General Public Events
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Don't forget the Space Exhibition at the CTICC, Friday 7 October 10am to 4pm. It's Free! Come and see for yourself the spectacular technology. It is rocket science!
Event: Charles Bolden, Head of NASA, gives a public talk: 'Reaching For The Stars'
Description: Talk presented by the head of NASA relating his life and experiences in traveling into space.
Venue: Auditorium 2, CTICC
Date and Time: Tuesday 4th October 2011 at 8pm
Seating limited.
Event: Astronautical Poetry at Off The Wall
Description: Off-The-Wall, a poetry gathering at Touch of Madness, Nutall Road, Observatory http://www.cafeatom.co.za/ hosts this evening of spaced out delight. Keith Gottshcalk, luminary extraordaire of the space world in South Africa, is giving a reading of his astronautically-themed poetry, followed by open mic. Enjoy the relaxed but eccentric atmosphere of this lovely old pub in Observatory, a glass of something, and real poetry. Free.
Venue: Touch Of Madness, Nutall Road, Observatory
Date and Time: Monday 3 October, 8pm
Event: Astronaut Catherine Coleman: Living And Working In Space
Description: Talk presented by astronaut Catherine Coleman about her experiences abord the International Space Station.
Venue: Rustenburg Junior School for Girls, Main Road, Rondebosch.
Date and Time: Wednesday 5th October 2011 at 2:15pm
Seating limited.
Event: Forged in the Stars
Description:
This will be an inspirational and unforgettable evening. Two top performers invite you to an evening of spellbinding story-telling about the stars and our part in reaching them. Jay O’ Callahan from the US will recount the history of NASA, followed by Gcina Mhlope weaving her African magic into an African story of the cosmos. Free.
Venue: Auditorium 2, CTICC
Date and Time: Wednesday 5th October 2011 at 8pm
Seating Limited.
Event: Astronautical / SGAC Open Night at the South African Astronomical Observatory
Venue: South African Astronomical Observatory (next to River Club in the suburb of Observatory)
Date and Time: Wednesday 5 October 19:30
Description: This special Open Night at the Observatory features activities for children, and for the grown-ups there will be short talks about aspects of space: Industry, Agencies, Society, and Exploration. After the talks there will be an opportunity to tour the venerable observatory and (weather permitting) take a look through telescopes. The local Astronomy Society and the SGC will be joining in. The Observatory is situated on Observatory Road in the suburb of Observatory (next to the River Club) Free.
Event: World Cafe
Description: Fine Music Radio www.fmr.co.za plays music for grown-ups, calm in the chaos. Tune into eclectic music inspired by space. World Café is brought to you by Kechil Kirkham, Media Liaison on the Local Organising Committee of the IAC2011.
Venue: Fine Music Radio 101.3
Date and Time: Wednesday 5 October 10pm to midnight
Event: Astronomical Book Reading
Description: Astronomer and Author, Jeff Bennett will be doing a reading of his book Max goes to the moon. Free.
Venue: Rustenburg Girls Junior (Suitable for Ages 8-12)
Date and Time: Thursday 6 October 10am
Event: Unesco Talk: Satellites And Lasers Save World Heritage
Description:
Dr Mario Hernandez of UNESCO and Professor Heinz Ruther of UCT will talk about using satellite and laser technologies to help in the monitoring and preservation of the world’s heritage sites. Free.
Venue: Auditorium 2, CTICC
Date and Time: Thursday 6th October 2011 at 8 pm
Seating Limited.
Event: Schools Space Art competition
Description: In the Artscape Marble Foyer Extension, come view the winners of the Schools Space Art Competition and marvel at how the next generation sees The Future of Africa in Space. You can also view the Art on www.livingmaths.com. It’s a short walk from the CTICC.
Venue: Artscape Marble Foyer Extension
Date and Time: Tuesday 4th October to Friday 7th October from 09h00 until the end of the evening performances.
