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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. \n  \n\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/one-world-one-sky-big-birds-adventure-17/2025-06-22/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Program
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SUMMARY:Rihanna: Diamonds in the Sky
DESCRIPTION:Let’s journey Towards the Sun and get Lost in Paradise with the Only Girl in the World you’ll ever love. You’ll want to Stay and watch the Diamonds in the sky with her. Experience the nine-time Grammy award-winner\, Rihanna\, at the Versant Power Astronomy Center in a whole new way mixed with space and trippy lights. \nTickets are $9 for general admission. \nAll music programs may contain explicit content as well as 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/rihanna-diamonds-in-the-sky-3/2025-06-22/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music Show,Public Program
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SUMMARY:Vera Rubin Observatory - First Look Watch Party!
DESCRIPTION:Be part of astronomy history at the Versant Power Astronomy Center as we livestream the first-ever images from the Vera C. Rubin Observatory! Join us for a global celebration as planetariums around the world mark this milestone in astronomical discovery. \nLearn how the Rubin Observatory’s Legacy Survey of Space and Time (LSST) will revolutionize our view of the universe with the most ambitious sky survey ever attempted. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to witness the future of space science in real time. \nThis is a FREE event and will start at 10:30 am and finish by noon.
URL:https://astro.umaine.edu/event/vera-rubin-observatory-first-look-watch-party/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
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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. \nWatch the trailer here! \n  \n\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-28/
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. \n  \n\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/arora-tales-of-the-northern-lights-14/
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:20250627T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250627T150000
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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! \n  \n\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/lucia-the-secret-of-shooting-stars-18/
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250627T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250627T200000
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CREATED:20250428T165036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T165036Z
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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  \n\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/habitat-earth-8/2025-06-27/
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:20250629T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250629T170000
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SUMMARY:Rihanna: Diamonds in the Sky
DESCRIPTION:Let’s journey Towards the Sun and get Lost in Paradise with the Only Girl in the World you’ll ever love. You’ll want to Stay and watch the Diamonds in the sky with her. Experience the nine-time Grammy award-winner\, Rihanna\, at the Versant Power Astronomy Center in a whole new way mixed with space and trippy lights. \nTickets are $9 for general admission. \nAll music programs may contain explicit content as well as 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/rihanna-diamonds-in-the-sky-3/2025-06-29/
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:20250630T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250630T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180704
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T151030Z
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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. \nWatch the trailer here! \n  \n\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/magic-tree-house-space-mission-27/
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:20250702T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250702T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180704
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T151352Z
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SUMMARY:The Secrets of Gravity
DESCRIPTION:Luke is interested in the universe and its secrets. He is fascinated by the stars\, the universe\, and the laws of nature. One night\, he sneaks into the Albert Einstein Museum where he meets ALBYX3\, a small\, clever but rather quirky robot who knows all about Albert Einstein and his theories. ALBY takes Luke on a magical journey through space and time during which they uncover the secrets of gravity and learn about friendship and imagination. \nWatch the trailer here! \n  \n\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/the-secrets-of-gravity-11/
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:20250704T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250704T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180704
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T151602Z
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SUMMARY:Rising Star: A South African Astronomy Journey
DESCRIPTION:Take an astronomical journey from our beginnings through the development of astronomy research in South Africa\, and discover what the future of astronomy holds for the country. Dive into multi-wavelength and multi-messenger astronomy with the many remarkable facilities such as Southern African Large Telescope (SALT) and the most powerful radio telescope in the Southern Hemisphere\, MeerKAT.  See how astronomy can be a powerful force in the life of a nation\, and inspire the next generation of explorers. \nWatch the trailer here! \n  \n\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/rising-star-a-south-african-astronomy-journey-4/
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:20250704T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250704T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180704
