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The Raritan Valley Community College Planetarium in Branchburg will present several children’s programs in April, as well as star shows and laser concerts for all ages. The following shows will be offered:

Magic Tree House: Space Mission, Saturdays, April 6 & 13, 3 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)

Laser Light Waves, Saturdays, April 6 & 13, 4 p.m.
Lasers dance across the Planetarium dome while music is played. Songs include “Yellow Submarine” by The Beatles, “Tonight Tonight” by Hot Chelle Rae, “Counting Stars” by One Republic, and “Glad You Came” by The Wanted.

Astronomy Tonight, Saturday, April 6, 7 p.m.
Using the Planetarium’s DigitalSky digital theater, experience a guided tour of the night sky. Learn about some of the popular constellations visible from sunset to sunrise, as well as the stories behind them. Hear about how and where in the sky to find the brightest planets. Weather permitting, the 3M Observatory will be open after the show. (Recommended for ages 8-adult)

Laser Beatles, Saturdays, April 6, 13, 27, 8 p.m.
Listen to hits from The Fab Four’s long career, such as “Twist and Shout,” “Revolution,” and “Get Back,” while lasers animate the songs on the dome overhead.

Exploding Universe, Saturdays, April 13 & 27, 7 p.m.
The universe we see today is the product of explosive events. As the universe has transformed into its current state, even the most elementary particles have endured. The show follows the path of one of these particles, a proton, as it participates in nature’s astounding events of rebirth and renewal. The program includes a brief tour of the current night sky. (Recommended for ages 10-adult)

Rockin’ Rocket Ride, Saturday, April 27, 3 p.m.
Put on your space suit and blast-off into outer space to visit the Moon, Sun and planets. A lively experience for young people, the show features selected music from "Journey Into Space" by Jane Murphy. (Recommended for ages 3-8)

Storybooks in Space, Saturday, April 27, 4 p.m.
Enjoy story time in the Planetarium as we learn about the stars and planets. (Recommended for ages 4-8)

Planetarium tickets cost $10 for one show, $16 for two shows on the same day. For reservations and information, call 908-231-8805. For additional information, visit www.raritanval.edu/planetarium.

RVCC is located at 118 Lamington Road in Branchburg, NJ. For further information, visit www.raritanval.edu.

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March 11, 2019

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