Sungazing with #popscope (Main) In-Person
Join us on the lawn of the Cambridge Public Library for a unique afternoon of sungazing with #popscope as part of MA Space Week 2025! You'll have the chance to observe the Sun safely through specially equipped telescopes, guided by enthusiastic astronomy educators and volunteers.
Discover sunspots, solar flares, and the powerful beauty of our closest star - no experience necessary! Whether you're a curious kid, a budding scientist, or just passing by, stop in for a moment of cosmic wonder
- Date:
- Saturday, April 26, 2025
- Time:
- 3:00pm - 5:00pm
- Time Zone:
- Eastern Time - US & Canada (change)
- Location:
- Joan Lorentz Park
- Branches:
- Main Library
- Audience:
- Adult
- Categories:
- Feature Presentation/Lecture STEAM
#popscope is a national public astronomy initiative that brings free, pop-up telescope events to cities across the country. Their mission is to create accessible, welcoming, and joyful science experiences for everyone under the open sky.
About the MA Space Week Space Film Festival
The MA Space Week Space Film Festival is a statewide celebration of space in cinema, featuring films that highlight the wonders of space exploration, astronomy, and our place in the universe. Each screening is paired with expert insights, making space science accessible and engaging for all audiences. This year’s Massachusetts Space Week theme, "Life in the Universe", explores the possibilities of extraterrestrial life, interstellar travel, and humanity’s place among the stars. Lilo & Stitch, our special kids' matinée selection, introduces young audiences to the idea of alien life with humor, heart, and adventure.