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SUMMARY:One World\, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure
DESCRIPTION:Explore the night sky with your favorite friends from Sesame Street in One World\, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure. Follow along with Big Bird\, Elmo and their friend from China\, Hu Hu Zhu\, as they take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon\, where they discover how different it is from Earth. They explore the day and night sky\, learn about the Big Dipper\, the North Star\, the Sun and the Moon.  Along the way\, they learn how the sky we see is shared by many people around the world. Children attending the show can interact as they watch\, drawing constellations and counting the time it takes the sun to set. \nTickets for planetarium programs are $7 for Adults\, $6 for UMaine Students/Veterans/Senior Citizens\, and $5 for children under 12. Click here to view our calendar. \nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at 207.581.1341\, or at our ticket box office prior to the show.
URL:https://astro.umaine.edu/event/one-world-one-sky-big-birds-adventure-6/2021-08-01/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Program
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SUMMARY:Coldplay: Sky Full of Stars
DESCRIPTION:Using the cutting-edge capabilities of the planetarium\, Coldplay: A Sky Full of Stars fuses the sounds of energetic rock with stunning and inventive visuals.  This musical experience engages audiences in a sensory journey full of innovation\, artistry\, and imagination set to the pulsating soundtrack of an internationally renowned band.  Featuring songs such as Speed of Sound\, Clocks\, Paradise\, Viva la Vida\, and many other hits this show will thrill Coldplay fans. \nTickets are $9 for general admission. \nMusic programs may contain explicit lyrics\, and are intended for adult audiences. All music programs may contain bright flashing lights and fast-moving images\, which have been known to trigger seizures with those with photosensitive epilepsy. Viewer discretion is advised. \nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at 207.581.1341\, or at our ticket box office prior to the show.
URL:https://astro.umaine.edu/event/coldplay-sky-full-of-stars-2/2021-08-01/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music Show,Public Program
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SUMMARY:Cosmic Colors
DESCRIPTION:From northern lights to garden flowers\, color fills our lives and “Cosmic Colors” explains how we use the rainbow to see\, understand and explore our universe. Visitors learn more about the electromagnetic spectrum\, the Northern Lights and get a tour of the night sky! \nTickets for planetarium programs are $7 for Adults\, $6 for UMaine Students/Veterans/Senior Citizens\, and $5 for children under 12. Click here to view our calendar. \nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at 207.581.1341\, or at our ticket box office prior to the show.
URL:https://astro.umaine.edu/event/cosmic-colors-22/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Program,Summer Afternoon Show
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SUMMARY:Faster Than Light
DESCRIPTION:The impulse to strike out into the unknown\, to see what’s over the horizon… is as old as humanity. Today\, a whole new horizon beckons.  Astronomers are racing to find habitable worlds\, including any that might exist in the neighborhood of our Sun. But if we find one\, how will we ever get there? How long will it take? What rocket designs might one day conquer the voids of space? Take a virtual ride aboard spacecraft of the future based on whole new technologies designed to achieve ultra‐high speeds\, which might provide ways to travel to new worlds. \nWatch the trailer here! \nTickets for planetarium programs are $7 for Adults\, $6 for UMaine Students/Veterans/Senior Citizens\, and $5 for children under 12. Click here to view our calendar. \nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at 207.581.1341\, or at our ticket box office prior to the show.
URL:https://astro.umaine.edu/event/faster-than-light-4/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Program,Summer Afternoon Show
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SUMMARY:Áróra: Tales of the Northern Lights
DESCRIPTION:An immersive fulldome experience about the exquisite beauty of Auroras. Take a journey across time and space to understand the science behind the phenomena and to experience the stories of our ancestors. Guided by the lullaby of the Dawn Goddess\, this cinematic adventure invites the audience to join the dance of these eerie lights over remote Icelandic landscapes\, learn why they appear\, and explore numerous legends of these incredible phenomena. \nTickets for planetarium programs are $7 for Adults\, $6 for UMaine Students/Veterans/Senior Citizens\, and $5 for children under 12. Click here to view our calendar. \nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at 207.581.1341\, or at our ticket box office prior to the show.
