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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241116T190000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241116T231650Z
UID:4468-1731783600-1731794400@hrpo.lsu.edu
SUMMARY:Plus Night: "The Uranian Opposition"
DESCRIPTION:As the firepit is under construction for upgrading\, there will be no marshmallow roast. \nWeather permitting\, viewing through one or more telescopes will take place. There will also be physical science demonstrations\, a marshmallow roast\, a sky tour and a game for kids to earn small prizes. During this time the waning gibbous Moon will be at a maximum altitude of 50° in Taurus. Please keep headlights off while parking and leaving. Drive slowly! [For ages six and older. No admission fee.] \nNOAA Forecast (Good): precipitation potential 0%\, sky cover 42%\, relative humidity 92%\, temperature 19C\, wind E 7 km/hr
URL:https://hrpo.lsu.edu/event/plus-night-the-uranian-opposition/
LOCATION:Highland Road Park Observatory
CATEGORIES:November 2024
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241122T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241122T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173430
CREATED:20241116T001925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T204720Z
UID:4470-1732293000-1732307400@hrpo.lsu.edu
SUMMARY:Natural Sky Conference
DESCRIPTION:Quite possibly the most important four hours a stakeholder will spend at HRPO this year will be the networking gathering allowing the facility’s parents\, BRAS members and LSU astronomy students to talk to those organizations in the area that have the greatest ability to curb light pollution. [Drinks. For ages fourteen and older. No admission fee.] \nNOAA Forecast (Excellent): precipitation potential 1%\, sky cover 0%\, relative humidity 61%\, temperature 13C\, wind NW 5 km/hr
URL:https://hrpo.lsu.edu/event/natural-sky-conference-2/
LOCATION:Highland Road Park Observatory
CATEGORIES:November 2024
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241123T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241123T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173430
CREATED:20241116T231353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241116T231353Z
UID:4475-1732356000-1732363200@hrpo.lsu.edu
SUMMARY:Science Academy: "Jupiter"
DESCRIPTION:It spins completely around in fewer than ten Earth hours. It is the “vacuum cleaner” of the Solar System\, pulling in asteroids and meteoroids very often before those objects can strike other locations. It has dozens of moons\, the largest four of which can be seen from Earth as they cross in front of or pass behind their parent planet. Cadets will investigate Jupiter! [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 531990.
URL:https://hrpo.lsu.edu/event/science-academy-jupiter/
LOCATION:Highland Road Park Observatory
CATEGORIES:November 2024
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241123T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241123T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173430
CREATED:20241116T232130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241123T232910Z
UID:4479-1732390200-1732399200@hrpo.lsu.edu
SUMMARY:Evening Sky Viewing
DESCRIPTION:Weather permitting\, viewing through one or more telescopes will take place. During this time the waning crescent Moon will be below the horizon. Please keep headlights off while parking and leaving. Drive slowly! [For ages six and older. No admission fee.] \nNOAA Forecast (Excellent): precipitation potential 0%\, sky cover 1%\, relative humidity 80%\, temperature 12C\, wind SE 2 km/hr
URL:https://hrpo.lsu.edu/event/evening-sky-viewing-115/
LOCATION:Highland Road Park Observatory
CATEGORIES:November 2024
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241130T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241130T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173430
CREATED:20241116T232904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241130T180836Z
UID:4483-1732968000-1732975200@hrpo.lsu.edu
SUMMARY:Solar Viewing
DESCRIPTION:Weather permitting\, viewing of the Sun’s image in three different manners (indirectly onto a white surface\, directly with safely-filtered optical light and directly in hydrogen-alpha wavelength) will take place. During this time the Sun will be in the constellation Ophiuchus at a maximum altitude of 38°. Protective clothing and sunscreen are recommended. [For ages six and older. No admission fee.] \nNOAA Forecast (Excellent): precipitation potential 0%\, sky cover 10%\, relative humidity 46%\, temperature 13C\, wind E 8 km/hr
URL:https://hrpo.lsu.edu/event/solar-viewing-24/
LOCATION:Highland Road Park Observatory
CATEGORIES:November 2024
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241130T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241130T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173430
CREATED:20241116T233130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241116T233130Z
UID:4485-1732977000-1732991400@hrpo.lsu.edu
SUMMARY:STEM Expansion: "Planetary Speedsters"
DESCRIPTION:This program offers advanced topics\, activity extensions and all-new games and demonstrations to older youth. Certificates are earned and archived as well as modern experiments take place. There are also giveaways and door prizes. [For ages twelve to sixteen. $15 per EBR parish registrant; $18 per other-parish registrant. Register via WebTrac; use activity number 531993. Deadline for online registration is 6pm the day (Friday) before.]
