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Online Classes and Programs
Cosmic Kids - Online

Astronomy Club For Grades K-5th
Join us for an after school club that is out of this world.
Wednesday March 3, 4:30-5:30PM, Aliens
Wednesday, March 10, 4:30-5:30 PM, Living in Space
Wednesday, March 17, 4:30-5:30 PM, Equinoxes
Wednesday March 24, 4:15-5:00 PM, Gas Giants
These classes are free of charge (donations are appreciated), but registration is required. Each week we’ll send out a link to a Zoom meeting for the class and a list of suggested materials.
Virtual Homeschool Programs

Online Programs for Grades K-5th
Blast off and join us to learn about outer space! These programs are open to students who are homeschooled or schooling from home.
Friday, March 5: Tour of the Universe, 10:00-11:00am
Friday, March 26: Weather, 10:00-11:00am
Classes are free of charge (donations are appreciated), but registration is required.
Each week we’ll send out a link to a Zoom meeting for the class and a list of suggested materials.
The New and Improved Solar System

Online Class With More Than Planets
What all goes around the Sun? We'll talk about planets, dwarf planets, moons, asteroids, plutoids, comets and more. Along the way we'll talk about why Pluto is no longer a planet.
Cost: $10 per household
This online class is offered through Zoom webinar and everyone who signs up will get access to watch the recording of the class later (in case you can't attend live).
Cosmic Tots

Online Programs for Preschool-K
Does your little one love outer space? Then join us for a space filled half hour just for 3, 4 and 5 year olds! We'll meet via Zoom and learn about the shapes, colors and numbers we can find in outer space. Class will include a short craft, story or activity.
March 16th: Sky Stories
March 23: Planet Playtime
The programs are free but advanced registration is required
How to Buy and Use a Telescope

Online Class
There are lots of telescopes out there, but which one is right for you? Astronomer Dean Regas has seen a lot of them knows what's good. He will then share tips on how to use a variety of telescopes.
Cost: $10 per household
If you can't attend live, you will receive a link to watch the class at your convenience.
Cosmic Cadets

Online Program for Grades 4-6
If you love our Cosmic Kids classes but are looking for something more in-depth then join us for Cosmic Cadets! This virtual class will meet via Zoom and is for students in grades 4th-6th.
Our first session: Thursday March 18.
Topic: The Big Bang!
This program is free (donations welcome). Advanced registration is required.
Spring Equinox

Who's Ready For Spring?
You've sensed it. Winter is almost over and Spring is coming! But what's actually going on to cause this change? Astronomer Dean Regas takes you on a journey out into space to show what's going on and how it affects everyone on Earth.
Cost: $10 per household
This online class is offered through Zoom webinar and everyone who signs up will get access to watch the recording of the class later (in case you can't attend live).
Facts From Space!

Build Your Astro-Knowledge
What are Saturn's rings made of? How far away are stars? What happens when you fall into a black hole? How do astronauts go to the bathroom? These questions and many, many more will be answered. Based on his fun book, Dean Regas will not only share some astro-knowledge but demo a lot of his favorite facts in the universe. Great for all ages!
Cost: $10 per household
The class is offered through Zoom and is recorded so you can watch it again later to remember the facts.
Virtual Spring Break Camp

Online For Grades 3-6
Join the Cincinnati Observatory for our virtual spring break camp! We will learn about space, do some citizen science and create some out of this world crafts. The Observatory will provide all the supplies you camper needs (Supplies must be picked up from the Observatory). Each day we will meet using Zoom from 9 am- 12 pm. Please note that a computer or tablet with an internet connection is needed to take part in this camp.
Cost: $50 per camper
$15 per additional child in the same household
Scholarships are available, email samantha@cincinnatiobservatory.org a 1 page description of why you want to attend camp and a letter of recommendation from an adult (teacher, coach, mentor, caregiver).
Virtual Spring Break Camp

Online For Grades K-2
Join the Cincinnati Observatory for our virtual spring break camp! We will learn about space, do some citizen science and create some out of this world crafts. The Observatory will provide all the supplies you camper needs. Supplies can be picked up from the Observatory. Each day we will meet using Zoom from 10 am- 12 pm. Please note that a computer or tablet with an internet connection is needed to take part in this camp.
Cost: $30 per camper
$15 per additional child in the same household
Scholarships are available, email samantha@cincinnatiobservatory.org a 1 page description of why you want to attend camp and a letter of recommendation from an adult (teacher, coach, mentor, caregiver).