Tag: space

The Science of the Aurora: Getting You to “Pants On!”

person stands in silhouette gazing up with a backdrop of the northern lights

October Nerd Nite on the Rocks

Jess Kowalke

In her presentation, aurora aficionado Jess Kowalke will explain the science behind the stunning displays mother nature periodically paints for us in the night sky. She’ll also explain how to prepare for a perfect viewing and how you’ll know it’s time to jump out of bed, put your pants on, and get out to your favorite sky-gazing spot!

Taking a Closer Look Back in Time:

Person stands looking at the night sky.

Meet the James Webb Space Telescope

August 4th St. Cloud Nerd Nite with John Mielke

He’s not an expert, but he IS a self-proclaimed “space case”. Our very own emcee, John, will tell us what all the hubbub is about. John will describe the differences between the Hubble and Webb space craft and their capabilities, their distinctive positions in space, and their missions. He’ll also show lots of images of heavenly bodies…and if we’re lucky, some pictures of stars and galaxies too!