetarium programs for groups (schools\, scouts\, organizations\, etc.) can be arranged during our academic year.  Call 715-346-2120 or email physastr@uwsp.edu \nAdmission\nThere is no charge for our public programs\, although donations of $1-$2 per attendee will be greatly appreciated to allow us to continue these public programs for our community. \nParking\nParking is free on campus for our guests only on Saturdays and Sundays. From Monday-Friday\, the UWSP parking lots are enforced 2 am – 7 pm. Please visit this website for more details about parking options\, rules\, and regulations. \n \n \n  \nGET INVOLVED! \nThe Blocher Planetarium is a treasure of the Stevens Point community\, offering shows to students young and old alike. This space has inspired countless students to go onto careers in astronomy and sparked the imagination of young children on field trips as they ask questions about the universe and their place in it. Help “Rebuild the Wonder” and join this effort to keep future generations gazing up at the stars. Learn More!
URL:https://www.uwsp.edu/calendar/event/mars-the-ultimate-voyage-4/
LOCATION:UWSP | Science Building\, 2001 Fourth Avenue\, Stevens Point\, WI\, 54481\, United States
CATEGORIES:planetarium
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260201T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260201T150000
DTSTAMP:20260530T000240
CREATED:20230120T153230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T114549Z
UID:346-1769954400-1769958000@www.uwsp.edu
SUMMARY:Forward! To the Moon!
DESCRIPTION:NASA’s 21st century Artemis program\, named after the Greek moon goddess and twin of Apollo\, is the next step in our mission to explore the universe and land the first woman and person of color on the surface of the Moon. Using innovative technologies to explore more of the lunar surface than ever before\, NASA uses what they learn on and around the Moon to take the next giant leap: sending the first astronauts to Mars. Join Kari Byron from Crash Test World and MythBusters as she launches on a journey beyond the Earth towards a sustainable future in space. \n*Recommended for all audiences \nAdmission\nThere is no charge for our public programs\, although donations of $1-$2 per attendee will be greatly appreciated to allow us to continue these public programs for our community. \nParking\nParking is free on campus for our guests only on Saturdays and Sundays. From Monday-Friday\, the UWSP parking lots are enforced 2 am – 7 pm. Please visit this website for more details about parking options\, rules\, and regulations. \n \n \n  \nGET INVOLVED! \nThe Blocher Planetarium is a treasure of the Stevens Point community\, offering shows to students young and old alike. This space has inspired countless students to go onto careers in astronomy and sparked the imagination of young children on field trips as they ask questions about the universe and their place in it. Help “Rebuild the Wonder” and join this effort to keep future generations gazing up at the stars. Learn More!
URL:https://www.uwsp.edu/calendar/event/forward-to-the-moon-6/
LOCATION:UWSP | Science Building\, 2001 Fourth Avenue\, Stevens Point\, WI\, 54481\, United States
CATEGORIES:planetarium
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260125T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260125T150000
DTSTAMP:20260530T000240
CREATED:20251216T122300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T123834Z
UID:1293-1769349600-1769353200@www.uwsp.edu
SUMMARY:Messengers of Time and Space
DESCRIPTION:Messengers of Time and Space is a full-dome planetarium show from NSF NOIRLab designed to illuminate the imminent revolution in astronomy driven by time-domain and multi-messenger observations. This immersive experience invites audiences to explore the dynamic cosmos and witness the transformative impact of real-time data on our understanding of the Universe. \nThe planetarium show highlights how the International Gemini Observatory will work together with observatories that monitor the night sky for exciting astronomical events that change with time\, like Rubin Observatory. Sometimes\, light is not the only indicator of these short-term events. Audiences will learn how information can reach us through other messengers like cosmic rays\, elusive particles called neutrinos\, and even gravitational waves rippling through the Universe. \nOur shows are open to the public in the Allen F. Blocher Planetarium. The planetarium is located on the second floor of the Science Building\, by the Foucault pendulum\, right above the east main entrance. Doors open at 1:30 p.m. Direct access is obtained through the east entrance. \nPlanetarium programs for groups (schools\, scouts\, organizations\, etc.) can be arranged during our academic year.  Call 715-346-2120 or email physastr@uwsp.edu \nAdmission\nThere is no charge for our public programs\, although donations of $1-$2 per attendee will be greatly appreciated to allow us to continue these public programs for our community. \nParking\nParking is free on campus for our guests only on Saturdays and Sundays. From Monday-Friday\, the UWSP parking lots are enforced 2 am – 7 pm. Please visit this website for more details about parking options\, rules\, and regulations. \n \n \n  \nGET INVOLVED! \nThe Blocher Planetarium is a treasure of the Stevens Point community\, offering shows to students young and old alike. This space has inspired countless students to go onto careers in astronomy and sparked the imagination of young children on field trips as they ask questions about the universe and their place in it. Help “Rebuild the Wonder” and join this effort to keep future generations gazing up at the stars. Learn More!
