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SUMMARY:Silent Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Open to the general public- FREE ADMISSION! Join us for another session of our popular Silent Book Club! This month\, we will be meeting in the Miller Astrophotography Research Center (the double-dome building)\, or if the weather is nice\, you are welcome to read outside. \nBring your book (or ebook or audiobook with earbuds) and read quietly for an hour. Or grab a book from our wonderful astronomy library! No pressure\, no book assignments\, no book report…a stress-free opportunity to read under the evening sky. We will have coffee and water on hand\, but feel free to bring your own drinks and snacks. You are also encouraged to bring a lawn chair or blanket and pillow. \nAfter our silent reading time\, you are invited to head to the Multipurpose Center for a special video presentation “Defending the Dark”. This presentation is free\, but we request that you sign up fort tickets if you are interested. \nGet your FREE tickets at https://kinema.com/events/Defending-the-Dark-bbd5ng \n5:30-6:00pm-gather\, chat\, grab a pastry\, pour yourself a cup of coffee or tea (we’re ok with BYOB too!) \n6:00-7:00pm-Quiet reading of your choice \n7:00pm-you are invited to head to the Kunkel Family Multipurpose Center for a special presentation (see above) \nThere is no cost for this event. Donations to the observatory are encouraged and appreciated. \nConfirmed Volunteers: Carol Wells
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/silent-book-club-3/
LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th Street\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Public Event
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SUMMARY:Defending the Dark – A Special Film Event at Branched Oak Observatory
DESCRIPTION:  \nGet your FREE tickets at https://kinema.com/events/Defending-the-Dark-bbd5ng \n  \nDefending the Dark – A Special Film Event at Branched Oak Observatory \nThe night sky is one of humanity’s oldest shared treasures\, yet for many people today the stars are slowly disappearing behind the glow of artificial light. In recognition of International Dark Sky Week\, Branched Oak Observatory invites you to a special community screening of the powerful documentary Defending the Dark on Friday\, April 17th at 7:00 PM. \nDirected by Tara Roberts Zabriskie\, Defending the Dark explores the urgent need to protect our remaining dark skies. While the film highlights the unique night sky of northern Maine\, its message reaches far beyond one region. Light pollution affects all of us\, disrupting wildlife\, harming migrating birds and pollinators\, impacting human health\, wasting energy\, and robbing communities of the awe-inspiring beauty of the stars above. \nThis inspiring and informative film tells the story of people working to preserve some of the darkest skies east of the Rocky Mountains and reminds us that meaningful change can begin in our own backyards. Protecting the night is not just about saving the stars—it’s about protecting nature\, science\, and the well-being of future generations. \nFollowing the film\, weather permitting\, the observatory will open for guided stargazing. Visitors will have the opportunity to step outside under the real night sky and explore beautiful deep-space wonders through our variety of telescopes—an unforgettable reminder of why dark skies matter. \nJoin us for an evening of inspiration\, learning\, and discovery beneath the stars. \nWith special thanks to The Sibbernsen Family for sponsoring the showing of this film at Branched Oak Observatory. \n  \nGet your FREE tickets at https://kinema.com/events/Defending-the-Dark-bbd5ng
URL:https://branchedoakobservatory.com/event/defending-the-dark-a-special-film-event-at-branched-oak-observatory/
LOCATION:Branched Oak Observatory\, 14300 NW 98th Street\, Raymond\, NE\, 68428\, United States
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