Super Stellar Fridays

On the 1st Friday of the month, enjoy an evening exploring science with Discovery Center educators and special guest speakers through live programs, planetarium shows, and sky viewing with the NH Astronomical Society.

Concord’s Water System: From Source to Service

Next Super Stellar Friday - Friday, May 1st, 2026

*Please note changes to pricing structure of this program beginning in 2026

Presentation Description:‍ ‍The City of Concord provides the essential lifeblood of our community; clean, reliable drinking water. Join Marco Philippon, Deputy Director of General Services, for an inside look at how the City maintains this critical service 24/7/365. He will explore the hydrologic cycle that naturally replenishes our rivers, streams, and wells, and explain how Concord’s diverse water sources ensure a steady, resilient supply that keeps the city moving forward.

About our Special Guest Presenter: Marco Philippon is the deputy Director of General Services for the City of Concord, and a lifelong resident of NH. He’s been in the water industry for 30+ years working in Southern NH and Massachusetts. He holds advanced Water Treatment and Distribution Licenses in NH and Massachusetts, has a BS in Business Studies from SNHU. He is responsible for water supply master planning, forecasting, and future supply needs for the City of Concord. He is a Past President of the New Hampshire Water Works Association, and active on several committees including Legislative, Programs, and Education. Marco is also a member at New England Water Works Association on facilities and storage committees.  He is a commission member on the NH Drinking Water and Groundwater Trust Fund as well as the Secretary of the Contoocook and North Branch River Local Advisory Committee.

Recommended for all ages.

Please note before purchasing your Super Stellar Friday tickets:

Ticket costs include admission to the presentation, and exhibit galleries. Planetarium show tickets are an extra $7 for non-members. Tickets for this event can be purchased at the front desk on the night or before the event online.

Schedule

  • 6:30 pm: Discovery Center opens, exhibit galleries available for exploration

  • 7:00 pm: Speaker Presentation

  • 8:00 pm: Planetarium Show

  • 9:00 pm: Sky Viewing with New Hampshire Astronomical Society (weather permitting)

Ticket Pricing

  • Adult: $14.00

  • Child (3-12): $11.00

  • Senior (62+): $13.00

  • Students (13-college): $13.00

  • EBT/SNAP/WIC Card Holders + Up To 5 Guests: $3.00 (Use code “4ALLSSF” at checkout!)

  • Children under 2: Free!

  • Optional Planetarium Show Add-On: $7 per ticket

  • Members: $5.00 (Admission, free planetarium show)

Can’t make it in person?

Presentations will be available on the Discovery Center’s YouTube channel within a few days. Please consider making a donation to support future programming like this—thank you!