Some of Our Shows Presently Available
Updated 3/26/2008
Programs Recommended for Young Audiences
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Don't Duck, Look Up!
A story of a baby duck's first day and night outdoors. He sees the blue sky,
sun rising in the East and setting in the West, clouds, and rain. When it
gets dark, he joins his barnyard friends to make pictures in the night sky.
The phases of the moon are also covered. Length 25 min. (A personal
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George and Oatmeal Save Santa
Our Christmas show for our "little people". A snowman "Oatmeal" gets help from a wizard "George" to find Santa who got lost after delivering his presents. Stories of the constellations from different lands are presented. Includes a sing-along segment of "Follow the Drinking Gourd". Length 25 min. |
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Our Solar System
A show about the solar system from Japan. Brief, bouncy, animated tour of the solar system. Basic planet information, Uranus, Neptune and Pluto are barely mentioned. Very basic show. Length 10 min. |
Wilbear’s Adventure
A young bear named Wilbear wants to fly. His Grampa Bear tells him the story of the Wright Brothers and how they learned to fly. Flight and rocket theory are covered. Length 25 min. (A personal favorite) |
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General Public Shows for All Ages
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Astronaut
What does it take to become an astronaut? Narrated by Ewan McGregor, this 3D-CG animated program shows the training and what is expected of astronauts who go into space. We visit the Space Shuttle and tour the International Space Station. Length 30 min. Not recommended for people who are easily affected by vertigo. (A personal favorite) |
The Aurora
Shimmering lights softly illuminate the clear dark skies. Learn what causes these mysterious lights and by using actual time lapse photography, witness the splendor which is the Aurora. Length 12 min. |
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Black Holes
Incorporating several of the latest theories regarding black holes. This full-length production features scientifically accurate 3-D simulations of black holes and the strange relativistic effects they can create. Narrated by John de Lancie, also know as "Q" of the Star Trek series. Topics include: How are super massive black holes made? Where did the idea of a black hole come from? What was Einstein's connection to them? How do we detect them? What would happen if you were to approach one? Will the Earth ever get sucked into a black hole? Length 37 minutes. Not recommended for people who are easily affected by vertigo. (A personal favorite) |
Blown Away - The Wild World of Weather
You will be blown away by this look at the fascinating world of weather as they are placed inside a thunderstorm, swept into a tornado and whisked upwards for a view from space of dynamic weather. You will explore the Water Cycle, how storms develop, and team safety tips about lightning, tornadoes, and hurricanes. Length 45 min. Not recommended for people who are easily affected by vertigo. (A personal favorite) |
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The Cowboy Astronomer Narrated by Cowboy humorist Baxter Black. Baxter relates his fascination with the night sky from an early age to the present. A folksy tale of traditional and non-traditional stories of the constellations. Length 35 min. |
Follow the Drinking Gourd
Our Black History program explains a coded song taught to Civil War era slaves so they may use the "Big Dipper" to find their way to freedom in the north. The concept of seasons and some major constellation are covered. Length 25 min. |
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Hubble Vision 2
Hubble has been in space a long time and has taught us much about the universe. Many Hubble discoveries are covered such as: planet views, types of stars, and galaxies. Length 35 min. |
Moon Dreams
Explores the origin of our moon and how it has affected life on earth. Length 25 min. |
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Oceans in Space
Narrated by Star Trek's Avery Brooks, this show explores the need for water to support life as we know it and searches our Solar System (Earth, Mars, Europa) for its existence. Length 35 min. |
Season of Light
Our traditional Christmas offering narrated by NPR's Noah Adams. This show covers the various celebrations around the world which occur on or around the Winter Solstice. Extensive time is given to the traditional Christmas Story. Length 35 min. |
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Seasonal Stargazing
Your choice of 4 shows (one for each season) covering basic constellation and star identification. Each show is available in a 7 ½ and a 14 minute version. |
The Secret of the Cardboard Rocket
Two children imagine visiting the planets of the solar system in a cardboard rocket. They are accompanied by an Astronomy book they borrowed from the library. Length 45 min. |
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Sky Quest Narrated by Star Trek's Roxann Dawson, a young woman talks about what inspired her to become an astronomer. Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn are covered. Constellation identified are: Ursa Major. Leo, and Orion. Star types are also discussed. Length 35 min (A personal favorite) |
The Sky Tonight
A "live" tour of our nighttime sky. We use our MEDIAGLOBE star projector to show the constellations of the night sky. Length 15 min (approximately).
For further information call us at 985-785-8471.
St. Charles Parish Library Planetarium 105 Lakewood Dr., Luling
Showtimes
Mondays & Wednesdays 6:30pm and 7:30pm
Saturdays 10am and 2pm
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