The community will have an opportunity to embrace science during the 17th annual AstroDay from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. May 5 at Hilo’s Prince Kuhio Plaza.
The community will have an opportunity to embrace science during the 17th annual AstroDay from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. May 5 at Hilo’s Prince Kuhio Plaza.
Presented by Maunakea Observatories, more than 30 science and community organizations from throughout the state will fascinate participants of all ages. Free, fun, educational activities and programs will be ongoing throughout the day.
There will be exciting science demos, entertainment and awards at the midmall stage, with live broadcasts by KWXX-FM radio.
Highlights include Starlab, a portable planetarium provided by Gemini Observatory; solar viewing by experienced science guides; robotics clubs; educational games and toys; and many hands-on activities.
Colorful and informative material will be available, as well as displays from diverse organizations.
AstroDay also sponsors the Maunakea Coin Contest, a graphic design competition open to all Hawaii Island students grades K-12. The purpose of the contest is to promote awareness of the relationships between the science of modern astronomy and Hawaiian culture. One overall winner and several category winners are awarded.
The 2018 coin contest winners will be announced during the opening ceremony of the AstroDay program.
For information and updates on the event, visit www.mkaoc.org/programming/astroday or Facebook (see Maunakea Astronomy Outreach Committee).
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