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STAR SHOWS & LASER
CONCERTS:
All
shows run approximately 40 minutes.
Admission:$6 for one show, $11 for two shows on the same day
Call 908-231-8805 for
reservations!
Summer
Schedule
Fridays,
July 9 - August 27, 2010
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7:30
p.m. |
Summer Skies
The Summer Triangle
dominates the evening skies this season. Saturn is Visible as
well. Join us on Friday evenings throughout the summer to
learn what stars and constellations we can see, as well as hear
about some current events in astronomy. |
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8:30
p.m. |
Rock Laser Concert
* evening shows use the unedited,
album versions of songs which may include some language not heard in
radio versions. These shows are not recommended for younger
audience members.
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Pink Floyd’s The Wall
(July 9)
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Laser Coldplay
(July 16)
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Dark Side of the Moon
(July
23)
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ELO
(July
30)
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Led Zeppelin
(August
6)
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The Beatles
(August
13)
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U2
(August
20)
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Dark Side of the Moon
(August
27) |
Scroll down for Family
Matinee schedule.
Fall
Schedule
Saturdays,
October 9 - November 20, 2010
AstronoMyths
(Saturdays, Oct 9, 16, Nov 6, 13, 20) 3 p.m.
The Autumn Skies are full of myth and
science. Learn some of the Greek mythology associated with the
constellations, then look beyond the stories to discover the deep
sky objects hidden within: binary star systems, star clusters, and
giant galaxies.
Spooky Skies
(Saturdays, Oct 23, 30) 3 p.m. & 7 p.m.
This Halloween, come to the RVCC Planetarium to witness spine
chilling tricks and treats of Spooky Skies! Spooky Skies takes
viewers back to medieval Ireland to explore the roots of the
Halloween holiday, then into the heavens to draw parallels between
some celestial objects and famous monsters. What does a werewolf
have on an inescapable Black Hole, a noxious, deadly planet like
Venus or a crushing, dangerous supernova?
Laser Light 2010
(Saturdays, Oct 9, 16, Nov 6, 13, 20) 4 p.m.
Features songs that are popular in 2010 like “Fireflies,” “OMG,” and
“Tik Tok.”
Fright Light
(Saturdays, Oct 23 & 30) 4 p.m. * Family version
Features songs including Alive by Meatloaf and Thriller by Michael
Jackson.
Fright Light
(Saturdays, Oct 23 & 30) 8 p.m. * PG-13 version
Not for young viewers or those easily scared! Features songs
including Alive by Meatloaf, Thriller by Michael Jackson, and The
Night Santa Went Crazy by Weird Al.
Fall Skies
(Saturdays, Oct 9, 16, Nov 6, 13, 20) 7 p.m.
Learn what stars, planets, and constellations are visible tonight.
Laser Dark Side of the Moon
(Saturdays, Oct 9, Oct 16) 8 p.m.
Songs include Speak To Me, Time, and Brain Damaged.
Laser Beatles
(Saturday, Nov 6) 8 p.m.
Songs include I Am the Walrus, Twist and Shout, Lucy in the Sky with
Diamonds.
Laser ELO
Saturday, November 13, 8 p.m.
Laser Coldplay
Saturday, November 20, 8 p.m.
JUST FOR KIDS
All shows run approximately 40
minutes.
Admission:
$6 for one show, $11 for two shows on the same day
Call 908-231-8805 for
reservations!
Summer
Schedule
Tuesdays,
July 13 - August 24 |
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2:00 p.m.
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Attack of the Space
Pirates
(recommended for ages 6-12)
Hidden somewhere in the vast reaches of space
is an alien technology so powerful that it threatens the
very galaxy itself. A gang of rogue pirates will stop at
nothing to find that technology and unleash its awesome
power against the rest of the universe. Now, only one
valiant ship stands between the pirates and their total
domination of space. It’s a race against time for the
Starship Intrepid as it seeks to find the alien technology
first while defending itself against the attack of the space
pirates! Watch the trailer below.
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3:00 p.m. |
The Little Star that
Could
(recommended
for ages 6-12)
Join Little Star, an average yellow star, as he meets other
colorful stars in our galaxy during his quest for a name and
a planet to call his own. After the story, we'll
discover some of the stars and constellations we can
see in tonight's sky. |
Wednesdays,
July 14 - August 25 |
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2:00 p.m.
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Rockin’ Rocket Ride
(recommended for ages 3-8)
Put on your spacesuit and blast off into outer space! Catchy songs
teach us about the
planets and moon rocks. We’ll also discover what stars are in
tonight’s sky. |
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3:00 p.m. |
Tycho to the Moon
(recommended
for ages 5-10)
Meet Tycho, a curious dog who wants to go to the
Moon. Blast off on an amazing ride. Learn about
the night and day, space travel, the phases of the Moon, and
features of the lunar surface. We will also take a
look at tonight's sky and find some of the stars and
constellations that are visible. |
Thursdays,
July 8 - August 26 |
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2:00 p.m.
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Attack of the Space
Pirates
(recommended for ages 6-12)
Hidden somewhere in the vast reaches of space
is an alien technology so powerful that it threatens the
very galaxy itself. A gang of rogue pirates will stop at
nothing to find that technology and unleash its awesome
power against the rest of the universe. Now, only one
valiant ship stands between the pirates and their total
domination of space. It’s a race against time for the
Starship Intrepid as it seeks to find the alien technology
first while defending itself against the attack of the space
pirates! |
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3:00 p.m. |
Laser Kids
2
(new song list!)
(recommended
for ages 6-12)
Listen to songs such as "Twist & Shout" by The Beatles and
"Fireflies" by Owl City while lasers draw pictures on the
dome overhead. |
Fall
Schedule
Sundays
for Kids
Secret of the Cardboard Rocket
Sunday, October 17, 2:00 p.m.
Sunday, November 21, 2:00 p.m.
Two children tour the solar system in just one night with the help
of their astronomy book and their imagination. (recommended for ages
6-10)
Laser Kids 2
Sunday, October 17, 3:00 p.m.
Sunday, October 24, 3:00 p.m.
Sunday, November 21, 3:00 p.m.
Listen to songs such as “Fireflies” and “Hot Hot Hot” while lasers
draw pictures on the dome overhead. (recommended for ages 6-12)
The Little Star that Could
Sunday, October 24, 2:00 p.m.
Little Star discovers different kinds of stars in the galaxy, but
only the most special have planets around them. (Recommended for
ages 6-10)
Rockin’ Rocket Ride
Sunday, November 7, 2:00 p.m.
Blast off on a journey past the Sun and planets, get to know Mr Moon
Rock, and learn what stars are visible in tonight’s sky. A musical
adventure with songs by Jane Murphy. (recommended for ages 3-8)
Sky Lights
Sunday, November 7, 3:00 p.m.
A laser and video concert featuring songs by mr. RAY and Jane
Murphy. (Recommended for ages 3-8)
No School Today!
The Little Star that Could
Thursday, November 4, 2:00 p.m.
There are different kinds of stars in the galaxy, but only the most
special have planets around them. (Recommended for ages 6-10)
Laser Kids 2
Thursday, November 4, 3:00 p.m.
Listen to songs such as “Fireflies” and “Hot Hot Hot” while lasers
draw pictures on the dome overhead. (recommended for ages 6-12)
SPECIAL EVENTS
JUST FOR KID
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