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SUMMARY:Sesame Street: One World\, One Sky
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. \nTrailer \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/sesame-street-one-world-one-sky-12/2019-10-20/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Program
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SUMMARY:Spooky Space
DESCRIPTION:Looking for cosmic fun this Halloween season? Would you like to meet the spectacular stars of Halloween? Monsters\, zombies\, and ghosts — and their far more terrible counterparts in space? Oh yes\, space has its monsters: Black holes\, zombie stars\, and spectacular ghostly nebulae!  Explore these “spooky” wonders of the night sky here at the planetarium. Learn about the celestial origins of Halloween and how it is an astronomical holiday. \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/spooky-space/2019-10-25/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Program
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SUMMARY:Dropkick Murphys Sunshine Highway
DESCRIPTION:Experience America’s favorite Celtic punk band in Dropkick Murphys Sunshine Highway.  Featuring “Rose Tattoo”\, “I’m Shipping Up to Boston”\, and many more iconic songs\, experience this beloved band using impressive visuals at the Emera Astronomy Center! \nTickets are $8 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/dropkick-murphys-sunshine-highway/2019-10-25/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music Show,Public Program
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SUMMARY:Sesame Street: One World\, One Sky
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. \nTrailer \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/sesame-street-one-world-one-sky-12/2019-10-27/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Program
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SUMMARY:Einstein's Gravity Playlist
DESCRIPTION:What are gravitational waves?  How are these ripples in space-time created?  Albert Einstein predicted there existence in 1916\, and a century later\, scientists detected these waves using incredibly precise laser technology here on Earth.  See the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory (LIGO) and Lucia\, a PhD student in physics\, on an exploration of gravitational waves and their importance in helping understand the universe. \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/einsteins-gravity-playlist/2019-11-01/
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:20191101T210000
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SUMMARY:OneRepublic: Future Looks Good
DESCRIPTION:Grammy Award band OneRepublic will rock the planetarium with stunning visuals\, and out of this world imagery.  Future Looks Good show features a compilation of songs from Dreaming Out Loud\, Native\, Waking Up and Oh My My albums\, along with sneak peaks at the upcoming Human album set for release this year. \nTickets are $8 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/onerepublic-future-looks-good/2019-11-01/
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:20191103T140000
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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 $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/polaris-mystery-of-the-polar-night-4/2019-11-03/
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:20191105T100000
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SUMMARY:Explore!
DESCRIPTION:Mars… For centuries it’s been an object of human fascination. Once mysterious\, soon this red world may become our new home. This became possible due to daring individuals like Johannes Kepler: fascinated with the world\, striving toward discovery and embracing challenges it may bring. It is our duty to continue their work… Explore\, Dream Discover.  Take an adventurous journey with humankind: from ancient Mesopotamia to modern space exploration!  Experience the fascinating history of astronomy\, geocentric and heliocentric models\, Kepler laws of planetary motion\, and discover the principals of orbital maneuvers which enable satellites and space travel. \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/explore-9/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homeschool Show,Public Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191108T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191108T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T061236
CREATED:20190821T182257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190821T182257Z
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SUMMARY:Einstein's Gravity Playlist
DESCRIPTION:What are gravitational waves?  How are these ripples in space-time created?  Albert Einstein predicted there existence in 1916\, and a century later\, scientists detected these waves using incredibly precise laser technology here on Earth.  See the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory (LIGO) and Lucia\, a PhD student in physics\, on an exploration of gravitational waves and their importance in helping understand the universe. \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/einsteins-gravity-playlist/2019-11-08/
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:20191108T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191108T220000
DTSTAMP:20260515T061236
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SUMMARY:OneRepublic: Future Looks Good
DESCRIPTION:Grammy Award band OneRepublic will rock the planetarium with stunning visuals\, and out of this world imagery.  Future Looks Good show features a compilation of songs from Dreaming Out Loud\, Native\, Waking Up and Oh My My albums\, along with sneak peaks at the upcoming Human album set for release this year. \nTickets are $8 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/onerepublic-future-looks-good/2019-11-08/
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:20191110T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191110T150000
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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 $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/polaris-mystery-of-the-polar-night-4/2019-11-10/
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:20191114T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191114T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T061236
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LAST-MODIFIED:20191011T171917Z
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SUMMARY:Science Lecture Series: Dr. Emanuele Berti
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Emanuele Berti\nA New Dawn: Gravitational-wave Observations from Earth and in Space\n\n\n\nThursday\, November 14 at 7:00 pm \n\n\n\nThe observation of gravitational waves by the LIGO/Virgo marked the dawn of a new era in astronomy. The planned space-based detector LISA will further this vision by opening a new observational window into our universe. The gravitational radiation emitted by objects encode important information about their formation mechanism. Explore how Earth- and space-based detectors will advance our understanding of the formation and evolution of numerous astronomical objects. Look at potential “smoking guns” of new physics in gravitational-wave detectors\, and the theoretical and observational challenges associated with their search. \n     \nDr. Emanuele Berti is a theoretical physicist who specializes in gravitational physics and gravitational-wave astronomy. His interests include black holes\, neutron stars\, and gravitational-waves. He has a Ph.D. from the University of Rome “La Sapienza” and held postdoctoral positions at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki\, the Institut d’Astrophysique de Paris\, and JPL/Caltech. He currently is a professor at Johns Hopkins University and a member of NASA’s U.S. LISA Study Team. \n \nThe Science Lecture Series at Emera Astronomy Center will take place the second Thursday of each month and is a partnership project with the Maine Science Festival and will feature research from a variety of science disciplines from around our state and use the digital planetarium to visualize these discoveries in a new dramatic and immersive way. \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 are available online at http://astro.umaine.edu\, by calling 581-1341\, or at the box office.
