Hartnell College Planetarium
Special Events
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2nd Annual Hartnell/Alisal Union
Family Science and Health Day
Be sure to join us at the Hartnell campus on Saturday,
April 26 th for this unique and exciting experience!
Co-sponsored by Hartnell College and
the Alisal Union School District , this free event
will feature various exhibits, workshops and demonstrations.
Take advantage of this opportunity to explore the sciences
and healthful living, all in a family friendly environment.
The Merrill Hall Science Building will be the center
of activity as you explore worlds from Astronomy
to Zoology, and everything in between.
Whether you're interested in Physics, Biology,
Math or Geology, you'll be amazed by what you
see, and also by what you do in hands on activities.
There will be continuous free star shows in the
planetarium, as well as ongoing fine arts performances
in our outdoor amphitheater. Arrive early, pick up
a schedule and enjoy this excellent community event.
Healthy food and snacks will be available for purchase.
We hope to see you there!
Saturday, April 26 th
11am – 3pm
FREE ADMISSION
This event is also made
possible by a Monterey Peninsula
Foundation Youth Fund Grant
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Rocking The Stars with Cheeky Spanks
The popular and acclaimed local rock band
"Cheeky Spanks" returns to play live, under the
stars in the Planetarium for two out-of this-world
shows on Saturday May 10th. If you missed their
earlier sold out performances in the planetarium,
here's your chance to get experienced. "Cheeky"
will rip through some of the greatest hits of legendary
60's groups such as the Doors, the Stones,
Janis Joplin, Cream, Hendrix, Santana and more.
Accompanied by a full-dome, space-a-delic 3D
light show and with the impeccable acoustics
of the planetarium, Rocking the Stars will be a
sound and light spectacle not to be missed!
Saturday, May 10 th
Two separate shows at 6 & 8pm
$10 per person
Limited Seating
Due to the unique nature of this event,
all tickets must be purchased in advance.
Call to order by credit card, or stop by
in person at HCC104. Sorry, No Refunds!
RESERVE NOW by calling 755-6800
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Rent the Stars
Make your own special event!
The planetarium is available on a limited basis
for party rentals. Our basic 2-hour party
package includes an hour-long planetarium
program and the additional use of a reception
room for food and refreshments, all for $225.
Children's parties are limited to no more than
25 guests, and there must be active adult
supervision at the rate of one assigned adult for
every 5 children. Take advantage of this unique
venue for your next party, meeting, or special
event. Longer rentals and custom presentations
are possible for an additional charge. Available
times are limited. Please call to make
arrangements as far in advance as possible.
Contact Planetarium Educator
Andy Kreyche at 831 755-6913 for more details.
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Interested in looking through a large telescope?
For a fun Fall astronomy adventure, attend a public
night at the nearby Fremont Peak Observatory.
They are open most Saturday evenings.
Be sure to get the details at
www.fpoa.net before
making the trek.
Planetarium renovation made possible by NASA-CIPA,
Konica Minolta, and Hartnell College Measure H.
