Lick Observatory presents
Scottish and Irish music by:
Highland Way Duo
August 8, 2015
8:30 p.m.
Back by request! The Highland Way Duo returns to the Lick Observatory, bringing the best of Scotland (and a bit of Ireland) to you.
Highland Way takes you to the Scottish highlands with kick-up-your-heels jigs and reels, heartfelt ballads, and songs of sly whimsy. Enjoy the vocals of Scotsman Brian Caldwell and the rapid-fire fiddling of Paul Graham Castellanos, master of all things strings, as they perform the favorite songs of Scotland and Ireland from the past to today.
Astronomy Lecture by:
Dr. J. Xavier Prochaska, UCSC
"The Cosmic Web"
Dr. J. Xavier Prochaska is Astronomer and Professor of Astronomy and Astrophysics at the UC Observatories and UC Santa Cruz. His wide-ranging interests include studying gas in and around distant galaxies and cosmic evolution in the formation of elements.
Ticket Information
General Admission: $40
Preferred Guest: $90
VIP: $150
See more ticket information here. Tickets for this event are now sold out.
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Program Information
| 7:30 p.m. | Doors Open | Brief Telescope Visits |
| 8:30 p.m. | Concert, Main Hall | |
| 9:30 p.m. | Science Talk, Lecture Hall | Telescope Viewings |
| 10:30 p.m. | Science Talk (repeated), Lecture Hall | Telescope Viewings |
| 1:00 a.m. | Doors Close |
Driving to Lick Observatory
Please allow a one-hour drive from San Jose. The rood is good, but windy. The event typically lasts between 4 and 6 hours; prepare to drive home late in the evening. There are no automative services or gas stations for 20 miles, so please plan ahead. See more information on driving directions and parking here.
Recommended Attire
Casual, comfortable clothing and walking shoes. A sweater or light coat is recommended.
Safety
Please be careful when walking around in the dark outside; bringing a flashlight is recommended. Children under age 8 are not allowed at this event, and it may be unsuitable for children under the age of 12 due to late hours.
Telescopes
The large telescopes will be available for viewing as soon as the sky is dark. Telescopes will remain open until every guest has had an opportunity to see through both the 36-inch Great Refractor and the 40-inch Nickel Telescope.
In order to view through the telescopes, guests will receive a numbered pass at the door. Guests with the lowest telescope numbers are admitted to the telescopes first - so we recommend getting to the observatory early! Please note: Due to historic construction of the telescope domes, the 36-inch Refractor and the 40-inch Nickel Telescope are not wheelchair accessible at this time.
Volunteer amateur astronomers also set up ground telescopes in the back parking so guests can view additional cosmic objects.
Gift Shop
Lick Observatory souvenirs and astronomy merchandise will be available for purchase between 7:30 to 11:00 p.m.
Refreshments
Snacks and beverages will be available near the Nickel Telescope. Vending machines and fountain water are also available.
Assistance
We strive to make your visit as complete and meaningful as possible. Please let us know if you will need special assistance (for example, if you will have difficulty climbing stairs), so we can make the necessary arrangements.
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