URL:https://astro.umaine.edu/event/arora-tales-of-the-northern-lights-5/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Program,Summer Afternoon Show
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SUMMARY:We Are Astronomers
DESCRIPTION:Do you know what an astronomer does? We Are Astronomers reveals the global collaboration\, technology and dedication required to answer the unresolved questions of the Universe. See how technologies such as the Large Hadron Collider\, the observatories of Chile and the Hubble Space Telescope work and how they are used by teams around the world in this entertaining planetarium show. This show is narrated by former Dr Who star David Tennant and accompanied with music by New Zealand composer Rhian Sheehan. We Are Astronomers provides a visually stunning tour of contemporary astronomy using beautiful 360° full dome imagery. \nTrailer \n\nTickets for planetarium programs are $7 for Adults\, $6 for UMaine Students/Veterans/Senior Citizens\, and $5 for children under 12. Click here to view our calendar. \nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at (207) 581-1341\, or at our ticket box office prior to the show.
URL:https://astro.umaine.edu/event/we-are-astronomers-6/2021-08-06/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Program
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SUMMARY:One World\, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure
DESCRIPTION:Explore the night sky with your favorite friends from Sesame Street in One World\, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure. Follow along with Big Bird\, Elmo and their friend from China\, Hu Hu Zhu\, as they take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon\, where they discover how different it is from Earth. They explore the day and night sky\, learn about the Big Dipper\, the North Star\, the Sun and the Moon.  Along the way\, they learn how the sky we see is shared by many people around the world. Children attending the show can interact as they watch\, drawing constellations and counting the time it takes the sun to set. \nTickets for planetarium programs are $7 for Adults\, $6 for UMaine Students/Veterans/Senior Citizens\, and $5 for children under 12. Click here to view our calendar. \nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at 207.581.1341\, or at our ticket box office prior to the show.
URL:https://astro.umaine.edu/event/one-world-one-sky-big-birds-adventure-6/2021-08-08/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Program
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SUMMARY:Coldplay: Sky Full of Stars
DESCRIPTION:Using the cutting-edge capabilities of the planetarium\, Coldplay: A Sky Full of Stars fuses the sounds of energetic rock with stunning and inventive visuals.  This musical experience engages audiences in a sensory journey full of innovation\, artistry\, and imagination set to the pulsating soundtrack of an internationally renowned band.  Featuring songs such as Speed of Sound\, Clocks\, Paradise\, Viva la Vida\, and many other hits this show will thrill Coldplay fans. \nTickets are $9 for general admission. \nMusic programs may contain explicit lyrics\, and are intended for adult audiences. All music programs may contain bright flashing lights and fast-moving images\, which have been known to trigger seizures with those with photosensitive epilepsy. Viewer discretion is advised. \nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at 207.581.1341\, or at our ticket box office prior to the show.
URL:https://astro.umaine.edu/event/coldplay-sky-full-of-stars-2/2021-08-08/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music Show,Public Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210809T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210809T150000
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SUMMARY:One World\, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure
DESCRIPTION:Explore the night sky with your favorite friends from Sesame Street in One World\, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure. Follow along with Big Bird\, Elmo and their friend from China\, Hu Hu Zhu\, as they take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon\, where they discover how different it is from Earth. They explore the day and night sky\, learn about the Big Dipper\, the North Star\, the Sun and the Moon.  Along the way\, they learn how the sky we see is shared by many people around the world. Children attending the show can interact as they watch\, drawing constellations and counting the time it takes the sun to set. \nTickets for planetarium programs are $7 for Adults\, $6 for UMaine Students/Veterans/Senior Citizens\, and $5 for children under 12. Click here to view our calendar. \nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at 207.581.1341\, or at our ticket box office prior to the show.
