Explore Mysteries of the Universe with MCC Planetarium Show this Spring
PRESS ANNOUNCEMENT
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Explore Mysteries of the Universe with MCC Planetarium Shows This Spring
[February 12, 2025. Crystal Lake, IL] McHenry County College (MCC) invites the community to explore the wonders of Earth and outer space with a series of upcoming shows in their state-of-the-art planetarium, which features a brand new Digistar Planetarium Projection System and heart-thumping surround sound. All shows include a live presentation highlighting the wonders of the night sky along with a feature film presentation.
The first show, “Dynamic Earth,” will be held Friday, February 28 from 6–7 p.m. The show will take audience members through the inner workings of Earth’s climate system, riding along swirling ocean and wind currents, diving into the heart of a monster hurricane, coming face-to-face with sharks and whales, and flying into volcanoes.
Later that day, “National Parks Adventure” will take audiences on the ultimate off-trail adventure from 7:30–8:30 p.m. Viewers will get to soar over red rock canyons, craggy mountain peaks, and other-worldly realms found within Yellowstone, Glacier National Park, Yosemite, and Arches.
On March 28, April 4, and April 5, the Planetarium will be showing “Birth of Planet Earth,” which tells the twisted tale of our planet’s origins and explores what history may tell us about our chances of finding other worlds that are truly Earth-like.
Other shows include “Worlds Beyond Earth” on March 28, “Dinosaurs of Antarctica,” on March 29, “Unseen Universe” on March 29 and April 4, and “Earth, Moon, and Sun” on April 5.
Full descriptions of each show and detailed showtimes can be viewed at www.mchenry.edu/planetarium. The MCC Planetarium Gift Shop will also be open during showtimes and offers a variety of space-themed refreshments and gifts.
Each show is open to the public and costs $15 per person ($10 for students and seniors). Space is limited to 45 people per show. All shows are appropriate for children. Reservations are required and can be made at www.mchenry.edu/planetarium.
For information, contact:
Christina Haggerty
Vice President of Marketing, Communications, and Development
McHenry County College
(815) 455-8727 / chaggerty@mchenry.edu
