September 2019
Celebration of the Sun with Astronomy Volunteers in the Park
Join regional amateur astronomers and Acadia National Park rangers for safe solar viewing through a variety of specially equipped telescopes. In addition to optical telescopes, this year there will be a demonstration of solar radio astronomy equipment. In the event of rain, demonstrations of safe solar viewing equipment will happen indoors.
Find out more »“The Great Celestial Bear: Ursa Major in Science, Culture, and Myth” with Jan Hoey
Learn more about the constellation Ursa Major, which includes the Big Dipper, and why it has been portrayed as a great bear by civilizations across the northern hemisphere.
Find out more »“It’s a Big Universe. Where Do We Fit In?” with Richard Luecke
Since ancient times, people have looked to the sun, the moon, the planets and the stars trying to answer these questions: “How big is the cosmos?” and “Where do we fit in?” Astronomy volunteer Richard Luecke will explain how people have answered those questions, and how their answers have changed over the centuries (and continue to change as technology and scientific inquiry improve our perceptions of the cosmos). So come along on an image-enhanced journey from our familiar solar system,…
Find out more »October 2021
Families Create the Night Sky at ArtWaves
Here’s a great way for children to be part of it all (since they are prone to sleeping when it’s dark). We offer young families a chance in our studio to paper mosaic a star, paint a banner, and explore rich darks and brilliant lights through unique age-appropriate media! BYO snack for a bit of social time afterward. $25 family (members discount $10.) Register at artwavesmdi.org/Class-Calendars
Find out more »Starry Night Mosaic at ArtWaves
Learn to cut, fit and design with ArtWaves amazing array of stained glass! It’s like coloring with glass. Mosaic your own version of this iconic painting or use a design of your choice. All supplies, tools, step-by-step instructions, and samples for inspiration make this one of our more popular make and take workshops. Not only do you take away a stunning piece for your wall, table, or window, but you will also have the skills and understanding of the media…
Find out more »Bioluminescent & Star Gazing Paddle
Experience an unforgettable evening paddle in Castine Harbor's Bioluminescent Bay under a blanket of stars and in the midst of bioluminescent organisms of the water that swirl and light up with every stroke of your paddle! Fascinating! Castine's Harbor is Maine's own Bioluminescent Bay with a unique ecosystem that creates the perfect environment for these glow in the dark phytoplankton to survive and multiply. In our unique "Floating Planetarium" we'll explore the constellations of the stars of the night sky…
Find out more »Watercolor Painting the Night Sky at ArtWaves
In this workshop, students will be given the opportunity to learn and experiment with watercolor painting. Students will learn to use resist methods, splatter techniques, wet on wet, and other fun techniques to create texture and life in their paintings. Think galactic skies sprinkled with the sparkle of stars and constellations! Students will be encouraged to play with what is often a very structured paint, yet is extremely versatile and loose when it comes to creating wild and abstract skies.…
Find out more »Stars Over Sand Beach
Join park rangers at Sand Beach to view and learn about Acadia's amazing night sky! Please dress warmly, bring something to lie on, and minimize flashlight use to preserve night vision. The program will occur whether it’s cloudy or clear. Use of stairs is required to access the beach viewing site. Social distancing requested during the program. No pets. Photo credit Will Greene
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