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RVCC Planetarium | 118
Lamington Road | North Branch, NJ 08876
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During July and August, public shows
will run on Wednesday and Thursday afternoons as well as Friday
evenings.
Reservations are
recommended. Call 908-231-8805 x5 or email the Planetarium.
Provide your name,
phone number, email, which show you want to see, and how many tickets
you'd like.
The Planetarium will
be closed July 4 & 5 for the Fourth of July.
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Perfect Little Planet
Wednesday & Thursday, July 10 & 11, at 2:30 p.m.
A family from another star system is seeking the perfect
vacation spot. Fly over the surface of Pluto, our best known dwarf
planet; sail through the rings of Saturn; feel Jupiter’s lightning
storms; and walk on the surface of Mars. Which destination will they
choose? (Recommended for ages 6-12)
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Earth, Moon, Sun & Coyote and Laser Lite
Wednesday & Thursday, July 10 & 11, at 3:30 p.m.
Join us for an astronomy show AND a laser concert in one
hour!
Coyote thinks he knows everything about the sky, but
he’s surprised by how many misconceptions he has about eclipses, moon
phases, and the motion of the day and night skies. Then rock out to
about 20 minutes of songs and lasers. (Recommended for ages 6-12)
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Magic Tree House: Space Mission
Friday, July 12, at 7:00 p.m.
Join Jack and Annie as they discover the secrets of the
Sun, Moon, planets, space travel, and more. Who can help them
answer the questions left for them by the mysterious
"M"? This show is based on the same-titled, best-selling
series of novels. (Recommended for ages 5 and older)
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Mars: The Ultimate Voyage *new
show!*
Friday, July 12, at 8:00 pm
What will it take to get to Mars? Explore this question
in this new planetarium show. This dynamic, animated experience
highlights real NASA research and initiatives that are preparing the
next generation of astronauts to travel to Mars. It illuminates how
creativity, collaboration, communication, and expertise in a diverse
number of fields are key for the success of deep space travel—while
also inspiring the next generation of STEM professionals!
This planetarium show is produced by the Bell Museum, in
partnership with NASA and UNC Morehead Planetarium and Science
Center. Weather permitting, the 3M Observatory will be open after
the show. (Recommended for ages 8 to adult)
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Summer Lights Laser Concert
Friday, July 12, at 9:00 p.m.
The Summer is just getting started! Break out your
Hawaiian shirts and listen to songs that remind us of
summertime. "Margaritaville" by Jimmy Buffet, "Rock
Lobster" by the B-52's, and "Heatwave" by Glass Animals
are just some of the summer-themed songs you'll hear in this laser
concert. (Recommended for ages 8-adult)
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Late Night Laser
Concerts
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The Summer is just getting started! Break out your
Hawaiian shirts and listen to songs that remind us of
summertime. "Margaritaville" by Jimmy Buffet, "Rock
Lobster" by the B-52's, and "Heatwave" by Glass Animals
are just some of the summer-themed songs you'll hear in this laser
concert. (Recommended for ages 8-adult)
Regular admission applies for all laser shows.
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Beat this summer heat with some family tricks and treats!
Join us July 26th for a night of spooktacular shows.
Skies Over Hogwarts
July 26 at 7:00 & 8:00 pm
Join our eclectic group of witches and wizards as they
guide visitors through a Harry Potter-themed tour of the night sky.
Learn how J.K. Rowling used astronomy as the inspiration for some of
her characters' names. (Recommended for ages 8-adult)
Family
Fright Light Laser Concert
July 26th at 9:00 pm
The Witches and Ghouls continue to haunt the
planetarium. They love our laser songs, including “The Adams
Family Theme Song,” “Monster Mash,” and “Ghostbusters.” (Recommended
for ages 6-adult)
Regular admission applies for all shows.
