Amateur astronomers are more than willing to have you look through their telescopes as well as explain astronomical concepts, from basic to complex.

Free and great for all ages.

Begins at dusk. Held only if clear skies.
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Become a member and help us maintain an important part of Cincinnati's and the nation's scientific and architectural heritage. Astronomy presentations, news and telescope viewing for members of the Cincinnati Observatory Center.

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www.cincinnatiobservatory.org

Monthly astronomy clubs for kids 6-9 and 10-15+ years of age (and their parents!) who have a deeper interest in astronomy and are available to attend regular monthly evening meetings.
Both clubs meet simultaneously; meeting times change with the seasons. For more information, contact Dean Regas (FOTO-Teens) or Leo Sack (FOTO-Kids) at 513-321-5186.

www.cincinnatiobservatory.org

Amateur astronomers are more than willing to have you look through their telescopes as well as explain astronomical concepts, from basic to complex.

Free and great for all ages.

Begins at dusk. Held only if clear skies.
Weather updates on Facebook: www.facebook.com.

For ages 8 to 80.

The topics and the night sky change week to week so you can visit often. Reservations required.

Astronomy Thursdays admission is by suggested donation of $5 per person. Astronomy Fridays are $7 for adults, $5 for children under 18.
Please call the Observatory @ 513.321.5186 for more information and for reservations.
www.cincinnatiobservatory.org

For ages 8 to 80.

The topics and the night sky change week to week so you can visit often. Reservations required.

Astronomy Thursdays admission is by suggested donation of $5 per person. Astronomy Fridays are $7 for adults, $5 for children under 18.
Please call the Observatory @ 513.321.5186 for more information and for reservations.
www.cincinnatiobservatory.org

Amateur astronomers are more than willing to have you look through their telescopes as well as explain astronomical concepts, from basic to complex.

Free and great for all ages.

Begins at dusk. Held only if clear skies.
Weather updates on Facebook: www.facebook.com.

Discussions cover contemporary Astronomical topics as well as those historic. There is no prerequisite knowledge of Math or Astronomy is necessary. The group meets for about an hour or so and is free to any member of the Observatory.

Cincinnati is home to the nation's first public astronomical observatory. When installed in 1843 it was home to the world's second largest telescope.

Enjoy the fascinating story with its unique cast of characters who put Cincinnati on the astronomical map.

Tours
Telescope Viewing (if clear)
Astronomical Q&A

Ideal for all ages.
$7 Adults per person.

No reservations required.

On April 14, 1845, in the gray of a lingering twilight, Mitchel took his first look through the great Cincinnati Equatorial Refracting Telescope. He saw the Moon, "her mountain heights, her rocky precipices and her dells", Jupiter, "globe of surpassing splendor", the Saturnian system, "the mind over whelmed in wonder and astonishment."

For ages 8 to 80.

The topics and the night sky change week to week so you can visit often. Reservations required.

Astronomy Thursdays admission is by suggested donation of $5 per person. Astronomy Fridays are $7 for adults, $5 for children under 18.
Please call the Observatory @ 513.321.5186 for more information and for reservations.
www.cincinnatiobservatory.org

For ages 8 to 80.

The topics and the night sky change week to week so you can visit often. Reservations required.

Astronomy Thursdays admission is by suggested donation of $5 per person. Astronomy Fridays are $7 for adults, $5 for children under 18.
Please call the Observatory @ 513.321.5186 for more information and for reservations.
www.cincinnatiobservatory.org

For ages 8 to 80.

The topics and the night sky change week to week so you can visit often. Reservations required.

Astronomy Thursdays admission is by suggested donation of $5 per person. Astronomy Fridays & Saturdays are $7 for adults, $5 for children under 18.
Please call the Observatory @ 513.321.5186 for more information and for reservations.
www.cincinnatiobservatory.org

For ages 8 to 80.

The topics and the night sky change week to week so you can visit often. Reservations required.