URL:https://astro.umaine.edu/event/one-world-one-sky-big-birds-adventure-7/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Program,Summer Afternoon Show
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210811T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210811T150000
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SUMMARY:Lucia: The Secret of Shooting Stars
DESCRIPTION:Vladimir\, a polar bear\, and James\, a penguin\, travel into space aboard the Polaris to study polar auroras.  Hit by a meteorite\, they crash at the foot of a pre-Columbian pyramid and meet Lucia\, a hummingbird who is passionate about rocks. She tells them about a legend evoking “stones of light”.  Meteorites\, shooting stars\, these “stones of light” intrigue them all.  Searching for answers\, they board for the Moon\, then the asteroid belt\, and finally land on a comet nucleus.  Observations and analyses will allow them to find answers to their questions about these objects and learn about the origin of the solar system. \nWatch the trailer here! \nTickets for planetarium programs are $7 for Adults\, $6 for UMaine Students/Veterans/Senior Citizens\, and $5 for children under 12. Click here to view our calendar. \nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at 207.581.1341\, or at our ticket box office prior to the show.
URL:https://astro.umaine.edu/event/lucia-the-secret-of-shooting-stars-7/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Program,Summer Afternoon Show
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210813T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210813T150000
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SUMMARY:From Dream to Discovery
DESCRIPTION:Join NASA’s engineers as they design\, test\, and launch today’s hottest missions into space. Witness the enormity of the new James Webb Space Telescope\, the intensity of Goddard Space Flight Center’s testing facilities\, and the excitement of the New Horizons mission to Pluto. From blueprint to blastoff\, experience how robotic space flight is pushing the frontiers of human exploration to the very edges of the universe! \nWatch the trailer here! \nTickets for planetarium programs are $7 for Adults\, $6 for UMaine Students/Veterans/Senior Citizens\, and $5 for children under 12. Click here to view our calendar. \nTickets must be purchased in advance online\, by phone at (207) 581-1341\, or at our ticket box office prior to the show.
URL:https://astro.umaine.edu/event/from-dream-to-discovery-5/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Program,Summer Afternoon Show
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210813T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210813T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T141649
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SUMMARY:We Are Astronomers
DESCRIPTION:Do you know what an astronomer does? We Are Astronomers reveals the global collaboration\, technology and dedication required to answer the unresolved questions of the Universe. See how technologies such as the Large Hadron Collider\, the observatories of Chile and the Hubble Space Telescope work and how they are used by teams around the world in this entertaining planetarium show. This show is narrated by former Dr Who star David Tennant and accompanied with music by New Zealand composer Rhian Sheehan. We Are Astronomers provides a visually stunning tour of contemporary astronomy using beautiful 360° full dome imagery. \nTrailer \n\nTickets for planetarium programs are $7 for Adults\, $6 for UMaine Students/Veterans/Senior Citizens\, and $5 for children under 12. Click here to view our calendar. \nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at (207) 581-1341\, or at our ticket box office prior to the show.
URL:https://astro.umaine.edu/event/we-are-astronomers-6/2021-08-13/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210814T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210814T110000
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SUMMARY:Magic Tree House: Space Mission
DESCRIPTION:Travel with the brother-sister duo\, Jack and Annie\, in their Magic Treehouse as they discover a note that asks them to answer a series of six questions about space. With the help of an astronomer\, the Internet\, an astronaut\, books and the writer of the mysterious note\, Jack and Annie are taken on a wondrous journey of adventure and learning. \nThis exciting voyage will carry visitors to the planets and far out into the Universe where Jack and Annie nearly get… Well\, we don’t want to give it away. The adventure is just beginning!\nBased on the popular book series by Mary Pope Osborne. \nTrailer \n\nTickets for planetarium programs are $7 for Adults\, $6 for UMaine Students/Veterans/Senior Citizens\, and $5 for children under 12. Click here to view our calendar. \nTickets may be purchased in advance online\, by phone at (207) 581-1341\, or at the ticket box office prior to the show. \n 
URL:https://astro.umaine.edu/event/magic-tree-house-space-mission-11/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210814T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210814T123000
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SUMMARY:Áróra: Tales of the Northern Lights
DESCRIPTION:An immersive fulldome experience about the exquisite beauty of Auroras. Take a journey across time and space to understand the science behind the phenomena and to experience the stories of our ancestors. Guided by the lullaby of the Dawn Goddess\, this cinematic adventure invites the audience to join the dance of these eerie lights over remote Icelandic landscapes\, learn why they appear\, and explore numerous legends of these incredible phenomena. \nTickets for planetarium programs are $7 for Adults\, $6 for UMaine Students/Veterans/Senior Citizens\, and $5 for children under 12. Click here to view our calendar. \nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at 207.581.1341\, or at our ticket box office prior to the show.
