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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250815T193000
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UID:5706-1755286200-1755289800@hrpo.lsu.edu
SUMMARY:Friday Night Lecture Series: "Current Status of Spaceflight"
DESCRIPTION:We are all following the progress of the James Webb\, Kepler\, Psyche and of course Artemis. What delays are coming\, and why? Which ones are on schedule? Center Supervisor James DeOliveira presents. [For ages fourteen and older. No admission fee.]
URL:https://hrpo.lsu.edu/event/friday-night-lecture-series-current-status-of-spaceflight-2/
LOCATION:Highland Road Park Observatory
CATEGORIES:August 2025
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250813T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250813T144500
DTSTAMP:20260505T155504
CREATED:20250801T215838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T170622Z
UID:5708-1755085500-1755096300@hrpo.lsu.edu
SUMMARY:Solar Viewing
DESCRIPTION:Solar Viewing will end at 1:15pm. \nWeather permitting\, viewing of the Sun’s image in four different manners (indirectly onto a white surface\, directly with safely-filtered optical light\, directly in hydrogen-alpha wavelength and directly in calcium-K wavelength) will take place. During this time the Sun will be in the constellation Leo at a maximum altitude of 74°. Protective clothing and sunscreen are recommended. \nThis special session of solar viewing is programmed due to the predicted increase in solar activity due to Solar Cycle 25. [For ages six and older. No admission fee.] \nNOAA Forecast (Fair): precipitation potential 33%\, sky cover 33%\, relative humidity 76%\, temperature 32C\, heat index 41C\, wind W 3 km/h
URL:https://hrpo.lsu.edu/event/solar-viewing-38/
LOCATION:Highland Road Park Observatory
CATEGORIES:August 2025
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250812T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250813T020000
DTSTAMP:20260505T155504
CREATED:20250801T195601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T005831Z
UID:5704-1755036000-1755050400@hrpo.lsu.edu
SUMMARY:Perseid Meteor Shower
DESCRIPTION:The Perseids are one of the major meteor showers of the year\, caused by debris left from the passings of Comet Swift-Tuttle. Come learn about meteors and let’s see if we can spot some “earthgrazers”. Although telescopes aren’t used for meteor hunting\, we’ll have at least one available until 12am for leisurely gazing at other celestial objects. Look fast for the meteors! Perseid meteoroids hit our atmosphere traveling about sixty kilometers per second. If you’re vigilant\, you may see a fireball…. [For ages six and older. No admission fee. Visitors must adhere to all rules.] \nNOAA Forecast (Fair): precipitation potential 6%\, sky cover 52%\, relative humidity 93%\, temperature 26C\, heat index 27C\, wind SE 2 km/h
URL:https://hrpo.lsu.edu/event/perseid-meteor-shower-3/
LOCATION:Highland Road Park Observatory
CATEGORIES:August 2025
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250811T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250811T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T155504
CREATED:20250801T194101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T194101Z
UID:5702-1754938800-1754946000@hrpo.lsu.edu
SUMMARY:Baton Rouge Astronomical Society Meeting
DESCRIPTION:For over four decades the Baton Rouge Astronomical Society has educated countless numbers of citizens in the joys of planetary and deep-sky gazing\, and factors to consider when buying a pair of binoculars or a telescope. Over the years BRAS members have constructed their own telescopes and photographic platforms; imaged comets; earned observing certificates; and discovered asteroids. Anyone interested in learning more about BRAS is invited to attend. [For ages fourteen and older. No admission fee.]
URL:https://hrpo.lsu.edu/event/baton-rouge-astronomical-society-meeting-28/
LOCATION:Highland Road Park Observatory
CATEGORIES:August 2025
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250809T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250809T220000
DTSTAMP:20260505T155504
CREATED:20250801T192955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250809T221254Z
UID:5700-1754767800-1754776800@hrpo.lsu.edu
SUMMARY:Evening Sky Viewing
DESCRIPTION:Sunset\, 7:51pm CDT. \nWeather permitting\, viewing through one or more telescopes will take place. During this time the waning gibbous Moon will be at a maximum altitude of 18° in Aquarius. Please keep headlights off while parking and leaving. Drive slowly! [For ages six and older. No admission fee.] \nNOAA Forecast (Good): precipitation potential 3%\, sky cover 32%\, relative humidity 77%\, temperature 28C\, heat index 31C\, wind SE 5 km/h \nTwilight Ends\, 9:19pm CDT.