URL:https://astro.umaine.edu/event/science-lecture-series-dr-emanuele-berti/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Program,Science Lecture Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191115T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191115T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T061236
CREATED:20190821T182257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190821T182257Z
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SUMMARY:Einstein's Gravity Playlist
DESCRIPTION:What are gravitational waves?  How are these ripples in space-time created?  Albert Einstein predicted there existence in 1916\, and a century later\, scientists detected these waves using incredibly precise laser technology here on Earth.  See the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory (LIGO) and Lucia\, a PhD student in physics\, on an exploration of gravitational waves and their importance in helping understand the universe. \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/einsteins-gravity-playlist/2019-11-15/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191115T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191115T220000
DTSTAMP:20260515T061236
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SUMMARY:OneRepublic: Future Looks Good
DESCRIPTION:Grammy Award band OneRepublic will rock the planetarium with stunning visuals\, and out of this world imagery.  Future Looks Good show features a compilation of songs from Dreaming Out Loud\, Native\, Waking Up and Oh My My albums\, along with sneak peaks at the upcoming Human album set for release this year. \nTickets are $8 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/onerepublic-future-looks-good/2019-11-15/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music Show,Public Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191117T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191117T150000
DTSTAMP:20260515T061236
CREATED:20190821T182954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190821T182954Z
UID:10002595-1573999200-1574002800@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 $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/polaris-mystery-of-the-polar-night-4/2019-11-17/
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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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191122T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191122T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T061236
CREATED:20190821T182257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190821T182257Z
UID:10002600-1574449200-1574452800@astro.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Einstein's Gravity Playlist
DESCRIPTION:What are gravitational waves?  How are these ripples in space-time created?  Albert Einstein predicted there existence in 1916\, and a century later\, scientists detected these waves using incredibly precise laser technology here on Earth.  See the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory (LIGO) and Lucia\, a PhD student in physics\, on an exploration of gravitational waves and their importance in helping understand the universe. \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/einsteins-gravity-playlist/2019-11-22/
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
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191122T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191122T220000
DTSTAMP:20260515T061236
CREATED:20191031T060459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191031T060459Z
UID:10002573-1574456400-1574460000@astro.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:OneRepublic: Future Looks Good
DESCRIPTION:Grammy Award band OneRepublic will rock the planetarium with stunning visuals\, and out of this world imagery.  Future Looks Good show features a compilation of songs from Dreaming Out Loud\, Native\, Waking Up and Oh My My albums\, along with sneak peaks at the upcoming Human album set for release this year. \nTickets are $8 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/onerepublic-future-looks-good/2019-11-22/
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
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191124T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191124T150000
DTSTAMP:20260515T061236
CREATED:20190821T182954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190821T182954Z
UID:10002596-1574604000-1574607600@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 $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/polaris-mystery-of-the-polar-night-4/2019-11-24/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Program
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://astro.umaine.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/165/2017/02/polaris16x9.jpg
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:20191129T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191129T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T061236
CREATED:20190821T182257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190821T182257Z
UID:10002601-1575054000-1575057600@astro.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Einstein's Gravity Playlist
DESCRIPTION:What are gravitational waves?  How are these ripples in space-time created?  Albert Einstein predicted there existence in 1916\, and a century later\, scientists detected these waves using incredibly precise laser technology here on Earth.  See the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory (LIGO) and Lucia\, a PhD student in physics\, on an exploration of gravitational waves and their importance in helping understand the universe. \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/einsteins-gravity-playlist/2019-11-29/
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:20191129T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191129T220000
DTSTAMP:20260515T061236
CREATED:20191031T060459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191031T060459Z
UID:10002574-1575061200-1575064800@astro.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:OneRepublic: Future Looks Good
