Maricopa County Library District: Eclipse Odyssey
A solar eclipse will be 71% visible on April 8. Get ready with hands-on activities, for all ages, that explore our solar system and the dynamics of eclipse shadows. Activities...
Free
7 events found.
Space & Astronomy
Events for April 4, 2024
Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Big Astronomy
In Big Astronomy, discover Chile's grand observatories and meet the people who push the limits of technology, a diverse collaboration of scientists, to expand what we know about the Universe using world-class telescopes. Recommended for general audiences. Themes: astronomy, telescopes, James Webb Style: Fulldome film followed by short talk about James Webb Planetarium Tickets Adults: $12...
Free – $12
Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Touring the Solar System
Zoom away from planet Earth and take a live guided tour through the Solar System! We'll stop by each of the planets (including some Saturnian and Galilean moons) pointing out interesting facts along the way. Recommended for general audiences. Themes: Planets, space exploration. Style: Live presentation. Planetarium Tickets Adults: $12 Children (ages 3-15): $8 Children ages 2...
Free – $12
Maricopa County Library District: Solar Eclipse Presentation and Craft
Learn about the solar eclipse happening this month! This illuminating session will provide information about the eclipse, how to view it, activities and a craft! Solar eclipse glasses are limited and will be available to those who attend, so register each person who will be attending.
Free
The University of Arizona: Mathematics Colloquium – Broadening Interest in Mathematics with Data Science
Presenter: Adam Spiegler, University of Colorado. Denver The rapidly growing demand in data science presents an exciting opportunity for math and statistics departments to redesign courses to benefit both traditional math and statistics majors as well as new students from other disciplines. Creating cohesive undergraduate curriculum entails weaving together content from different courses to steadily develop...
Scottsdale Public Library: Solar Spring
(ages 7 and up/45 min/space is limited) Join us in this two-part program as we explore some solar science in honor of the Annular Eclipse on April 8th. In Part 1 we will explore the science behind eclipses. In Part 2 we will explore how we study the sun and why the sun is so...
Free
Mt. Lemmon SkyCenter: SkyNights StarGazing Program
Explore the night skies from the summit of Mt. Lemmon using Arizona's LARGEST publicly available telescopes! Under the guidance of a professional, visitors will enjoy a brief astronomy lecture, a light dinner, and an exclusive opportunity to observe astronomical objects and phenomena. This five-hour program starts 2 hours prior to sunset and accommodates up to...
$60 – $85