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Family

Earth, Moon, and Sun

Discover how the Earth, moon, and sun create familiar sky patterns in a lively full-dome planetarium program. Guided by Coyote, the trickster figure from Native American stories whose misconceptions are gently corrected, the show explains lunar phases, eclipses, day and night, and the changing seasons. A live, guided look at Maine’s sky caps the experience with standout constellations for a concise astronomy lesson. Tickets are $7 for adults, $6 for UMaine students, veterans, and senior citizens, and $5 for children under 12. Purchase online, by calling 207.581.1341, or at the ticket box office before the show.

Versant Power Astronomy Center & Jordan Planetarium
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Family

Anah Shrine Circus

This circus event takes place at the Cross Insurance Center, with free admission for children two years old and younger.

Cross Insurance Center
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Music

Bangor Contra Dance

Enjoy a lively Bangor Contra Dance at the Unitarian Universalist Society of Bangor, featuring music by The Newell Family Band and calling by Julie the Mirthful. The evening begins with an optional community band practice where musicians can learn tunes, get in some practice, and ask questions. A family friendly community dance with simple, accessible figures follows, and participants are welcome to bring an instrument and join the open band. The night concludes with a full contra dance. Admission to the community dance is $2, with free entry for children under 10. The contra dance uses a pay-what-you-can approach with a suggested donation of $15 to $25, supporting the performers and ongoing programming. Free admission is available for volunteers; inquire by emailing contradancebangor@gmail.com.

Unitarian Universalist Society
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Comedy

Two Troupes, One Crazy Show!

Queen City Improv and UMaine’s student troupe Improv InSanity share the stage for a collaborative improv performance that is free to attend. This first-time collaboration is a one-off experience that will not be repeated. The show takes place in the Black Box Theater on the second floor of the Class of 1944 Hall, located behind the Collins Center for the Arts on the University of Maine campus in Orono.

Black Box Theater at University of Maine
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