Launceston Planetarium Shows - Dark Side of Light (May 2025)

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Sun 11 May 2025

Have you ever heard the term "light pollution"? Sounds fancy, right? But how can something that brightens up our nights also be a problem? It's like saying too much chocolate is bad for you – who even knew? For ages now, we've been bathing in artificial light after the sun goes down, treating it like a natural part of life. But really, we're just messing with Mother Nature's bedtime routine.

For millions of years, plants and animals have danced to the tune of day and night, and our human bodies are in on the act too. We've got our own internal clocks ticking in sync with the sunrise and sunset. But with all the unnecessary lighting we've cranked up, this natural rhythm is thrown into disarray. And that's not just bad news bears for us; it's got implications for the environment and even the economy. So, what's the deal with all this light pollution? Come along to Dark Side of Light and unravel the mysteries of our glowing nights – and maybe pick up a tip or two on how to turn the lights down a notch.

More information at www.qvmag.tas.gov.au/Whats-on/Events/Launceston-Planetarium-Shows-Dark-Side-of-Light-1320697595059#




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