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LBL's Golden Pond Planetarium Offers Holiday Shows
GOLDEN POND, KY - Looking for a fun, family holiday outing? Come explore the customs and celebrations of the holiday season with the Golden Pond Planetarium shows at Land Between The Lakes (LBL).
The Golden Pond Planetarium offers two holiday programs Thurs-Sun, Dec. 3-20. A Story of Christmas explores the customs of Christmas, the origins of the Christmas tree, and the tradition of Santa Claus, the Wise Men, and Hanukkah. You'll see the skies as they looked in the Holy Lands at the time of Christ. 'Tis the Season looks at the seasonal, religious, and cultural rituals from around the world, and how the stars and planets have played an important role in these celebrations throughout history.
"The skies offer celestial beauty and important lessons to be learned this time of the year," stated Jim Taylor, Director of Operations for the LBL Association. "It is a wonderful experience for both families and groups."
"Friends of LBL" has arranged for Santa to be present at the Planetarium on Saturdays and Sundays through Dec. 20. Bring your camera for some great photo opportunities with Santa.
Admission to the Golden Pond Planetarium is $4 ages 13 and up; $2 ages 5-12; 4 and under, free. Organized groups may schedule either show at other times and receive group rates. Please call 270-924-2020 for more information. Show times are as follows:
A Story of Christmas
Thurs. & Fri. 1pm
Sat. & Sun. 11am & 2pm
'Tis the Season
Thurs. & Fri. 10am & 2pm
Sat. & Sun. 10am, 1pm, & 3pm
The Homeplace, Nature Station, North and South Welcome Stations, and Golden Pond Planetarium and Visitor Center will be closed Thanksgiving Day.
Land Between The Lakes is managed by the Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture, in partnership with "Friends of LBL", to provide public lands outdoor recreation and environmental education. LBL information and maps are available on our website at www.lbl.org or by calling 1-800-LBL-7077 or 270-924-2000. We encourage visitors to review our website each season, and throughout the season, for our Calendar of Events, updates on programs and policies, and temporary trail and road closures. You can find out more about "Friends of LBL" at www.friendsoflbl.org.
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Media Contact: 270-924-2000
(November 17, 2009)