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Homer’s Epic “Odyssey” to be Read Aloud at National Hellenic Museum’s “Homerathon”

The ancient Greek poet Homer’s Odyssey is arguably considered the greatest adventure story ever told, inspiring many contemporary literary adaptations and films about heroes embarking on fateful and twisting journeys as they make their way home.  On October 25 & 26, 2024, the National Hellenic Museum (NHM) and the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) Department of Classics and Mediterranean Studies will present their popular “Homerathon”, a reading of the Odyssey aloud in its entirety with public participation.

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Adler Planetarium Announces “Other Worlds” – An Interactive Look at Planets

Adler Planetarium announces the opening of Other Worlds, a new permanent exhibition that explores planetary bodies throughout the universe from the familiar to the extreme including gas giants, ice giants, super Earths, rocky worlds and more. Travel beyond our solar system to learn about the more than 5,000 discovered exoplanets that orbit around other stars and get a new perspective on the planets closest to ours. Other Worlds encompasses around 6,500 feet of exhibit space and replaces the iconic Our Solar System gallery, which first opened to the public in 2012.

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Shedd Aquarium Beluga Whale, NAYA, Gives Birth

Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium welcomed a new resident to the Abbott Oceanarium on Wednesday evening: a beluga whale calf born to 35-year-old mother, Naya (NI-yah). Earlier that day, the animal care team recognized signs that Naya was going into labor and closed the Secluded Bay habitat to guests. Hours later, shortly after 6 p.m., the calf was born and took its first breath of air at the water’s surface shortly after – a crucial first step for belugas.

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MuseumsSummer 2024

The Griffin Museum of Science and Industry presents “007 Science,” Uncovering the Tech and Innovation Behind the World’s Greatest Spy

Get ready to delve into the fascinating world of James Bond like never before. The Griffin Museum of Science and Industry presents 007 Science, the first-ever official exhibition to focus on the science and technology behind the world’s longest-running movie franchise.

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