November 10 Show Postponed to November 17
Welcome to the SCCS Planetarium
Welcome to the Southern Cayuga Planetarium, where every journey begins with a single star. Prepare to embark on a celestial adventure unlike any other letting your imagination soar as we explore the wonders of the cosmos together. We are currently offering two ways to experience the mysteries of space!
Community Shows
Show Dates for the 2025-26 School Year: November 10, January 12, March 9, April 13, May 11, June 8
Reserving Your Seats
To reserve your seats, please fill out the Google Form that is linked within the show write-up below. Times of shows may vary, and occasionally we offer hands on activities before the show begins.
As of Friday, November 7th, our November 10th Community Show is filled to capacity.
We hope to see you at future shows!
Our November 10th evening will feature: Supermassive Black Holes-Uncovering the Invisible
Click the following for the NOVEMBER 10th RESERVATION FORM
Leading scientists in observational and theoretical studies of black holes and galaxies, industrial experts in cutting-edge big technologies, and professionals in science dissemination have been brought together to set up research projects which will combine the latest state-of-the-art observations, numerical simulations and innovative analytic tools to compare theory with observation, and shed light on the physics of black hole formation in the context of galaxy evolution. This planetarium show presents the environments of the black holes in an impressive and understandable way to the audience.
Southern Cayuga Central Schools is pleased to offer evening shows for families to enjoy! Typically these shows are offered each month from October through June. The shows generally average 30 minutes followed by 10-15 minutes of interactive learning of space facts. To extend your experience, the evening concludes with each family receiving a followup 'To Go' activity to be completed at home. Please reference each month's show write up for more specific details and your reservation link. Monthly show information and links are updated by the 15th of each month!
PLEASE NOTE:
- The reservation form will be active as long as there are seats available.
- Shows are limited to 40 participants.
- There is no cost for admission!
- Once you have submitted your form, you will receive a confirmation email.
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School Field Trips
(Sign up for reservations will be available beginning 11/7/25)
FIRST PRIORITY GOES TO SCHOOLS WHO HAVE SUPPORTED THE PLANETARIUM THROUGH OUR 25/26 BOCES COSER.
Scheduling a Field Trip
Please contact Heather Snyder at: snyderh@southerncayuga.org
Please use this Google Form to see available dates and share information about your interest in a school field trip to the SCCS Planetarium!
You will receive a response within 48 hours to initiate the reservation process.
PLEASE NOTE:
- There is NO COST for your visit!
- For best viewing, seating is limited to 40 student seats per show.
- Average time for a field trip is 1 1/2 hours. This includes: approximately 45 minutes in the dome for a show and stellular discussion and a 45 minute followup activity.
- For groups larger than 40 students, part of the group will begin in the classroom, while the remainder will begin in the dome. After 45 minutes, we will 'swap locations' and activities. PLEASE NOTE: Classroom seating is limited to 36 seats!
- Visits can begin as early as 8:00am but must be completed by 11:15am (except shows that are booked June 16th-25th when trips can be scheduled anytime between 8:00 am and 2:30pm)
- We can work together to customize your field trip to best meet your curricular needs!
- The address of the planetarium is: 2384 State Rt. 34B, Aurora, NY 13026
Questions? Please contact Heather Snyder at: snyderh@southerncayuga.org
