August
Rusty Rocket's Last Blast
August 1-September 1, 2012 Showing Monday-Friday at 12:30pm and Saturday at 12:30 & 3:30pm
All Rocket Rookies report to class! Lift off with Rusty Rocket and learn rocket basics, relive great moments in space exploration, and discover how far it really is to the moon and planets. After decades of teaching rocket rookies the basics of rocket physics, Rusty Rocket has announced that this will be his last blast, and he already has plans for how he will spend his free time. Meanwhile, Rusty has one final mission to command: an introductory tour of the solar system for a class of rocket rookies that focuses on the wide variety of planetary environments. Rusty really emphasizes the immense distances between the planets. Suitable for ages 5 years old.
Laser Motown Laser Show
August 1-September 1, 2012 Showing Monday-Friday at 2:00pm
Groove to some of the hippest sounds ever as we bring to life a handful of Motown's greatest hits. With songs like "I Heard It Through The Grapevine", "Brick House", "Reflections", and "ABC-123". Young and old alike will enjoy this chart-topping laser light show! Suitable for ages 5 and older.
Off The Beaten Orbit
August 1-September 1, 2012 Showing Saturday at 2:00pm
Join us for a Longway Planetarium original production, a show about everything in the Solar System except the planets. Discover the moons, asteroids, dwarf planets, and other recent observations the news doesn’t talk about. Suitable for ages 10 and older.
September
Rusty Rocket's Last Blast
September 1-29, 2012 Saturday's only at 12:30 & 3:30pm
All Rocket Rookies report to class! Lift off with Rusty Rocket and learn rocket basics, relive great moments in space exploration, and discover how far it really is to the moon and planets. After decades of teaching rocket rookies the basics of rocket physics, Rusty Rocket has announced that this will be his last blast, and he already has plans for how he will spend his free time. Meanwhile, Rusty has one final mission to command: an introductory tour of the solar system for a class of rocket rookies that focuses on the wide variety of planetary environments. Rusty really emphasizes the immense distances between the planets. Suitable for ages 5 years old.
Off The Beaten Orbit
September 1-29, 2012 Saturday's only at 2:00pm
Join us for a Longway Planetarium original production, a show about everything in the Solar System except the planets. Discover the moons, asteroids, dwarf planets, and other recent observations the news doesn’t talk about. Suitable for ages 10 and older.
October
Laser Spooktacular Laser Show
October 6-28, 2012, 2012 Saturday & Sunday at 12:30 & 3:30pm
Bring your ghosts, goblins and other assorted creepy, crawly monsters to this slightly spooky, yet frightfully fun laser show featuring Halloween favorites such as "Monster Mash", "Ghostbusters", and "The Purple People Eater". Suitable for ages 5 years old.
Skeeter Scarecrow's Starry Sky
October 6-28, 2012, 2012 Saturday & Sunday at 2:00pm
Our narrator is a scarecrow named Skeeter. He tells us how the motion of the Earth causes day and night as we watch the Sun set. Skeeter shows us how to use the Big Dipper to find the North Star for directions then takes us on a tour of the major constellations of each season. Then, he talks about the Moon, how it moves and its phases. Lastly, we learn about the planets and what makes each planet different. Suitable for children 6 years and older.
November
Rusty Rocket's Last Blast
November 3-18, 2012, Saturday & Sunday at 12:30 & 3:30pm
All Rocket Rookies report to class! Lift off with Rusty Rocket and learn rocket basics, relive great moments in space exploration, and discover how far it really is to the moon and planets. After decades of teaching rocket rookies the basics of rocket physics, Rusty Rocket has announced that this will be his last blast, and he already has plans for how he will spend his free time. Meanwhile, Rusty has one final mission to command: an introductory tour of the solar system for a class of rocket rookies that focuses on the wide variety of planetary environments. Rusty really emphasizes the immense distances between the planets. Suitable for ages 5 years old and older.
Off The Beaten Orbit
November 3-18, 2012, Saturday & Sunday at 2:00pm
Join us for a Longway Planetarium original production, a show about everything in the Solar System except the planets. Discover the moons, asteroids, dwarf planets, and other recent observations the news doesn’t talk about. Suitable for ages 10 and older.
Digital Amusement Park
November 23, 24 & 25, 2012, Friday, Saturday, & Sunday at 1:00, 2:00, & 3:00pm
Join us for this internationally award winning special effects show where you will experience virtual reality type amusement park rides including a Ferris wheel, scrambler, and several roller coasters. Experience the thrill of speed and laser lights that take viewers on amusement park-like rides. Suitable for ages 5 years old.
December
George & Oatmeal Save Santa
December 1-23, 2012, Saturday & Sunday at 12:30
Santa Claus is missing! Mrs. Claus is worried and asks Oatmeal the snowman to help find him. Join Oatmeal and his friend George, the planetarium wizard, as they travel the world in search of Santa. Along the way they are told constellation stories from many cultures and how to use the stars of the Big Dipper to find north. This show is particularly appropriate for young children and their families. Join George and Oatmeal as they rescue Santa, learn how to find the North Star and hear stories from around the world. Suitable for ages 4-6 years old.
Holiday Magic Laser Show
December 1-23, 2012, Saturday & Sunday at 2:00pm
Experience the magic of the holiday season with a little science at this magical holiday laser show perfect for the whole family. Featuring traditional holiday tunes from across generations to contemporary artists performing their personal favorites, this matinee laser show is guaranteed to be a hit with all ages. Click
here for list of songs.
Suitable for ages 5 years old.
Winter Wonderland Laser Show
December 1-23, 2012, Saturday & Sunday at 3:30pm
Join us for a peek into a spectacular winter wonderlan. Brighten-up the dark, gray days of winter with seasonal music, landscapes, sports, and the misadventures of Squeaky the Penguin. Click
here for list of songs.
Suitable for ages 5 years old.Come back soon for the listing of shows December 26-30, 2012.