Tag: Space

Star Party

Cherry Valley Public Library 755 E. State St, Cherry Valley, IL, United States

Learn about how the library’s telescopes work then go outside (weather permitting) to look for stars. Dress appropriately. Registration is required. Call 815-332-5161.

Free

To the Moon: Apollo 11 Celebration

Discovery Center 711 N Main St, Rockford, IL, United States

Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 mission, launch the rocket, and make a model you can eat. Cost: $9 per person, children under 1 and members are free

$9

Astronomy Day

Discovery Center 711 N Main St, Rockford, IL, United States

Enjoy a free planetarium show, design a Mars rover, create moon art, and learn about telescopes.

$10

Galaxy Adventures

Discovery Center 711 N Main St, Rockford, IL, United States

Journey through hyperspace, practice Jedi skills, learn the ways of the Force, meet characters and lots more at this Star Wars themed event. Cost: $10 per person / free to Continue Reading

$10

Solar System Field Trip

Rockford Public Library Main 215 N. Wyman Street, Rockford, IL, United States

Check out a planetarium show that takes you around the universe.

Free

Science Saturday: Comets and Cosmos

Severson Dells Nature Center 8786 Montague Rd, Rockford, IL, United States

Families can enjoy nature activities about space and take a hike. Register here.

Free