Apr 18 2019
Paul M. Sutter Book Signing

Paul M. Sutter Book Signing

Presented by Challenger Learning Center of Tallahassee and Midtown Reader at Challenger Learning Center of Tallahassee

WHAT: A unique opportunity to meet an expert on physics, astronomy and space exploration is coming to the Challenger Learning Center next Thursday when they host Paul M. Sutter, scientist and author of Your Place in the Universe. Paul Sutter is a new, fresh voice in science communication. An astrophysicist, author, speaker, producer, and on-air host everywhere from podcasts to TV, Paul strives to bring science to new audiences. His first book, Your Place in the Universe, was published by Prometheus Books in November 2018. By breaking down formidable concepts, emphasizing the human and artistic aspects of the scientific process, and making science accessible with his characteristic conversational, humorous approach, Paul is the one and only Agent to the Stars!

WHEN: Thursday, April 18 from 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m.: Doors open 7:00 p.m.: Discussion 8:00 p.m.: Book Signing

WHO: An established scientist, Paul has authored over 60 academic papers on topics ranging from the earliest moments of the Big Bang, to the emptiest places in the universe, to novel methods for detecting the first stars. He received his PhD in Physics in 2011 as a Department of Energy Computational Science Graduate Fellow, and prior to his current position he held research fellowships in Paris and Italy. He has given over 100 seminars, colloquia, and conference talks at institutions around the world. Paul’s Ask a Spaceman! podcast invites listeners to send questions via social media to answer on the show, and is now one of the top podcasts across all subjects globally. As a contributing editor to Space.com, Universe Today, and Forbes, his articles are syndicated to CBS News, Scientific American, MSN, and more. A go-to expert for journalists and producers, Paul regularly appears on radio, TV, and in print, including on the Science Channel, History Channel, and Weather Channel.

WHERE: Challenger Learning Center of Tallahassee on Kleman Plaza, 200 South Duval Street DETAILS: The Challenger Learning Center is featuring a discussion and book signing with Paul M. Sutter. The event is free and open to the public. Seating is first come, first serve; seating is limited. Copies of Your Place in the Universe will be available on site for purchase from Midtown Reader.

Admission Info

Free and open to the public. Seating is first come, first serve; seating is limited. Copies of Your Place in the Universe will be available on site for purchase from Midtown Reader.

Phone: 8506457772

Email: sreaves@challengertlh.com

Dates & Times

2019/04/18 - 2019/04/18

Location Info

Challenger Learning Center of Tallahassee

200 S. Duval St, Tallahassee, FL 32301

Parking Info

PUBLIC PARKING

The Kleman Parking Garage is the closest public parking garage to the Challenger Learning Center (CLC). It is adjacent to the CLC on Kleman Plaza. Entrances to the Kleman Parking Garage are located on South Duval and South Bronough Streets. The rates are follows:

  • 0-2 Hours: $2.00
  • 2-3 Hours: $2.50
  • 3-4 Hours: $3.00
  • 4-5 Hours: $3.50
  • 5-6 Hours: $4.00
  • 6-7 Hours: $4.50
  • 7-8 Hours: $5.00
  • 8+ Hours: $6.00
  • After 6:00 P.M.: $1.00
  • Weekends all day:$1.00

Additional parking is available at metered street spots and other public lots located throughout downtown Tallahassee.

Buses: Buses should pull into the bus ramp on College Ave.  Enter the bus ramp by traveling South on Bronough St. and turning left onto College Ave.  The bus ramp will be on the immediate right.  The bus ramp is for drop off and pick up only.  Parking is available at the Leon County Civic Center (free for Leon County Schools; $35 for all other buses), the Governor’s Square Mall, or in the free parking lot at the corner of Gaines Street and Duval Street.