BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Kopernik Observatory & Science Center - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.kopernik.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Kopernik Observatory & Science Center REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260403T203000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260403T220000 DTSTAMP:20260423T174405 CREATED:20260317T044133Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T011838Z UID:10000016-1775248200-1775253600@www.kopernik.org SUMMARY:Casual Evening of Night Sky Observing DESCRIPTION:Due to the anticipated sky conditions\, Kopernik Observatory will not be open on Friday\, April 3 for an evening of Night Sky Observing. We will be open on Friday\, April 10\, for our next Friday Night program: Deepfakes\, AI\, and the Future of Trust: How Can We Tell What’s Real? URL:https://www.kopernik.org/program/casual-evening-of-night-sky-observing-clear-only/ LOCATION:Kopernik Observatory & Science Center\, 698 Underwood Rd.\, Vestal\, NY\, 13850\, United States CATEGORIES:Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kopernik.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Casual-Observing-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T220000 DTSTAMP:20260423T174405 CREATED:20260406T165515Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T165519Z UID:10000027-1775498400-1775512800@www.kopernik.org SUMMARY:Artemis II Lunar Flyby Watch Party DESCRIPTION:Join 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 space exploration begins. Watch the lunar flyby in Kopernik Observatory’s Space Science Lab. Learn how to track Artemis II and other missions to space using NASA resources in our Computer Lab. We are also anticipating partly cloudy skies this evening and if that holds\, the observatory will also be open for telescope viewing. Don’t miss this historic event! \n\n\n\nFood will not be provided\, however\, we welcome you to bring your own packaged snacks and bottled drinks (candy\, chips\, soda\, etc.). URL:https://www.kopernik.org/program/artemis-ii-lunar-flyby-watch-party/ LOCATION:Kopernik Observatory & Science Center\, 698 Underwood Rd.\, Vestal\, NY\, 13850\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kopernik.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Artemis-II-Flyby-Watch-Party.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T210000 DTSTAMP:20260423T174405 CREATED:20260317T044624Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T143735Z UID:10000017-1775851200-1775854800@www.kopernik.org SUMMARY:Deepfakes\, AI\, and the Future of Trust: How Can We Tell What’s Real? DESCRIPTION:Artificial intelligence (AI) can now create realistic images\, videos\, and voices that look and sound real\, but that doesn’t mean everything online is fake. In this talk\, we’ll explore how deepfakes work\, why some fake content is easy to spot while other examples are much harder\, and what today’s detection tools can and cannot do. Through real-world examples and simple demonstrations\, we’ll discuss how scientists are working to connect digital media back to the physical world to help restore trust. The goal is not fear\, but understanding\, so audiences of all ages can better navigate an AI-powered world. URL:https://www.kopernik.org/program/deepfakes-ai-and-the-future-of-trust-how-can-we-tell-whats-realusing-fossils-to-reconstruct-earths-history/ LOCATION:Kopernik Observatory & Science Center\, 698 Underwood Rd.\, Vestal\, NY\, 13850\, United States CATEGORIES:Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kopernik.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/AI-Future-of-Trust.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T160000 DTSTAMP:20260423T174405 CREATED:20260407T202802Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T202807Z UID:10000028-1775912400-1775923200@www.kopernik.org SUMMARY:Brain Day DESCRIPTION:On 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 ears. There will be six different activities:– YOUR BRAIN AT WORK!– WHOSE BRAIN IS IT ANYWAY?– MAKE A NEURON– HOW DO NEURONS TALK TO EACH OTHER?– ASK SCIENTISTS– HOW DO WE HEAR THE SOUNDS? URL:https://www.kopernik.org/program/brain-day/ LOCATION:Kopernik Observatory & Science Center\, 698 Underwood Rd.\, Vestal\, NY\, 13850\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.kopernik.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/BrainDay_2026-Flyer.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T210000 DTSTAMP:20260423T174405 CREATED:20260317T045012Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T051406Z UID:10000018-1776456000-1776459600@www.kopernik.org SUMMARY:How Drones in the Air are Making the World Safer and Healthier DESCRIPTION:Drones are becoming an indispensable tool for a wide range of applications. In his talk\, Dr. Nikulin will show how innovation in remote sensing and artificial intelligence creates adaptable tools that support humanitarian efforts to detect and characterize buried explosive hazards more safely and efficiently\, as well as support environmental remediation by locating orphaned and undocumented oil and gas wells with the goal of reducing methane emissions and protecting groundwater resources. URL:https://www.kopernik.org/program/how-drones-in-the-air-are-making-the-world-safer-and-healthier/ LOCATION:Kopernik Observatory & Science Center\, 698 Underwood Rd.\, Vestal\, NY\, 13850\, United States CATEGORIES:Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kopernik.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Drones.