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Marking the Summer Solstice with Astronomy Contributor Jean Creighton

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After a long winter of what felt like Wisconsin’s own “Polar Vortex,” it’s time to escape from under our roofs and enjoy the longest day of the year. 

This Saturday is the Summer Solstice. Regular contributor and Director of the Manfred Olson PlanetariumJean Creighton talks with Bonnie North about the historical importance of marking the solstices.

Bonnie North
Bonnie joined WUWM in March 2006 as the Arts Producer of the locally produced weekday magazine program Lake Effect.