Astronomy for Adults - Astronomy on Your Computer, Tablet and Phone
*The event has already taken place on this date: Wed, 05/16/2018
Astronomy for Adults participants learn to be experts on the sky. Each program lasts about an hour, divided between a rich audio-visual presentation and a tour of current stars, planets, and constellations using the Planetarium's giant star projector. Regular presenters are Steve Fentress, director, Strasenburgh Planetarium, RMSC and Paul Krupinski, planetarium show presenter and proprietor of the Buffalo-based Mobile Dome Planetarium. Sessions blend science, the arts and history for an intellectually stimulating experience. The classes take place on select Wednesdays at 2 p.m.
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May 16 at 2pm – Astronomy on Your Computer, Tablet and Phone
Astronomy has always been one of the most satisfying things to do with personal computing devices. In this program, tour some of the best websites and free or cheap software for desktop computers, tablets, and phones. Find out how you can simulate past or future sky events, download pictures from space missions, participate in crowdsourced research projects, and get reliable space news. Feel free to bring your phone or tablet and use our wi-fi.
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Location:
RMSC Strasenburgh Planetarium657 East Ave
Rochester, NY, 14607United States
See map: Google Maps
Phone:
585.697.194Contact name:
Steve Fentress
Email address:
The event has already taken place on this date:
05/16/2018
Time:
2 pm
Price:
$7 Adults, $6 Seniors 62+ or group members, $5 RMSC Members
Ages
Adults without kidsWeb Service