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T210000 DTSTAMP:20260423T174405 CREATED:20260317T045429Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T045454Z UID:10000019-1777060800-1777064400@www.kopernik.org SUMMARY:Ticks & Tick-Borne Diseases in New York DESCRIPTION:Learn about the different tick species and the associated pathogens they may carry throughout NY\, how to prevent tick bites and what to do if you’re bitten. Mandy will discuss some of her research with outdoor workers and their risk of tick-bites. URL:https://www.kopernik.org/program/ticks-tick-borne-diseases-in-new-york/ LOCATION:Kopernik Observatory & Science Center\, 698 Underwood Rd.\, Vestal\, NY\, 13850\, United States CATEGORIES:Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kopernik.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Ticks.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T174405 CREATED:20260331T211636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T212415Z UID:10000025-1777107600-1777118400@www.kopernik.org SUMMARY:Pysanky Egg Workshop DESCRIPTION:Registration Required. The art of egg decorating is a cultural tradition that has existed for thousands of years in Ukraine and throughout much of Eastern Europe. The egg itself is a symbol of rebirth that has retained its meaning through the pagan rites of springtime up to the modern\, resurrectional celebrations of the Christian Church. Beyond just its beautiful artistry\, a Ukrainian pysanka egg represents a story\, a blessing\, a prayer full of colorful symbolism that’s entwined with the love and dedication of its maker. \n\n\n\nThe Kopernik Society of Broome County\, which owns and operates the Kopernik Observatory & Science Center\, also promotes and celebrates Polish Culture. With the latter in mind\, the Kopernik Society of Broome County is offering a Pysanky Egg decorating workshop on Saturday\, April 25\, starting at 9 am at the Kopernik Observatory & Science Center\, 698 Underwood Rd. Vestal\, NY \n\n\n\nThis workshop\, led by local Pysanky Egg Artist Joseph Zapach\, will provide a full description of the necessary tools and techniques\, as well as an introduction to the history and symbolism of the traditional colors and designs. Participants will then have the opportunity to create an egg of their own using the provided materials. All skill levels are welcome; beginner\, intermediate\, and advanced designs and techniques will be available. \n\n\n\nThe cost of the workshop is $30 per person\, and it is limited to 20 registrants. URL:https://www.kopernik.org/program/pysanky-egg-workshop/ LOCATION:Kopernik Observatory & Science Center\, 698 Underwood Rd.\, Vestal\, NY\, 13850\, United States CATEGORIES:Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.kopernik.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/egg-workshop-e1774991544469.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T210000 DTSTAMP:20260423T174405 CREATED:20260317T051704Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T185321Z UID:10000024-1777665600-1777669200@www.kopernik.org SUMMARY:Science and Religion Part 4: The Pursuit of Happiness DESCRIPTION:Come explore: (1) the evolution of our philosophical\, theological & psychological understanding of human happiness and (2) complementary\, transdisciplinary\, “how-to-be” attitudes and practical action steps on how to more regularly experience it. Consilience of spiritual & scientific perspectives provide leveraged power to increase both individual flourishing and societal well-being through and beyond the controllable aspects of our lives. Attendees will leave with ethical\, research-informed recommendations to help counter rising levels of anxiety\, depression & loneliness in our “24/7 always on\, but loosely connected world.” URL:https://www.kopernik.org/program/science-and-religion-part-3-conflict-or-consilience-on-climate-change-2/ LOCATION:Kopernik Observatory & Science Center\, 698 Underwood Rd.\, Vestal\, NY\, 13850\, United States CATEGORIES:Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kopernik.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Science-Religion-Happiness-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T210000 DTSTAMP:20260423T174405 CREATED:20260317T050534Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T050552Z UID:10000021-1778270400-1778274000@www.kopernik.org SUMMARY:AeroBing Brings Space to Binghamton DESCRIPTION:AeroBing students will share how the team started\, what we’re building right now\, and where we’re headed next\, with a look at how student-led rocketry turns ideas into real flight hardware and crafts the next generation of engineers. URL:https://www.kopernik.org/program/aerobing-brings-space-to-binghamton/ LOCATION:Kopernik Observatory & Science Center\, 698 Underwood Rd.\, Vestal\, NY\, 13850\, United States CATEGORIES:Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kopernik.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/AeroBing.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T210000 DTSTAMP:20260423T174405 CREATED:20260317T050839Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T050903Z UID:10000022-1778875200-1778878800@www.kopernik.org SUMMARY:Free-Falling: A Physics Lesson DESCRIPTION:Aristotle argued that heavier objects fall faster than lighter ones. Isn’t it true that a heavy object is pulled down harder toward the earth! Come learn about motion\, speed\, and acceleration. Discover inertia\, gravity and Galileo’s hard balls. URL:https://www.kopernik.org/program/free-falling-a-physics-lesson/ LOCATION:Kopernik Observatory & Science Center\, 698 Underwood Rd.\, Vestal\, NY\, 13850\, United States CATEGORIES:Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kopernik.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Free-Falling.