MCC Astronomy Night

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MCC Astronomy Night

February 5th, 2010

6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

MCC Southern/Dobson Campus

Physical Science Building #15 (just west of Dobson Rd., two traffic lights south of Southern Ave.)

Free parking in lot just south of Physical Science Building

"Planetarium shows begin at 6:00 PM and repeat every half hour. The last show begins at 9:30 PM and ends at 10:00 PM. FREE show tickets are handed out at the door on a first-come, first-served basis. Wait times are usually no more than 30 minutes. If a staff member does not approach you about tickets during the event, please ask for them!

No reservations are required. However, if you plan to bring a group of 20 or more, please contact Dr. Kevin Healy with the showing you plan to attend so we can hold tickets for your group.

The show for February is Wonders of the Universe. Travel 14 billion years from the birth of the Universe to our home planet. Along the way visit galaxies near and far and see the Milky Way from the outside. On the way home visit huge clouds forming stars before your eyes, witness the cataclysm of star death, and enjoy the parade of planets as you sweep into the Solar System.

During Astronomy Nights, we also offer telescope viewing of the Moon, planets, and other celestial sights. Unlike the planetarium shows, telescope viewing will only occur if the weather permits."

For more information or to discuss group tickets, contact Kevin Healy at:

Phone: 480-461-7027

E-mail: khealy@mesacc.edu

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