URL:https://astro.umaine.edu/event/arora-tales-of-the-northern-lights-6/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210814T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210814T140000
DTSTAMP:20260408T141649
CREATED:20210731T011250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210731T011358Z
UID:10002380-1628946000-1628949600@astro.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Earth\, Moon\, and Sun
DESCRIPTION:Earth\, Moon\, & Sun is a fast-paced full dome demonstration of lunar phases\, eclipses\, day and night\, the sun and other puzzling events with the help of a confused coyote. This program beautifully illustrates basic concepts like moon phases and seasons. Based on the trickster of Native American lore\, Coyote is constantly corrected in his misunderstandings of how things work. A live tour of the Maine sky and its beautiful constellations completes this micro-unit of astronomy. \nTrailer \n\nTickets for planetarium programs are $7 for Adults\, $6 for UMaine Students/Veterans/Senior Citizens\, and $5 for children under 12. Click here to view our calendar. \nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at (207) 581-1341\, or at our ticket box office prior to the show.
URL:https://astro.umaine.edu/event/earth-moon-and-sun-14/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Versant Power Astronomy Center":MAILTO:planetarium@maine.edu
GEO:44.8929612;-68.6626623
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210814T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210814T153000
DTSTAMP:20260408T141649
CREATED:20210731T011826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210731T011826Z
UID:10002383-1628951400-1628955000@astro.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Habitat Earth
DESCRIPTION:Living networks connect and support life forms large and small—from colonies of tiny microbes and populations of massive whales to ever-expanding human societies. Discover what it means to live in today’s connected world in Habitat Earth. Through stunning visualizations of the natural world\, dive below the ocean’s surface to explore the dynamic relationships found in kelp forest ecosystems\, travel beneath the forest floor to see how Earth’s tallest trees rely on tiny fungi to survive\, and journey to new heights to witness the intricate intersection between human and ecological networks.  See how all species on our planet are interconnected and important to sustaining our living world. \nWatch the trailer here! \n\nTickets for planetarium programs are $6 for Adults\, $5 for UMaine Students/Veterans/Senior Citizens\, and $4 for children under 12. Click here to view our calendar. \nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at 207.581.1341\, or at our ticket box office prior to the show.
URL:https://astro.umaine.edu/event/habitat-earth-4/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Versant Power Astronomy Center":MAILTO:planetarium@maine.edu
GEO:44.8929612;-68.6626623
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210814T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210814T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T141649
CREATED:20210731T012033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210731T014104Z
UID:10002385-1628956800-1628960400@astro.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:EXO: Are We Alone?
DESCRIPTION:Humankind has always sought to understand the mysteries of the Universe and speculated about the possibility of extraterrestrial life. Today we know of thousands of exoplanets — planets located outside our Solar System — that offer valuable information about our own planet\, its origins and life on Earth. We’re on the cusp of making some fascinating discoveries. But how will they change our lives? \nWatch the trailer here! \n\nTickets for planetarium programs are $7 for Adults\, $6 for UMaine Students/Veterans/Senior Citizens\, and $5 for children under 12. Click here to view our calendar. \nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at 207.581.1341\, or at our ticket box office prior to the show.
