Trades Fair at the Homeplace

Trades Fair at The Homeplace 1850s
Jamie Sears Rawlings

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Laser Legends of the Night Sky

When:  Nov. 11, 2025 - 10am-11am
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Join Aesop the Owl in a journey through Greek-mythology inspired stories of the constellations, including princesses, warriors, and even sea monsters. Explore the fight of good versus evil, death, honor, betrayal, and sacrifice themed in a way that is suitable for younger viewers. **Warning: Some flickering/dynamic light elements may not be suitable for light sensitive groups.

Earth, Moon, & Sun

When:  Nov. 11, 2025 - 12pm-1pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Journey along with Coyote, a character adapted from Native American oral tradition, as he explores the relationship between Earth and its neighbors. Native American stories woven through this show illustrate how we have long tried understand our planet and the skies above us. Recommended for younger audience.

From Earth to Universe

When:  Nov. 11, 2025 - 3pm-4pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

How has our understanding of the universe progressed in the last 100 years? Explore how technology has allowed us to observe new parts of space for the very first time.

Traveling with Light

When:  Nov. 11, 2025 - 11am-12pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

This show presents different scenarios that reveal the complexity of light and its direct influence on our planet. From the heat and light of the Sun to the evolutionary impact of fire, light plays a vital role. Recommended for all ages.

Habitat Earth

When:  Nov. 11, 2025 - 2pm-3pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

In the only Earth Science offering, learn how living networks connect and support life forms large and small. Discover what it means to live in today's connected world-from deep in the ocean to beneath the forest floor. Suitable for all ages

Stars: The Powerhouses of the Universe

When:  Nov. 11, 2025 - 1pm-2pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Stars are the engines that fuel the universe, and every star has a story. Follow along and learn how they are formed, their beauty, and their destructive power. Explore the history of astronomy around the world. Recommended for all ages.

Discover the Stars

When:  Nov. 11, 2025 - 4pm-5pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Many of us have looked up at the stars in the sky and wondered. This exciting program takes viewers beyond a simple observation of the night sky and delves into the fascinating lives of stars.

Laser Legends of the Night Sky

When:  Nov. 12, 2025 - 10am-11am
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Join Aesop the Owl in a journey through Greek-mythology inspired stories of the constellations, including princesses, warriors, and even sea monsters. Explore the fight of good versus evil, death, honor, betrayal, and sacrifice themed in a way that is suitable for younger viewers. **Warning: Some flickering/dynamic light elements may not be suitable for light sensitive groups.

Traveling with Light

When:  Nov. 12, 2025 - 4pm-5pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

This show presents different scenarios that reveal the complexity of light and its direct influence on our planet. From the heat and light of the Sun to the evolutionary impact of fire, light plays a vital role. Recommended for all ages.

Habitat Earth

When:  Nov. 12, 2025 - 11am-12pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

In the only Earth Science offering, learn how living networks connect and support life forms large and small. Discover what it means to live in today's connected world-from deep in the ocean to beneath the forest floor. Suitable for all ages

Stars: The Powerhouses of the Universe

When:  Nov. 12, 2025 - 2pm-3pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Stars are the engines that fuel the universe, and every star has a story. Follow along and learn how they are formed, their beauty, and their destructive power. Explore the history of astronomy around the world. Recommended for all ages.

Firefall

When:  Nov. 12, 2025 - 12pm-1pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Have you ever enjoyed a meteor shower or wished upon a shooting star? Explore where meteors come from, what they are made of, past impact evidence and even possible future impact predictions.

Explore

When:  Nov. 12, 2025 - 1pm-2pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Enjoy the story of humanity's fascination with stars, from ancient astrologers to breakthrough discoveries. Also learn how modern spacecraft navigate the skies. Recommended for all ages.

Discover the Stars

When:  Nov. 12, 2025 - 3pm-4pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Many of us have looked up at the stars in the sky and wondered. This exciting program takes viewers beyond a simple observation of the night sky and delves into the fascinating lives of stars.

Laser Legends of the Night Sky

When:  Nov. 13, 2025 - 10am-11am
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Join Aesop the Owl in a journey through Greek-mythology inspired stories of the constellations, including princesses, warriors, and even sea monsters. Explore the fight of good versus evil, death, honor, betrayal, and sacrifice themed in a way that is suitable for younger viewers. **Warning: Some flickering/dynamic light elements may not be suitable for light sensitive groups.

Earth, Moon, & Sun

When:  Nov. 13, 2025 - 12pm-1pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Journey along with Coyote, a character adapted from Native American oral tradition, as he explores the relationship between Earth and its neighbors. Native American stories woven through this show illustrate how we have long tried understand our planet and the skies above us. Recommended for younger audience.

From Earth to Universe

When:  Nov. 13, 2025 - 3pm-4pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

How has our understanding of the universe progressed in the last 100 years? Explore how technology has allowed us to observe new parts of space for the very first time.

Traveling with Light

When:  Nov. 13, 2025 - 11am-12pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

This show presents different scenarios that reveal the complexity of light and its direct influence on our planet. From the heat and light of the Sun to the evolutionary impact of fire, light plays a vital role. Recommended for all ages.

Habitat Earth

When:  Nov. 13, 2025 - 2pm-3pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

In the only Earth Science offering, learn how living networks connect and support life forms large and small. Discover what it means to live in today's connected world-from deep in the ocean to beneath the forest floor. Suitable for all ages

Stars: The Powerhouses of the Universe

When:  Nov. 13, 2025 - 1pm-2pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Stars are the engines that fuel the universe, and every star has a story. Follow along and learn how they are formed, their beauty, and their destructive power. Explore the history of astronomy around the world. Recommended for all ages.

