Name: Macao Science Center August 'Starry Sky' Series
Start: 2015-08-03T00:00:00.000Z
End: 2015-08-23T00:00:00.000Z
Location: Macao Science Center Planetarium & Hac Sa Beach, Long Chao Kok

About This Event

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Event Overview

In August, the Macao Science Center Planetarium continues its 'Starry Sky' series of astronomy popularization activities! Join us for a month of celestial exploration.

Event Details

1. Special Lecture: 'Where Have the Stars Gone?'

Date: Saturday, August 1, 2015
Venue: Macao Science Center Planetarium (Dome Theater)
Description: This lecture will showcase the beauty of ancient starry skies and nightscapes that are no longer visible today. It will address key questions about light pollution:
- What is light pollution?
- Why does it happen?
- What are institutions around the world doing to combat it?
- How can we improve the situation in the future?

2. Summer Stargazing & Milky Way Photography Session

Date: Saturday evening, August 15, 2015
Location: Hac Sa Beach, Long Chao Kok, Coloane
Description: Join the Planetarium staff for an on-site guided stargazing and photography session. Learn how to capture the beauty of the summer night sky and the Milky Way.
- Note: Participants are reminded to bring their own photography equipment.