CREATED:20250506T162325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T162325Z
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SUMMARY:Forward to the Moon
DESCRIPTION:Forward to the Moon engages audiences in NASA efforts to send both humans and robots to the Moon and Mars. 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 on the surface of the Moon. Jessica Meir from Caribou\, Maine has been selected as one of the Artemis Mission astronauts and might be the first Mainer on the Moon – learn about it here at the planetarium! \nNarrated by Kari Byron from Crash Test World and Mythbusters. \nWatch the trailer here! \n  \n\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/forward-to-the-moon-7/2025-07-04/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250706T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250706T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180704
CREATED:20250506T161408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T180057Z
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SUMMARY:Tycho to the Moon
DESCRIPTION:Meet Tycho\, a dog who doesn’t just howl at the Moon\, but wants to go there. Blast off on an amazing ride into space with Tycho and his human friends\, Ruby and Michael. Learn about day and night\, space travel\, the phases of the Moon and features of the lunar surface. Get a close-up look at the Sun\, watch the effects of gravity\, see the Earth from space and watch meteors shoot across the night sky. \nFor ages 3-8. \n  \n\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/tycho-to-the-moon-7/2025-07-06/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250706T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250706T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180704
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T155107Z
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SUMMARY:Dark Side of the Moon: 50 Years in a Heartbeat
DESCRIPTION:Pink Floyd’s iconic album The Dark Side Of The Moon\, originally released in March 1973\, turns 50\, and what more fitting a place to celebrate it and experience it than in a Planetarium\, through the music set to visuals? With the help of modern technology\, the idea of a show combining breath-taking views of the solar system and beyond\, played out to 42 minutes of The Dark Side Of The Moon in surround sound\, has been embraced by the band. NSC Creative have led the visual production efforts\, working closely with Pink Floyd’s long time creative collaborator Aubrey Powell from Hipgnosis. \nEach song has a different theme; some futuristically looking forward and some a retro acknowledgment to Pink Floyd’s visual history\, all relating to a time and space experience\, embracing up to the minute technology that only a Planetarium can offer. A truly immersive and all-encompassing surround sound and visual treat that will transcend reality and take you way beyond the realms of 2D experience. \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/dark-side-of-the-moon-50-years-in-a-heartbeat-8/2025-07-06/
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:20250707T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250707T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180704
CREATED:20240422T194557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T153952Z
UID:10003451-1751896800-1751900400@astro.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:To Space and Back
DESCRIPTION:Space exploration\, our greatest adventure\, is having a big impact on our lives. It is helping us to discover a universe of unimaginable scale and beauty\, and it is reaching down into our world and influencing the way we live. \nTo Space & Back takes audiences on an incredible journey from the far reaches of our known universe to our own planet. It is an extraordinary story of human ingenuity and incredible engineering\, describing how the technology that transports us through space is paving the way for the devices and apps we use every day. What is happening above is coming back down to Earth! \nWatch the trailer here! \n  \n\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/to-space-and-back-12/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Program,Summer Afternoon Show
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GEO:44.8929612;-68.6626623
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250709T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250709T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180704
CREATED:20250605T154535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T190158Z
UID:10003683-1752069600-1752073200@astro.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:3-2-1 Liftoff!
DESCRIPTION:Elon the hamster loves science and doing experiments\, which often fail in practice. One day Elon hears a crash. In his garden\, he finds a crater with a damaged robot named 8 of 12 inside. How did it get here? Elon fixes the robot and finds out that he fell from a spaceship. Does Elon have the courage and wits you needed to go into space and back? Find out in 3-2-1 Liftoff! \n  \n\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/3-2-1-liftoff-12/
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
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250711T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250711T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180704
CREATED:20250605T154751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T190233Z
UID:10003684-1752242400-1752246000@astro.umaine.edu
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. \nWatch the trailer here! \n  \n\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-24/
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
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250711T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250711T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180704
CREATED:20250506T162325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T162325Z
UID:10003669-1752260400-1752264000@astro.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Forward to the Moon
