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Tag Archives: Philadelphia
The Transit of Venus (June 5-6)!
Greetings, astronomy fans! As you may have heard, next Tuesday evening (as seen from the east coast of the U.S.), we’re going to witness a rare and historical astronomical event: the transit of Venus. If you somehow missed the news, … Continue reading
Philadelphia Science Festival
Greetings, all. In case you’ve somehow missed the fanfare, starting next week, from April 15-28, Philadelphia will be hosting the 1st (annual?) Philadelphia Science Festival. Drexel is a partner, as is the Franklin Institute, and a ton of other Philly … Continue reading
Philly NerdNite
Hey Philly people. Don’t know what to do after the snowpocalypse? How about coming to see us at Philly NerdNite. Where: The Field House, 1150 Filbert When: Thursday, January 13. Doors open at 7:30. The show start at 8. How: … Continue reading
Are you ready to rock? Then this might not be the place for you.
Or it may. Jeff and I are very excited to be speaking at the 2nd Nerd Nite Philly, Thursday January 13th at the Field House at 1150 Filbert Street in Center City Philadelphia. Here’s the idea, for a nominal $5 … Continue reading
No night without a telescope
If you happen to live in the Philadelphia area, over five weeks (starting October 19th) various schools and institutions in the area will be hosting “No night without a telescope,” timed for the International Year of Astronomy. Each day of … Continue reading