BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Kopernik Observatory & Science Center - ECPv6.16.3//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:20260515T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T210000 DTSTAMP:20260613T085506 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:20260522T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260522T210000 DTSTAMP:20260613T085506 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:20260613T085506 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:20260613T085506 CREATED:20260411T044458Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T153202Z 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:20260605T203000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T213000 DTSTAMP:20260613T085506 CREATED:20260530T201823Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260530T201828Z UID:10000031-1780691400-1780695000@www.kopernik.org SUMMARY:Summer Skies - Night Sky Observing This Season DESCRIPTION:The summer solstice occurs June 21 at 4:24am! Now that we are about to enter summer\, discover what will be up in the sky this season. Learn how to identify constellations and planets in the summer sky\, and how to spot the International Space Station. Free star maps will be provided. If you have your own telescope\, bring it with you and a Kopernik Astronomical Society member will help you learn how to assemble it and use it. After the program\, head outside to view the night sky through Kopernik’s telescopes. URL:https://www.kopernik.org/program/summer-skies-night-sky-observing-this-season/ LOCATION:Kopernik Observatory & Science Center\, 698 Underwood Rd.\, Vestal\, NY\, 13850\, United States CATEGORIES:Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.kopernik.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Summer-Skies-2026-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T203000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T213000 DTSTAMP:20260613T085506 CREATED:20260606T191502Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260606T191517Z UID:10000033-1781296200-1781299800@www.kopernik.org SUMMARY:Shipwrecks and Submerged Heritage. The science and policy of maritime archaeology DESCRIPTION:Shipwrecks\, submerged aircraft\, and the vast underwater unknown havealways captivated people’s interest and sense of adventure. But\, how do explorers and scientists discover\, research\, and protect these limited resources? In this talk\, Dana Carris will introduce some of the technologies and scientific methods used by maritime archaeologists\, and highlight some of these unique resources across New York. URL:https://www.kopernik.org/program/shipwrecks-and-submerged-heritage-the-science-and-policy-of-maritime-archaeology/ LOCATION:Kopernik Observatory & Science Center\, 698 Underwood Rd.\, Vestal\, NY\, 13850\, United States CATEGORIES:Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.kopernik.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Shipwrecks-and-Submerged-Heritage.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T120000 DTSTAMP:20260613T085506 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 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T160000 DTSTAMP:20260613T085506 CREATED:20260602T220002Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T183747Z UID:10000032-1781442000-1781452800@www.kopernik.org SUMMARY:Polish Picnic 2026 DESCRIPTION:The Kopernik Society of Broome County (heritage committee) invites you to a Polish Picnic at the Kopernik Observatory & Science Center! \n\n\n\nMenu: Kielbasa\, pierogi\, Kapusta(cabbage)\, hamburgers\, hot dogs\, chips\, water\, and soda \n\n\n\nPlease bring a dish to pass (salad\, dessert\, fruit\, etc.) \n\n\n\nPlayground for children; “pond life exploration” under microscope; telescopes for viewing; Caricatures/drawing \n\n\n\nFREE-WILL DONATION ACCEPTED AT THE PICNIC \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n Learn More & Register URL:https://www.kopernik.org/program/polish-picnic-2026/ 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/2026/06/Polish-Picnic.png ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Blake":MAILTO:MitiBlake@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T120000 DTSTAMP:20260613T085506 CREATED:20260120T022345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T193623Z UID:10000010-1781951400-1781956800@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:20260912T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T203000 DTSTAMP:20260613T085506 CREATED:20260519T153101Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T154212Z UID:10000030-1789234200-1789245000@www.kopernik.org SUMMARY:Race to the Stars 2026 - Registration Required DESCRIPTION:This event requires registration (see link below). Kopernik’s Race to the Stars 5K road race is an annual fundraiser that started in 2018. Join us for this special 5K road race through the hills surrounding the Observatory. We invite all to participate by sponsoring\, donating\, running\, and cheering your friends and family on! \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/race-to-the-stars-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/2026/05/Race-to-the-Stars-Wide-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Nick Gretzinger%2C Race Coordinator":MAILTO:racetothestars@kopernik.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR