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SUMMARY:Bobcat Keeper Talk
DESCRIPTION:Come meet our animal care staff and learn a little bit about our resident bobcats\, Carter and Cash. This is a free program. Pre-registration is not required.
URL:https://thisiskingsport.com/event/bobcat-keeper-talk-344/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Nature Event
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SUMMARY:“Dark Side of Light”
DESCRIPTION:Light pollution. How can something as essential as light be considered a pollutant? The answer lies not in light itself\, but instead how we use artificial light at night. \nFor centuries\, we have become accustomed to using artificial light after dark\, treating it as a natural part of our lives. But it isn’t. Living organisms – including plants\, animals\, and humans – have adapted to the natural cycle of day and night for tens of millions of years. Our biological rhythms are closely tied to the rising and setting of the Sun each day. Disrupting this natural cycle with artificial light has serious consequences for our health\, the environment\, and the economy. As artificial lighting continues to increase around the world\, understanding its impacts has never been more important. \nIn this program\, discover what light pollution is\, how it affects our world\, and the simple steps we can take to protect our night skies. This program is followed by a quick look at the constellations\, planets and other celestial wonders visible in the night sky from our region. \nShow length ~ 40 min. \n  \n.avia-button-avb6acdf806961ef:hover {background-color: #444444 !important;color: #ffffff !important;transform: translateZ(0) scale(1.03); }Click here to register online for tickets
URL:https://thisiskingsport.com/event/dark-side-of-light-84/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:Planetarium
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SUMMARY:“Dark Side of Light”
DESCRIPTION:Light pollution. How can something as essential as light be considered a pollutant? The answer lies not in light itself\, but instead how we use artificial light at night. \nFor centuries\, we have become accustomed to using artificial light after dark\, treating it as a natural part of our lives. But it isn’t. Living organisms – including plants\, animals\, and humans – have adapted to the natural cycle of day and night for tens of millions of years. Our biological rhythms are closely tied to the rising and setting of the Sun each day. Disrupting this natural cycle with artificial light has serious consequences for our health\, the environment\, and the economy. As artificial lighting continues to increase around the world\, understanding its impacts has never been more important. \nIn this program\, discover what light pollution is\, how it affects our world\, and the simple steps we can take to protect our night skies. This program is followed by a quick look at the constellations\, planets and other celestial wonders visible in the night sky from our region. \nShow length ~ 40 min. \n  \n.avia-button-avb6ad9ea588c024:hover {background-color: #444444 !important;color: #ffffff !important;transform: translateZ(0) scale(1.03); }Click here to register online for tickets
URL:https://thisiskingsport.com/event/dark-side-of-light-85/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:Planetarium
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SUMMARY:Christmas Connection
DESCRIPTION:2-Day Event! FREE ADMISSION The Christmas Connection is a very well established cultural event in Kingsport\, hosting some of the region’s best craft artists and is looked forward to year after year! In 2026\, this will be the 47th consecutive year serving the artists and the community. As always\, this show is Free admission to the public! Friday Nov. 13 from 12:00 Noon – 6 PM Saturday Nov. 14 from 9 AM – 4 PM Vendors are accepted by invitation only. All applications are reviewed by a selection committee\, taking various factors into consideration in order to create a high quality\, attractive show having a good mix of artistic and crafting creations.
URL:https://thisiskingsport.com/event/christmas-connection/
LOCATION:MeadowView Conference Resort & Convention Center\, 1901 Meadowview Pkwy\, Kingsport\, TN\, 37660\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,arts and crafts,Christmas,Community,family,Free Event,holiday,Shopping
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SUMMARY:Fox Keeper Talk
DESCRIPTION:Come and meet our animal care staff and learn a little about our furry fox friends\, Jamie and Sabra. This is a free program. Pre-registration is not required.
URL:https://thisiskingsport.com/event/fox-keeper-talk-267/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Nature Event
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SUMMARY:“Dark Side of Light”
DESCRIPTION:Light pollution. How can something as essential as light be considered a pollutant? The answer lies not in light itself\, but instead how we use artificial light at night. \nFor centuries\, we have become accustomed to using artificial light after dark\, treating it as a natural part of our lives. But it isn’t. Living organisms – including plants\, animals\, and humans – have adapted to the natural cycle of day and night for tens of millions of years. Our biological rhythms are closely tied to the rising and setting of the Sun each day. Disrupting this natural cycle with artificial light has serious consequences for our health\, the environment\, and the economy. As artificial lighting continues to increase around the world\, understanding its impacts has never been more important. \nIn this program\, discover what light pollution is\, how it affects our world\, and the simple steps we can take to protect our night skies. This program is followed by a quick look at the constellations\, planets and other celestial wonders visible in the night sky from our region. \nShow length ~ 40 min. \n  \n.avia-button-avb6ad9ea588ea72:hover {background-color: #444444 !important;color: #ffffff !important;transform: translateZ(0) scale(1.03); }Click here to register online for tickets
URL:https://thisiskingsport.com/event/dark-side-of-light-86/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:Planetarium
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SUMMARY:Christmas Connection
DESCRIPTION:2-Day Event! FREE ADMISSION The Christmas Connection is a very well established cultural event in Kingsport\, hosting some of the region’s best craft artists and is looked forward to year after year! In 2026\, this will be the 47th consecutive year serving the artists and the community. As always\, this show is Free admission to the public! Friday Nov. 13 from 12:00 Noon – 6 PM Saturday Nov. 14 from 9 AM – 4 PM Vendors are accepted by invitation only. All applications are reviewed by a selection committee\, taking various factors into consideration in order to create a high quality\, attractive show having a good mix of artistic and crafting creations.
URL:https://thisiskingsport.com/event/christmas-connection-2/
LOCATION:MeadowView Conference Resort & Convention Center\, 1901 Meadowview Pkwy\, Kingsport\, TN\, 37660\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,arts and crafts,Christmas,Community,family,Free Event,holiday,Shopping
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SUMMARY:“Dark Side of Light”
DESCRIPTION:Light pollution. How can something as essential as light be considered a pollutant? The answer lies not in light itself\, but instead how we use artificial light at night. \nFor centuries\, we have become accustomed to using artificial light after dark\, treating it as a natural part of our lives. But it isn’t. Living organisms – including plants\, animals\, and humans – have adapted to the natural cycle of day and night for tens of millions of years. Our biological rhythms are closely tied to the rising and setting of the Sun each day. Disrupting this natural cycle with artificial light has serious consequences for our health\, the environment\, and the economy. As artificial lighting continues to increase around the world\, understanding its impacts has never been more important. \nIn this program\, discover what light pollution is\, how it affects our world\, and the simple steps we can take to protect our night skies. This program is followed by a quick look at the constellations\, planets and other celestial wonders visible in the night sky from our region. \nShow length ~ 40 min. \n  \n.avia-button-avb6ad9ea5890227:hover {background-color: #444444 !important;color: #ffffff !important;transform: translateZ(0) scale(1.03); }Click here to register online for tickets
URL:https://thisiskingsport.com/event/dark-side-of-light-87/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:Planetarium
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T130000
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SUMMARY:Camping Essentials: Firecraft 101
DESCRIPTION:November is the perfect time for campfire marshmallows and stories! This hands-on outdoor workshop will teach the timeless skill of building a safe and effective campfire. Discover how to prepare a fire site\, find the right materials\, build the perfect fire and practice responsible fire safety techniques. This program is perfect for young campers and adventurers. \nAll tools and materials are provided. Please meet at the outdoor amphitheater\, located between the Raptor Habitat and the parking lot. If you have any questions\, please contact Ranger Laura Ellis at LauraEllis@KingsportTN.gov. \nCost: $3 per person \nLimited to 20 participants. \nLocation: Amphitheater \n.avia-button-avb6ad9ea5891a59:hover {background-color: #444444 !important;color: #ffffff !important;transform: translateZ(0) scale(1.03); }Click Here For Tickets!
URL:https://thisiskingsport.com/event/camping-essentials-firecraft-101/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:Nature Event
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SUMMARY:Wolf Keeper Talk
DESCRIPTION:Join park staff to talk about the fascinating world of wolves! Learn about our resident wolf pack\, their complex social dynamics\, communication\, and diet. Along the way\, you can also find out how they keep their ecosystems balanced and healthy. \nThis is a free program. Pre-registration is not required.
URL:https://thisiskingsport.com/event/wolf-keeper-talk-105/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Nature Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T150000
DTSTAMP:20261022T105409Z
CREATED:20261015T093823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261022T105409Z
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SUMMARY:“Comets & Discovery”
DESCRIPTION:This program is much more than a straight narrative about comets. The show takes the viewer on a journey of discovery. We follow two intrepid comet hunters in first-person. One\, a modern explorer peering out into the night sky. The other\, Caroline Herschel. The famous 18th century comet huntress that made many historic comet observations. With both\, we learn how they each searched the skies\, made their discoveries\, and how those discoveries shaped the field of Astronomy. We also learn about\, depending on the century of the observer\, what people thought comets were and their importance to them. All sorts of special filmmaking techniques\, together with a captivating script and sumptuous score\, were used to create this Bays Mountain Production. \nThis program incorporates two live sequences to enhance the learning and fun. The first will be an activity to involve the audience to learn more about the parts of a comet\, the path a comet takes\, and the dust and ion tails that splay out in their correct directions as the comet orbits the sun. The second sequence will use a facility’s star projection system and focus on any upcoming comets to see in the sky and how to view them. \nShow length ~ 40 min. \n  \n.avia-button-avb6ad9ea58949e4:hover {background-color: #444444 !important;color: #ffffff !important;transform: translateZ(0) scale(1.03); }Click here to register online for tickets
URL:https://thisiskingsport.com/event/comets-discovery-5/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:Planetarium
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T163000
DTSTAMP:20261022T105410Z
CREATED:20261015T093823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261022T105410Z
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SUMMARY:Bobcat Keeper Talk
DESCRIPTION:Get to know one of Appalachia’s most elusive predators! Come by the bobcat habitat to learn about bobcat behavior\, hunting strategies\, adaptations\, and their important role in their mountain ecosystem. \nThis is a free program. Pre-registration is not required.
URL:https://thisiskingsport.com/event/bobcat-keeper-talk-345/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Nature Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T170000
DTSTAMP:20261022T105410Z
CREATED:20261015T093823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261022T105410Z
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SUMMARY:“Dark Side of Light”
DESCRIPTION:Light pollution. How can something as essential as light be considered a pollutant? The answer lies not in light itself\, but instead how we use artificial light at night. \nFor centuries\, we have become accustomed to using artificial light after dark\, treating it as a natural part of our lives. But it isn’t. Living organisms – including plants\, animals\, and humans – have adapted to the natural cycle of day and night for tens of millions of years. Our biological rhythms are closely tied to the rising and setting of the Sun each day. Disrupting this natural cycle with artificial light has serious consequences for our health\, the environment\, and the economy. As artificial lighting continues to increase around the world\, understanding its impacts has never been more important. \nIn this program\, discover what light pollution is\, how it affects our world\, and the simple steps we can take to protect our night skies. This program is followed by a quick look at the constellations\, planets and other celestial wonders visible in the night sky from our region. \nShow length ~ 40 min. \n  \n.avia-button-avb6ad9ea58960c2:hover {background-color: #444444 !important;color: #ffffff !important;transform: translateZ(0) scale(1.03); }Click here to register online for tickets
URL:https://thisiskingsport.com/event/dark-side-of-light-88/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:Planetarium
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T190000
DTSTAMP:20261022T105418Z
CREATED:20261016T095202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261022T105418Z
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SUMMARY:StarWatch
DESCRIPTION:StarWatch \nNight viewing (StarWatch) is held each Saturday in the months of March\, April\, October & November\, starting at dusk at the observatories. If poor weather\, an alternate live presentation will occur in the planetarium theater. \nIf good weather\, visitors will be able to see celestial objects like the Moon\, planets\, star clusters\, galaxies and more through large telescopes! \n  \n\nPlease dress for temperatures at least 20 degrees cooler than expected.\nWe ask that visitors do not use white light flashlights to preserve your night vision.\nGreen laser pointers are not allowed.\nWe ask that visitors do not bring their own telescopes.\nThis is a free event and does not require registration.
URL:https://thisiskingsport.com/event/starwatch-77/
LOCATION:Bays Mountain Park\, 853 Bays Mountain Park Road\, Kingsport\, TN\, 37660\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Evening Programs,Free Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261115T160000
DTSTAMP:20261022T145001Z
CREATED:20261022T145001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261022T145001Z
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SUMMARY:Holiday Social
DESCRIPTION:Kick off the holiday season with us at the Poppy Lou’s Markets Holiday Social! Join us for a festive day of shopping\, delicious food\, and holiday fun while supporting amazing local vendors.\n🗓 Sunday\, November 15\n⏰ 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM\n📍 Kingsport Farmers Market\n308 Clinchfield St.\, Kingsport\, TN 37660\n✨ What you’ll find:\n🛍️ Handmade crafts\n🍪 Fresh baked goods\n🚚 Food trucks\n👗 Boutique clothing\n🏡 Home décor\n🎅 Pictures with Santa\n🎁 And so much more!\nBring your family and friends to enjoy a fun-filled holiday shopping experience\, discover unique gifts from local makers\, and make lasting memories.\n🎟️ FREE Admission\n🚗 FREE Parking\nMark your calendars\, invite your friends\, and get ready to celebrate the season with Poppy Lou’s Markets! ❤️💚
URL:https://thisiskingsport.com/event/holiday-social/
LOCATION:Kingsport Farmers Market\, 308 Clinchfield St\, Kingsport\, TN\, 37660\, United States
CATEGORIES:arts and crafts,Downtown Kingsport,Holiday Event,Shopping
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261115T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261115T130000
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SUMMARY:“Dark Side of Light”
DESCRIPTION:Light pollution. How can something as essential as light be considered a pollutant? The answer lies not in light itself\, but instead how we use artificial light at night. \nFor centuries\, we have become accustomed to using artificial light after dark\, treating it as a natural part of our lives. But it isn’t. Living organisms – including plants\, animals\, and humans – have adapted to the natural cycle of day and night for tens of millions of years. Our biological rhythms are closely tied to the rising and setting of the Sun each day. Disrupting this natural cycle with artificial light has serious consequences for our health\, the environment\, and the economy. As artificial lighting continues to increase around the world\, understanding its impacts has never been more important. \nIn this program\, discover what light pollution is\, how it affects our world\, and the simple steps we can take to protect our night skies. This program is followed by a quick look at the constellations\, planets and other celestial wonders visible in the night sky from our region. \nShow length ~ 40 min. \n  \n.avia-button-avb6ad9ea589aabe:hover {background-color: #444444 !important;color: #ffffff !important;transform: translateZ(0) scale(1.03); }Click here to register online for tickets
URL:https://thisiskingsport.com/event/dark-side-of-light-89/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:Planetarium
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261115T143000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20261022T105411Z
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SUMMARY:Fox Keeper Talk
DESCRIPTION:Come and meet our animal care staff and learn a little about our furry fox friends\, Jamie and Sabra. This is a free program. Pre-registration is not required.
URL:https://thisiskingsport.com/event/fox-keeper-talk-268/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Nature Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261115T150000
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UID:10012643-1794751200-1794754800@thisiskingsport.com
SUMMARY:“Comets & Discovery”
DESCRIPTION:This program is much more than a straight narrative about comets. The show takes the viewer on a journey of discovery. We follow two intrepid comet hunters in first-person. One\, a modern explorer peering out into the night sky. The other\, Caroline Herschel. The famous 18th century comet huntress that made many historic comet observations. With both\, we learn how they each searched the skies\, made their discoveries\, and how those discoveries shaped the field of Astronomy. We also learn about\, depending on the century of the observer\, what people thought comets were and their importance to them. All sorts of special filmmaking techniques\, together with a captivating script and sumptuous score\, were used to create this Bays Mountain Production. \nThis program incorporates two live sequences to enhance the learning and fun. The first will be an activity to involve the audience to learn more about the parts of a comet\, the path a comet takes\, and the dust and ion tails that splay out in their correct directions as the comet orbits the sun. The second sequence will use a facility’s star projection system and focus on any upcoming comets to see in the sky and how to view them. \nShow length ~ 40 min. \n  \n.avia-button-avb6ad9ea589c358:hover {background-color: #444444 !important;color: #ffffff !important;transform: translateZ(0) scale(1.03); }Click here to register online for tickets
URL:https://thisiskingsport.com/event/comets-discovery-6/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:Planetarium
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261115T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261115T163000
DTSTAMP:20261022T105411Z
CREATED:20261016T095158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261022T105411Z
UID:10012646-1794758400-1794760200@thisiskingsport.com
SUMMARY:Herpetarium Keeper Talk
DESCRIPTION:Come meet our animal care staff and learn a little bit about our resident amphibians and reptiles. This is a free program. Pre-registration is not required.
URL:https://thisiskingsport.com/event/herpetarium-keeper-talk-415/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Nature Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261115T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261115T170000
DTSTAMP:20261022T105411Z
CREATED:20261016T095157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261022T105411Z
UID:10012645-1794758400-1794762000@thisiskingsport.com
SUMMARY:“Dark Side of Light”
DESCRIPTION:Light pollution. How can something as essential as light be considered a pollutant? The answer lies not in light itself\, but instead how we use artificial light at night. \nFor centuries\, we have become accustomed to using artificial light after dark\, treating it as a natural part of our lives. But it isn’t. Living organisms – including plants\, animals\, and humans – have adapted to the natural cycle of day and night for tens of millions of years. Our biological rhythms are closely tied to the rising and setting of the Sun each day. Disrupting this natural cycle with artificial light has serious consequences for our health\, the environment\, and the economy. As artificial lighting continues to increase around the world\, understanding its impacts has never been more important. \nIn this program\, discover what light pollution is\, how it affects our world\, and the simple steps we can take to protect our night skies. This program is followed by a quick look at the constellations\, planets and other celestial wonders visible in the night sky from our region. \nShow length ~ 40 min. \n  \n.avia-button-avb6ad9ea589f278:hover {background-color: #444444 !important;color: #ffffff !important;transform: translateZ(0) scale(1.03); }Click here to register online for tickets
URL:https://thisiskingsport.com/event/dark-side-of-light-90/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:Planetarium
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thisiskingsport.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Dark-Side-of-Light-Poster-Web-lD8YyJ.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261116T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261116T143000
DTSTAMP:20261022T105412Z
CREATED:20261017T095251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261022T105412Z
UID:10012648-1794837600-1794839400@thisiskingsport.com
SUMMARY:Herpetarium Keeper Talk
DESCRIPTION:Come meet our animal care staff and learn a little bit about our resident amphibians and reptiles. This is a free program. Pre-registration is not required.
URL:https://thisiskingsport.com/event/herpetarium-keeper-talk-416/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Nature Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T143000
DTSTAMP:20261022T105412Z
CREATED:20261018T095332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261022T105412Z
UID:10012650-1794924000-1794925800@thisiskingsport.com
SUMMARY:Raptor Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join park staff for an engaging talk about our resident raptors\, their incredible traits\, hunting strategies\, behaviors\, and how we can be stewards for these incredible hunters of the sky! \nThis is a free program. Pre-registration is not required.
URL:https://thisiskingsport.com/event/raptor-tour-81/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Nature Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T170000
DTSTAMP:20261022T105412Z
CREATED:20261018T095333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261022T105412Z
UID:10012651-1794931200-1794934800@thisiskingsport.com
SUMMARY:“Dark Side of Light”
DESCRIPTION:Light pollution. How can something as essential as light be considered a pollutant? The answer lies not in light itself\, but instead how we use artificial light at night. \nFor centuries\, we have become accustomed to using artificial light after dark\, treating it as a natural part of our lives. But it isn’t. Living organisms – including plants\, animals\, and humans – have adapted to the natural cycle of day and night for tens of millions of years. Our biological rhythms are closely tied to the rising and setting of the Sun each day. Disrupting this natural cycle with artificial light has serious consequences for our health\, the environment\, and the economy. As artificial lighting continues to increase around the world\, understanding its impacts has never been more important. \nIn this program\, discover what light pollution is\, how it affects our world\, and the simple steps we can take to protect our night skies. This program is followed by a quick look at the constellations\, planets and other celestial wonders visible in the night sky from our region. \nShow length ~ 40 min. \n  \n.avia-button-avb6ad9ea58a4926:hover {background-color: #444444 !important;color: #ffffff !important;transform: translateZ(0) scale(1.03); }Click here to register online for tickets
URL:https://thisiskingsport.com/event/dark-side-of-light-91/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:Planetarium
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thisiskingsport.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Dark-Side-of-Light-Poster-Web-lD8YyJ.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T143000
DTSTAMP:20261022T105413Z
CREATED:20261019T100827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261022T105413Z
UID:10012652-1795010400-1795012200@thisiskingsport.com
SUMMARY:Turtle Keeper Talk
DESCRIPTION:Get to know these reptiles by seeing them up close and learn the secrets to their long lives. This is a free program with no registration required.
URL:https://thisiskingsport.com/event/turtle-keeper-talk-96/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Nature Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T170000
DTSTAMP:20261022T105413Z
CREATED:20261019T100827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261022T105413Z
UID:10012653-1795017600-1795021200@thisiskingsport.com
SUMMARY:“Dark Side of Light”
DESCRIPTION:Light pollution. How can something as essential as light be considered a pollutant? The answer lies not in light itself\, but instead how we use artificial light at night. \nFor centuries\, we have become accustomed to using artificial light after dark\, treating it as a natural part of our lives. But it isn’t. Living organisms – including plants\, animals\, and humans – have adapted to the natural cycle of day and night for tens of millions of years. Our biological rhythms are closely tied to the rising and setting of the Sun each day. Disrupting this natural cycle with artificial light has serious consequences for our health\, the environment\, and the economy. As artificial lighting continues to increase around the world\, understanding its impacts has never been more important. \nIn this program\, discover what light pollution is\, how it affects our world\, and the simple steps we can take to protect our night skies. This program is followed by a quick look at the constellations\, planets and other celestial wonders visible in the night sky from our region. \nShow length ~ 40 min. \n  \n.avia-button-avb6ad9ea58aa366:hover {background-color: #444444 !important;color: #ffffff !important;transform: translateZ(0) scale(1.03); }Click here to register online for tickets
URL:https://thisiskingsport.com/event/dark-side-of-light-92/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:Planetarium
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thisiskingsport.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Dark-Side-of-Light-Poster-Web-lD8YyJ.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T143000
DTSTAMP:20261022T105413Z
CREATED:20261020T103242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261022T105413Z
UID:10012667-1795096800-1795098600@thisiskingsport.com
SUMMARY:Bobcat Keeper Talk
DESCRIPTION:Come meet our animal care staff and learn a little bit about our resident bobcats\, Carter and Cash. This is a free program. Pre-registration is not required.
URL:https://thisiskingsport.com/event/bobcat-keeper-talk-346/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Nature Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T170000
DTSTAMP:20261022T105414Z
CREATED:20261020T103243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261022T105414Z
UID:10012668-1795104000-1795107600@thisiskingsport.com
SUMMARY:“Dark Side of Light”
DESCRIPTION:Light pollution. How can something as essential as light be considered a pollutant? The answer lies not in light itself\, but instead how we use artificial light at night. \nFor centuries\, we have become accustomed to using artificial light after dark\, treating it as a natural part of our lives. But it isn’t. Living organisms – including plants\, animals\, and humans – have adapted to the natural cycle of day and night for tens of millions of years. Our biological rhythms are closely tied to the rising and setting of the Sun each day. Disrupting this natural cycle with artificial light has serious consequences for our health\, the environment\, and the economy. As artificial lighting continues to increase around the world\, understanding its impacts has never been more important. \nIn this program\, discover what light pollution is\, how it affects our world\, and the simple steps we can take to protect our night skies. This program is followed by a quick look at the constellations\, planets and other celestial wonders visible in the night sky from our region. \nShow length ~ 40 min. \n  \n.avia-button-avb6ad9ea58accd8:hover {background-color: #444444 !important;color: #ffffff !important;transform: translateZ(0) scale(1.03); }Click here to register online for tickets
URL:https://thisiskingsport.com/event/dark-side-of-light-93/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:Planetarium
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thisiskingsport.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Dark-Side-of-Light-Poster-Web-lD8YyJ.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261120T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261120T143000
DTSTAMP:20261022T105414Z
CREATED:20261021T103754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261022T105414Z
UID:10012669-1795183200-1795185000@thisiskingsport.com
SUMMARY:Fox Keeper Talk
DESCRIPTION:Come and meet our animal care staff and learn a little about our furry fox friends\, Jamie and Sabra. This is a free program. Pre-registration is not required.
