November 5, 2023 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure UWSP | Science Building 2001 Fourth Avenue, Stevens Point, WI, United States Explore the night sky with your favorite friends from Sesame Street in Big Bird's Adventure: One World, One Sky. Follow along with Big Bird, Elmo, and their friend from China, Hu Hu Zhu, as they take you on a journey of discovery to learn about the Big Dipper, the North Star, the Sun, and the... Free
November 19, 2023 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Moles, What is Out There? UWSP | Science Building 2001 Fourth Avenue, Stevens Point, WI, United States Young children will be introduced to the fascinating world of astronomy in a fun, simple and very humorous way, hand in hand with Plato, a young mole. The animated characters and the attractive backdrops of this full dome entertainment show will keep audiences captivated. With Moles, children will learn basic concepts about science while having... Free
Featured May 5, 2024 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Magic Globe UWSP | Science Building 2001 Fourth Avenue, Stevens Point, WI, United States Using motion capture to bring characters to life, this beautifully produced fulldome feature film has a child-centered story that will enchant family audiences. On vacation at her grandpa’s, a little girl Mia accidentally discovers a mysterious piece of astronomical machinery. Edek, Mia’s eccentric uncle, tricks the girl into using the tool’s secret powers to change... Free
September 29, 2024 @ 3:00 pm - 4:15 pm Lars, the Little Polar Bear UWSP | Science Building 2001 Fourth Avenue, Stevens Point, WI, United States What happens when a frisky little polar bear named Lars ventures out on the first day of spring? He explores his Arctic home, meets new friends, and saves some endangered whales. Children will learn about how real polar bears live, why they have small ears and tails, what they eat, and how the melting of... Free
October 27, 2024 @ 3:00 pm - 4:15 pm Magic Globe UWSP | Science Building 2001 Fourth Avenue, Stevens Point, WI, United States Using motion capture to bring characters to life, this beautifully produced fulldome feature film has a child-centered story that will enchant family audiences. On vacation at her grandpa’s, a little girl Mia accidentally discovers a mysterious piece of astronomical machinery. Edek, Mia’s eccentric uncle, tricks the girl into using the tool’s secret powers to change... Free
December 15, 2024 @ 3:00 pm - 4:15 pm Moles, What is Out There? UWSP | Science Building 2001 Fourth Avenue, Stevens Point, WI, United States Young children will be introduced to the fascinating world of astronomy in a fun, simple and very humorous way, hand in hand with Plato, a young mole. The animated characters and the attractive backdrops of this full dome entertainment show will keep audiences captivated. With Moles, children will learn basic concepts about science while having... Free
January 26, 2025 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure UWSP | Science Building 2001 Fourth Avenue, Stevens Point, WI, United States Explore the night sky with your favorite friends from Sesame Street in Big Bird's Adventure: One World, One Sky. Follow along with Big Bird, Elmo, and their friend from China, Hu Hu Zhu, as they take you on a journey of discovery to learn about the Big Dipper, the North Star, the Sun, and the... Free
October 12, 2025 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Understanding the Basics of the Calendar UWSP | Science Building 2001 Fourth Avenue, Stevens Point, WI, United States 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! Our shows are open to the public in the Allen F. Blocher... Free
November 9, 2025 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Stories of the Constellations UWSP | Science Building 2001 Fourth Avenue, Stevens Point, WI, United States We will learn together a few constellations and the ancient legends associated with them. Ideal for families with young children. 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... Free
December 14, 2025 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Larry Cat in Space UWSP | Science Building 2001 Fourth Avenue, Stevens Point, WI, United States 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. 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... Free
February 8 @ 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Leo and Art UWSP | Science Building 2001 Fourth Avenue, Stevens Point, WI, United States 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... Free
March 8 @ 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Music, A Dream of Sound UWSP | Science Building 2001 Fourth Avenue, Stevens Point, WI, United States 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... Free