Discover the Stars

When:  Nov. 13, 2025 - 4pm-5pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Many of us have looked up at the stars in the sky and wondered. This exciting program takes viewers beyond a simple observation of the night sky and delves into the fascinating lives of stars.

Little Star that Could

When:  Nov. 14, 2025 - 10am-11am
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Little Star is born as an unnamed, average star, but he wants to be special. Along his journey, he learns what makes each star special and exactly what it takes to lead a solar system - and even discovers his name.

From Earth to Universe

When:  Nov. 14, 2025 - 11am-12pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

How has our understanding of the universe progressed in the last 100 years? Explore how technology has allowed us to observe new parts of space for the very first time.

Traveling with Light

When:  Nov. 14, 2025 - 4pm-5pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

This show presents different scenarios that reveal the complexity of light and its direct influence on our planet. From the heat and light of the Sun to the evolutionary impact of fire, light plays a vital role. Recommended for all ages.

Stars: The Powerhouses of the Universe

When:  Nov. 14, 2025 - 12pm-1pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Stars are the engines that fuel the universe, and every star has a story. Follow along and learn how they are formed, their beauty, and their destructive power. Explore the history of astronomy around the world. Recommended for all ages.

Firefall

When:  Nov. 14, 2025 - 1pm-2pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Have you ever enjoyed a meteor shower or wished upon a shooting star? Explore where meteors come from, what they are made of, past impact evidence and even possible future impact predictions.

Explore

When:  Nov. 14, 2025 - 3pm-4pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Enjoy the story of humanity's fascination with stars, from ancient astrologers to breakthrough discoveries. Also learn how modern spacecraft navigate the skies. Recommended for all ages.

Discover the Stars

When:  Nov. 14, 2025 - 2pm-3pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Many of us have looked up at the stars in the sky and wondered. This exciting program takes viewers beyond a simple observation of the night sky and delves into the fascinating lives of stars.

Laser Legends of the Night Sky

When:  Nov. 15, 2025 - 10am-11am
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Join Aesop the Owl in a journey through Greek-mythology inspired stories of the constellations, including princesses, warriors, and even sea monsters. Explore the fight of good versus evil, death, honor, betrayal, and sacrifice themed in a way that is suitable for younger viewers. **Warning: Some flickering/dynamic light elements may not be suitable for light sensitive groups.

Earth, Moon, & Sun

When:  Nov. 15, 2025 - 11am-12pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Journey along with Coyote, a character adapted from Native American oral tradition, as he explores the relationship between Earth and its neighbors. Native American stories woven through this show illustrate how we have long tried understand our planet and the skies above us. Recommended for younger audience.

From Earth to Universe

When:  Nov. 15, 2025 - 12pm-1pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

How has our understanding of the universe progressed in the last 100 years? Explore how technology has allowed us to observe new parts of space for the very first time.

Traveling with Light

When:  Nov. 15, 2025 - 2pm-3pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

This show presents different scenarios that reveal the complexity of light and its direct influence on our planet. From the heat and light of the Sun to the evolutionary impact of fire, light plays a vital role. Recommended for all ages.

Stars: The Powerhouses of the Universe

When:  Nov. 15, 2025 - 1pm-2pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Stars are the engines that fuel the universe, and every star has a story. Follow along and learn how they are formed, their beauty, and their destructive power. Explore the history of astronomy around the world. Recommended for all ages.

Firefall

When:  Nov. 15, 2025 - 3pm-4pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Have you ever enjoyed a meteor shower or wished upon a shooting star? Explore where meteors come from, what they are made of, past impact evidence and even possible future impact predictions.

Discover the Stars

When:  Nov. 15, 2025 - 4pm-5pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Many of us have looked up at the stars in the sky and wondered. This exciting program takes viewers beyond a simple observation of the night sky and delves into the fascinating lives of stars.

Piecing and Quilting

When:  Nov. 15, 2025 - 1pm
Where:  The Homeplace - 4512 The Trace
Contact:  https://www.landbetweenthelakes.us/calendar/

Beautiful, artistic, and practical. Quilts are not only stunning works of art, but also treasures of tradition on our farm. Join us for a demonstration on piecing together and sewing quilts by hand, like they would have done in the 1850s. Whether you're a quilting enthusiast or have never seen one before, we invite you to share your stories and discover the beauty and skill behind these fabric masterpieces.

Duck, Duck, Chicken

When:  Nov. 15, 2025 - 2pm
Where:  The Homeplace - 4512 The Trace
Contact:  https://www.landbetweenthelakes.us/calendar/

Come meet our Dominique chickens and Cayuga ducks, hearty heritage breed birds commonly found on an 1800s farm yard. They could be anywhere on our farm today, busy eating bugs or laying eggs, but let's see if they'll come over and say hello.

Deck the Halls

When:  Nov. 15, 2025 - 10am
Where:  The Homeplace - 4512 The Trace
Contact:  https://www.landbetweenthelakes.us/calendar/

The Holiday Season is just around the corner. The Homeplace is getting ready by making decorations. Find out how the holidays were celebrated during the 1850's. We will be using hand tools and ingenuity to brighten up the season as the days get shorter

Cub Scout Day: Champions for Nature

When:  Nov. 15, 2025 - 10am
Where:  Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail Rd.
Contact:  270-924-2299

Attention all Cub Scouts and Cub Scout leaders: Bring the whole pack (or just your own kids) to earn an adventure at the Nature Station! This year, Cub Scouts of all levels - Lions through Arrow of Light - will be working towards their Champions for Nature Adventure. Scouts will learn about natural resources, endangered species, recycling, and more through hands-on activities led by naturalists and volunteers. A complete schedule and list of exact requirements covered will be available online by November 1, 2025. We recommend planning a 2-3 hour visit to complete all activities. Call 270-924-2299 for more information. Cub Scout Day activities are included with regular NS admission ($7 for ages 16 and over, and free for ages 15 and under).

Little Star that Could

When:  Nov. 16, 2025 - 10am-11am
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Little Star is born as an unnamed, average star, but he wants to be special. Along his journey, he learns what makes each star special and exactly what it takes to lead a solar system - and even discovers his name.

Earth, Moon, & Sun

When:  Nov. 16, 2025 - 11am-12pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Journey along with Coyote, a character adapted from Native American oral tradition, as he explores the relationship between Earth and its neighbors. Native American stories woven through this show illustrate how we have long tried understand our planet and the skies above us. Recommended for younger audience.

From Earth to Universe

When:  Nov. 16, 2025 - 12pm-1pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

How has our understanding of the universe progressed in the last 100 years? Explore how technology has allowed us to observe new parts of space for the very first time.

Traveling with Light

When:  Nov. 16, 2025 - 2pm-3pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

This show presents different scenarios that reveal the complexity of light and its direct influence on our planet. From the heat and light of the Sun to the evolutionary impact of fire, light plays a vital role. Recommended for all ages.

Stars: The Powerhouses of the Universe

When:  Nov. 16, 2025 - 1pm-2pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Stars are the engines that fuel the universe, and every star has a story. Follow along and learn how they are formed, their beauty, and their destructive power. Explore the history of astronomy around the world. Recommended for all ages.

Firefall

When:  Nov. 16, 2025 - 3pm-4pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Have you ever enjoyed a meteor shower or wished upon a shooting star? Explore where meteors come from, what they are made of, past impact evidence and even possible future impact predictions.

Discover the Stars

When:  Nov. 16, 2025 - 4pm-5pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Many of us have looked up at the stars in the sky and wondered. This exciting program takes viewers beyond a simple observation of the night sky and delves into the fascinating lives of stars.

Cooking on the Wood Stove

When:  Nov. 16, 2025 - 10:30am
Where:  The Homeplace - 4512 The Trace
Contact:  https://landbetweenthelakes.us/homeplace/

Visitors to the homeplace love to talk about their memories of wood cook-stoves and the old cast iron skillets that have been passed down through the generations. Come and experience traditional cooking methods and learn how to take care of Granny's skillet for the next generation.

Pigging Out

When:  Nov. 16, 2025 - 2:30pm-3pm
Where:  The Homeplace - 4512 The Trace
Contact:  https://www.landbetweenthelakes.us/calendar/

Come learn some fascinating facts about pigs and their place on an 1850's farm. Meet Pinky and Blake, our heritage breed pigs, we'll be telling you all about them while they enjoy a tasty treat.

Sunday Funday: Eagles

When:  Nov. 16, 2025 - 3:30pm
Where:  Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail Rd.
Contact:  270-924-2299

Everyone loves having fun and today it's playtime for our eagles! Watch as they react to an interesting new food item or an exciting new toy and learn more about how the Nature Station cares for its rescued wildlife through fun enrichment activities!

Little Star that Could

When:  Nov. 17, 2025 - 10am-11am
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Little Star is born as an unnamed, average star, but he wants to be special. Along his journey, he learns what makes each star special and exactly what it takes to lead a solar system - and even discovers his name.

From Earth to Universe

When:  Nov. 17, 2025 - 11am-12pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

How has our understanding of the universe progressed in the last 100 years? Explore how technology has allowed us to observe new parts of space for the very first time.

Traveling with Light

When:  Nov. 17, 2025 - 4pm-5pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

This show presents different scenarios that reveal the complexity of light and its direct influence on our planet. From the heat and light of the Sun to the evolutionary impact of fire, light plays a vital role. Recommended for all ages.

Stars: The Powerhouses of the Universe

When:  Nov. 17, 2025 - 12pm-1pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Stars are the engines that fuel the universe, and every star has a story. Follow along and learn how they are formed, their beauty, and their destructive power. Explore the history of astronomy around the world. Recommended for all ages.

Firefall

When:  Nov. 17, 2025 - 1pm-2pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Have you ever enjoyed a meteor shower or wished upon a shooting star? Explore where meteors come from, what they are made of, past impact evidence and even possible future impact predictions.

Explore

When:  Nov. 17, 2025 - 3pm-4pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Enjoy the story of humanity's fascination with stars, from ancient astrologers to breakthrough discoveries. Also learn how modern spacecraft navigate the skies. Recommended for all ages.

Discover the Stars

When:  Nov. 17, 2025 - 2pm-3pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Many of us have looked up at the stars in the sky and wondered. This exciting program takes viewers beyond a simple observation of the night sky and delves into the fascinating lives of stars.

Laser Legends of the Night Sky

When:  Nov. 18, 2025 - 10am-11am
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Join Aesop the Owl in a journey through Greek-mythology inspired stories of the constellations, including princesses, warriors, and even sea monsters. Explore the fight of good versus evil, death, honor, betrayal, and sacrifice themed in a way that is suitable for younger viewers. **Warning: Some flickering/dynamic light elements may not be suitable for light sensitive groups.

Earth, Moon, & Sun

When:  Nov. 18, 2025 - 12pm-1pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Journey along with Coyote, a character adapted from Native American oral tradition, as he explores the relationship between Earth and its neighbors. Native American stories woven through this show illustrate how we have long tried understand our planet and the skies above us. Recommended for younger audience.

From Earth to Universe

When:  Nov. 18, 2025 - 3pm-4pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

How has our understanding of the universe progressed in the last 100 years? Explore how technology has allowed us to observe new parts of space for the very first time.