URL:https://hrpo.lsu.edu/event/stem-expansion-planetary-speedsters/
LOCATION:Highland Road Park Observatory
CATEGORIES:November 2024
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241130T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241130T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173430
CREATED:20241130T181622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241130T224620Z
UID:4496-1732995000-1733004000@hrpo.lsu.edu
SUMMARY:Evening Sky Viewing
DESCRIPTION:Weather permitting\, viewing through one or more telescopes will take place. During this time the waning crescent Moon will be below the horizon. Please keep headlights off while parking and leaving. Drive slowly! NOTE: Continuing tradition\, at the end of this Thanksgiving Saturday session personnel will attempt a viewing of the Christmas Tree Cluster. [For ages six and older. No admission fee.] \nNOAA Forecast (Excellent): precipitation potential 0%\, sky cover 11%\, relative humidity 72%\, temperature 8C\, wind E 3 km/h
URL:https://hrpo.lsu.edu/event/evening-sky-viewing-116/
LOCATION:Highland Road Park Observatory
CATEGORIES:November 2024
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241206T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241206T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173430
CREATED:20241205T215928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T220041Z
UID:4504-1733513400-1733517000@hrpo.lsu.edu
SUMMARY:Friday Night Lecture Series: "The Future is Ours"
DESCRIPTION:As we approach the beginning of 2024’s Winter\, this once-only discussion will outline the many different ways the upcoming four to five years will see incredible growth locally and beyond in skygazing and other STEM-based hobbies. The possibilities are as endless as the opportunities. [Postponed from 1 November. For ages fourteen and older. No admission fee.]
URL:https://hrpo.lsu.edu/event/4504/
LOCATION:Highland Road Park Observatory
CATEGORIES:December 2024
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241206T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241206T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173430
CREATED:20241205T221410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T234335Z
UID:4508-1733517000-1733522400@hrpo.lsu.edu
SUMMARY:Evening Sky Viewing
DESCRIPTION:Weather permitting\, viewing through one or more telescopes will take place. During this time the waxing crescent Moon will be at a maximum altitude of 20° in Capricornus. Please keep headlights off while parking and leaving. Drive slowly! [For ages six and older. No admission fee.] \nNOAA Forecast (Very Good): precipitation potential 0%\, sky cover 36%\, relative humidity 73%\, temperature 6C\, wind NE 5 km/h
URL:https://hrpo.lsu.edu/event/evening-sky-viewing-117/
LOCATION:Highland Road Park Observatory
CATEGORIES:December 2024
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173430
CREATED:20241205T222520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T222520Z
UID:4510-1733565600-1733572800@hrpo.lsu.edu
SUMMARY:Science Academy: "Kites and Parachutes"
DESCRIPTION:A kite is a heavier-than-air “wing” that flies on the currents while directed by a control line. If a parachute can help bring a rover safely to the Martian landscape\, it can do the same for you. Cadets will investigate the history of kites and parachutes. [For ages eight to twelve. $5 per EBR-Parish Cadet; $6 per other-Parish Cadet. To register go to www.brec.org\, access the registration function and use Activity Number 531990.]