Astronomy Thursdays admission is by suggested donation of $5 per person. Astronomy Fridays are $7 for adults, $5 for children under 18.
Please call the Observatory @ 513.321.5186 for more information and for reservations.
www.cincinnatiobservatory.org

Astronomy presentations, Q&A, tour and telescope viewing (Program held rain or shine, viewing is weather permitting).

For ages 8 to 80.

The topics and the night sky change week to week so you can visit often. Reservations required.

Astronomy Thursdays admission is by suggested donation of $5 per person. Astronomy Fridays are $7 for adults, $5 for children under 18.
Please call the Observatory @ 513.321.5186 for more information and for reservations.
www.cincinnatiobservatory.org

Become a member and help us maintain an important part of Cincinnati's and the nation's scientific and architectural heritage. Astronomy presentations, news and telescope viewing for members of the Cincinnati Observatory Center.

Join Today!

www.cincinnatiobservatory.org

Monthly astronomy clubs for kids 6-9 and 10-15+ years of age (and their parents!) who have a deeper interest in astronomy and are available to attend regular monthly evening meetings.
Both clubs meet simultaneously; meeting times change with the seasons. For more information, contact Dean Regas (FOTO-Teens) or Leo Sack (FOTO-Kids) at 513-321-5186.

www.cincinnatiobservatory.org

Amateur astronomers are more than willing to have you look through their telescopes as well as explain astronomical concepts, from basic to complex.

Free and great for all ages.

Begins at dusk. Held only if clear skies.
Weather updates on Facebook: www.facebook.com.

Admission to most activities is FREE!

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Oh and really amazing gems, minerals and fossils too.

Saturday 10-6 & Sunday 11-5pm

geofair.com

There are several great, free sky simulation programs that can help you reach for the stars, and keep up with what's up in the sky. This class will cover installation and use of free downloadable planetarium type programs as well as a live tutorial on how to get the most out of them. Then we will cover the best astronomy apps for your mobile devices.

Please bring your laptops and/or mobile devices to class (others will be provided if you don't have them). Viewing of the real sky through the historic telescopes will follow (weather permitting).

Dean Regas is the outreach astronomer with the Cincinnati Observatory Center.

A UC Communiversity Course.
$22 per person.

For ages 8 to 80.

The topics and the night sky change week to week so you can visit often. Reservations required.

Astronomy Thursdays admission is by suggested donation of $5 per person. Astronomy Fridays are $7 for adults, $5 for children under 18.
Please call the Observatory @ 513.321.5186 for more information and for reservations.
www.cincinnatiobservatory.org

For ages 8 to 80.

The topics and the night sky change week to week so you can visit often. Reservations required.

Astronomy Thursdays admission is by suggested donation of $5 per person. Astronomy Fridays are $7 for adults, $5 for children under 18.
Please call the Observatory @ 513.321.5186 for more information and for reservations.
www.cincinnatiobservatory.org

Amateur astronomers are more than willing to have you look through their telescopes as well as explain astronomical concepts, from basic to complex.

Free and great for all ages.

Begins at dusk. Held only if clear skies.
Weather updates on Facebook: www.facebook.com.

We will discuss how our understanding of Saturn and its moons has changed from the days of Galileo to the Voyager and Cassini spacecraft missions. Learn about the disappearing rings phenomenon and Galileo’s puzzlement. Learn about the recently discovered ice geysers on Saturn’s moon Enceladus and the possibility of liquid water.
If weather permits, you will see this beautiful planet through the observatory telescope.

Basil Rowe is a board member of the Cincinnati Observatory CenteBasil Rowe is longtime member and astronomy educator with the Cincinnati Observatory Center.

A UC Communiversity Course.
$22 per person.

For ages 8 to 80.

The topics and the night sky change week to week so you can visit often. Reservations required.

Astronomy Thursdays admission is by suggested donation of $5 per person. Astronomy Fridays are $7 for adults, $5 for children under 18.
Please call the Observatory @ 513.321.5186 for more information and for reservations.
www.cincinnatiobservatory.org

The Observatory will be there along with dozens of other astronomy & space science educators.
For more information about Space Day 2013, including potential exhibitors and activities, please check out our Space Day Page. ispacescience.org

The magnificent planet, most breathtaking object in the universe, Saturn takes center stage at the Cincinnati Observatory for Saturnday.
And you can see it for yourself.