DESCRIPTION:Forward to the Moon engages audiences in NASA efforts to send both humans and robots to the Moon and Mars. 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 on the surface of the Moon. Jessica Meir from Caribou\, Maine has been selected as one of the Artemis Mission astronauts and might be the first Mainer on the Moon – learn about it here at the planetarium! \nNarrated by Kari Byron from Crash Test World and Mythbusters. \nWatch the trailer here! \n  \n\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/forward-to-the-moon-7/2025-07-11/
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:20250713T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250713T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180704
CREATED:20250506T161408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T180057Z
UID:10003665-1752415200-1752418800@astro.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Tycho to the Moon
DESCRIPTION:Meet Tycho\, a dog who doesn’t just howl at the Moon\, but wants to go there. Blast off on an amazing ride into space with Tycho and his human friends\, Ruby and Michael. Learn about day and night\, space travel\, the phases of the Moon and features of the lunar surface. Get a close-up look at the Sun\, watch the effects of gravity\, see the Earth from space and watch meteors shoot across the night sky. \nFor ages 3-8. \n  \n\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/tycho-to-the-moon-7/2025-07-13/
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:20250713T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250713T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180704
CREATED:20250506T155107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T155107Z
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SUMMARY:Dark Side of the Moon: 50 Years in a Heartbeat
DESCRIPTION:Pink Floyd’s iconic album The Dark Side Of The Moon\, originally released in March 1973\, turns 50\, and what more fitting a place to celebrate it and experience it than in a Planetarium\, through the music set to visuals? With the help of modern technology\, the idea of a show combining breath-taking views of the solar system and beyond\, played out to 42 minutes of The Dark Side Of The Moon in surround sound\, has been embraced by the band. NSC Creative have led the visual production efforts\, working closely with Pink Floyd’s long time creative collaborator Aubrey Powell from Hipgnosis. \nEach song has a different theme; some futuristically looking forward and some a retro acknowledgment to Pink Floyd’s visual history\, all relating to a time and space experience\, embracing up to the minute technology that only a Planetarium can offer. A truly immersive and all-encompassing surround sound and visual treat that will transcend reality and take you way beyond the realms of 2D experience. \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/dark-side-of-the-moon-50-years-in-a-heartbeat-8/2025-07-13/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music Show,Public Program
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GEO:44.8929612;-68.6626623
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180704
CREATED:20250605T194048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T194248Z
UID:10003686-1752674400-1752678000@astro.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Chemistry of Life: The Invisible Inside
DESCRIPTION:Sometimes it’s the smallest things that matter the most. Join us on a journey into a seemingly invisible world – the world of molecules and nanoparticles. What does the cell structure of a leaf look like? What might the neural network in our brain be like and how do cells communicate with each other? \nModern scientific visualizations provide an insight into how biochemical processes take place in our bodies\, how they connect us with all other living things on Earth\, and what their cosmic origin is.  Embark on an extraordinary journey into our “inner universe”. For ages 13 and up. \nWatch the trailer here! \n  \n\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/chemistry-of-life-the-invisible-inside/
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250718T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250718T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180704
CREATED:20250605T194617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T194617Z
UID:10003690-1752847200-1752850800@astro.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Forward to the Moon
DESCRIPTION:Forward to the Moon engages audiences in NASA efforts to send both humans and robots to the Moon and Mars. 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 on the surface of the Moon. Jessica Meir from Caribou\, Maine has been selected as one of the Artemis Mission astronauts and might be the first Mainer on the Moon – learn about it here at the planetarium! \nNarrated by Kari Byron from Crash Test World and Mythbusters. \nWatch the trailer here! \n  \n\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/forward-to-the-moon-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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250718T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250718T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180704
CREATED:20250506T162325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T162325Z
UID:10003670-1752865200-1752868800@astro.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Forward to the Moon
DESCRIPTION:Forward to the Moon engages audiences in NASA efforts to send both humans and robots to the Moon and Mars. 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 on the surface of the Moon. Jessica Meir from Caribou\, Maine has been selected as one of the Artemis Mission astronauts and might be the first Mainer on the Moon – learn about it here at the planetarium! \nNarrated by Kari Byron from Crash Test World and Mythbusters. \nWatch the trailer here! \n  \n\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/forward-to-the-moon-7/2025-07-18/
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:20250720T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250720T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180704