URL:https://hrpo.lsu.edu/event/science-academy-kites-and-parachutes/
LOCATION:Highland Road Park Observatory
CATEGORIES:December 2024
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173430
CREATED:20241205T224426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241207T230230Z
UID:4512-1733599800-1733607000@hrpo.lsu.edu
SUMMARY:Jovian Opposition
DESCRIPTION:Jupiter is exactly 180 degrees from the Sun\, rising as the Sun is setting. On this night we are the closest we’ll be to Jupiter all year! Weather permitting\, viewing of Jupiter will take place. [For ages six and older. No admission fee. Binocular recommended.] \nNOAA Forecast (Poor): precipitation potential 12%\, sky cover 77%\, relative humidity 77%\, temperature 11C\, wind E 3 km/h
URL:https://hrpo.lsu.edu/event/4512/
LOCATION:Highland Road Park Observatory
CATEGORIES:December 2024
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241209T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241209T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173430
CREATED:20241205T224847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T224847Z
UID:4516-1733770800-1733778000@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-20/
LOCATION:Highland Road Park Observatory
CATEGORIES:December 2024
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241212T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241213T010000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173430
CREATED:20241205T231349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T004149Z
UID:4518-1734037200-1734051600@hrpo.lsu.edu
SUMMARY:Geminid Meteor Shower
DESCRIPTION:The Geminid meteors\, in addition to being part of one of the most reliable showers of the year\, are quite intriguing and were first noticed in the 1860s. For this one viewing period the public is welcome to arrive for sky viewing. Due to the light pollution problem here in the Baton Rouge area\, it is feasible to attempt viewing of this major shower only during its peak time. The waxing crescent Moon will be below the horizon. [For ages six and older. No admission fee.] \nNOAA Forecast (Very Good): precipitation potential 0%\, sky cover 16%\, relative humidity 85%\, temperature 7C\, wind E 4 km/h
URL:https://hrpo.lsu.edu/event/geminid-meteor-shower-2/
LOCATION:Highland Road Park Observatory
CATEGORIES:December 2024
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241213T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241213T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173430
CREATED:20241205T231855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T231855Z
UID:4520-1734118200-1734121800@hrpo.lsu.edu
SUMMARY:Friday Night Lecture Series: "Journeys to the Moon"
DESCRIPTION:Since antiquity\, humankind has been voyaging to the Moon with imagination and curiosity. This presentation helmed by Center Supervisor James DeOliveira introduces the beginners to making his or her own observations. Neither a rocket nor a spacecraft is required! [For ages fourteen and older. No admission fee.]
URL:https://hrpo.lsu.edu/event/friday-night-lecture-series-journeys-to-the-moon/
LOCATION:Highland Road Park Observatory
CATEGORIES:December 2024
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241213T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241213T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173430
CREATED:20241205T233323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T235733Z
UID:4522-1734121800-1734127200@hrpo.lsu.edu
SUMMARY:Evening Sky Viewing
DESCRIPTION:The 20OGS will not be available due to ongoing LSU maintenance. Viewing will take place on the front pad. \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 78° in Taurus. Please keep headlights off while parking and leaving. Drive slowly! [For ages six and older. No admission fee.] \nNOAA Forecast (Good): precipitation potential 1%\, sky cover 32%\, relative humidity 93%\, temperature 14C\, wind E 11 km/h
URL:https://hrpo.lsu.edu/event/evening-sky-viewing-118/
LOCATION:Highland Road Park Observatory
CATEGORIES:December 2024
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241214T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173430
CREATED:20241210T211121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241210T211121Z
UID:4546-1734170400-1734177600@hrpo.lsu.edu
SUMMARY:Science Academy: "Helicopters and Airplanes"
DESCRIPTION:Cadets will investigate the flying machines that have been with us for over a century. [For ages eight to twelve. $5 per EBR-Parish Cadet; $6 per other-Parish Cadet. To register go to www.brec.org\, access the registration function and use Activity Number 531990.]
URL:https://hrpo.lsu.edu/event/science-academy-helicopters-and-airplanes/
LOCATION:Highland Road Park Observatory
CATEGORIES:December 2024
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241214T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241214T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173430
CREATED:20241210T211313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241210T211313Z
UID:4548-1734199200-1734206400@hrpo.lsu.edu
SUMMARY:Light Pollution Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Light Pollution Committee is an education effort overseen by the Baton Rouge Astronomical Society. The public is invited. The LPC teaches people what light pollution is\, what the different types of light pollution are\, how they are detrimental and how to determine if any particular location has a light pollution problem. [For ages fourteen and older. No admission fee.]
URL:https://hrpo.lsu.edu/event/light-pollution-committee-meeting-17/
LOCATION:Highland Road Park Observatory
CATEGORIES:December 2024
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241214T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241214T223000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173430
CREATED:20241210T212115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241214T231520Z
UID:4550-1734206400-1734215400@hrpo.lsu.edu
SUMMARY:Evening Sky Viewing
DESCRIPTION:The 20OGS will not be available due to ongoing LSU maintenance. Viewing will take place on the front pad. \nWeather permitting\, viewing through one or more telescopes will take place. During this time the Full Moon will be at a maximum altitude of 73° in Taurus. Please keep headlights off while parking and leaving. Drive slowly! [For ages six and older. No admission fee.] \nNOAA Forecast (Fair): precipitation potential 3%\, sky cover 50%\, relative humidity 93%\, temperature 18C\, wind SE 10 km/h
URL:https://hrpo.lsu.edu/event/evening-sky-viewing-119/
LOCATION:Highland Road Park Observatory
CATEGORIES:December 2024
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241220T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241220T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173430
CREATED:20241213T012349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T012349Z
UID:4557-1734690600-1734701400@hrpo.lsu.edu
SUMMARY:Solar Viewing
DESCRIPTION:Weather permitting\, viewing of the Sun’s image in three different manners (indirectly onto a white surface\, directly with safely-filtered optical light and directly in hydrogen-alpha wavelength) will take place. During this time the Sun will be in the constellation Sagittarius at a maximum altitude of 36°. 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.]