Traveling with Light

When:  Nov. 18, 2025 - 11am-12pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

This show presents different scenarios that reveal the complexity of light and its direct influence on our planet. From the heat and light of the Sun to the evolutionary impact of fire, light plays a vital role. Recommended for all ages.

Habitat Earth

When:  Nov. 18, 2025 - 2pm-3pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

In the only Earth Science offering, learn how living networks connect and support life forms large and small. Discover what it means to live in today's connected world-from deep in the ocean to beneath the forest floor. Suitable for all ages

Stars: The Powerhouses of the Universe

When:  Nov. 18, 2025 - 1pm-2pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Stars are the engines that fuel the universe, and every star has a story. Follow along and learn how they are formed, their beauty, and their destructive power. Explore the history of astronomy around the world. Recommended for all ages.

Discover the Stars

When:  Nov. 18, 2025 - 4pm-5pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Many of us have looked up at the stars in the sky and wondered. This exciting program takes viewers beyond a simple observation of the night sky and delves into the fascinating lives of stars.

Laser Legends of the Night Sky

When:  Nov. 19, 2025 - 10am-11am
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Join Aesop the Owl in a journey through Greek-mythology inspired stories of the constellations, including princesses, warriors, and even sea monsters. Explore the fight of good versus evil, death, honor, betrayal, and sacrifice themed in a way that is suitable for younger viewers. **Warning: Some flickering/dynamic light elements may not be suitable for light sensitive groups.

Traveling with Light

When:  Nov. 19, 2025 - 4pm-5pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

This show presents different scenarios that reveal the complexity of light and its direct influence on our planet. From the heat and light of the Sun to the evolutionary impact of fire, light plays a vital role. Recommended for all ages.

Habitat Earth

When:  Nov. 19, 2025 - 11am-12pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

In the only Earth Science offering, learn how living networks connect and support life forms large and small. Discover what it means to live in today's connected world-from deep in the ocean to beneath the forest floor. Suitable for all ages

Stars: The Powerhouses of the Universe

When:  Nov. 19, 2025 - 2pm-3pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Stars are the engines that fuel the universe, and every star has a story. Follow along and learn how they are formed, their beauty, and their destructive power. Explore the history of astronomy around the world. Recommended for all ages.

Firefall

When:  Nov. 19, 2025 - 12pm-1pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Have you ever enjoyed a meteor shower or wished upon a shooting star? Explore where meteors come from, what they are made of, past impact evidence and even possible future impact predictions.

Explore

When:  Nov. 19, 2025 - 1pm-2pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Enjoy the story of humanity's fascination with stars, from ancient astrologers to breakthrough discoveries. Also learn how modern spacecraft navigate the skies. Recommended for all ages.

Discover the Stars

When:  Nov. 19, 2025 - 3pm-4pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Many of us have looked up at the stars in the sky and wondered. This exciting program takes viewers beyond a simple observation of the night sky and delves into the fascinating lives of stars.

Laser Legends of the Night Sky

When:  Nov. 20, 2025 - 10am-11am
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Join Aesop the Owl in a journey through Greek-mythology inspired stories of the constellations, including princesses, warriors, and even sea monsters. Explore the fight of good versus evil, death, honor, betrayal, and sacrifice themed in a way that is suitable for younger viewers. **Warning: Some flickering/dynamic light elements may not be suitable for light sensitive groups.

Earth, Moon, & Sun

When:  Nov. 20, 2025 - 12pm-1pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Journey along with Coyote, a character adapted from Native American oral tradition, as he explores the relationship between Earth and its neighbors. Native American stories woven through this show illustrate how we have long tried understand our planet and the skies above us. Recommended for younger audience.

From Earth to Universe

When:  Nov. 20, 2025 - 3pm-4pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

How has our understanding of the universe progressed in the last 100 years? Explore how technology has allowed us to observe new parts of space for the very first time.

Traveling with Light

When:  Nov. 20, 2025 - 11am-12pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

This show presents different scenarios that reveal the complexity of light and its direct influence on our planet. From the heat and light of the Sun to the evolutionary impact of fire, light plays a vital role. Recommended for all ages.

Habitat Earth

When:  Nov. 20, 2025 - 2pm-3pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

In the only Earth Science offering, learn how living networks connect and support life forms large and small. Discover what it means to live in today's connected world-from deep in the ocean to beneath the forest floor. Suitable for all ages

Stars: The Powerhouses of the Universe

When:  Nov. 20, 2025 - 1pm-2pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Stars are the engines that fuel the universe, and every star has a story. Follow along and learn how they are formed, their beauty, and their destructive power. Explore the history of astronomy around the world. Recommended for all ages.

Discover the Stars

When:  Nov. 20, 2025 - 4pm-5pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Many of us have looked up at the stars in the sky and wondered. This exciting program takes viewers beyond a simple observation of the night sky and delves into the fascinating lives of stars.

Little Star that Could

When:  Nov. 21, 2025 - 10am-11am
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Little Star is born as an unnamed, average star, but he wants to be special. Along his journey, he learns what makes each star special and exactly what it takes to lead a solar system - and even discovers his name.

From Earth to Universe

When:  Nov. 21, 2025 - 11am-12pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

How has our understanding of the universe progressed in the last 100 years? Explore how technology has allowed us to observe new parts of space for the very first time.

Traveling with Light

When:  Nov. 21, 2025 - 4pm-5pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

This show presents different scenarios that reveal the complexity of light and its direct influence on our planet. From the heat and light of the Sun to the evolutionary impact of fire, light plays a vital role. Recommended for all ages.

Stars: The Powerhouses of the Universe

When:  Nov. 21, 2025 - 12pm-1pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Stars are the engines that fuel the universe, and every star has a story. Follow along and learn how they are formed, their beauty, and their destructive power. Explore the history of astronomy around the world. Recommended for all ages.

Firefall

When:  Nov. 21, 2025 - 1pm-2pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Have you ever enjoyed a meteor shower or wished upon a shooting star? Explore where meteors come from, what they are made of, past impact evidence and even possible future impact predictions.

Explore

When:  Nov. 21, 2025 - 3pm-4pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Enjoy the story of humanity's fascination with stars, from ancient astrologers to breakthrough discoveries. Also learn how modern spacecraft navigate the skies. Recommended for all ages.

Discover the Stars

When:  Nov. 21, 2025 - 2pm-3pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Many of us have looked up at the stars in the sky and wondered. This exciting program takes viewers beyond a simple observation of the night sky and delves into the fascinating lives of stars.

Laser Legends of the Night Sky

When:  Nov. 22, 2025 - 10am-11am
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Join Aesop the Owl in a journey through Greek-mythology inspired stories of the constellations, including princesses, warriors, and even sea monsters. Explore the fight of good versus evil, death, honor, betrayal, and sacrifice themed in a way that is suitable for younger viewers. **Warning: Some flickering/dynamic light elements may not be suitable for light sensitive groups.

Earth, Moon, & Sun

When:  Nov. 22, 2025 - 11am-12pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Journey along with Coyote, a character adapted from Native American oral tradition, as he explores the relationship between Earth and its neighbors. Native American stories woven through this show illustrate how we have long tried understand our planet and the skies above us. Recommended for younger audience.

From Earth to Universe

When:  Nov. 22, 2025 - 12pm-1pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

How has our understanding of the universe progressed in the last 100 years? Explore how technology has allowed us to observe new parts of space for the very first time.

Traveling with Light

When:  Nov. 22, 2025 - 2pm-3pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

This show presents different scenarios that reveal the complexity of light and its direct influence on our planet. From the heat and light of the Sun to the evolutionary impact of fire, light plays a vital role. Recommended for all ages.

Stars: The Powerhouses of the Universe

When:  Nov. 22, 2025 - 1pm-2pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Stars are the engines that fuel the universe, and every star has a story. Follow along and learn how they are formed, their beauty, and their destructive power. Explore the history of astronomy around the world. Recommended for all ages.

Firefall

When:  Nov. 22, 2025 - 3pm-4pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Have you ever enjoyed a meteor shower or wished upon a shooting star? Explore where meteors come from, what they are made of, past impact evidence and even possible future impact predictions.

Discover the Stars

When:  Nov. 22, 2025 - 4pm-5pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Many of us have looked up at the stars in the sky and wondered. This exciting program takes viewers beyond a simple observation of the night sky and delves into the fascinating lives of stars.

Treat the Sheep

When:  Nov. 22, 2025 - 2:30pm
Where:  The Homeplace - 4512 The Trace
Contact:  https://www.landbetweenthelakes.us/calendar/

Meet our Border Leicester sheep and learn what role they played on an 1850's farm. Offer them a treat and get up close with these fuzzy farm friends.

Blacksmithing

When:  Nov. 22, 2025 - 10am
Where:  The Homeplace - 4512 The Trace
Contact:  https://www.landbetweenthelakes.us/calendar/

It's Hammer time at the 1850's farm! We will be demonstrating historical methods of blacksmithing on a bellows operated charcoal forge. Learn about metallurgy during the mid-1800's and explore how a farmer would repair and replace broken and damaged tools.

Bat Attitudes

When:  Nov. 22, 2025 - 1:30pm
Where:  Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail Rd.
Contact:  270-924-2299

What do you know about bats? Do bats actually drink blood? Can bats get caught in a human's hair? Join us for this fun and interactive program where we debunk some common myths of bats, and even learn how bats help us humans. Then, follow us outside and we will see if we can have a chat with our very own backyard bats! *Ideal for home educators.

Going Nuts

When:  Nov. 22, 2025 - 3:30pm
Where:  Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail Rd.
Contact:  270-924-2299

It's a bird! It's a plane! It's a...squirrel? How much do you know about our most common squirrel, the flying squirrel? Come meet our tiny high-flyer up close and see if YOU could survive as a squirrel! *Ideal for home educators.

Little Star that Could

When:  Nov. 23, 2025 - 10am-11am
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Little Star is born as an unnamed, average star, but he wants to be special. Along his journey, he learns what makes each star special and exactly what it takes to lead a solar system - and even discovers his name.

Earth, Moon, & Sun

When:  Nov. 23, 2025 - 11am-12pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Journey along with Coyote, a character adapted from Native American oral tradition, as he explores the relationship between Earth and its neighbors. Native American stories woven through this show illustrate how we have long tried understand our planet and the skies above us. Recommended for younger audience.

From Earth to Universe

When:  Nov. 23, 2025 - 12pm-1pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

How has our understanding of the universe progressed in the last 100 years? Explore how technology has allowed us to observe new parts of space for the very first time.

Traveling with Light

When:  Nov. 23, 2025 - 2pm-3pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

This show presents different scenarios that reveal the complexity of light and its direct influence on our planet. From the heat and light of the Sun to the evolutionary impact of fire, light plays a vital role. Recommended for all ages.

Stars: The Powerhouses of the Universe

When:  Nov. 23, 2025 - 1pm-2pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Stars are the engines that fuel the universe, and every star has a story. Follow along and learn how they are formed, their beauty, and their destructive power. Explore the history of astronomy around the world. Recommended for all ages.

Firefall

When:  Nov. 23, 2025 - 3pm-4pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Have you ever enjoyed a meteor shower or wished upon a shooting star? Explore where meteors come from, what they are made of, past impact evidence and even possible future impact predictions.

Discover the Stars

When:  Nov. 23, 2025 - 4pm-5pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Many of us have looked up at the stars in the sky and wondered. This exciting program takes viewers beyond a simple observation of the night sky and delves into the fascinating lives of stars.

Horsing Around

When:  Nov. 23, 2025 - 2pm
Where:  The Homeplace - 4512 The Trace
Contact:  https://www.landbetweenthelakes.us/calendar/

Do you like horsing around? Our therapy horse Cinnamon and our mule Todd love to. They enjoy a good brushing, time outside the pasture, and good treats. Come meet our equines here at The Homeplace and learn what their job is on an 1850's farm.

Cooking on the Wood Stove

When:  Nov. 23, 2025 - 10:30am
Where:  The Homeplace - 4512 The Trace
Contact:  https://landbetweenthelakes.us/homeplace/

Visitors to the homeplace love to talk about their memories of wood cook-stoves and the old cast iron skillets that have been passed down through the generations. Come and experience traditional cooking methods and learn how to take care of Granny's skillet for the next generation.

Snake, Rattle, & Roll!

When:  Nov. 23, 2025 - 1:30pm
Where:  Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail Rd.
Contact:  270-924-2299

Have you ever seen a snake? Now's your chance! Meet our resident snakes as we learn the different types of snakes we have here in LBL. You'll get to learn how to identify a venomous snake and discover what role they play in the ecosystem. We'll also discuss how to be safe around venomous and nonvenomous snakes when we're outside.

Sunday Funday: Wildcat

When:  Nov. 23, 2025 - 3:30pm
Where:  Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail Rd.
Contact:  270-924-2299

Everyone loves having fun and today it's playtime for our Wildcat! Watch as he reacts to an interesting new food item or an exciting new toy and learn more about how the Nature Station cares for its rescued wildlife through fun enrichment activities!

Little Star that Could

When:  Nov. 24, 2025 - 10am-11am
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Little Star is born as an unnamed, average star, but he wants to be special. Along his journey, he learns what makes each star special and exactly what it takes to lead a solar system - and even discovers his name.

From Earth to Universe

When:  Nov. 24, 2025 - 11am-12pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

How has our understanding of the universe progressed in the last 100 years? Explore how technology has allowed us to observe new parts of space for the very first time.

Traveling with Light

When:  Nov. 24, 2025 - 4pm-5pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

This show presents different scenarios that reveal the complexity of light and its direct influence on our planet. From the heat and light of the Sun to the evolutionary impact of fire, light plays a vital role. Recommended for all ages.

Stars: The Powerhouses of the Universe

When:  Nov. 24, 2025 - 12pm-1pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Stars are the engines that fuel the universe, and every star has a story. Follow along and learn how they are formed, their beauty, and their destructive power. Explore the history of astronomy around the world. Recommended for all ages.

Firefall

When:  Nov. 24, 2025 - 1pm-2pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Have you ever enjoyed a meteor shower or wished upon a shooting star? Explore where meteors come from, what they are made of, past impact evidence and even possible future impact predictions.

Explore

When:  Nov. 24, 2025 - 3pm-4pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Enjoy the story of humanity's fascination with stars, from ancient astrologers to breakthrough discoveries. Also learn how modern spacecraft navigate the skies. Recommended for all ages.

Discover the Stars

When:  Nov. 24, 2025 - 2pm-3pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Many of us have looked up at the stars in the sky and wondered. This exciting program takes viewers beyond a simple observation of the night sky and delves into the fascinating lives of stars.

Laser Legends of the Night Sky

When:  Nov. 25, 2025 - 10am-11am
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Join Aesop the Owl in a journey through Greek-mythology inspired stories of the constellations, including princesses, warriors, and even sea monsters. Explore the fight of good versus evil, death, honor, betrayal, and sacrifice themed in a way that is suitable for younger viewers. **Warning: Some flickering/dynamic light elements may not be suitable for light sensitive groups.

Earth, Moon, & Sun

When:  Nov. 25, 2025 - 12pm-1pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Journey along with Coyote, a character adapted from Native American oral tradition, as he explores the relationship between Earth and its neighbors. Native American stories woven through this show illustrate how we have long tried understand our planet and the skies above us. Recommended for younger audience.

From Earth to Universe

When:  Nov. 25, 2025 - 3pm-4pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

How has our understanding of the universe progressed in the last 100 years? Explore how technology has allowed us to observe new parts of space for the very first time.

Traveling with Light

When:  Nov. 25, 2025 - 11am-12pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

This show presents different scenarios that reveal the complexity of light and its direct influence on our planet. From the heat and light of the Sun to the evolutionary impact of fire, light plays a vital role. Recommended for all ages.

Habitat Earth

When:  Nov. 25, 2025 - 2pm-3pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

In the only Earth Science offering, learn how living networks connect and support life forms large and small. Discover what it means to live in today's connected world-from deep in the ocean to beneath the forest floor. Suitable for all ages

Stars: The Powerhouses of the Universe

When:  Nov. 25, 2025 - 1pm-2pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Stars are the engines that fuel the universe, and every star has a story. Follow along and learn how they are formed, their beauty, and their destructive power. Explore the history of astronomy around the world. Recommended for all ages.

Discover the Stars

When:  Nov. 25, 2025 - 4pm-5pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Many of us have looked up at the stars in the sky and wondered. This exciting program takes viewers beyond a simple observation of the night sky and delves into the fascinating lives of stars.

Laser Legends of the Night Sky

When:  Nov. 26, 2025 - 10am-11am
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Join Aesop the Owl in a journey through Greek-mythology inspired stories of the constellations, including princesses, warriors, and even sea monsters. Explore the fight of good versus evil, death, honor, betrayal, and sacrifice themed in a way that is suitable for younger viewers. **Warning: Some flickering/dynamic light elements may not be suitable for light sensitive groups.

Traveling with Light

When:  Nov. 26, 2025 - 4pm-5pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

This show presents different scenarios that reveal the complexity of light and its direct influence on our planet. From the heat and light of the Sun to the evolutionary impact of fire, light plays a vital role. Recommended for all ages.

Habitat Earth

When:  Nov. 26, 2025 - 11am-12pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

In the only Earth Science offering, learn how living networks connect and support life forms large and small. Discover what it means to live in today's connected world-from deep in the ocean to beneath the forest floor. Suitable for all ages

Stars: The Powerhouses of the Universe

When:  Nov. 26, 2025 - 2pm-3pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Stars are the engines that fuel the universe, and every star has a story. Follow along and learn how they are formed, their beauty, and their destructive power. Explore the history of astronomy around the world. Recommended for all ages.

Firefall

When:  Nov. 26, 2025 - 12pm-1pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Have you ever enjoyed a meteor shower or wished upon a shooting star? Explore where meteors come from, what they are made of, past impact evidence and even possible future impact predictions.

Explore

When:  Nov. 26, 2025 - 1pm-2pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Enjoy the story of humanity's fascination with stars, from ancient astrologers to breakthrough discoveries. Also learn how modern spacecraft navigate the skies. Recommended for all ages.

Discover the Stars

When:  Nov. 26, 2025 - 3pm-4pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Many of us have looked up at the stars in the sky and wondered. This exciting program takes viewers beyond a simple observation of the night sky and delves into the fascinating lives of stars.

Laser Legends of the Night Sky

When:  Nov. 27, 2025 - 10am-11am
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Join Aesop the Owl in a journey through Greek-mythology inspired stories of the constellations, including princesses, warriors, and even sea monsters. Explore the fight of good versus evil, death, honor, betrayal, and sacrifice themed in a way that is suitable for younger viewers. **Warning: Some flickering/dynamic light elements may not be suitable for light sensitive groups.

Earth, Moon, & Sun

When:  Nov. 27, 2025 - 12pm-1pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Journey along with Coyote, a character adapted from Native American oral tradition, as he explores the relationship between Earth and its neighbors. Native American stories woven through this show illustrate how we have long tried understand our planet and the skies above us. Recommended for younger audience.

From Earth to Universe

When:  Nov. 27, 2025 - 3pm-4pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

How has our understanding of the universe progressed in the last 100 years? Explore how technology has allowed us to observe new parts of space for the very first time.

Traveling with Light

When:  Nov. 27, 2025 - 11am-12pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

This show presents different scenarios that reveal the complexity of light and its direct influence on our planet. From the heat and light of the Sun to the evolutionary impact of fire, light plays a vital role. Recommended for all ages.

Habitat Earth

When:  Nov. 27, 2025 - 2pm-3pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

In the only Earth Science offering, learn how living networks connect and support life forms large and small. Discover what it means to live in today's connected world-from deep in the ocean to beneath the forest floor. Suitable for all ages

Stars: The Powerhouses of the Universe

When:  Nov. 27, 2025 - 1pm-2pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Stars are the engines that fuel the universe, and every star has a story. Follow along and learn how they are formed, their beauty, and their destructive power. Explore the history of astronomy around the world. Recommended for all ages.

Discover the Stars

When:  Nov. 27, 2025 - 4pm-5pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Many of us have looked up at the stars in the sky and wondered. This exciting program takes viewers beyond a simple observation of the night sky and delves into the fascinating lives of stars.

Little Star that Could

When:  Nov. 28, 2025 - 10am-11am
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Little Star is born as an unnamed, average star, but he wants to be special. Along his journey, he learns what makes each star special and exactly what it takes to lead a solar system - and even discovers his name.

From Earth to Universe

When:  Nov. 28, 2025 - 11am-12pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

How has our understanding of the universe progressed in the last 100 years? Explore how technology has allowed us to observe new parts of space for the very first time.

Traveling with Light

When:  Nov. 28, 2025 - 4pm-5pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

This show presents different scenarios that reveal the complexity of light and its direct influence on our planet. From the heat and light of the Sun to the evolutionary impact of fire, light plays a vital role. Recommended for all ages.

Stars: The Powerhouses of the Universe

When:  Nov. 28, 2025 - 12pm-1pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Stars are the engines that fuel the universe, and every star has a story. Follow along and learn how they are formed, their beauty, and their destructive power. Explore the history of astronomy around the world. Recommended for all ages.

Firefall

When:  Nov. 28, 2025 - 1pm-2pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Have you ever enjoyed a meteor shower or wished upon a shooting star? Explore where meteors come from, what they are made of, past impact evidence and even possible future impact predictions.

Explore

When:  Nov. 28, 2025 - 3pm-4pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Enjoy the story of humanity's fascination with stars, from ancient astrologers to breakthrough discoveries. Also learn how modern spacecraft navigate the skies. Recommended for all ages.

Discover the Stars

When:  Nov. 28, 2025 - 2pm-3pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Many of us have looked up at the stars in the sky and wondered. This exciting program takes viewers beyond a simple observation of the night sky and delves into the fascinating lives of stars.

Laser Legends of the Night Sky

When:  Nov. 29, 2025 - 10am-11am
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Join Aesop the Owl in a journey through Greek-mythology inspired stories of the constellations, including princesses, warriors, and even sea monsters. Explore the fight of good versus evil, death, honor, betrayal, and sacrifice themed in a way that is suitable for younger viewers. **Warning: Some flickering/dynamic light elements may not be suitable for light sensitive groups.

Earth, Moon, & Sun

When:  Nov. 29, 2025 - 11am-12pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Journey along with Coyote, a character adapted from Native American oral tradition, as he explores the relationship between Earth and its neighbors. Native American stories woven through this show illustrate how we have long tried understand our planet and the skies above us. Recommended for younger audience.

From Earth to Universe

When:  Nov. 29, 2025 - 12pm-1pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

How has our understanding of the universe progressed in the last 100 years? Explore how technology has allowed us to observe new parts of space for the very first time.

Traveling with Light

When:  Nov. 29, 2025 - 2pm-3pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

This show presents different scenarios that reveal the complexity of light and its direct influence on our planet. From the heat and light of the Sun to the evolutionary impact of fire, light plays a vital role. Recommended for all ages.

Firefall

When:  Nov. 29, 2025 - 3pm-4pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Have you ever enjoyed a meteor shower or wished upon a shooting star? Explore where meteors come from, what they are made of, past impact evidence and even possible future impact predictions.

Christmas on the Farm

When:  Nov. 29, 2025 - 10am
Where:  The Homeplace - 4512 The Trace
Contact:  https://www.landbetweenthelakes.us/calendar/

Step back in time to the smell of pine needles and gingerbread and to stockings hung by the fire with care; to a simple 1850 Christmas on the farm. Learn how to make traditional Christmas decorations, collect recipes for traditional holiday treats to make at home, and then sit back and relax to the old-time Christmas stories. Later, join in as we usher in Santa Claus' arrival. Do not miss a visit with good 'o Santa Claus! Come all ye' for fun and merriment!

Aldo the Baby Sasquatch Scavenger Hunt

When:  Nov. 29, 2025 - 10am
Where:  Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail Rd.
Contact:  270-924-2299

Oh No! Aldo our baby sasquatch has gotten out of his enclosure and is hiding somewhere in the backyard! Help us find Aldo, and you can earn a fun prize!

Natural Ornament Craft

When:  Nov. 29, 2025 - 12pm
Where:  Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail Rd.
Contact:  270-924-2299

Come to Nature Station and make a fun and creative ornament inspired by nature! Give them away as holiday gifts or keep them for yourself!

Critters of the Cumberland

When:  Nov. 29, 2025 - 2:30pm
Where:  Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail Rd.
Contact:  270-924-2299

Get up close and personal with some of the creatures that call the Cumberland River its home from the comfort of our theater.

Little Star that Could

When:  Nov. 30, 2025 - 10am-11am
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Little Star is born as an unnamed, average star, but he wants to be special. Along his journey, he learns what makes each star special and exactly what it takes to lead a solar system - and even discovers his name.

Earth, Moon, & Sun

When:  Nov. 30, 2025 - 11am-12pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Journey along with Coyote, a character adapted from Native American oral tradition, as he explores the relationship between Earth and its neighbors. Native American stories woven through this show illustrate how we have long tried understand our planet and the skies above us. Recommended for younger audience.

From Earth to Universe

When:  Nov. 30, 2025 - 12pm-1pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

How has our understanding of the universe progressed in the last 100 years? Explore how technology has allowed us to observe new parts of space for the very first time.

Traveling with Light

When:  Nov. 30, 2025 - 2pm-3pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

This show presents different scenarios that reveal the complexity of light and its direct influence on our planet. From the heat and light of the Sun to the evolutionary impact of fire, light plays a vital role. Recommended for all ages.

Firefall

When:  Nov. 30, 2025 - 3pm-4pm
Where:  Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive
Contact:  270-924-2233

Have you ever enjoyed a meteor shower or wished upon a shooting star? Explore where meteors come from, what they are made of, past impact evidence and even possible future impact predictions.

Cooking on the Wood Stove

When:  Nov. 30, 2025 - 10:30am
Where:  The Homeplace - 4512 The Trace
Contact:  https://landbetweenthelakes.us/homeplace/

Visitors to the homeplace love to talk about their memories of wood cook-stoves and the old cast iron skillets that have been passed down through the generations. Come and experience traditional cooking methods and learn how to take care of Granny's skillet for the next generation.

Duck, Duck, Chicken

When:  Nov. 30, 2025 - 1:30pm
Where:  The Homeplace - 4512 The Trace
Contact:  https://www.landbetweenthelakes.us/calendar/

Come meet our Dominique chickens and Cayuga ducks, hearty heritage breed birds commonly found on an 1800s farm yard. They could be anywhere on our farm today, busy eating bugs or laying eggs, but let's see if they'll come over and say hello.

HOOTenanny

When:  Nov. 30, 2025 - 11:30am
Where:  Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail Rd.
Contact:  270-924-2299

*Ideal for home educators.

Join our naturalists for a program dedicated to our favorite nocturnal singers - our owls! Meet our resident owls up close, learn how they survive in their nocturnal world, and see what makes each species unique!

Sunday Funday: Eagles

When:  Nov. 30, 2025 - 3:30pm
Where:  Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail Rd.
Contact:  270-924-2299

Everyone loves having fun and today it's playtime for our eagles! Watch as they react to an interesting new food item or an exciting new toy and learn more about how the Nature Station cares for its rescued wildlife through fun enrichment activities!

Beginners Backyard Birds

When:  Nov. 30, 2025 - 1:30pm
Where:  Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail Rd.
Contact:  270-924-2299

Stop by our birding booth as one of our naturalists shows you some of the more frequent visitors that come to bird feeders in winter. Learn some tips and techniques to ID them, attract them, and help scientists monitor their populations. *Ideal for home educators