What is a planet? The International Astronomical Union modified the definition of a planet during its August 2006 General Assembly. Pluto and some other objects are now classified as both "Dwarf Planets" and "Plutoids". The program will discuss how we think the Solar System was formed, how we are currently defining members of the Solar System, and will feature photographs of the planets taken by various spacecraft. The current evening constellations will also be pointed out.

SHOWTIMES AND DATES:

Tuesday, April 14, 7:00pm

Thursday, April 16, 7:00pm

Sunday, April 19, 2:00pm

Tuesday, April 21, 7:00pm

Thursday, April 23, 7:00pm

Sunday, April 26, 2:00pm

Tuesday, April 28, 7:00pm

Thursday, April 30, 7:00pm

Sunday, May 3, 2:00pm

Tuesday, May 5, 7:00pm

Thursday, May 7, 7:00pm

Sunday, May 10, 2:00pm

Doors will open 15 minutes before show time. No one will be admitted after the lecture begins. Children twelve years of age and under should be accompanied by an adult. There is no charge for admission. For further information contact:

Dr. Roger Scott, Director

Ms. Karen Long, Office Associate

Hardin Planetarium

Department of Physics and Astronomy

1906 College Heights Boulevard, #11077

Western Kentucky University

Bowling Green, KY 42101-1077

Phone: (270)745-4044

FAX: (270)745-2014

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