BRIEFLY.Byline: The Register-Guard Planetarium planetarium, optical device used to project a representation of the heavens onto a domed ceiling; the term also designates the building that houses such a device. A modern planetarium consists of as many as 150 motor-driven projectors mounted on an axis. shows off universe in a new light "Different Light," a new planetarium show that explores the cosmos through the lenses of a new generation of telescopes, will debut Saturday at the Science Factory Children's Museum & Planetarium, 2300 Leo Harris Parkway. These telescopes depict the universe in X-rays, ultraviolet light, infrared, radio and even gamma rays, according to a Science Factory news release. Our placid-appearing sun becomes a seething seethe intr.v. seethed, seeth·ing, seethes 1. To churn and foam as if boiling. 2. a. To be in a state of turmoil or ferment: , turbulent mass of eruptions and explosions when viewed as X-rays or ultraviolet light. Even a familiar constellation, such as Orion the Hunter Orion the Hunter may refer to: Mythology:
Shows are 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Admission is $4, $3 for seniors and free for members and children younger than 3 years old. The Science Factory is open from noon to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday. For more information, visit www.sciencefactory.org or phone 682-7888. Juggler juggler Entertainer who keeps several plates, knives, balls, or other objects in the air at once by tossing and catching them. The art of juggling has been practiced since antiquity. uses his craft as a lesson in physics REEDSPORT - Rhys Thomas will bring his physical comedy of physics, otherwise known as "JuggleMania," to Reedsport's Pacific Auditorium, 2260 Longwood Drive, at 6:30 p.m. today. Using saucers, sharp blades and balloons, the family-oriented show will combine "the quick wit of stand-up comedy with the dexterous dex·ter·ous also dex·trous adj. 1. Skillful in the use of the hands. 2. Having mental skill or adroitness. 3. Done with dexterity. feats of the circus," according to a release. Thomas is a University of Oregon The University of Oregon is a public university located in Eugene, Oregon. The university was founded in 1876, graduating its first class two years later. The University of Oregon is one of 60 members of the Association of American Universities. alumnus ALUMNUS, civil law. A child which one has nursed; a foster child. Dig. 40, 2, 14. who created his "Science Circus" performances as a way to teach Newtonian physics. Since 1987, Thomas has presented the educational show to more than 24,000 students worldwide at museums and schools. Opening for Thomas will be Highland Elementary School's Melody Makers. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at Umpqua Bank. For more information, call (541) 271-2103. - The Register-Guard |
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