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  • 150 years of moving forward with Central NYS technology

    Kopernik Observatory & Science Center 698 Underwood Rd., Vestal, NY, United States
    Susan I. Sherwood, Executive Director, Center for Technology & Innovation
    Hybrid Program
    Public Programs

    Before Silicon Valley, the Southern Tier was a hotbed of technological innovation. IBM, Link Simulators, Raymond Corporation and other companies have created technology that has changed the world. Explore advances of vehicles (including UEHS's 2003 Tour de Sol National Champion), pilot trainers based on pneumatic music, navigation with gyroscopes, imaging (1880 - 1970s), and electronic Read More ...

    $4 – $6

  • KoperniKids: Pumpkins, Science, and FUN! – Registration Required

    Kopernik Observatory & Science Center 698 Underwood Rd., Vestal, NY, United States
    Classes

    Registration Required Calling all young scientists! Join us for a morning of pumpkin science where we'll investigate whether pumpkins sink or float, act out the pumpkin lifecycle with movement and music, create unique pumpkin art, and much more! Expect hands-on excitement, a story, silly songs, and tons of discovery. Wear your Halloween costume and receive Read More ...

    $20 – $25

  • Canceled Casual Evening of Night Sky Observing

    Kopernik Observatory & Science Center 698 Underwood Rd., Vestal, NY, United States
    Kopernik Astronomical Society
    Public Programs

    There will not be a presentation this Friday night, but if skies are clear skies, enjoy a casual evening of night sky observing with the Kopernik Astronomical Society. Look through our telescopes to see Saturn, the Andromeda Galaxy, and so much more!

    $4 – $6

  • NWS Summer Review / Winter Preview

    Kopernik Observatory & Science Center 698 Underwood Rd., Vestal, NY, United States
    Michael Murphy, National Weather Service – Binghamton, NY Forecast Office
    Hybrid Program
    Public Programs

    The Lead Meteorologist and Winter Program Leader from the National Weather Service Binghamton Office will give a rundown of significant events that occurred in our area this Summer, while providing an outlook for how things look for the coming Winter.  Whatever weather we get, learn about how you can participate as a Citizen Scientist in Read More ...

    $4 – $6

  • KoperniKids: World Science Day – Registration Required

    Kopernik Observatory & Science Center 698 Underwood Rd., Vestal, NY, United States
    Classes

    Registration Required World Science Day is November 10, 2026! Come celebrate with us! Science is all around us—and it’s full of surprises! Let’s celebrate the amazing world of science and discover how it helps us understand the world we live in. At Kopernik, we LOVE making science fun! Spend the morning exploring magical creatures, traveling Read More ...

    $20 – $25

  • Wigilia 2026

    Kopernik Observatory & Science Center 698 Underwood Rd., Vestal, NY, United States
    Special Events

    Registration Required. The Kopernik Society of Broome County invites you to experience the Polish Tradition of Christmas Eve Dinner at Wigilia 2026 The Kopernik Society of Broome County, which owns and operates the Kopernik Observatory & Science Center, also promotes and celebrates Polish Culture. Adult registrations are $46 and Child registrations are $25.

    $25 – $46