April 4, 2025 9 am, 1 pm, 5 pm Unlock the art of woodturning in this hands-on Pen Turning Workshop, where you'll create a one-of-a-kind ballpoint pen from start to finish. Under the guidance of experienced instructors, you’ll learn the essential skills of turning wood on a lathe, shaping and sanding your piece to perfection, […]
Join us for a captivating astronomical adventure at The Heide Observatory with our "Small Eyes Under the Skies" event, perfect for the whole family. Explore the wonders of our solar system as we embark on an interactive journey across the meadow, discovering the sizes and distances of our nearest celestial neighbors. Following this engaging experience, […]
Experience the awe-inspiring "Through the Lens" event at The Heide Observatory, where celestial wonders come to life. Peer into the depths of the universe using our powerful 17-inch telescope, taking turns to observe binary stars, elusive planets, ethereal galaxies, and an array of captivating celestial objects. As you await your individual view inside the observatory […]
Indulge in the ultimate sensory experience at "Wednesday Under the Stars" hosted at the picturesque Heide Observatory. Sink into a blissful zero-gravity chair with your favorite beverage in hand, and prepare for an unforgettable journey through the night sky. Our expert guides will illuminate the celestial wonders using a laser pointer, revealing stars, planets, constellations, […]
Join us for a captivating astronomical adventure at The Heide Observatory with our "Small Eyes Under the Skies" event, perfect for the whole family. Explore the wonders of our solar system as we embark on an interactive journey across the meadow, discovering the sizes and distances of our nearest celestial neighbors. Following this engaging experience, […]
Experience the awe-inspiring "Through the Lens" event at The Heide Observatory, where celestial wonders come to life. Peer into the depths of the universe using our powerful 17-inch telescope, taking turns to observe binary stars, elusive planets, ethereal galaxies, and an array of captivating celestial objects. As you await your individual view inside the observatory […]
Indulge in the ultimate sensory experience at "Wednesday Under the Stars" hosted at the picturesque Heide Observatory. Sink into a blissful zero-gravity chair with your favorite beverage in hand, and prepare for an unforgettable journey through the night sky. Our expert guides will illuminate the celestial wonders using a laser pointer, revealing stars, planets, constellations, […]
Join us for a captivating astronomical adventure at The Heide Observatory with our "Small Eyes Under the Skies" event, perfect for the whole family. Explore the wonders of our solar system as we embark on an interactive journey across the meadow, discovering the sizes and distances of our nearest celestial neighbors. Following this engaging experience, […]
Saturday, April 19...9 am, 1:30 pm Celebrate Easter with creativity and craftsmanship at our Hand-Turned Wooden Easter Egg Workshop. Create your own beautiful wooden eggs from domestic and exotic hardwoods, guided by the skilled craftsmen of Overocker Woodworking. This workshop is perfect for all skill levels, from beginners to experienced woodworkers. The minimum age is […]
The Lyrids are one the weaker annual meteor showers visible from Earth, but on peak nights, they usually produce 20-25 shooting stars per hour. This event is also unpredictable: on rare occasions, spectators are treated to incredible surges of up to 100 meteors per hour. For this reason, the Lyrids are worth checking out for […]