URL:https://astro.umaine.edu/event/exo-are-we-alone-2/2021-08-14/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Versant Power Astronomy Center":MAILTO:planetarium@maine.edu
GEO:44.8929612;-68.6626623
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210814T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210814T183000
DTSTAMP:20260408T141649
CREATED:20210731T012327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210731T012327Z
UID:10002388-1628962200-1628965800@astro.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Pink Floyd: Dark Side of the Moon
DESCRIPTION:Pink Floyd: Dark Side of the Moon immerses theatergoers on a journey of our universe centralized on sensational visuals and artistic interpretation. Experience music from this internationally acclaimed rock band at the Versant Power Astronomy Center! \nTickets are $9 for general admission. \nMusic programs may contain explicit lyrics\, and are intended for adult audiences. All music programs may contain bright flashing lights and fast-moving images\, which have been known to trigger seizures with those with photosensitive epilepsy. Viewer discretion is advised. \nTickets must be purchased in advance online\, by phone at 207.581.1341\, or at our ticket office box prior to the show. \n 
URL:https://astro.umaine.edu/event/pink-floyd-dark-side-of-the-moon-4/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music Show,Public Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Versant Power Astronomy Center":MAILTO:planetarium@maine.edu
GEO:44.8929612;-68.6626623
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd Orono ME 04469 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=167 Rangeley Rd:geo:-68.6626623,44.8929612
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210815T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210815T133000
DTSTAMP:20260408T141649
CREATED:20210731T012713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210731T012713Z
UID:10002390-1629030600-1629034200@astro.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Faster Than Light
DESCRIPTION:The impulse to strike out into the unknown\, to see what’s over the horizon… is as old as humanity. Today\, a whole new horizon beckons.  Astronomers are racing to find habitable worlds\, including any that might exist in the neighborhood of our Sun. But if we find one\, how will we ever get there? How long will it take? What rocket designs might one day conquer the voids of space? Take a virtual ride aboard spacecraft of the future based on whole new technologies designed to achieve ultra‐high speeds\, which might provide ways to travel to new worlds. \nWatch the trailer here! \n\nTickets for planetarium programs are $7 for Adults\, $6 for UMaine Students/Veterans/Senior Citizens\, and $5 for children under 12. Click here to view our calendar. \nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at 207.581.1341\, or at our ticket box office prior to the show.
URL:https://astro.umaine.edu/event/faster-than-light-5/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Versant Power Astronomy Center":MAILTO:planetarium@maine.edu
GEO:44.8929612;-68.6626623
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd Orono ME 04469 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=167 Rangeley Rd:geo:-68.6626623,44.8929612
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210815T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210815T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T141649
CREATED:20210627T231854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210731T041420Z
UID:10002784-1629036000-1629039600@astro.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:One World\, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure
DESCRIPTION:Explore the night sky with your favorite friends from Sesame Street in One World\, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure. Follow along with Big Bird\, Elmo and their friend from China\, Hu Hu Zhu\, as they take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon\, where they discover how different it is from Earth. They explore the day and night sky\, learn about the Big Dipper\, the North Star\, the Sun and the Moon.  Along the way\, they learn how the sky we see is shared by many people around the world. Children attending the show can interact as they watch\, drawing constellations and counting the time it takes the sun to set. \nTickets for planetarium programs are $7 for Adults\, $6 for UMaine Students/Veterans/Senior Citizens\, and $5 for children under 12. Click here to view our calendar. \nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at 207.581.1341\, or at our ticket box office prior to the show.
