Planetarium presents “Season of Light”
Dec. 2, 2008
STEPHENVILLE, TEXAS—Tarleton State University’s Science Planetarium is pleased to offer, again this year, the show “Season of Light” in celebration of the Christmas season. Admission is free, but seating is limited. Thursday show times are on Dec. 11 and 18 at 4 p.m. Saturday show times are on Dec. 6, 13 and 20 at 4 p.m.
“This show is a perennial favorite,” said Larry D. Barr, Planetarium manager. “It’s become a holiday tradition for folks here in Erath County who come back every year to enjoy it.”
“Season of Light” traces holiday customs from around the world and explores how the cold, winter season has come to hold some of the warmest traditions of the year. The program is narrated by National Public Radio’s Noah Adams and looks at the traditions of the Yule log, Christmas tree lights, the Menorah and luminaries. Ancient customs from the Romans to the Celts and Native Americans are presented, along with an astronomical explanation of the winter solstice and a discussion of the Star of Bethlehem.
St. Nicholas, Sinterklaas, Kris Kringle, Father Christmas and Santa Claus are all part of the program that follows both the sacred and secular progressions of the Christmas holiday from ancient time to the present day.
More information about the Planetarium and show schedules can be found at www.tarleton.edu/~space. School and group shows are available by appointment. For more information or to schedule a show, call (254) 968-0523.
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