URL:https://hrpo.lsu.edu/event/solar-viewing-25/
LOCATION:Highland Road Park Observatory
CATEGORIES:December 2024
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241220T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241220T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173430
CREATED:20241213T012945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T013011Z
UID:4559-1734723000-1734726600@hrpo.lsu.edu
SUMMARY:Friday Night Lecture Series: "Wonders of the Winter Sky"
DESCRIPTION:BREC Education Program Specialist Amy Northrop will take the audience on a fascinating tour of Baton Rouge’s winter season. She’ll highlight the celestial gems that will sparkle throughout the next three months–gems visitors will be able to see live if they continue to visit HRPO! [For ages fourteen and older. No admission fee.]
URL:https://hrpo.lsu.edu/event/friday-night-lecture-series-wonders-of-the-winter-sky-3/
LOCATION:Highland Road Park Observatory
CATEGORIES:December 2024
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241220T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241220T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173430
CREATED:20241213T013332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241221T000958Z
UID:4562-1734726600-1734732000@hrpo.lsu.edu
SUMMARY:Evening Sky Viewing
DESCRIPTION:Weather permitting\, viewing through one or more telescopes will take place. During this time the waning gibbous Moon will be below the horizon. Please keep headlights off while parking and leaving. Drive slowly! [For ages six and older. No admission fee.] \nNOAA Forecast (Excellent): precipitation potential 0%\, sky cover 0%\, relative humidity 68%\, temperature 7C\, wind chill 6C; wind N 12 km/h
URL:https://hrpo.lsu.edu/event/evening-sky-viewing-120/
LOCATION:Highland Road Park Observatory
CATEGORIES:December 2024
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241221T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173430
CREATED:20241214T004929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241214T004929Z
UID:4567-1734775200-1734782400@hrpo.lsu.edu
SUMMARY:Science Academy: "The Language of Astronomy"
DESCRIPTION:The etymology of a word is basically its “biography”. Cadets will learn the origins of the words that denote the objects and concepts prevalent in astronomy. [For ages eight to twelve. $5 per EBR-Parish Cadet; $6 per other-Parish Cadet. To register go to www.brec.org\, access the registration function and use Activity Number 531990.]
URL:https://hrpo.lsu.edu/event/science-academy-the-language-of-astronomy/
LOCATION:Highland Road Park Observatory
CATEGORIES:December 2024
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241221T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241221T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173430
CREATED:20241214T012450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241221T225915Z
UID:4571-1734809400-1734813000@hrpo.lsu.edu
SUMMARY:Evening Sky Viewing
DESCRIPTION:Weather permitting\, viewing through one or more telescopes will take place. During this time the waning gibbous Moon will be below the horizon. Please keep headlights off while parking and leaving. Drive slowly! [For ages six and older. No admission fee.] \nNOAA Forecast (Excellent): precipitation potential 0%\, sky cover 1%\, relative humidity 69%\, temperature 7C\, wind chill 6C\, wind N 5 km/h
URL:https://hrpo.lsu.edu/event/evening-sky-viewing-121/
LOCATION:Highland Road Park Observatory
CATEGORIES:December 2024
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241227T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241227T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173430
CREATED:20241215T020910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241227T222356Z
UID:4575-1735322400-1735336800@hrpo.lsu.edu
SUMMARY:2025 Preview Party
DESCRIPTION:The 20OGS will not be available due to ongoing LSU maintenance. Viewing will take place on the front pad. \nNOAA has issued a Dense Fog Advisory from 6pm to 10am. \nThe last open Friday of December is devoted to premiering much of the 2025 schedule (lectures\, camps\, celestial events\, special programs\, classes and guests). [For ages six and older. No admission fee.] \nNOAA Forecast (Fair): precipitation potential 4%\, sky cover 49%\, relative humidity 95%\, temperature 21C\, wind S 3 km/h
URL:https://hrpo.lsu.edu/event/2025-preview-party/
LOCATION:Highland Road Park Observatory
CATEGORIES:December 2024
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241228T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241228T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173430
CREATED:20241216T200414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241228T183535Z
UID:4578-1735380000-1735387200@hrpo.lsu.edu
SUMMARY:Solar Viewing
