Clarion graduate student William Snyder (’15), will celebrate two years of Stars Over Clarion, a planetarium show he created and produces, at 7 p.m. Nov. 5 in Peirce Planetarium, Grunenwald Center for Science and Technology.
Snyder, of Apollo, who holds a bachelor's degree in physics with a concentration in
astrophysics, began showing Stars Over Clarion in November 2013. The series, held
the first Tuesday of each month, explores constellations, planets and other celestial
items. Shows concentrate on that month's visible elements, offering the community
a look at Clarion's changing heavens throughout the year.
"To celebrate two years of shows and to commemorate surpassing 1,000 community visitors to Stars Over Clarion, I will be premiering a brand new light show," Snyder said. A light show, featuring musical accompaniment to special lighting around the planetarium dome, concludes every Stars Over Clarion evening.
Other tweaks will occur during the evening, though Snyder does not wish to divulge all surprises. The community is especially encouraged to attend, as the 1,000th visitor will receive a special, astronomy-themed gift, a token of appreciation from Snyder for everyone who has come out to support his shows.
Planetarium doors open at 6:40 p.m. The show is free and open to the community; families are welcome. Seating is limited.
For information visit www.facebook.com/ClarionUniversityPlanetarium, or call the planetarium hotline at 814-393-2085.