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Science and Religion Part 4: The Pursuit of Happiness
Kopernik Observatory & Science Center 698 Underwood Rd., Vestal, NY, United StatesDr. Thomas O’Brien, Professor Emeritus, Binghamton UniversityHybrid ProgramPublic ProgramsCome 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 Read More ...
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Free-Falling: A Physics Lesson
Kopernik Observatory & Science Center 698 Underwood Rd., Vestal, NY, United StatesPeter KlimasHybrid ProgramPublic ProgramsAristotle 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.
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KoperniKids: Butterflies and Moths
Kopernik Observatory & Science Center 698 Underwood Rd., Vestal, NY, United StatesClassesRegistration Required As 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 Read More ...
$25