CREATED:20250506T161408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T180057Z
UID:10003666-1753020000-1753023600@astro.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Tycho to the Moon
DESCRIPTION:Meet Tycho\, a dog who doesn’t just howl at the Moon\, but wants to go there. Blast off on an amazing ride into space with Tycho and his human friends\, Ruby and Michael. Learn about day and night\, space travel\, the phases of the Moon and features of the lunar surface. Get a close-up look at the Sun\, watch the effects of gravity\, see the Earth from space and watch meteors shoot across the night sky. \nFor ages 3-8. \n  \n\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/tycho-to-the-moon-7/2025-07-20/
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
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250720T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250720T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180704
CREATED:20250506T155107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T155107Z
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SUMMARY:Dark Side of the Moon: 50 Years in a Heartbeat
DESCRIPTION:Pink Floyd’s iconic album The Dark Side Of The Moon\, originally released in March 1973\, turns 50\, and what more fitting a place to celebrate it and experience it than in a Planetarium\, through the music set to visuals? With the help of modern technology\, the idea of a show combining breath-taking views of the solar system and beyond\, played out to 42 minutes of The Dark Side Of The Moon in surround sound\, has been embraced by the band. NSC Creative have led the visual production efforts\, working closely with Pink Floyd’s long time creative collaborator Aubrey Powell from Hipgnosis. \nEach song has a different theme; some futuristically looking forward and some a retro acknowledgment to Pink Floyd’s visual history\, all relating to a time and space experience\, embracing up to the minute technology that only a Planetarium can offer. A truly immersive and all-encompassing surround sound and visual treat that will transcend reality and take you way beyond the realms of 2D experience. \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/dark-side-of-the-moon-50-years-in-a-heartbeat-8/2025-07-20/
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:20250721T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250721T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180704
CREATED:20250605T194926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T194926Z
UID:10003691-1753106400-1753110000@astro.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Magic Globe: A Story of the Seasons
DESCRIPTION: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 the world’s seasons. She quickly realizes the consequences of what they are going to do\, but Edek doesn’t want to let the plan go. \nMagic Globe is an engaging story designed to interest and challenge children from 5 to 12 years old. It has a clear educational structure with all science-related topics broken down into manageable chunks and naturally woven into the storyline. It allows children to recap knowledge they already have as well as learn multiple new concepts while following the story\, which makes it perfect for mixed-ability audiences. \nWatch the trailer here! \n  \n\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/magic-globe-a-story-of-the-seasons-10/
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
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180704
CREATED:20250605T195110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T195110Z
UID:10003692-1753279200-1753282800@astro.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Astronaut
DESCRIPTION:The exploration of space is the greatest endeavor that humankind has ever undertaken. What does it take to be part of this incredible journey? What does it take to become an astronaut? \nExperience a rocket launch from inside the body of an astronaut. Explore the amazing worlds of inner and outer space\, from floating around the International Space Station to maneuvering through microscopic regions of the human body. Discover the perils that lurk in space as we subject ‘Chad’\, our test astronaut\, to everything that space has to throw at him. \nWatch the trailer here! \n  \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/astronaut-18/
LOCATION:ME
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. \nWatch the trailer here! \n  \n\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/magic-tree-house-space-mission-28/
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:20250725T190000
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SUMMARY:Forward to the Moon
DESCRIPTION:Forward to the Moon engages audiences in NASA efforts to send both humans and robots to the Moon and Mars. 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 on the surface of the Moon. Jessica Meir from Caribou\, Maine has been selected as one of the Artemis Mission astronauts and might be the first Mainer on the Moon – learn about it here at the planetarium! \nNarrated by Kari Byron from Crash Test World and Mythbusters. \nWatch the trailer here! \n  \n\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/forward-to-the-moon-7/2025-07-25/
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:20250727T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250727T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180704
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SUMMARY:Tycho to the Moon
DESCRIPTION:Meet Tycho\, a dog who doesn’t just howl at the Moon\, but wants to go there. Blast off on an amazing ride into space with Tycho and his human friends\, Ruby and Michael. Learn about day and night\, space travel\, the phases of the Moon and features of the lunar surface. Get a close-up look at the Sun\, watch the effects of gravity\, see the Earth from space and watch meteors shoot across the night sky. \nFor ages 3-8. \n  \n\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/tycho-to-the-moon-7/2025-07-27/
LOCATION:Versant Power Astronomy Center\, 167 Rangeley Rd\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Program
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