URL:https://www.uwsp.edu/calendar/event/messengers-of-time-and-space/
LOCATION:UWSP | Science Building\, 2001 Fourth Avenue\, Stevens Point\, WI\, 54481\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,planetarium
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251214T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251214T163000
DTSTAMP:20260530T000240
CREATED:20230815T145805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T125302Z
UID:540-1765726200-1765729800@www.uwsp.edu
SUMMARY:Larry Cat in Space
DESCRIPTION:Larry Cat In Space is a playful\, imaginative cartoon presentation about an inquisitive cat who takes a trip to the Moon.  Ideal for families with young children. \nOur shows are open to the public in the Allen F. Blocher Planetarium. The planetarium is located on the second floor of the Science Building\, by the Foucault pendulum\, right above the east main entrance. Direct access is obtained through the east entrance. \n*Recommended for all families\, ages 4-12\nSunday Story Time at 3pm\, Planetarium Show at 3:30pm\n \nAdmission\nThere is no charge for our public programs\, although donations of $1-$2 per attendee will be greatly appreciated to allow us to continue these public programs for our community. \nParking\nParking is free on campus for our guests only on Saturdays and Sundays. From Monday-Friday\, the UWSP parking lots are enforced 2 am – 7 pm. Please visit this website for more details about parking options\, rules\, and regulations. \nPlanetarium programs for groups (schools\, scouts\, organizations\, etc.) can be arranged during our academic year.  Call 715-346-2120 or email physastr@uwsp.edu \n \n \n  \nGET INVOLVED! \nThe Blocher Planetarium is a treasure of the Stevens Point community\, offering shows to students young and old alike. This space has inspired countless students to go onto careers in astronomy and sparked the imagination of young children on field trips as they ask questions about the universe and their place in it. Help “Rebuild the Wonder” and join this effort to keep future generations gazing up at the stars. Learn More! \n 
URL:https://www.uwsp.edu/calendar/event/larry-cat-in-space-2/
LOCATION:UWSP | Science Building\, 2001 Fourth Avenue\, Stevens Point\, WI\, 54481\, United States
CATEGORIES:planetarium,reading
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251214T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251214T150000
DTSTAMP:20260530T000240
CREATED:20221212T160031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T125645Z
UID:295-1765720800-1765724400@www.uwsp.edu
SUMMARY:Season of Light
DESCRIPTION:Season of Light is an elegant and sophisticated program about the coldest and darkest of seasons — a time which holds some of the warmest and brightest celebrations of the year. \nThis planetarium presentation traces the history and development of many of the world’s most endearing holiday customs\, all of which involve lighting up the winter season — from the burning Yule log\, sparkling Christmas tree lights and candles in windows\, to the lighting of luminarias in the American Southwest and the traditional ritual of the Hanukkah Menorah. \nAudiences learn a selection of Northern hemisphere winter constellations\, and find out why we even have seasons\, as we demonstrate the Sun’s path across the sky throughout the year\, and the Earth’s tilt and orbit around the Sun. \n*Recommended for all audiences \nAdmission\nThere is no charge for our public programs\, although donations of $1-$2 per attendee will be greatly appreciated to allow us to continue these public programs for our community. \nParking\nParking is free on campus for our guests only on Saturdays and Sundays. From Monday-Friday\, the UWSP parking lots are enforced 2 am – 7 pm. Please visit this website for more details about parking options\, rules\, and regulations. \nOur shows are open to the public in the Allen F. Blocher Planetarium. The planetarium is located on the second floor of the Science Building\, by the Foucault pendulum\, right above the east main entrance. Doors open at 1:30 p.m. Direct access is obtained through the east entrance. \nPlanetarium programs for groups (schools\, scouts\, organizations\, etc.) can be arranged during our academic year.  Call 715-346-2120 or email physastr@uwsp.edu \n \n  \n \n  \nGET INVOLVED! \nThe Blocher Planetarium is a treasure of the Stevens Point community\, offering shows to students young and old alike. This space has inspired countless students to go onto careers in astronomy and sparked the imagination of young children on field trips as they ask questions about the universe and their place in it. Help “Rebuild the Wonder” and join this effort to keep future generations gazing up at the stars. Learn More! \n 
