Better late than never! Here's our schedule for this week.
Our 11am show is NEW to our planetarium. ""Treasures of the Milky Way"" does a fantastic job of describing what you can see in our spring and summer sky!
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Check out the full moon tonight! Because at this time of year spring flowers appeared in abundance, it should be no surprise that tonight's full moon is referred to as the Flower Moon! Other May full moon names are ""Milk Moon"", ""Hare Moon"", or ""Corn Planting Moon.""
For all the mothers and the mothers-at-heart, thank you for your care and kindness.
Happy Mother’s Day!
On this Mother's Day weekend, consider treating mom to a visit to the planetarium & perhaps also explore Retzer, too!
Today, we have two great shows on the schedule @ 11am or 1pm! Tickets are only $5 per person and can be purchased ahead of time at hdplanetarium.ticketleap.com!
It's Fun Fact Friday time!
Check out this super cool graphic of Jupiter...with its characteristics all labeled. Did you know that all these different areas existed?!
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WHOA! This quote really makes you think! 🤯Happy Thoughtful Thursday, all.
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Happy 100th birthday to the planetarium. If you have a picture under our dome that you love, please share it in the comments and tag #Planetarium100!
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We are EXCITED to share with you a summer special event...Rovers, Rockets & Rock 'n Roll! Scheduled for 8-1, during Retzer's Summer Beer Garden. This is a new experience & we truly hope you will join us! Grab your tickets in advance at hdplanetarium.ticketleap.com for only $12!
The second public skywatch is planned for tomorrow night. See flyer for details.
Just a reminder that we have TWO special events coming up SOON and we invite you to join us for BOTH!
""Sunset Meditation"" this Wednesday, May 7th. This program pairs a relaxing planetarium show with a peaceful hike with a Retzer naturalist. Register at waukeshacounty.gov/environmentaled to save your spot!
NEW to our planetarium is Cosmic Soundscapes on May 12th, in the evening. You can register at https://www.soulshineyoga.org/store/p/cosmic-soundscapes-a-journey-to-the-stars-within.
We hope to see you at either or both events!
Here's our schedule for the week!
If you are interested in Sunset Meditation, make sure you purchased your ticket on the Waukesha County website. Or, feel free to call Retzer at (262) 896-8007! It's the last one on the schedule until fall, so don't wait!
Hope to see you soon!
It's May, so swing by and visit us for a pair of new Saturday shows!
11am- "Secret of the Cardboard Rocket"
1pm- "Stars of the Pharaohs"
Tickets are only $5 & can be purchased ahead of time at hdplanetarium.ticketleap.com. Available tickets can also be purchased at the door.
It's an exciting Friday here!
We are hosting Waukesha STEM Academy for the1st Science Fair & Laser Show! STEM students have been working hard on their projects!
With these students, we will also debut our newest show ""Always Above,"" from @gospaceforce!
Happy May Day! We have 2 special events this month!
Sunset Meditation on 5-7
NEW to our planetarium will Cosmic Soundscapes on 5-12.
You can register at https://www.soulshineyoga.org/store/p/cosmic-soundscapes-a-journey-to-the-stars-within.
We hope to see you!
"Tonight and tomorrow night, peek at the moon to witness ""earthshine!"" Are you familiar with what earthshine is?
Earthshine is a dull glow which lights up the unlit part of the Moon because the Sun’s light reflects off the Earth's surface and back onto the Moon. It is also sometimes called ""ashen glow"", ""the old Moon in the new Moon's arms"", or the ""Da Vinci glow"", after Leonardo da Vinci, who explained the phenomenon for the first time in recorded history. Earthshine is best seen a few days before and after a New Moon, right after sunset or before sunrise. Scientists studying global warming found that earthshine is more intense in April and May!
Hopefully you will have the chance to check it out!
SOURCE: timeanddate.com"
We are on Tripadvisor & we recently updated our profile! If you joined us for a show & enjoyed your experience, we would love it if you take a moment to rate & comment on your visit. We want to remind area residents about us, as well as encourage visitors to come see us!
ALWAYS ABOVE is coming to the Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium officially this Friday, May 2nd!
We are excited to share this show with students during their field trips and our community during public shows.
See you in space!
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Can you believe that we've flown through the month of April already? Here's to more beautiful spring days in May!
Check out the schedule this week and join us for a show if you can!
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Somehow, today is the last Saturday in April! So, if you've been meaning to check out Saturday shows, it is your last chance! At 11:00am, we'll show ""Mars: The Ultimate Voyage."" Later at 1:00pm, come to enjoy ""From Earth to the Universe.""
Have a great weekend everyone!
Calling all Scouting families!
Is your scout working towards earning Merit Badges? Did you know that the Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium offers 2 different clinics?
August 19th- Astronomy Merit Badge Clinic
August 21st- Space Exploration
Register here- hdplanetarium.ticketleap.com
