A Cosmic Adventure to the Stars and Beyond
Feb 26 - Apr 9, 2026
What are the latest discoveries by astronomers about the nature of our universe? What have the new generation of telescopes such as the James Webb revealed? What do astrophysicists say about the possibility of time travel, and other science fiction? What strange objects inhabit the far corners of the cosmos, or our own galaxy and solar system? How and from what did the universe arise? Are we alone, or might other intelligent species have evolved elsewhere? Explore these questions, and enjoy a stunning cosmic journey with astronomer Tom Vassos.
6 lectures, live at the Bayshore Centre and live streamed on Vimeo
Thursday mornings 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Replays until May 9, 2026 on Vimeo
PURCHASE TICKETS (Available in November 2025)
Lecturer - Tom Vassos
Tom Vassos is an astronomer, university instructor, founder of Cosmologists Without Borders, member of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada and author of several books in “The Inspiring Universe Collection” series. Mr. Vassos is a science communicator who is frequently invited as a guest expert on radio and television, and he is the Astronomer-in-Residence for Holland America and Royal Caribbean cruise lines. Mr. Vassos delights in imparting his knowledge to space enthusiasts, young minds and lifelong learners everywhere.
Thursday, Feb 26, 2026
The Stunning View from Planet Earth
Discover celestial marvels in Earth’s astronomical theater in the sky. Witness natural wonders from the transient beauty of fire rainbows to breathtaking nebulas. Explore mysterious doomsday meteorites— 4.5-billion-year-old time capsules that reveal the secrets of Earth’s inception.
Thursday, March 5, 2026
Expedition to the Bizarre and Extreme Cosmos
Dare to venture into the wild frontiers of the cosmos that defy imagination, exploring the most inconceivable extremes of our astounding Universe. Immerse yourself in celestial titans such as supernova explosions, wormholes and Black Holes—cosmic monsters with voracious appetites.
Thursday, March 12, 2026
Amazing Time Travel Movies and Real Science
Explore the fascinating world of time machines and the intersection of imaginative Hollywood movies with the reality of time travel based on cutting-edge astrophysics. Embark on a voyage to unravel the mysteries of time travel into the past or future—and the baffling paradoxes that arise.
Thursday, March 19, 2026
The Quest for Alien Life - Are We Alone?
Where are all the aliens? Why haven’t we met them? What do they look like? Are UFOs really visiting aliens? When and where might we discover alien life in the future? Living in the golden age of astronomy and space exploration, we could uncover the answers in our lifetimes.
** No lecture on Thursday, March 26 **
Thursday, April 2, 2026
A Superhuman View of the Cosmos
Imagine what the skies would look like if we all had superhuman vision. Experience stunning astrophotographs of nebulas, galaxies and supernova explosions hidden to the naked eye. Explore the afterglow of the Big Bang as we unveil concrete evidence of our cosmic genesis.
Thursday, April 9, 2026
Revealing Our Star-Studded Origins
Embark on a captivating journey to unveil the cosmic origins of elements that constitute our very being. Explore the profound connections linking us to the farthest extremities of space. Imagine visiting alien worlds where you would possess superhuman powers that defy earthly limitations.