There will be viewing of Saturn through the historic 1845 and 1904 telescopes (weather permitting), running talks, and tours of the buildings. If clear, portable telescopes will be set up outside to show visitors the Moon and stars as well.

No reservations needed. Drop-ins welcome.
Cost: $7 per person.

Great for all ages.

For more information please call 513-321-5186

For ages 8 to 80.

The topics and the night sky change week to week so you can visit often. Reservations required.

Astronomy Thursdays admission is by suggested donation of $5 per person. Astronomy Fridays are $7 for adults, $5 for children under 18.
Please call the Observatory @ 513.321.5186 for more information and for reservations.
www.cincinnatiobservatory.org

Join us for an outdoor stargaze on the Observatory's grounds. You can bring your own telescope if you have one or "rent" one of ours for the evening!

A brief presentation will introduce you to the basics of how to use a telescope, and the best targets to look for in the sky that night. Simple star charts will be provided. The rest of the evening will be spent outside viewing (weather permitting). You're in charge of your own telescope - or bring a friend and share - but staff and volunteers will be available to help as needed!

Note: If you bring your own telescope, please know how to set it up - this night is mostly for viewing practice! If you need help learning to set up your telescope, please call the Observatory to arrange a one-on-one telescope help session.

Costs:
Admission - $7 / person
Telescope Rental - $10 / telescope (Free for Members)
Binocular Rental - $5 / binoculars

Reservations are required. Please call 513-321-5186 to sign up.

No reservations needed.
Tours, Astro Q&A and more.

$7 per person.
Free for Observatory Members.

No reservations needed.
Tours, Astro Q&A and more.

$7 per person.
Free for Observatory Members.

For ages 8 to 80.

The topics and the night sky change week to week so you can visit often. Reservations required.

Astronomy Thursdays admission is by suggested donation of $5 per person. Astronomy Fridays are $7 for adults, $5 for children under 18.
Please call the Observatory @ 513.321.5186 for more information and for reservations.
www.cincinnatiobservatory.org

For ages 8 to 80.

The topics and the night sky change week to week so you can visit often. Reservations required.

Astronomy Thursdays admission is by suggested donation of $5 per person. Astronomy Fridays are $7 for adults, $5 for children under 18.
Please call the Observatory @ 513.321.5186 for more information and for reservations.
www.cincinnatiobservatory.org

Amateur astronomers are more than willing to have you look through their telescopes as well as explain astronomical concepts, from basic to complex.

Free and great for all ages.

Begins at dusk. Held only if clear skies.
Weather updates on Facebook: www.facebook.com.

Become a member and help us maintain an important part of Cincinnati's and the nation's scientific and architectural heritage. Astronomy presentations, news and telescope viewing for members of the Cincinnati Observatory Center.

Join Today!

www.cincinnatiobservatory.org

Monthly astronomy clubs for kids 6-9 and 10-15+ years of age (and their parents!) who have a deeper interest in astronomy and are available to attend regular monthly evening meetings.
Both clubs meet simultaneously; meeting times change with the seasons. For more information, contact Dean Regas (FOTO-Teens) or Leo Sack (FOTO-Kids) at 513-321-5186.

www.cincinnatiobservatory.org

Amateur astronomers are more than willing to have you look through their telescopes as well as explain astronomical concepts, from basic to complex.

Free and great for all ages.

Begins at dusk. Held only if clear skies.
Weather updates on Facebook: www.facebook.com.

Come see what the Observatory is like after hours - long after the "early crowd" has gone home. You'll get to use the oldest big telescope in the U.S. to view astronomical objects that are not visible until late at night (weather permitting). Get a sneak preview of the next season's planets and stars a month or two ahead of everyone else. Each night is different and special!

These programs are recommended for adults only. If the weather does not permit viewing, we'll have fun with some of the crazy science experiments and "adult" constellation mythology stories that we can't share with family audiences.

