Ruxz_M-rbu5hJUPoenSULdy6Wzk The Science of My Life: Upcoming Herrett Center events

Wednesday, March 26, 2014

Upcoming Herrett Center events

  • "Earth Hour" Night Telescope Viewing - Centennial Observatory
    • March 29, 2014 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM
      For one hour, the world is asked to turn out all unnecessary lights as a gesture of energy conservation. Come to the Centennial Observatory at the Herrett Center and enjoy the dark skies. Free admission.


  • April
    • Total Lunar Eclipse - Centennial Observatory
      • April 14, 2014 10:45 PM - 12:00 AM
        Penumbral phase (not noticeable) begins: 10:52 PM
        Moon subtly darkened by 11:15 PM
        Umbral phase (growing "bite" from Moon) begins: 11:58 PM
        Totality (dark red-orange Moon): 1:06 to 2:25 AM
        Maximum eclipse: 1:46 AM
        Umbral phase ends: 3:33 AM
        Penumbral phase (not noticeable) ends: 4:39 AM
    • Herrett Forum lecture - "Secrets of the City - City of Rocks National Monument and Castle Rocks State Park" - Rick Allen Room
      • April 16, 2014 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
        Herrett Forum lectures are usually presented on the third Wednesday of the month, September through May. Topics are coordinated by the Herrett Forum Committee, a group of local citizens dedicated to bringing high quality speakers, scholars, and artists to Twin Falls. No tickets are required for these free public events. Doors open at 7 p.m.
        The Herrett Center for Arts and Science is located on the north side of the College of Southern Idaho campus, at the North College Road entrance.
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