DESCRIPTION:HRPO will close at 12:30pm. NOAA has issued a Tornado Watch until 3pm. \nWeather permitting\, viewing of the Sun’s image in three different manners (indirectly onto a white surface\, directly with safely-filtered optical light and directly in hydrogen-alpha wavelength) will take place. During this time the Sun will be in the constellation Sagittarius at a maximum altitude of 36°. Protective clothing and sunscreen are recommended. [For ages six and older. No admission fee.] \nNOAA Forecast (Bad): precipitation potential 58%\, sky cover 84%\, relative humidity 95%\, temperature 23C\, wind S 16 km/h
URL:https://hrpo.lsu.edu/event/solar-viewing-26/
LOCATION:Highland Road Park Observatory
CATEGORIES:December 2024
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241228T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241228T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173430
CREATED:20241216T200646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T200646Z
UID:4580-1735396200-1735410600@hrpo.lsu.edu
SUMMARY:STEM Expansion: "Mars Mania"
DESCRIPTION:This program offers advanced topics\, activity extensions and all-new games and demonstrations to older youth. Certificates are earned and archived as well as modern experiments take place. There are also giveaways and door prizes. [For ages twelve to sixteen. $15 per EBR parish registrant; $18 per other-parish registrant. Register via WebTrac; use activity number 531993. Deadline for online registration is 6pm the day (Friday) before.]
URL:https://hrpo.lsu.edu/event/stem-expansion-mars-mania/
LOCATION:Highland Road Park Observatory
CATEGORIES:December 2024
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241228T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241228T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173430
CREATED:20241216T201324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241228T235224Z
UID:4582-1735414200-1735423200@hrpo.lsu.edu
SUMMARY:Evening Sky Viewing
DESCRIPTION:CANCELLED. NOAA has issued a Tornado Watch until 9pm. \nWeather permitting\, viewing through one or more telescopes will take place. During this time the waning crescent Moon will be below the horizon. Please keep headlights off while parking and leaving. Drive slowly! [For ages six and older. No admission fee.] \nNOAA Forecast (Bad): precipitation potential 75%\, sky cover 87%\, relative humidity 94%\, temperature 21C\, wind W 16 km/h
URL:https://hrpo.lsu.edu/event/evening-sky-viewing-122/
LOCATION:Highland Road Park Observatory
CATEGORIES:December 2024
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250103T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250103T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173430
CREATED:20241221T001852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241221T002057Z
UID:4615-1735932600-1735936200@hrpo.lsu.edu
SUMMARY:Friday Night Lecture Series: "2024--The Space Year in Review"
DESCRIPTION:Tradition continues\, with HRPO’s cornerstone program returning for another calendar year with a look back at the discoveries\, advances and celestial events of 2024.  [For ages fourteen and older. No admission fee.]
URL:https://hrpo.lsu.edu/event/friday-night-lecture-series-2024-the-space-year-in-review/
LOCATION:Highland Road Park Observatory
CATEGORIES:January 2025
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250103T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250103T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173430
CREATED:20241221T003355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T235500Z
UID:4617-1735936200-1735941600@hrpo.lsu.edu
SUMMARY:Evening Sky Viewing
DESCRIPTION:Weather permitting\, viewing through one or more telescopes will take place. During this time the waxing crescent Moon will be at a maximum altitude of 9° in Aquarius. Please keep headlights off while parking and leaving. Drive slowly! [For ages six and older. No admission fee.] \nNOAA Forecast (Very Good): precipitation potential 0%\, sky cover 15%\, relative humidity 80%\, temperature 12C\, wind NE 5 km/h
URL:https://hrpo.lsu.edu/event/evening-sky-viewing-123/
LOCATION:Highland Road Park Observatory
CATEGORIES:January 2025
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250104T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250104T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173430
CREATED:20241231T221100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241231T221100Z
UID:4765-1735984800-1735992000@hrpo.lsu.edu
SUMMARY:Science Academy: "Venus"
DESCRIPTION:In anticipation of its upcoming evening elongation\, Cadets will learn about the newly-discovered truths and still-extant mysteries of the brightest and hottest planet in the Solar System. [For ages eight to twelve. $5 per EBR-Parish Cadet; $6 per other-Parish Cadet. To register go to www.brec.org\, access the registration function and use Activity Number 531990.]
URL:https://hrpo.lsu.edu/event/science-academy-venus-2/
LOCATION:Highland Road Park Observatory
CATEGORIES:January 2025
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