# Event Details

- **Event Name**: August 6 - Grand Opening Celebration: Space Exploration Lab
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 06 Aug, 2026 at 07:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Due to the power outage on our original grand opening date of July 14, we are now rescheduling this celebration for August 6. 

You're invited to the grand opening of the new Space Exploration Lab where you can explore and photograph the universe, right from Westlake Porter Public Library. All ages.

In partnership with the Great Lakes Astrophotography Society (GLAS), the Space Exploration Lab gives patrons the opportunity to remotely operate a powerful telescope located beneath the dark skies of Spain. During this special opening event, you'll discover how you can capture stunning images of distant galaxies, colorful nebulae, and other deep-space wonders from right here in at Westlake Porter Public Library.

Explore the Lab's new Mission Control area featuring interactive space exploration tools and software, including Kerbal Space Program, Stellarium Planetarium, NASA's Eyes on the Solar System, and more. Learn how to reserve telescope sessions, see the technology in action, and get a first look at this exciting new community resource.

https://westlakelibrary.org/event/17021170
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/westlake/august-6-grand-opening-celebration-space-exploration-lab/200030471093033
- **Event Categories**: 
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 45

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Westlake
- **state**: OH
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 27333 Center Ridge Rd, Westlake, OH, United States, Ohio 44145
- **lat**: 41.44796
- **long**: -81.92429
- **full address**: 27333 Center Ridge Rd, Westlake, OH, United States, Ohio 44145

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is August 6 - Grand Opening Celebration: Space Exploration Lab being held?
  - **A:** August 6 - Grand Opening Celebration: Space Exploration Lab takes place on Thu, 06 Aug, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Thu, 06 Aug, 2026 at 07:00 pm at 27333 Center Ridge Rd, Westlake, OH, United States, Ohio 44145.
- **Q**: Who is organizing August 6 - Grand Opening Celebration: Space Exploration Lab?
  - **A:** August 6 - Grand Opening Celebration: Space Exploration Lab is organized by Westlake Porter Public Library.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** August 6 - Grand Opening Celebration: Space Exploration Lab is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Westlake, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If August 6 - Grand Opening Celebration: Space Exploration Lab sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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