Super Stellar Friday: “The Perseids Are Coming!”

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Dates:	Friday, August 7, 2009
Hours:	7 PM
Ages:	Kids, Teens, Adults
In/Outdoor:	Indoor, Outdoor
Cost:	see below
Category:	Science & Technology

Learn about meteors and meteor showers with Discovery Center Educator John Gianforte. Then enjoy a variety of meteors on display and watch as a meteorite is cut open with meteorite experts, Mike and Jane Gallant – and take home your very own piece of “space”! NASA MESSENGER Educator Dr. Christina Dorr and Discovery Center Educator Joan Blackwood will be present with more hands-on activities. There will be plenty of objects to touch and discover in this family oriented interactive program in the new education group room!

Following the program will be a FREE Skywatch outside with the New Hampshire Astronomical Society. Telescope viewing begins at dusk (weather permitting).

Recommended for ages 5+. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. Exhibit area will be closed after 5 PM and unavailable during this program. Complimentary exhibit hall passes will be issued to everyone in attendance.

COST

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$9 Adult, $6 Child (3-12), $8 Student/Senior. Free for Members.

WEBSITE

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starhop.com/plan-your-visit/event-details.aspx?id=70

LOCATION

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2 Institute Drive, Concord, NH, 03301 map
Phone: (603) 271-7827

15E off I93. Take exit 1 and follow the signs to the Discovery Center. Look for the 92' Mercury-Redstone Rocket!