URL:https://astro.umaine.edu/event/one-world-one-sky-big-birds-adventure-6/2021-08-15/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Versant Power Astronomy Center":MAILTO:planetarium@maine.edu
GEO:44.8929612;-68.6626623
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd Orono ME 04469 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=167 Rangeley Rd:geo:-68.6626623,44.8929612
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210815T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210815T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T141649
CREATED:20210627T232401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210731T042028Z
UID:10002789-1629043200-1629046800@astro.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Coldplay: Sky Full of Stars
DESCRIPTION:Using the cutting-edge capabilities of the planetarium\, Coldplay: A Sky Full of Stars fuses the sounds of energetic rock with stunning and inventive visuals.  This musical experience engages audiences in a sensory journey full of innovation\, artistry\, and imagination set to the pulsating soundtrack of an internationally renowned band.  Featuring songs such as Speed of Sound\, Clocks\, Paradise\, Viva la Vida\, and many other hits this show will thrill Coldplay fans. \nTickets are $9 for general admission. \nMusic programs may contain explicit lyrics\, and are intended for adult audiences. All music programs may contain bright flashing lights and fast-moving images\, which have been known to trigger seizures with those with photosensitive epilepsy. Viewer discretion is advised. \nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at 207.581.1341\, or at our ticket box office prior to the show.
URL:https://astro.umaine.edu/event/coldplay-sky-full-of-stars-2/2021-08-15/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music Show,Public Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Versant Power Astronomy Center":MAILTO:planetarium@maine.edu
GEO:44.8929612;-68.6626623
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd Orono ME 04469 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=167 Rangeley Rd:geo:-68.6626623,44.8929612
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210816T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210816T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T141649
CREATED:20210710T184740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210731T042233Z
UID:10002767-1629122400-1629126000@astro.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Asteroid: Mission Extreme
DESCRIPTION:Asteroid: Mission Extreme takes audiences on an epic journey to discover how asteroids are both a danger and an opportunity. The danger lies in the possibility of a cataclysmic collision with Earth; the opportunity is the fascinating idea that asteroids could be stepping stones to other worlds – veritable way stations in space – enabling us to cross the Solar System. \nThe challenges are enormous\, but a mission so extreme could ultimately lead us to protect our planet and inhabit others. \nExplore what it would take for astronauts to reach an asteroid and how such an adventure could benefit humankind. \nTrailer \nTickets for planetarium programs are $7 for Adults\, $6 for UMaine Students/Veterans/Senior Citizens\, and $5 for children under 12. Click here to view our calendar. \nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at 207.581.1341\, or at our ticket box office prior to the show.
URL:https://astro.umaine.edu/event/asteroid-mission-extreme-5/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Program,Summer Afternoon Show
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ORGANIZER;CN="Versant Power Astronomy Center":MAILTO:planetarium@maine.edu
GEO:44.8929612;-68.6626623
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd Orono ME 04469 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=167 Rangeley Rd:geo:-68.6626623,44.8929612
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210818T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210818T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T141649
CREATED:20210710T185215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210731T042257Z
UID:10002768-1629295200-1629298800@astro.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:The First Stargazers
DESCRIPTION:Journey back in time to explore how the first stargazers experienced the sky above. Your guide is Nashira\, a friendly time traveler who has visited Earth many times before.  Witness the very first stargazer making a Moon calendar out of animal bone 30\,000 years ago. Discover the ancient pyramids of Giza and their alignment to the skies.  See stunning digital re-creations of the Parthenon\, Alexandria Library\, Stonehenge and Abu Simbel Temple and be inspired by the first stargazers who laid down the foundations of modern-day astronomy. \nTickets for planetarium programs are $7 for Adults\, $6 for UMaine Students/Veterans/Senior Citizens\, and $5 for children under 12. Click here to view our calendar. \nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at 207.581.1341\, or at our ticket box office prior to the show.