URL:https://www.uwsp.edu/calendar/event/season-of-light-3/
LOCATION:UWSP | Science Building\, 2001 Fourth Avenue\, Stevens Point\, WI\, 54481\, United States
CATEGORIES:planetarium
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251116T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251116T150000
DTSTAMP:20260530T000240
CREATED:20250102T144715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T122235Z
UID:963-1763301600-1763305200@www.uwsp.edu
SUMMARY:Big Astronomy
DESCRIPTION:Big Astronomy or Astronomía a Gran Escala\, is a multifaceted research and outreach project\, supported by several partners and funded by the National Science Foundation\, that showcases the award-winning bilingual planetarium show Big Astronomy: People\, Places\, Discoveries. The planetarium show transports viewers to Chile where the dark skies and dry\, remote setting create ideal conditions for observing the Universe. Against a backdrop of breathtaking visuals and a hypnotic soundtrack\, Big Astronomy introduces the diverse people who push the limits of technology\, enable scientific discovery and expand what we know about the Universe using state-of-the-art telescopes. \nAdmission\nThere is no charge for our public programs\, although donations of $1-$2 per attendee will be greatly appreciated to allow us to continue these public programs for our community. \nParking\nParking is free on campus for our guests only on Saturdays and Sundays. From Monday-Friday\, the UWSP parking lots are enforced 2 am – 7 pm. Please visit this website for more details about parking options\, rules\, and regulations. \nPlanetarium programs for groups (schools\, scouts\, organizations\, etc.) can be arranged during our academic year.  Call 715-346-2120 or email physastr@uwsp.edu
URL:https://www.uwsp.edu/calendar/event/big-astronomy-2/
LOCATION:UWSP | Science Building\, 2001 Fourth Avenue\, Stevens Point\, WI\, 54481\, United States
CATEGORIES:planetarium
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251109T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251109T163000
DTSTAMP:20260530T000240
CREATED:20250722T105913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T113147Z
UID:1193-1762702200-1762705800@www.uwsp.edu
SUMMARY:Stories of the Constellations
DESCRIPTION:We will learn together a few constellations and the ancient legends associated with them. Ideal for families with young children. \nOur shows are open to the public in the Allen F. Blocher Planetarium. The planetarium is located on the second floor of the Science Building\, by the Foucault pendulum\, right above the east main entrance. Direct access is obtained through the east entrance. \n*Recommended for all families\, ages 4-12\nSunday Story Time at 3pm\, Planetarium Show at 3:30pm\n \nAdmission\nThere is no charge for our public programs\, although donations of $1-$2 per attendee will be greatly appreciated to allow us to continue these public programs for our community. \nParking\nParking is free on campus for our guests only on Saturdays and Sundays. From Monday-Friday\, the UWSP parking lots are enforced 2 am – 7 pm. Please visit this website for more details about parking options\, rules\, and regulations. \nPlanetarium programs for groups (schools\, scouts\, organizations\, etc.) can be arranged during our academic year.  Call 715-346-2120 or email physastr@uwsp.edu \n \n \nGET INVOLVED! \nThe Blocher Planetarium is a treasure of the Stevens Point community\, offering shows to students young and old alike. This space has inspired countless students to go onto careers in astronomy and sparked the imagination of young children on field trips as they ask questions about the universe and their place in it. Help “Rebuild the Wonder” and join this effort to keep future generations gazing up at the stars. Learn More!
