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3 December

Albert Campbell Library: Mobile Planetarium

Come explore the solar system from inside the library! The Ontario Planetarium, a traveling domed star theatre, will be presenting a show in the library auditorium for children of all ages and their caregivers. Space is limited - registration is required.For more information or to register please call 416-396-8890 Albert Campbell Library496 Birchmount RoadToronto, ON  M1K 1N8 http://www.torontopubliclibrary.ca/detail.jsp?Entt=RDMEVT184218&R=EVT184218
23 January

UofT Planetarium: Moons and Their Effect on Life

Showtimes: 7:00pm, 8:00pm, 9:00pm Our moon affects the ocean tides, but moons do much more than that. Moons can modify the seasons, and can shape our view on habitability in the Universe. Come explore these celestial bodies and see how they influence life as we know it.
19 August

Y Lab: Old Tech Meets New Tech at the DDO

The Royal Astronomical Society of Canada (RASC) Toronto Centre is hosting a special behind-the-scenes tour of Canada's largest optical telescope for Y Lab makers. Old technology meets new as RASC volunteers show us mechanical clock-like workings of the 80-year old telescope, followed by demonstrations of some of their members' own telescopes and digital star tracking gizmos. Weather permitting, we'll also get to do some stargazing. Come out for this unique opportunity to visit one of the best sites of the entire GTA.
22 November

Astronomy Night at Kortright Conservation Centre

Get to know the night sky with Kortright's star expert. Learn about the stars and constellations that dot the November night sky. Who can attend: members / everyone including non-membersFee: see Kortright website.You can make a reservation here.Organized by: Kortright Centre of ConservationLocation: Kortright Centre of Conservation
24 September

Beaches Library: The Time Machine: Starting Your Personal Adventure in Astronomy

This presentation shows how you can begin a personal exploration of the sky using a variety of affordable instruments. Marc Teitelbaum of the Toronto Centre of the RASC will demonstrate how technological advances have now made it possible for the ordinary person to truly look back in cosmic time with the aid of instruments and gadgets that are readily available. He will also share tips on where to find like-minded people who will be supportive and help you succeed in your new quest.
27 September

OSC: Total Lunar Eclipse: A Celestial Celebration

Join the Ontario Science Centre on the evening of Sunday September 27 to view the last total lunar eclipse until January 2018! Rain or shine! • Witness the spectacle of the brightest and largest full Moon of the year as it moves into the Earth’s shadow and turns dark red! • Attend a 7 pm screening of the film IMAX® Hubble at the special price of $9! • Gaze at celestial objects through telescopes (weather permitting).
4 December
28 November

UofT Planetarium: It’s All A Matter of Scale

Showtimes: 7:00pm, 8:00pm, 9:00pm
4 December

Bill Nye The Science Guy Live

Join Bill Nye for a night of comedy and science.