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Wednesday, July 10
2:30 pm Perfect Little Planet (ages 6-12)
3:30 pm Earth, Moon, Sun & Coyote with Laser Lite
(ages 6-12)
Thursday, July 11
2:30 pm Perfect Little Planet (ages 6-12)
3:30 pm Earth, Moon, Sun & Coyote with Laser Lite
(ages 6-12)
Friday, July 12
7:00 pm Magic Tree House: Space Mission (ages 5-12)
8:00 pm Mars: The Ultimate Voyage (ages 8-adult)
9:00 pm Summer Lights Laser Concert (ages 8-adult)
Wednesday, July 17
2:30 pm Perfect Little Planet (ages 6-12)
3:30 pm Earth, Moon, Sun & Coyote with Laser Lite
(ages 6-12)
Thursday, July 18
2:30 pm Perfect Little Planet (ages 6-12)
3:30 pm Earth, Moon, Sun & Coyote with Laser Lite
(ages 6-12)
Friday, July 19
7:00 pm Magic Tree House: Space Mission (ages 5-12)
8:00 pm Mars: The Ultimate Voyage (ages 8-adult)
9:00 pm Summer Lights Laser Concert (ages 8-adult)
Wednesday, July 24
2:30 pm Perfect Little Planet (ages 6-12)
3:30 pm Earth, Moon, Sun & Coyote with Laser Lite
(ages 6-12)
Thursday, July 25
2:30 pm Perfect Little Planet (ages 6-12)
3:30 pm Earth, Moon, Sun & Coyote with Laser Lite
(ages 6-12)
Friday, July 26
7:00 pm Skies Over Hogwarts (ages 8-12)
8:00 pm Skies Over Hogwarts (ages 8-12)
9:00 pm Family Fright Light Laser Concert (ages
10-adult)
Wednesday, July 31
2:30 pm Accidental Astronauts (ages 5-10)
3:30 pm Laser Kids (ages 6-12)
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Admission: $10 per person for one show
$18 per person
for two shows on the same day
Payments are
taken at the Planetarium on the day of the show.
Reservations are recommended. Call 908-231-8805 or
email the Planetarium.
Provide your
name, phone number, email, which show you want to see, and how many
tickets you'd like.
Please arrive
20-30 minutes before the show to pay for your tickets.
The closest
parking lots are #9 and #1. Here is a campus map.
Late arrivals
are NOT admitted to the Planetarium's theater once a show has started.
Masks are
optional on campus.
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Moon Phases
New Moon July 5
First Quarter
July 15
Full Moon July 21, 6:17 am Buck Moon
Last Quarter
July 28
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In July, the Full
Moon is the Buck Moon, named after the new antlers that emerge
from a buck’s forehead around this time of the year. It is also called
Thunder Moon, Hay Moon, and Wyrt Moon.
In July, the Full Moon is
called Buck Moon to
signify the new antlers that emerge on a deer buck’s
forehead around this time.
Male deer, or bucks, shed
their antlers and grow new ones every year. Deer belong to the Cervidae
family along with elk, moose, reindeer, and other species.
Other Native American
tribes call it Salmon Moon, Raspberry Moon, and Thunder
Moon because of the frequent thunderstorms in the summer.
In Celtic, this Moon was
known as the Claiming Moon, Wyrt Moon, Herb Moon, and Mead Moon,
indicating that July is the time to gather herbs (or wyrts) to dry and
use as spices and remedies. The Anglo-Saxons called it the Hay
Moon after the hay harvest in July.
Read on
for more about the July Full Moon.
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We live in a time when quality science education is more
important than ever and a scientifically literate public is an
essential part of the progress of any community. Planetariums both
inspire and educate people of all ages about our place in the Universe.
They are often a place in which young people become enthused and
inspired to follow a scientific career. Many of today's leading
scientists, engineers, and astronauts chose their careers because they
were captivated by the experience of a planetarium visit
We invite you to be part of shaping the future! Join us
in supporting the Raritan Valley Community College Planetarium
fundraising campaign: Stars are Rising. Help us ignite the
passion for science and space exploration in the hearts and minds of
our rising stars!!
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Explore the
Universe with RVCC Planetarium
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