Greetings   Friend,

This Saturday October 16th , we invite you to join us at the Ontario Science Centre, located at the SW corner of
Don Mills and Eglinton Avenue in Toronto for a day long Celebration.

Along with a number of other colleagues, we will be there to share the wonders of the Universe.

If you are able to join us, we look forward to seeing you there! 

WORKSHOPS
Stargazing 101 - Learn How to Use your Telescope
Studio 2, Level 2 - 11:00 & 2:30
Experts from Khan Scope Centre will share tips and tricks that make using an astronomical telescope easy

Here is the complete Agenda:

Toronto’s astronomical community invites you to discover the history of astronomy and humanity’s relationship with the night sky. Join us for an all-day festival of activities - free with General Admission to the Science Centre..  Paid parking is available on site.

SPEAKERS
Enjoy presentations by award-winning science communicators, including:

• 11:00 - One World, One Sky: The Big Picture
  John Percy, University of Toronto 
• 12:00 - Astronomy: A First Nations Perspective
  Wilfred Buck, Manitoba First Nations Education Resource Centre
• 1:00 - Communicating Astronomy Across Cultures
  Julieta Fierro, National University of Mexico 
• 2:00 - Superstars of the Maya Universe
  Ian McGregor, Royal Ontario Museum
• 3:00 - Astronomy in Islam and Controversy in the Copernican Revolution
  Teri Gee, University of Toronto
• 3:30 - Educator panel: Communicating Astronomy to Diverse Audiences. 

TELUSCAPE (outside Main Entrance)
Solar Observing - 10:00 - 2:00 
Observing of the Sun’s dynamic surface through safely-filtered solar telescopes *weather permitting   P&G GREAT HALL - ALL DAY
Ask an Astronomer
Have a question about astronomy? Astronomy and astrophysics students from the University of Toronto and York University will be equipped with space-themed props, eager to answer your questions.  
Make a Comet
Discovery their origins and learn why ancients regarded them as ill omens.  
Star Stories
Join storyteller Rita Cox for tales of the night sky from around the world.  
The Amazing Space Race
Team up in a race to build a Space Station using everyday materials.  
Gravity Waves
Explore the fabric of space-time with University of Toronto astronomy students.
Royal Astronomical Society of Canada
Pick up tips and take-aways to help you observe the night sky.  
The World in Space Exhibition
Learn about astronauts from thirty eight (38) countries who have contributed to the development and innovations of space travel and everyday life.  
Northern Lights Multimedia Installation
Experience the beauty of nature’s most beautiful light show.  
A Star is Born
Delight in the cosmic-design of this award winning costume from the 2010 Caribana festival.     FILM
Cosmic Africa  - Studio 2, Level 2 - 10:30; 12:00; 1:30 & 3:30 
Explore African astronomy in the award-winning film Cosmic Africa. This film documents the life of Thebe Medupe, a South African boy living in abject poverty, who became enchanted with the stars. Seeking inspiration within the rich culture of African sky lore, he grew to become one of South Africa's leading astrophysicists. Beautifully filmed in high definition (74 minutes).     PLANETARIUM SHOWS
Astronomy through the Ages 
CA Technologies Planetarium, Level 4 - 12:00 & 3:00 
This live show explores the question: Why do we look up?  Explore the history of astronomy from the time of the ancient Greeks, to Galileo's use of the telescope 400 years ago, and learn about the contributions made by Islamic Astronomers during the European Dark Ages.     WORKSHOPS
Stargazing 101 - Learn How to Use your Telescope
Studio 2, Level 2 - 11:00 & 2:30
Experts from Khan Scope Centre will share tips and tricks that make using an astronomical telescope easy

 

website: www.khanscope.com

Khan Scope Centre
3243 Dufferin Street
Toronto, Ontario. Canada
M6A 2T2
Phone: 416 783 4140   Toll Free 1 800 580 1760

email: info@khanscope.com

fax: 416 352 1701

your feedback and comments are welcome: info@khanscope.com

Business Hours:  Mon to Wed: 10-7
                          Thurs: 10-8
                          Fri and Sat: 10-7
                          Sun: 11-6