Admission is $10 per person

Free ice cream sundaes too!

$7 per person.

More details to follow.

Discussions cover contemporary Astronomical topics as well as those historic. There is no prerequisite knowledge of Math or Astronomy is necessary. The group meets for about an hour or so and is free to any member of the Observatory.

For ages 8 to 80.

The topics and the night sky change week to week so you can visit often. Reservations required.

Astronomy Thursdays admission is by suggested donation of $5 per person. Astronomy Fridays are $7 for adults, $5 for children under 18.
Please call the Observatory @ 513.321.5186 for more information and for reservations.
www.cincinnatiobservatory.org

For ages 8 to 80.

The topics and the night sky change week to week so you can visit often. Reservations required.

Astronomy Thursdays admission is by suggested donation of $5 per person. Astronomy Fridays are $7 for adults, $5 for children under 18.
Please call the Observatory @ 513.321.5186 for more information and for reservations.
www.cincinnatiobservatory.org

Lincoln Ridge Park
420 Independence Station Rd., Independence, KY 41051

Home to our popular 24 hole disc golf course, this 78 acre park is located off of Independence Station Road and is formerly known as Banklick Woods Park. Lincoln Ridge Park is host to our annual Star Gaze parties.

www.kentoncounty.org

Free, No Reservations Required.

Experience the fascinating story of the first public astronomical observatory in the nation. From its founding in 1842 to the behind-the-scenes of today. Enjoy remarkable views of Saturn through our 1845 telescope.

$7 Adults / $5 Children under 18.
Program held cloudy or clear. (viewing weather permitting)
Space is limited. Reservations required. 513 321-5186
www.cincinnatiobservatory.org

Both classes may be taken for 1-3 credit hours at a greatly-reduced rate or for non-credit.

All classes will be held at the Cincinnati Observatory and include use of the historic telescopes.

"Astronomy and the Nature of Science"

Course goals: At the completion of this course, students will be able to:
• Trace the history of astronomy and analyze how our understanding of the universe has changed
• Understand the cycles of the Sun, Moon, planets, and stars
• Construct and use basic astronomical instruments
• Present an astronomy lesson to the class
• Incorporate math lessons into Space Science units
• Engage in a variety of scientific processes including observing, inferring, classifying, predicting, and concluding
• Demonstrate the differences between scientific hypotheses, theories, and laws
• Critically analyze scientific writings and draw conclusions from data and observations • Discuss common misconceptions of astronomy and science

Also coming up:
"Cross-Curricular Science Topics" July 16-20

For any questions about the content of these course please contact Dean Regas at 513-321-5186 dean@cincinnatiobservatory.org or Leo Sack leo@cincinnatiobservatory.org
For questions about registration please contact Xavier University Registrar at: 513-745-3941
www.cincinnatiobservatory.org

For ages 8 to 80.

The topics and the night sky change week to week so you can visit often. Reservations required.

Astronomy Thursdays admission is by suggested donation of $5 per person. Astronomy Fridays are $7 for adults, $5 for children under 18.
Please call the Observatory @ 513.321.5186 for more information and for reservations.
www.cincinnatiobservatory.org

$7/person.

More info to follow.

Terry Endres is president of the Cincinnati Astronomical Society (www.cinastro.org), faculty at Cincinnati State and an astronomy educator with the Cincinnati Observatory Center.

A UC Communiversity Course.
$22 per person.

For ages 8 to 80.

The topics and the night sky change week to week so you can visit often. Reservations required.

Astronomy Thursdays admission is by suggested donation of $5 per person. Astronomy Fridays are $7 for adults, $5 for children under 18.
Please call the Observatory @ 513.321.5186 for more information and for reservations.
www.cincinnatiobservatory.org

For ages 8 to 80.

The topics and the night sky change week to week so you can visit often. Reservations required.

Astronomy Thursdays admission is by suggested donation of $5 per person. Astronomy Fridays are $7 for adults, $5 for children under 18.
Please call the Observatory @ 513.321.5186 for more information and for reservations.
www.cincinnatiobservatory.org