Kopernik Public Programs: Spring 2025
Doors Open at 8:00 pm | Programs Start at 8:30 pm
In addition to on-site presentations,
Kopernik livestreams these programs on our YouTube Channel
The following programs are on Friday nights unless otherwise noted:
R. Olaf Siegers, Kopernik Educator
Friday, May 30, 8:00 PM
The current hunt for a planet beyond Neptune is yet another chapter in locating another world in our Solar System. From the dawn of the 19th Century through today’s exciting search, this historical survey will highlight some of these theoretically based Solar System discoveries … and non-discoveries !Beginning Telescopes
Art Cacciola, Kopernik Astronomical Society
Friday, June 13, 8:30 PM
Learn about the different types of telescopes and what objects are best viewed through them. If you have a telescope, bring it to Kopernik, no matter what condition it is in, and receive a lesson on assembling and using it from a member of the Kopernik Astronomical Society.
Summer Skies
Jenny Cartie, Kopernik Educator
Friday, June 20, 8:30 PM
Learn about summer constellations and see the latest James Webb Space Telescope images. Learn how to locate the International Space Station as it flies over the area. The program will include free star maps, constellation training and space videos. If clear, see Mars, star clusters, Ring Nebula and more through our telescopes!
The Great Telescope Dust-off
Friday, June 27, 8:00 PM
Is there a telescope collecting dust in a corner of your basement, garage, or attic? Dig it out and bring it up to Kopernik! Kopernik experts will assess its condition and show you how to set it up and use it. There is always a lot to see in the sky. Let Kopernik help you Look Up and Dream Big!
A Night of Casual Observing
Friday, July 4 9 PM
There will not be a presentation this Friday night, but if skies are clear skies, enjoy an informal observing session with the Kopernik Astronomical Society. See a waxing gibbous moon, Mars, and star clusters through Kopernik’s powerful telescopes.
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Public Admission
$6.00 adults
$4.00 seniors/students
$20.00 family maximum
Group rate (10 or more): $4 adult, $3 senior/student
Kopernik / ASTC Passport Members: Free
If the skies are not clear, you will receive a free pass to come back on another night.
You just can’t lose coming to Kopernik on a Friday night.
Public Programs Seasonal Hours
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Months
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Doors Open
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Public Program
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March – May
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7:30 PM
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8:00 PM
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June – July
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8:00 PM
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8:30 PM
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August – November
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7:30 PM
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8:00 PM
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December – February
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6:30 PM
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7:00 PM
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