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Public Talk with former NASA Astronaut, Scott Altman RSVP
From a kid in the Midwest who dreamed of flying to a real-life astronaut and space shuttle commander, Scott Altman’s journey is packed with excitement, science, and perseverance. In this fun, family-friendly talk, Scott shares amazing stories—from studying engineering and learning to fly, to piloting jets off aircraft carriers and flying in the original Top Gun movie, to working with NASA and commanding a space shuttle on a mission to repair the Hubble Space Telescope.
You will hear how curiosity, teamwork, and problem-solving can lead to incredible careers in science and engineering, even when challenges pop up along the way. Get inspired to explore, ask big questions, and discover how YOU can reach for the stars!
For more information and to RSVP, please go to https://www.scifest.vegas/event-details/reach-for-the-stars-an-astronauts-story.
In partnership with the Las Vegas Science & Technology Festival.
AGE GROUP: | Tweens | Teens | Kids |
EVENT TYPE: | STEAM | Education & Literacy |
| Mon, Mar 23 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Tue, Mar 24 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Wed, Mar 25 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Thu, Mar 26 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Fri, Mar 27 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Sat, Mar 28 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Sun, Mar 29 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
Originally operating out of a storefront on Brush Street, the West Charleston Library opened in its current location in January 1993. This 38,900-square-foot building is located on the northeast corner of the College of Southern Nevada’s Charleston Campus. This location, which features a Digital Memory Preservation Lab, serves its student population and residents with over 67,000 volumes and features a 276-seat lecture hall.