Challenger 30th Anniversary Commemoration
January 28th will mark 30 years since the Challenger disaster. That event gave rise to the Challenger Learning Centers all over the world.  Challenger Colorado is inviting the community to commemorate that event with us.  In order to carry on the spirit of  Christa McAuliffe's mission, we will be hosting events which connect the public with space exploration and discovery.
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January 2016 Events
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Student Contest

Challenger is inviting students to participate in a contest commemorating the Challenger 30th Anniversary.  This contest is open to all K - 12th grade students.  We are asking students to create a project of their choice that will serve to inspire the next generation of astronauts.  Contest winners will be invited to attend the 30th Anniversary Dinner where they will receive an award and meet former astronauts!

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Planetarium Shows

Challenger Colorado is partnering with the Library 21C to present a night of planetarium shows, free to the public.  Challenger will set up our portable, inflatable, planetarium in the Library 21C.  Our shows will alternate between Night Sky Constellation Shows, and 360 degree space themed films.  Occupancy is limited to 25 people per show. During that evening, Challenger will pass out free tickets to the shows.  The tickets will allow attendees to reserve their seats for the show of their choice. Tickets are on a first come first served basis.  Shows are appropriate for ages 4 and up.   Join us for a night of space exploration!

What: 30 minute Planetarium Shows
Date: January 25, 5:30 - 8:30 pm
Location: Library 21C in Colorado Springs
Cost: Free!

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Challenger 30th Anniversary Dinner

On Thursday, January 28th, Challenger Colorado will commemorate the 30th Anniversary with a dinner at the Antlers Hotel.  The night will include a reception and silent auction, starting at 6:00 pm.  Dinner will begin at 7:00 pm.  The featured speaker for the evening will be astronaut Susan Helms. There will also be a short awards ceremony honoring the winners of our Student 30th Anniversary Contest.  Please join us for a wonderful evening.

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Mission with an Astronaut!

A lucky crew of students will be running their Challenger Mission with a real astronaut.  On Friday, January 29th, astronaut Joe Tanner will be joining the students from The Classical Academy on their Voyage to Mars Mission.  We are excited to bring an astronaut into our center to work alongside our student crew members!

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