The Comet ISON

Join us to view this once-in-a-lifetime astronomical event! Drop by with family and friends to view the spectacular passage of ISON as it travels though the inner solar system. Comet ISON belongs to a special category of comets called sungrazers, and is anticipated to be a brilliant object potentially 10 times brighter than Venus. Some say it could even put the full moon to shame!

This unforgettable event will include these not-to-be-missed activities:

-Professional & amateur astronomers will be on hand with telescopes and super cool viewing glasses

-Saint Mary's professor and astronomer Dr. Ron Olowin will also be in the amphitheater to discuss the significance of this event and how it relates to astronomy through the ages

-Fun comet craft for the kids

-Special tasty treat for the first 70 attendees!