URL:https://hrpo.lsu.edu/event/evening-sky-viewing-167/
LOCATION:Highland Road Park Observatory
CATEGORIES:August 2025
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250809T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250817T120000
DTSTAMP:20260505T155504
CREATED:20250801T184611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T184611Z
UID:5696-1754733600-1755432000@hrpo.lsu.edu
SUMMARY:Science Academy: "ISS Expedition 11"
DESCRIPTION:The International Space Station is one of the greatest engineering feats in human history. From April 2005 to October 2005\, Sergei Krikalev and John Phillips conducted experiments and did what few have done-–lived off the Earth. Cadets will build on the circuit board and sample the astronauts’ menu! [For ages eight to twelve. $5 per EBR-Parish Cadet; $6 per other-Parish Cadet.] \nTo register\, go to www.brec.org\, access the registration function and use Activity Number 231320.
URL:https://hrpo.lsu.edu/event/science-academy-iss-expedition-11/
LOCATION:Highland Road Park Observatory
CATEGORIES:August 2025
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250808T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250808T220000
DTSTAMP:20260505T155504
CREATED:20250730T030722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T232011Z
UID:5683-1754685000-1754690400@hrpo.lsu.edu
SUMMARY:Evening Sky Viewing
DESCRIPTION:Sunset\, 7:52pm CDT. \nWeather permitting\, viewing through one or more telescopes will take place. During this time the Full Moon will be at a maximum altitude of 23° in Capricornus. Please keep headlights off while parking and leaving. Drive slowly! [For ages six and older. No admission fee.] \nNOAA Forecast (Good): precipitation potential 3%\, sky cover 32%\, relative humidity 82%\, temperature 27C\, heat index 31C\, wind SE 3 km/h \nTwilight Ends\, 9:21pm CDT.
URL:https://hrpo.lsu.edu/event/evening-sky-viewing-166/
LOCATION:Highland Road Park Observatory
CATEGORIES:August 2025
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250808T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250808T203000
DTSTAMP:20260505T155504
CREATED:20250730T024936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T024936Z
UID:5681-1754681400-1754685000@hrpo.lsu.edu
SUMMARY:Friday Night Lecture Series: "Sirius and Canopus"
DESCRIPTION:The two brightest stars in the night sky cannot both be seen if your location is too far north on the North American continent. Baton Rougeans know them as a guiding pair–the gatekeepers between the winter and spring skies. [For ages fourteen and older. No admission fee.]
URL:https://hrpo.lsu.edu/event/friday-night-lecture-series-sirius-and-canopus/
LOCATION:Highland Road Park Observatory
CATEGORIES:August 2025
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T220000
DTSTAMP:20260505T155504
CREATED:20250725T215416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T223552Z
UID:5672-1754163000-1754172000@hrpo.lsu.edu
SUMMARY:Evening Sky Viewing
DESCRIPTION:The 20OGS will not be in operation. HRPO will close by at least 9:30pm. \nWeather permitting\, viewing through one or more telescopes will take place. During this time the waxing gibbous Moon will be at a maximum altitude of 35° in Libra. Please keep headlights off while parking and leaving. Drive slowly! [For ages six and older. No admission fee.] \nNOAA Forecast (Poor): precipitation potential 20%\, sky cover 62%\, relative humidity 93%\, temperature 27C\, heat index 29C\, wind N 4 km/h \nSunset\, 7:57pm CDT. Twilight Ends\, 9:27pm CDT.
URL:https://hrpo.lsu.edu/event/evening-sky-viewing-165/
LOCATION:Highland Road Park Observatory
CATEGORIES:August 2025
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T120000
DTSTAMP:20260505T155504
CREATED:20250725T204937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T204937Z
UID:5670-1754128800-1754136000@hrpo.lsu.edu
SUMMARY:Science Academy: "Dwarf Planets"
DESCRIPTION:This relatively new category is fraught with frustration and awe. Cadets will explore the lesser-known objects in the far reaches of our Galaxy! [For ages eight to twelve. $5 per EBR-Parish Cadet; $6 per other-Parish Cadet.] \nTo register\, go to www.brec.org\, access the registration function and use Activity Number 231320.
URL:https://hrpo.lsu.edu/event/science-academy-dwarf-planets/
LOCATION:Highland Road Park Observatory
CATEGORIES:August 2025
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250801T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250801T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T155504
CREATED:20250725T203351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T192152Z
UID:5668-1754067600-1754082000@hrpo.lsu.edu
SUMMARY:A Galaxy of Games
DESCRIPTION:Postponed until September. HRPO will close at least by 8pm. \nThis one-time-only open house will showcase those non-electronic tabletop challenges that incorporate an astronomy or STEM theme! [For ages twelve and older. Drinks.] \nNOAA Forecast (Bad): precipitation potential 36%\, sky cover 57%\, relative humidity 85%\, temperature 29C\, heat index 36C\, wind W 3 km/h
URL:https://hrpo.lsu.edu/event/a-galaxy-of-games/
LOCATION:Highland Road Park Observatory
CATEGORIES:August 2025
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