URL:https://www.uwsp.edu/calendar/event/stories-of-the-constellations/
LOCATION:UWSP | Science Building\, 2001 Fourth Avenue\, Stevens Point\, WI\, 54481\, United States
CATEGORIES:planetarium,reading
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251102T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251102T150000
DTSTAMP:20260530T000240
CREATED:20250512T105810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T092807Z
UID:1118-1762092000-1762095600@www.uwsp.edu
SUMMARY:The Cosmic Spectrograph
DESCRIPTION:Discover spectroscopy\, the science of light\, and learn how scientists study the Universe by deciphering clues hidden in light arriving from distant objects. \nThe Cosmic Origins Spectrograph (COS) is an instrument on the Hubble Space Telescope designed to analyze ultraviolet light from very distant\, faint objects.  COS allows us to learn about the origins of the large scale structure of the Universe\, the cold interstellar medium\, the formation and evolution of galaxies and the origin of stellar and planetary systems. \nThis feature is especially good for our guests aged 10 and older. *Recommended for all audiences \nAdmission\nThere is no charge for our public programs\, although donations of $1-$2 per attendee will be greatly appreciated to allow us to continue these public programs for our community. \nParking\nParking is free on campus for our guests only on Saturdays and Sundays. From Monday-Friday\, the UWSP parking lots are enforced 2 am – 7 pm. Please visit this website for more details about parking options\, rules\, and regulations.
URL:https://www.uwsp.edu/calendar/event/the-cosmic-spectrograph-2/
LOCATION:UWSP | Science Building\, 2001 Fourth Avenue\, Stevens Point\, WI\, 54481\, United States
CATEGORIES:planetarium
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251026T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251026T150000
DTSTAMP:20260530T000240
CREATED:20240805T102153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T133058Z
UID:819-1761487200-1761490800@www.uwsp.edu
SUMMARY:Spark: The Universe in Us
DESCRIPTION:Journey across space and time as we explore the remnants of stellar explosions\, tracing the movements of elements through our galaxy to understand how stars live\, die\, and seed the Universe with the elements to build new generations of stars\, planets\, and life. \nNarrated by Diego Luna\, the California Academy of Sciences’ all-new\, original planetarium film “Spark: The Universe in Us” explores how hundreds of millions of celestial events have forged the elements that make up the Solar System\, Earth\, and us. \nTravel deep inside a giant star nearing the end of its life\, witness the collision of stellar corpses\, and experience the quiet demise of a star like the Sun. From the oxygen we breathe to the iron in our blood\, the silicon in Earth’s mantle to the uranium that warms our planet’s core and helps give our planet its protective magnetic field\, we owe it all to the stars! \n\n*Recommended for all audiences \nAdmission\nThere is no charge for our public programs\, although donations of $1-$2 per attendee will be greatly appreciated to allow us to continue these public programs for our community. \nParking\nParking is free on campus for our guests only on Saturdays and Sundays. From Monday-Friday\, the UWSP parking lots are enforced 2 am – 7 pm. Please visit this website for more details about parking options\, rules\, and regulations.
URL:https://www.uwsp.edu/calendar/event/spark-the-universe-in-us-3/
LOCATION:UWSP | Science Building\, 2001 Fourth Avenue\, Stevens Point\, WI\, 54481\, United States
CATEGORIES:planetarium,Special Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251019T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251019T150000
DTSTAMP:20260530T000240
CREATED:20241115T110953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T132856Z
UID:940-1760882400-1760886000@www.uwsp.edu
SUMMARY:Musica- Why is the Universe Beautiful?