URL:https://thisiskingsport.com/event/fox-keeper-talk-269/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Nature Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://thisiskingsport.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/BMP-Program-Headers-845-x-321-px-3-1.png-QNKtvB.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261120T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261120T170000
DTSTAMP:20261022T105415Z
CREATED:20261021T103755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261022T105415Z
UID:10012670-1795190400-1795194000@thisiskingsport.com
SUMMARY:“Dark Side of Light”
DESCRIPTION:Light pollution. How can something as essential as light be considered a pollutant? The answer lies not in light itself\, but instead how we use artificial light at night. \nFor centuries\, we have become accustomed to using artificial light after dark\, treating it as a natural part of our lives. But it isn’t. Living organisms – including plants\, animals\, and humans – have adapted to the natural cycle of day and night for tens of millions of years. Our biological rhythms are closely tied to the rising and setting of the Sun each day. Disrupting this natural cycle with artificial light has serious consequences for our health\, the environment\, and the economy. As artificial lighting continues to increase around the world\, understanding its impacts has never been more important. \nIn this program\, discover what light pollution is\, how it affects our world\, and the simple steps we can take to protect our night skies. This program is followed by a quick look at the constellations\, planets and other celestial wonders visible in the night sky from our region. \nShow length ~ 40 min. \n  \n.avia-button-avb6ad9ea5d85d34:hover {background-color: #444444 !important;color: #ffffff !important;transform: translateZ(0) scale(1.03); }Click here to register online for tickets
URL:https://thisiskingsport.com/event/dark-side-of-light-94/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:Planetarium
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thisiskingsport.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Dark-Side-of-Light-Poster-Web-lD8YyJ.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261120T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261120T183000
DTSTAMP:20261022T105415Z
CREATED:20261021T103755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261022T105415Z
UID:10012671-1795195800-1795199400@thisiskingsport.com
SUMMARY:Pink Floyd – The Dark Side of the Moon
DESCRIPTION:Experience Pink Floyd’s iconic album “The Dark Side of the Moon” like never before! This program combines an incredible surround sound mix of the music with breath-taking views of the solar system and beyond. NSC Creative led the visual production efforts\, working closely with Pink Floyd’s long time creative collaborator Aubrey Powell from Hipgnosis\, to create this spectacular experience. \nEach song has a different theme; some futuristically looking forward and some a retro acknowledgment to Pink Floyd’s visual history\, all relating to a time and space experience\, embracing up to the minute technology that only a Planetarium can offer. Pink Floyd’s The Dark Side of the Moon is a truly immersive experience that will transcend reality and take you beyond the realms of a 2D experience. \nThis program is being shown thanks to the generous support of the Bays Mountain Park Association. \nTicket Prices:\nNon-members – $15/person\nMembers – $10/person \nProgram Length: ~ 45 Minutes \n.avia-button-avb6ad9ea5d8b157:hover {background-color: #444444 !important;color: #ffffff !important;transform: translateZ(0) scale(1.03); }Click here to register online for tickets
URL:https://thisiskingsport.com/event/pink-floyd-the-dark-side-of-the-moon-51/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:Planetarium,Special Event
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