URL:https://astro.umaine.edu/event/the-first-stargazers-4/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Program,Summer Afternoon Show
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ORGANIZER;CN="Versant Power Astronomy Center":MAILTO:planetarium@maine.edu
GEO:44.8929612;-68.6626623
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd Orono ME 04469 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=167 Rangeley Rd:geo:-68.6626623,44.8929612
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210820T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210820T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T141649
CREATED:20210731T003412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210731T003441Z
UID:10002374-1629468000-1629471600@astro.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Polaris: Mystery of the Polar Night
DESCRIPTION:A traveling penguin from the South Pole and a funny polar bear from the North pole meet on arctic sea ice.  They become friends observing the night sky together and wondering why night is so long at the poles of the Earth. This mystery leads them on a scientific adventure by building an improvised spaceship to travel around the Earth to learn about seasons\, visit Mars and Saturn to learn about ice in the solar system and how planets have similarities and differences which make them unique. \nTickets for planetarium programs are $7 for Adults\, $6 for UMaine Students/Veterans/Senior Citizens\, and $5 for children under 12. Click here to view our calendar. \nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at (207) 581-1341\, or at our ticket box office prior to the show.
URL:https://astro.umaine.edu/event/polaris-mystery-of-the-polar-night-8/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Program,Summer Afternoon Show
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ORGANIZER;CN="Versant Power Astronomy Center":MAILTO:planetarium@maine.edu
GEO:44.8929612;-68.6626623
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd Orono ME 04469 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=167 Rangeley Rd:geo:-68.6626623,44.8929612
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210820T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210820T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T141649
CREATED:20210530T193646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210731T041652Z
UID:10002723-1629486000-1629489600@astro.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:We Are Astronomers
DESCRIPTION:Do you know what an astronomer does? We Are Astronomers reveals the global collaboration\, technology and dedication required to answer the unresolved questions of the Universe. See how technologies such as the Large Hadron Collider\, the observatories of Chile and the Hubble Space Telescope work and how they are used by teams around the world in this entertaining planetarium show. This show is narrated by former Dr Who star David Tennant and accompanied with music by New Zealand composer Rhian Sheehan. We Are Astronomers provides a visually stunning tour of contemporary astronomy using beautiful 360° full dome imagery. \nTrailer \n\nTickets for planetarium programs are $7 for Adults\, $6 for UMaine Students/Veterans/Senior Citizens\, and $5 for children under 12. Click here to view our calendar. \nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at (207) 581-1341\, or at our ticket box office prior to the show.
URL:https://astro.umaine.edu/event/we-are-astronomers-6/2021-08-20/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Versant Power Astronomy Center":MAILTO:planetarium@maine.edu
GEO:44.8929612;-68.6626623
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd Orono ME 04469 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=167 Rangeley Rd:geo:-68.6626623,44.8929612
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210822T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210822T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T141649
CREATED:20210627T231854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210731T041420Z
UID:10002785-1629640800-1629644400@astro.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:One World\, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure
DESCRIPTION:Explore the night sky with your favorite friends from Sesame Street in One World\, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure. Follow along with Big Bird\, Elmo and their friend from China\, Hu Hu Zhu\, as they take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon\, where they discover how different it is from Earth. They explore the day and night sky\, learn about the Big Dipper\, the North Star\, the Sun and the Moon.  Along the way\, they learn how the sky we see is shared by many people around the world. Children attending the show can interact as they watch\, drawing constellations and counting the time it takes the sun to set. \nTickets for planetarium programs are $7 for Adults\, $6 for UMaine Students/Veterans/Senior Citizens\, and $5 for children under 12. Click here to view our calendar. \nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at 207.581.1341\, or at our ticket box office prior to the show.
