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Mayan Archeoastronomy: Observers of the Universe at the Edelman Planetarium
In a feast of colors and sounds, Mayan Archaeoastronomy: Observers of the Universe makes a tour of 6 Mayan temples: San Gervasio, Chichen Itzá, Uxmal, Edzná, Palenque and Bonampak where the spectator dives into a Mayan world of knowledge about the importance of the orientations of its temples in relation to the movement of some stars like the Sun, the Moon and Venus. Mayan Archeoastronomy is being shown at the Edelman Planetarium at Rowan University. Tickets are $5 for adults,…
Find out more »Dark Matter Mystery at the Edelman Planetarium
What keeps Galaxies together? What are the building blocks of the Universe? What makes the Universe look the way it looks today? Researchers all around the world try to answer these questions. We know today that approximately a quarter of the Universe is filled with a mysterious glue: Dark Matter. We know that it is out there. But we have no idea what it is made out of. Dark Matter Mystery is being shown at the Edelman Planetarium at Rowan…
Find out more »Einstein’s Gravity Playlist at the Edelman Planetarium
Explore the ripples in space-time known as gravitational waves. Albert Einstein first predicted the existence of gravitational waves in 1916, and a century later, scientists detected these waves using incredibly precise laser technology here on Earth. In honor of this long-anticipated detection, the scientists who created the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory (LIGO) won the Nobel Prize in Physics in 2017. In this show, viewers follow Lucia, a PhD student in physics, on an exploration of how gravitational waves are formed,…
Find out more »Laser Metallica at the Edelman Planetarium
Edelman Planetarium's laser light shows use our new state of the art projection system from Laser Fantasy to treat your eyes and ears to an experience of your favorite bands like none other! Eye of the Beholder Battery Enter Sandman One Sad But True PLUS MORE!!! Tickets are $5 for adults, $3 for children, seniors and Rowan students. Tickets will go on sale soon!
Find out more »Einstein’s Gravity Playlist at the Edelman Planetarium
Explore the ripples in space-time known as gravitational waves. Albert Einstein first predicted the existence of gravitational waves in 1916, and a century later, scientists detected these waves using incredibly precise laser technology here on Earth. In honor of this long-anticipated detection, the scientists who created the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory (LIGO) won the Nobel Prize in Physics in 2017. In this show, viewers follow Lucia, a PhD student in physics, on an exploration of how gravitational waves are formed,…
Find out more »Glassboro Memorial Day Parade
Glassboro Memorial Day Parade Committee would like to invite you to participate in our annual parade honoring our fallen. This event dates back over 100 years and is steeped in tradition and pride. Each year we strive to provide an experience that brings the community together to honor our war heroes. This year's parade is on May 28th from 10:00am - 12:00pm. Complete details, forms, registrations, parade route and other useful information here: https://www.glassboro.org/memorial-day-2018/
Find out more »Monroe Township Memorial Day Parade
Gather at St Mary’s parade starts at 11:00 walk north to the Veterans Memorial for wreath laying. Call 856-728-9840 for more info or for Participation
Find out more »Laser Zeppelin at the Edelman Planetarium
Edelman Planetarium's laser light shows use our new state of the art projection system from Laser Fantasy to treat your eyes and ears to an experience of your favorite bands like none other! In the Evening Ramble On Black Dog Stairway to Heaven D'yer Mak'er PLUS MORE!!! Laser Zeppelin is being shown at the Edelman Planetarium at Rowan University. Tickets are $5 for adults, $3 for children, seniors and Rowan students. Tickets will go on sale soon! *Please note that…
Find out more »Gloucester County Movies in the Park
Gloucester County celebrates Summer with Free Family Movies in the Park! What is the Gloucester County Free Summer Movies in the Park Series? Gather the family to bring your blankets and chairs to catch a free movie anywhere throughout the county all summer long!Unless otherwise noted, the rain date for all movies will be the next day. All Gloucester County Free Summer Movies begin at Dusk (8:00-8:30). Movies are provided by the county and titles are chosen by each municipality. Gloucester…
Find out more »Home Depot Kids Workshop
Classic Car - June 2, 9 AM - 12 PM Share the nostalgic pastime of car modeling with your child in our classic car hands-on workshop. Together you can build a vintage General Motors-style wooden car to put on display or take for a ride “with no particular place to go. Once your vehicle is built, your child can customize it with paint and stickers. All Kids Workshop attendees must be accompanied by a parent or adult at all times.…
Find out more »Michael’s Kids Club
Check your local Michaels store for participation $2 or $5 PER PROJECT, SUPPLIES INCLUDED. Kids 3 and up can enjoy a quick project. Sign up in store or just drop in. Parent or guardian must remain on premises. 10 AM - 12 PM Mothers Day Card May 5 Flower Bouquet May 12 Pineapple Craft May 19 Flamingo Craft May 26 Sloth Craft June 2 Cactus Project June 9 Father's Day Card June 16 Bug Project June 23 Sun Catcher/Ornament…
Find out more »Gloucester Township Day
Join us as we recognize our scholarship recipients and enjoy many activities on Gloucester Township Day! This day is filled with rides, games, music, food and more and is fun for the whole family! We finish the celebration of our Township with beautiful fireworks which begin at 9:15 pm. This event is on June 2nd from 12:00pm - 10:00pm with a rain date of June 3rd.
Find out more »Mayan Archeoastronomy: Observers of the Universe at the Edelman Planetarium
In a feast of colors and sounds, Mayan Archaeoastronomy: Observers of the Universe makes a tour of 6 Mayan temples: San Gervasio, Chichen Itzá, Uxmal, Edzná, Palenque and Bonampak where the spectator dives into a Mayan world of knowledge about the importance of the orientations of its temples in relation to the movement of some stars like the Sun, the Moon and Venus. Mayan Archeoastronomy is being shown at the Edelman Planetarium at Rowan University. Tickets are $5 for adults,…
Find out more »Dark Matter Mystery at the Edelman Planetarium
What keeps Galaxies together? What are the building blocks of the Universe? What makes the Universe look the way it looks today? Researchers all around the world try to answer these questions. We know today that approximately a quarter of the Universe is filled with a mysterious glue: Dark Matter. We know that it is out there. But we have no idea what it is made out of. Dark Matter Mystery is being shown at the Edelman Planetarium at Rowan…
Find out more »Einstein’s Gravity Playlist at the Edelman Planetarium
Explore the ripples in space-time known as gravitational waves. Albert Einstein first predicted the existence of gravitational waves in 1916, and a century later, scientists detected these waves using incredibly precise laser technology here on Earth. In honor of this long-anticipated detection, the scientists who created the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory (LIGO) won the Nobel Prize in Physics in 2017. In this show, viewers follow Lucia, a PhD student in physics, on an exploration of how gravitational waves are formed,…
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