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T174405 CREATED:20260120T022345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T202825Z UID:10000010-1778927400-1778932800@www.kopernik.org SUMMARY:KoperniKids: Butterflies and Moths DESCRIPTION:Registration Required \n\n\n\nAs spring returns so will our favorite insects- the pollinators.Children will explore the fascinating world of butterflies and moths as they learn about their life cycles. They’ll even create their own models to show each stage of growth — from egg to adult — and discover why these amazing insects are so important to our world. \n\n\n\nKoperniKids is a kid-friendly approach to Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, and Math (STEM)\, designed for children 3 to 6 years old. Each session will offer fun\, hands-on learning with a different set of activities\, experiments\, and songs that will encourage your child to participate in the wonderful world of STEM! URL:https://www.kopernik.org/program/kopernikids-butterflies-and-moths/ LOCATION:Kopernik Observatory & Science Center\, 698 Underwood Rd.\, Vestal\, NY\, 13850\, United States CATEGORIES:Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kopernik.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Butterflies-and-Moths-Wide.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260522T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260522T210000 DTSTAMP:20260423T174405 CREATED:20260317T051155Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T051205Z UID:10000023-1779476400-1779483600@www.kopernik.org SUMMARY:The Evolution of Virtual Reality Part II - The Present & Future of VR DESCRIPTION:Doors Open at 7:00 PM for VR Classroom Demos – Virtual reality (VR)\, as we know it today\, is an emerging technology with a promising future. Modern VR headsets access our senses like no other technology\, enabling experiences like: 360º and 3D video; collaborative learning; immersive gaming; and spatial productivity. Discover the state-of-the-art VR technologies available today and learn how future advancements will bring streamlined devices and ultimate immersion. Finally\, learn about Kopernik’s VR Classroom and how our students are creating their own VR worlds. Our VR classroom will be open for in-headset demos from 7:00 – 8:00 PM. Spots are limited and are available on a first come\, first serve basis. URL:https://www.kopernik.org/program/the-evolution-of-virtual-reality-part-ii-the-present-future-of-vr/ LOCATION:Kopernik Observatory & Science Center\, 698 Underwood Rd.\, Vestal\, NY\, 13850\, United States CATEGORIES:Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kopernik.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Evolution-of-VR-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T210000 DTSTAMP:20260423T174405 CREATED:20260317T050113Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T151020Z UID:10000020-1780084800-1780088400@www.kopernik.org SUMMARY:Southern Tier Robotics Competition Robot DESCRIPTION:Get an up-close look at the latest robot designed by the Southern Tier Robotics team. Their robot performs autonomous and radio-controlled actions to accomplish a number of tasks in a multi-team competition. Students on the team will demonstrate the robot\, show a video from their recent competition in Albany and Suffern NY\, and answer questions about the robot’s design and operation. URL:https://www.kopernik.org/program/southern-tier-robotics-competition-robot/ LOCATION:Kopernik Observatory & Science Center\, 698 Underwood Rd.\, Vestal\, NY\, 13850\, United States CATEGORIES:Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kopernik.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Southern-Tier-Robotics.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T170000 DTSTAMP:20260423T174405 CREATED:20260411T044458Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T044503Z UID:10000029-1780131600-1780160400@www.kopernik.org SUMMARY:RocketFest 2026 - Registration Required DESCRIPTION:This 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! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n Learn More\n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://www.kopernik.org/program/rocketfest-2026-registration-required/ LOCATION:Kopernik Observatory & Science Center\, 698 Underwood Rd.\, Vestal\, NY\, 13850\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.kopernik.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/RocketFest-FB-3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T174405 CREATED:20260120T022512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T224630Z UID:10000011-1781346600-1781352000@www.kopernik.org SUMMARY:KoperniKids: Not a Box DESCRIPTION:Registration Required \n\n\n\nCome enjoy a morning of STEM fun with Not a Box! Inspired by the beloved book\, students will use their creativity and problem-solving skills to transform ordinary boxes into extraordinary creations. We’ll provide all the materials — you just bring your imagination! \n\n\n\nKoperniKids is a kid-friendly approach to Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, and Math (STEM)\, designed for children 3 to 6 years old. Each session will offer fun\, hands-on learning with a different set of activities\, experiments\, and songs that will encourage your child to participate in the wonderful world of STEM! URL:https://www.kopernik.org/program/kopernikids-not-a-box/ LOCATION:Kopernik Observatory & Science Center\, 698 Underwood Rd.\, Vestal\, NY\, 13850\, United States CATEGORIES:Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kopernik.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Not-a-Box-Wide.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR