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Sky Recognition Course

With astrophysicist Marcelo S. Rubinho

Synopsis

In this course we will cover celestial mechanics and sky recognition across the four seasons of the year. We will learn to locate the main stars and constellations at different times of the year.

All of it under the beautiful starry sky of the planetarium.

Syllabus

  1. Summer sky; Seasons of the year; Celestial motion; Celestial sphere
  2. Spring sky; South Celestial Pole, Zenith and Nadir
  3. Autumn sky; Ecliptic; Annual motion of the Sun
  4. Winter sky; Zodiac

Class information

Total workload
10 h
Dates
November 23 to 26 (Monday to Thursday)
Time
7 pm – 9:30 pm
Venue
Ibirapuera Planetarium
Seats
40
Format
In person
Audience
All ages (minors must be accompanied by guardians who are also enrolled).
Price
R$ 250.00 + platform fees. The final amount is shown before the enrolment is confirmed.

Instructor

Marcelo S. Rubinho

Holds a bachelor's and a teaching degree in Physics and a Master's in Astronomy from IAG-USP. Professional and experimental astronomer specialised in interstellar polarisation and massive stars. Has worked in science outreach since 2008, with talks and workshops. A content creator, he is the founder of the Astrotubers channel, which holds seals of approval from the Brazilian Astronomical Society and from ScienceVlog Brasil. Currently he is the Astronomy and Science supervisor at the Ibirapuera Planetarium.

Recommended audience

Open to all ages. Minors must be accompanied by guardians who are also enrolled.

Ticket policy

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Not allowed at the Planetarium

Check it out:

  • No entry after the session has started
  • Pets
  • Mobile phones may not be used
  • No LED sneakers
  • No food inside the venue

The Planetarium recommends

So you do not miss the session, arrive at the park early and plan the travel time from the access gates or the car parks to the Planetarium.

Use the interactive map to plan the best route inside Ibirapuera.

Bring a warm layer, use the restrooms before entering the projection room and keep your phone switched off.