DESCRIPTION:Grammy Award band OneRepublic will rock the planetarium with stunning visuals\, and out of this world imagery.  Future Looks Good show features a compilation of songs from Dreaming Out Loud\, Native\, Waking Up and Oh My My albums\, along with sneak peaks at the upcoming Human album set for release this year. \nTickets are $8 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/onerepublic-future-looks-good/2019-11-29/
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:20191201T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191201T150000
DTSTAMP:20260515T061236
CREATED:20191031T054035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191031T054227Z
UID:10002567-1575208800-1575212400@astro.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Mystery of the Christmas Star
DESCRIPTION:Journey back 2000 years to Bethlehem as we seek to discover a scientific explanation for the Star the wise men followed to find the baby Jesus. Investigate possible dates for the birth of Christ and look at recorded sightings of significant historical and astronomical events during this timeframe. We’ll explore scientific explanations for celestial objects that could have been remarkable enough to cause the wise men to travel across the desert from Babylon to Bethlehem just to see a newborn King. Regardless of what the star was\, the message of Peace on Earth and goodwill to all still rings true today! \nTrailer \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/mystery-of-the-christmas-star-2/2019-12-01/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Program
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://astro.umaine.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/165/2016/05/ChristmasStar_16x9.jpg
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:20191201T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191201T163000
DTSTAMP:20260515T061236
CREATED:20191031T061851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191105T160313Z
UID:10002575-1575214200-1575217800@astro.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Let It Snow
DESCRIPTION:Let it Snow features a new variety of festive classics from Frank Sinatra and Chuck Berry to Burl Ives and Brenda Lee\, including a stunning multi-media finale by the Trans Siberian Orchestra.  The soundtrack is visually enhanced with thematic animation\, special  in the audiovisual setting of the planetarium and is an entertaining experience for all ages\, especially families. \nTickets are $8 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/let-it-snow/2019-12-01/
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:20191203T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191203T110000
DTSTAMP:20260515T061236
CREATED:20190821T151521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190821T151521Z
UID:10002617-1575367200-1575370800@astro.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Legends of the Night Sky: Orion
DESCRIPTION:Take a fun and lighthearted look at the myths and stories associated with the constellation Orion\, the great hunter of the winter sky. Orion comes to life in a fun-filled\, animated accompanied by narrators Aesop the owl and Socrates the mouse as we follow Orion’s adventures as he grows to manhood\, battles mythical beasts\, foils the plot of an evil king and wins the heart of Artemis\, the beautiful moon-goddess. We learn how the constellation Orion was placed in the sky\, forever turning overhead throughout the seasons. The program includes a live sky lecture showing where Orion and his companions are located in the Winter Skies. \nTrailer \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/legends-of-the-night-sky-orion/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homeschool Show,Public Program
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://astro.umaine.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/165/2016/05/Orion_16x9.jpg
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:20191206T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191206T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T061236
CREATED:20191031T053701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191108T190908Z
UID:10002564-1575658800-1575662400@astro.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Hitchhiker's Guide to the Universe
DESCRIPTION:The Hitchhiker’s Guide the Universe is and incredible visual tour of the size and scale of our cosmos! Join planetarium manager  Shawn Laatsch as he host the evening presentation and “flies” participants out into space on a unique and engaging tour through the Universe.  Audience members  will travel to our local planets and their moon systems\, zip through the rings of Saturn\, and explore the asteroids.  We will visit other star systems\, explore nebulae and go far beyond to star clusters and other areas of our Milky Way galaxy.   Traveling beyond the Milky Way\, the journey will continue into inter galactic space exploring our local group of galaxies\, the Virgo cluster of galaxies\, and to the farthest edge of the Universe.  Feel as if you are “jumping off the Earth” as you voyage through time and space! \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/hitchhikers-guide-to-the-universe/2019-12-06/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Program
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://astro.umaine.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/165/2019/11/Hitchhikers.jpg
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:20191208T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191208T150000
DTSTAMP:20260515T061236
CREATED:20191031T054035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191031T054227Z
UID:10002568-1575813600-1575817200@astro.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Mystery of the Christmas Star
DESCRIPTION:Journey back 2000 years to Bethlehem as we seek to discover a scientific explanation for the Star the wise men followed to find the baby Jesus. Investigate possible dates for the birth of Christ and look at recorded sightings of significant historical and astronomical events during this timeframe. We’ll explore scientific explanations for celestial objects that could have been remarkable enough to cause the wise men to travel across the desert from Babylon to Bethlehem just to see a newborn King. Regardless of what the star was\, the message of Peace on Earth and goodwill to all still rings true today! \nTrailer \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/mystery-of-the-christmas-star-2/2019-12-08/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Program