URL:https://astro.umaine.edu/event/one-world-one-sky-big-birds-adventure-6/2021-08-22/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Versant Power Astronomy Center":MAILTO:planetarium@maine.edu
GEO:44.8929612;-68.6626623
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd Orono ME 04469 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=167 Rangeley Rd:geo:-68.6626623,44.8929612
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210822T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210822T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T141649
CREATED:20210627T232401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210731T042028Z
UID:10002790-1629648000-1629651600@astro.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Coldplay: Sky Full of Stars
DESCRIPTION:Using the cutting-edge capabilities of the planetarium\, Coldplay: A Sky Full of Stars fuses the sounds of energetic rock with stunning and inventive visuals.  This musical experience engages audiences in a sensory journey full of innovation\, artistry\, and imagination set to the pulsating soundtrack of an internationally renowned band.  Featuring songs such as Speed of Sound\, Clocks\, Paradise\, Viva la Vida\, and many other hits this show will thrill Coldplay fans. \nTickets are $9 for general admission. \nMusic programs may contain explicit lyrics\, and are intended for adult audiences. All music programs may contain bright flashing lights and fast-moving images\, which have been known to trigger seizures with those with photosensitive epilepsy. Viewer discretion is advised. \nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at 207.581.1341\, or at our ticket box office prior to the show.
URL:https://astro.umaine.edu/event/coldplay-sky-full-of-stars-2/2021-08-22/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music Show,Public Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Versant Power Astronomy Center":MAILTO:planetarium@maine.edu
GEO:44.8929612;-68.6626623
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd Orono ME 04469 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=167 Rangeley Rd:geo:-68.6626623,44.8929612
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210823T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210823T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T141649
CREATED:20210710T185536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210731T042411Z
UID:10002769-1629727200-1629730800@astro.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Cosmic Recipe
DESCRIPTION:The famous astronomer Carl Sagan once said: “If you wish to make an apple pie from scratch\, you must first invent the universe.”  Though that may sound crazy\, Sagan was onto something BIG! Want to know what? Pull up a chair at our Planetarium’s Periodic Table and learn the cosmic recipes that created everything in our world – even us!   Discover how the Big Bang cooked up everyday elements such as the calcium in our teeth\, the silicon in our smart phones\, and even the carbon in our apple pies in The Cosmic Recipe. \n\nTickets for planetarium programs are $7 for Adults\, $6 for UMaine Students/Veterans/Senior Citizens\, and $5 for children under 12. Click here to view our calendar. \nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at 207.581.1341\, or at our ticket box office prior to the show.
URL:https://astro.umaine.edu/event/cosmic-recipe-8/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Program,Summer Afternoon Show
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SUMMARY:Secret of the Cardboard Rocket
DESCRIPTION:Join two children on a magical journey through the Solar System\, aided by a talking astronomy book\, a cardboard rocket\, and a vivid imagination. During this imaginative show\, audiences will land on Venus\, fly through the rings of Saturn\, and discover the secrets of the Solar System. \nTrailer \n\nTickets for planetarium programs are $7 for Adults\, $6 for UMaine Students/Veterans/Senior Citizens\, and $5 for children under 12. Click here to view our calendar. \nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at (207) 581-1341\, or at our ticket box office prior to the show.
URL:https://astro.umaine.edu/event/secret-of-the-cardboard-rocket-13/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Program,Summer Afternoon Show
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SUMMARY:Magic Tree House: Space Mission
DESCRIPTION:Travel with the brother-sister duo\, Jack and Annie\, in their Magic Treehouse as they discover a note that asks them to answer a series of six questions about space. With the help of an astronomer\, the Internet\, an astronaut\, books and the writer of the mysterious note\, Jack and Annie are taken on a wondrous journey of adventure and learning. \nThis exciting voyage will carry visitors to the planets and far out into the Universe where Jack and Annie nearly get… Well\, we don’t want to give it away. The adventure is just beginning!\nBased on the popular book series by Mary Pope Osborne. \nTrailer \n\nTickets for planetarium programs are $7 for Adults\, $6 for UMaine Students/Veterans/Senior Citizens\, and $5 for children under 12. Click here to view our calendar. \nTickets may be purchased in advance online\, by phone at (207) 581-1341\, or at the ticket box office prior to the show. \n 
URL:https://astro.umaine.edu/event/magic-tree-house-space-mission-10/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Program,Summer Afternoon Show
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