DESCRIPTION:This all-ages show in the planetarium presents the idea that art\, music\, physics and mathematics are fundamentally related and an integral part of the beauty of the Cosmos. With vivid\, detailed descriptions of the spiral designs inherent in natural phenomena such as DNA\, sunflowers and galaxies\, the concepts of harmony and harmonics resulting from maths and physics are demonstrated to be universally present. \n*Recommended for all audiences \nAdmission\nThere is no charge for our public programs\, although donations of $1-$2 per attendee will be greatly appreciated to allow us to continue these public programs for our community. \nParking\nParking is free on campus for our guests only on Saturdays and Sundays. From Monday-Friday\, the UWSP parking lots are enforced 2 am – 7 pm. Please visit this website for more details about parking options\, rules\, and regulations. \nOur shows are open to the public in the Allen F. Blocher Planetarium. The planetarium is located on the second floor of the Science Building\, by the Foucault pendulum\, right above the east main entrance. Doors open at 1:30 p.m. Direct access is obtained through the east entrance. \nPlanetarium programs for groups (schools\, scouts\, organizations\, etc.) can be arranged during our academic year.  Call 715-346-2120 or email physastr@uwsp.edu
URL:https://www.uwsp.edu/calendar/event/musica-why-is-the-universe-beautiful/
LOCATION:UWSP | Science Building\, 2001 Fourth Avenue\, Stevens Point\, WI\, 54481\, United States
CATEGORIES:planetarium,Special Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T163000
DTSTAMP:20260530T000240
CREATED:20250814T104252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T122407Z
UID:1213-1760781600-1760805000@www.uwsp.edu
SUMMARY:Homecoming/ Family Day Planetarium Shows
DESCRIPTION:Make time to enjoy one of the Family Day Planetarium shows available to you! Our schedule for the day is as follows: \n10 a.m.  “From Earth to the Universe”\n11 a.m.  “Supermassive Black Holes”\n1 p.m.  “Out There – The Quest for Extrasolar Worlds”\n2 p.m.  “Phantom of the Universe – The Hunt for Dark Matter”\n3 p.m.  “Mars\, The Ultimate Voyage”\n4 p.m.  “Sunstruck” \nThe Allen F. Blocher Planetarium is located on the second floor of the Science Building\, by the Foucault pendulum\, right above the east main entrance. The space consists of a 7.3m diameter dome that houses a Digistar Lite projector. This immersive instructional tool is used for most astronomy courses at UWSP. \nFamily Day Stargazing \nEnd the day with some stargazing (weather permitting!) The public viewing will be hosted at the north end of Coleman Field\, the running track on the corner of Maria Drive and Reserve Street. Street parking is available along Reserve Street. \n \n \n  \nGET INVOLVED! \nThe Blocher Planetarium is a treasure of the Stevens Point community\, offering shows to students young and old alike. This space has inspired countless students to go onto careers in astronomy and sparked the imagination of young children on field trips as they ask questions about the universe and their place in it. Help “Rebuild the Wonder” and join this effort to keep future generations gazing up at the stars. Learn More!
URL:https://www.uwsp.edu/calendar/event/homecoming-family-day-planetarium-shows/
LOCATION:UWSP | Science Building\, 2001 Fourth Avenue\, Stevens Point\, WI\, 54481\, United States
CATEGORIES:planetarium,Special Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251012T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251012T163000
DTSTAMP:20260530T000240
CREATED:20250722T104516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T112901Z
UID:1190-1760283000-1760286600@www.uwsp.edu
SUMMARY:Understanding the Basics of the Calendar
DESCRIPTION:Understanding the basics of the calendar – What is a day? What is a month? What is a year? How are the names of the days related to important objects in our solar system? Join us for this Junior Scientist program ideal for families! \nOur shows are open to the public in the Allen F. Blocher Planetarium. The planetarium is located on the second floor of the Science Building\, by the Foucault pendulum\, right above the east main entrance. Direct access is obtained through the east entrance. \n*Recommended for all families\, ages 4-12\nSunday Story Time at 3pm\, Planetarium Show at 3:30pm\n \nAdmission\nThere is no charge for our public programs\, although donations of $1-$2 per attendee will be greatly appreciated to allow us to continue these public programs for our community. \nParking\nParking is free on campus for our guests only on Saturdays and Sundays. From Monday-Friday\, the UWSP parking lots are enforced 2 am – 7 pm. Please visit this website for more details about parking options\, rules\, and regulations. \nPlanetarium programs for groups (schools\, scouts\, organizations\, etc.) can be arranged during our academic year.  Call 715-346-2120 or email physastr@uwsp.edu \n \n \n  \nGET INVOLVED! \nThe Blocher Planetarium is a treasure of the Stevens Point community\, offering shows to students young and old alike. This space has inspired countless students to go onto careers in astronomy and sparked the imagination of young children on field trips as they ask questions about the universe and their place in it. Help “Rebuild the Wonder” and join this effort to keep future generations gazing up at the stars. Learn More!