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://astro.umaine.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/165/2016/05/ChristmasStar_16x9.jpg
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:20191208T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191208T163000
DTSTAMP:20260515T061236
CREATED:20191031T061851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191105T160313Z
UID:10002576-1575819000-1575822600@astro.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Let It Snow
DESCRIPTION:Let it Snow features a new variety of festive classics from Frank Sinatra and Chuck Berry to Burl Ives and Brenda Lee\, including a stunning multi-media finale by the Trans Siberian Orchestra.  The soundtrack is visually enhanced with thematic animation\, special  in the audiovisual setting of the planetarium and is an entertaining experience for all ages\, especially families. \nTickets are $8 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/let-it-snow/2019-12-08/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music Show,Public Program
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://astro.umaine.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/165/2019/10/LIS_Poster-e1695655517210.jpg
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:20191213T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191213T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T061236
CREATED:20191031T053701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191108T190908Z
UID:10002565-1576263600-1576267200@astro.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Hitchhiker's Guide to the Universe
DESCRIPTION:The Hitchhiker’s Guide the Universe is and incredible visual tour of the size and scale of our cosmos! Join planetarium manager  Shawn Laatsch as he host the evening presentation and “flies” participants out into space on a unique and engaging tour through the Universe.  Audience members  will travel to our local planets and their moon systems\, zip through the rings of Saturn\, and explore the asteroids.  We will visit other star systems\, explore nebulae and go far beyond to star clusters and other areas of our Milky Way galaxy.   Traveling beyond the Milky Way\, the journey will continue into inter galactic space exploring our local group of galaxies\, the Virgo cluster of galaxies\, and to the farthest edge of the Universe.  Feel as if you are “jumping off the Earth” as you voyage through time and space! \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/hitchhikers-guide-to-the-universe/2019-12-13/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Program
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://astro.umaine.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/165/2019/11/Hitchhikers.jpg
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:20191215T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191215T150000
DTSTAMP:20260515T061236
CREATED:20191031T054035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191031T054227Z
UID:10002569-1576418400-1576422000@astro.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Mystery of the Christmas Star
DESCRIPTION:Journey back 2000 years to Bethlehem as we seek to discover a scientific explanation for the Star the wise men followed to find the baby Jesus. Investigate possible dates for the birth of Christ and look at recorded sightings of significant historical and astronomical events during this timeframe. We’ll explore scientific explanations for celestial objects that could have been remarkable enough to cause the wise men to travel across the desert from Babylon to Bethlehem just to see a newborn King. Regardless of what the star was\, the message of Peace on Earth and goodwill to all still rings true today! \nTrailer \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/mystery-of-the-christmas-star-2/2019-12-15/
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191215T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191215T163000
DTSTAMP:20260515T061236
CREATED:20191031T061851Z
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SUMMARY:Let It Snow
DESCRIPTION:Let it Snow features a new variety of festive classics from Frank Sinatra and Chuck Berry to Burl Ives and Brenda Lee\, including a stunning multi-media finale by the Trans Siberian Orchestra.  The soundtrack is visually enhanced with thematic animation\, special  in the audiovisual setting of the planetarium and is an entertaining experience for all ages\, especially families. \nTickets are $8 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/let-it-snow/2019-12-15/
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191216T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191216T103000
DTSTAMP:20260515T061236
CREATED:20191213T220626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191213T221417Z
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SUMMARY:Guided Meditation Program
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a guided meditation experience at Emera Astronomy Center’s planetarium.  View an amazing sunset as you travel from the Grand Canyon to the North Pole. Then relax under a night sky filled with stars and glimpses of the Northern Lights.    Meditation is a powerful tool for maintaining psychological health and resilience. Since the planetarium offers a dark and quiet space for relaxation\, it is the perfect place for meditation. Come de-stress from finals and the semester at the planetarium in this 30 minute experience.  Admission is free. No reservation is necessary\, and seating is available on a first-come\, first-served basis.
URL:https://astro.umaine.edu/event/guided-meditation-program/2019-12-16/1/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Versant Power Astronomy Center":MAILTO:planetarium@maine.edu
GEO:44.8929612;-68.6626623
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