Thursday, June 12

Tavern Talks - Dork Side of the Moon

Ages 21+

Join us at Tavern Talks - Dork Side of the Moon: How the Ancient Greeks Measured the Solar System with Sarah Hagen

By Tavern Talks

Date and time

Thursday, June 12 · 8 - 9:30pm PDT. Doors at 7:30pm

Location

Paddy's

65 Southwest Yamhill Street Portland, OR 97204

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

About this event

Event lasts 1 hour 30 minutes
Ages 21+

Tavern Talks - Dork Side of the Moon

Come join us at Paddy's for a night of geeky fun and drinks at Tavern Talks - Dork Side of the Moon: How the Ancient Greeks Measured the Solar System W/Sarah Hagen

Using eclipse events and the geometry of triangles, a group of ancient Greek dorks were able to measure the size of, and distance to, both the moon and the sun with surprising accuracy. In this presentation, participants will learn how the Greeks were able to make such astounding measurements despite living in a time period so primitive that pornography was accessed via pottery.

Hosted by Comedian Dan Wiancko

*2 item food and drink minimum strongly encouraged for purchase

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Tavern Talks

With Tavern Talks, we partner with incredible professors, professionals, experts, independent consultants, and scientists to craft engaging, thought-provoking lectures designed to captivate and educate audiences in a relaxed, social atmosphere.