The Robert J Novins Planetarium
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You can now purchase tickets online at: tickets.ocean.edu

 


Laser Shows Laser

The Novins Planetarium dome will fill with color and music as brilliant lasers dance among the stars. Our new laser system is capable of covering the entire dome with spectacular laser effects.

$10 for adults, $8 seniors (60+), $7 children (12 and under)
Pricing is per show


Click Here for Complete Show Playlists
Tickets are available at the door or in advance.
Visit tickets.ocean.edu or phone 732-255-0343

 

Saturday, June 8, 2013
  8:15 PM Laser Beatles
  9:30 PM Laser Zeppelin

 

 

 Pajama Night: Story Telling Under the Stars
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Storybooks come to life with this cozy, family-friendly event. Giant-sized pictures float among the stars to accompany the tales. Children will enjoy the stories and learn a bit about the stars and other objects visible in the night time sky. They will also have the opportunity to dance under the stars. Feel free to wear comfy pajamas, bring a pillow or blanket and spend a fun and relaxing hour under the planetarium stars. Recommended for any child that still enjoys bedtime stories.

Next Show Date:   
  
   June 15

6:00 PM & 7:00 PM
$8 per person

 
Enjoy a fun evening of stories, stars, music & more! This month's books include:

 

Tickets sell quickly & advance purchase is highly recommended.
Please visit tickets.ocean.edu or phone 732-255-0343

 

 

Astronomical Society of the Toms River Area (ASTRA) Meetings

If you're interested in learning about astronomy, telescopic observing, and other things space-related, join the amateur astronomers of ASTRA. Interested people of all ages are invited.

Second Friday of Each Month (Except August)
7:00 PM
Robert J. Novins Planetarium (Building 17)

 

Summer Star Watch

Planetarium staff and members of the Astronomical Society of the Toms River Area will be on hand with a variety of telescopes for viewing the real night sky. This event is weather permitting.

Saturday, June 22
8:00 PM
Free Event
Outside the Robert J. Novins Planetarium (Building 17)


Senior Wednesdays

Are you a senior citizen looking for a fun and educational afternoon out? Join us once a month for a special matinee program. Enjoy a different show each month along with a discussion of what’s visible in the current evening sky.
(Adults only). All seats $7.

 


What's Up?

Go beyond the information typically presented in our seasonal sky shows. We'll cover more of the current night sky's deep sky objects,
(recommended for ages over 12)



For more information:
Recorded information:    732.255.0342
Planetarium Office:         732.255.0343
Planetarium Director:     732.255.0400 ext 2111
Email: planetarium@ocean.edu