URL:https://www.uwsp.edu/calendar/event/understanding-the-basics-of-the-calendar/
LOCATION:UWSP | Science Building\, 2001 Fourth Avenue\, Stevens Point\, WI\, 54481\, United States
CATEGORIES:planetarium,reading
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251012T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251012T150000
DTSTAMP:20260530T000240
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T113010Z
UID:345-1760277600-1760281200@www.uwsp.edu
SUMMARY:The Hot and Energetic Universe
DESCRIPTION:The planetarium documentary “The Hot and Energetic Universe” presents with the use of Immersive Visualizations and real images the achievements of the modern astronomy\, the most advanced terrestrial and orbital observatories\, the basic principles electromagnetic radiation and the natural phenomena related to the High Energy Astrophysics.  This full dome film immerses viewers in real life imagery and visualizations of gaseous reactions within supernova remnants\, galaxy clusters\, neutron stars and supermassive black holes. Observe the perpetual reactions and processes within the depths of the cosmos\, helping shape our understanding of the universe. \nHigh Energy Astrophysics plays a key role in understanding the universe. These radiations reveal the processes in the hot and violent universe. \n*Recommended for all audiences \nAdmission\nThere is no charge for our public programs\, although donations of $1-$2 per attendee will be greatly appreciated to allow us to continue these public programs for our community. \nParking\nParking is free on campus for our guests only on Saturdays and Sundays. From Monday-Friday\, the UWSP parking lots are enforced 2 am – 7 pm. Please visit this website for more details about parking options\, rules\, and regulations. \n \n \n  \nGET INVOLVED! \nThe Blocher Planetarium is a treasure of the Stevens Point community\, offering shows to students young and old alike. This space has inspired countless students to go onto careers in astronomy and sparked the imagination of young children on field trips as they ask questions about the universe and their place in it. Help “Rebuild the Wonder” and join this effort to keep future generations gazing up at the stars. Learn More!
URL:https://www.uwsp.edu/calendar/event/the-hot-and-energetic-universe-4/
LOCATION:UWSP | Science Building\, 2001 Fourth Avenue\, Stevens Point\, WI\, 54481\, United States
CATEGORIES:planetarium
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T150000
DTSTAMP:20260530T000240
CREATED:20250722T111200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T112717Z
UID:1194-1759672800-1759676400@www.uwsp.edu
SUMMARY:Europe to the Stars
DESCRIPTION:Europe to the Stars takes the viewer on an epic journey behind the scenes at the most productive ground-based observatory in the world\, revealing the science\, the history\, the technology and the people. \nDiscover the European Southern Observatory in a story of cosmic curiosity\, courage and perseverance; a story of observing a Universe of deep mysteries and hidden secrets; and a story of designing\, building and operating the most powerful ground-based telescopes on the planet. \nThe movie focuses on the essential aspects of an astronomical observatory\, while offering a broader view of how astronomy is done. From site-testing to locate the best places in the world for observing the sky\, to how telescopes are built and what mysteries of the Universe astronomers are revealing. \nAdmission\nThere is no charge for our public programs\, although donations of $1-$2 per attendee will be greatly appreciated to allow us to continue these public programs for our community. \nParking\nParking is free on campus for our guests only on Saturdays and Sundays. From Monday-Friday\, the UWSP parking lots are enforced 2 am – 7 pm. Please visit this website for more details about parking options\, rules\, and regulations. \n \n \n  \nGET INVOLVED! \nThe Blocher Planetarium is a treasure of the Stevens Point community\, offering shows to students young and old alike. This space has inspired countless students to go onto careers in astronomy and sparked the imagination of young children on field trips as they ask questions about the universe and their place in it. Help “Rebuild the Wonder” and join this effort to keep future generations gazing up at the stars. Learn More!
