Special Events
Programs
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Artemis II Lunar Flyby Watch Party
Kopernik Observatory & Science Center 698 Underwood Rd., Vestal, NY, United StatesJenny Cartie, Kopernik Technology ManagerJoin us in-person at Kopernik Observatory starting at 6PM to watch the Artemis II Lunar Flyby! Today, April 6, astronauts aboard Artemis II return humanity to the Moon for a lunar flyby—the first mission of its kind since 1972. During this flyby, boundaries will be pushed, records will be set, and a new generation of Read More ...
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Brain Day
Kopernik Observatory & Science Center 698 Underwood Rd., Vestal, NY, United StatesOn Saturday, April 11, from 1 pm to 4 pm, Kopernik is teaming up with Binghamton University to host a special Brain Day event. You can come up with your child or grandchild to engage in several brain-related activities, and they can learn more about the most complex part of the human body, which happens to be located between the Read More ...
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RocketFest 2026 – Registration Required
Kopernik Observatory & Science Center 698 Underwood Rd., Vestal, NY, United StatesThis event requires registration (see link below). RocketFest 2026 is a GO! Pick a launch time, choose a skill level, pickup your rocket kit, build it at home, and return to Kopernik on May 30 to launch it high in the sky!
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Polish Picnic 2026
Kopernik Observatory & Science Center 698 Underwood Rd., Vestal, NY, United StatesMike BlakeThe Kopernik Society of Broome County (heritage committee) invites you to a Polish Picnic at the Kopernik Observatory & Science Center! Menu: Kielbasa, pierogi, Kapusta(cabbage), hamburgers, hot dogs, chips, water, and soda Please bring a dish to pass (salad, dessert, fruit, etc.) Playground for children; “pond life exploration” under microscope; telescopes for viewing; Caricatures/drawing FREE-WILL Read More ...
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