URL:https://www.uwsp.edu/calendar/event/europe-to-the-stars/
LOCATION:UWSP | Science Building\, 2001 Fourth Avenue\, Stevens Point\, WI\, 54481\, United States
CATEGORIES:planetarium
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T153000
DTSTAMP:20260530T000240
CREATED:20240523T120608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T125416Z
UID:788-1757863800-1757863800@www.uwsp.edu
SUMMARY:Planets of the Solar System (LIVE)
DESCRIPTION:We will visit the Sun and the eight planets of the Solar System. Program is a live\, guided exploration of the Sun and the eight planets of the Solar System. We will describe these amazing worlds and reveal some of their exceptional characteristics all the while exploring the vast scale of the solar system. \nOur itinerary will allow us to see our close celestial neighbors in great detail. Explore the Sun\, the planets\, some interesting moons\, and a couple of dwarf planets of the Solar system\, led by associate professor Sebastian Zamfir\, director of the Blocher Planetarium and Pejsa Observatory. This Junior Scientist show begins at 3:00 p.m. with a book reading in SCI A201. The feature in the Planetarium begins at 3:30 p.m. – recommended age 4+\nhttps://www.uwsp.edu/event/planets-of-the-solar-system-live-3/ \nAdmission\nThere is no charge for our public programs\, although donations of $1-$2 per attendee will be greatly appreciated to allow us to continue these public programs for our community. \nParking\nParking is free on campus for our guests only on Saturdays and Sundays. From Monday-Friday\, the UWSP parking lots are enforced 2 am – 7 pm. Please visit this website for more details about parking options\, rules\, and regulations. \n \n  \n  \nGET INVOLVED! \nThe Blocher Planetarium is a treasure of the Stevens Point community\, offering shows to students young and old alike. This space has inspired countless students to go onto careers in astronomy and sparked the imagination of young children on field trips as they ask questions about the universe and their place in it. Help “Rebuild the Wonder” and join this effort to keep future generations gazing up at the stars. Learn More!
URL:https://www.uwsp.edu/calendar/event/planets-of-the-solar-system-live-3/
LOCATION:UWSP | Science Building\, 2001 Fourth Avenue\, Stevens Point\, WI\, 54481\, United States
CATEGORIES:planetarium
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250707T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250707T200000
DTSTAMP:20260530T000240
CREATED:20230525T085834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T105752Z
UID:512-1751914800-1751918400@www.uwsp.edu
SUMMARY:Unveiling the Invisible Universe
DESCRIPTION:Winner of Best Full Dome Film at the 2021 Baikal International Film Festival\, Unveiling the Invisible Universe uses vivid\, dynamic imagery to survey 13 billion light years of space observation from Galileo to the recently launched James Webb Space Telescope. \nFor thousands of years we have observed light coming from the night sky with our own eyes. In the beginning of the 17th century\, the invention of the telescope by Galileo revolutionized our knowledge of the Universe. Then\, finally in the 20th century with the advent of rockets\, it became possible to go above the earth’s atmosphere and observe X-ray\, gamma ray radiation\, neutrinos\, cosmic rays and more that opened a new window into astrophysics. Don’t miss this breathtaking film and come explore the cosmos as revealed by all its different messengers. \nThis feature is especially good for our guests aged 10 and older. *Recommended for all audiences \nAdmission\nThere is no charge for our public programs\, although donations of $1-$2 per attendee will be greatly appreciated to allow us to continue these public programs for our community. \nParking\nParking is free on campus for our guests only on Saturdays and Sundays. From Monday-Friday\, the UWSP parking lots are enforced 2 am – 7 pm. Please visit this website for more details about parking options\, rules\, and regulations.
URL:https://www.uwsp.edu/calendar/event/unveiling-the-invisible-universe-3/
LOCATION:UWSP | Science Building\, 2001 Fourth Avenue\, Stevens Point\, WI\, 54481\, United States
CATEGORIES:planetarium
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