See the night sky come alive at Spring Valley Aug. 11

Posted July 23, 2012 11:00 pm

Schaumburg Park District

There's no party like a meteor party!

Star-gazers young and old are invited to see the sky come alive at the free Perseid Meteor Party from 9 to 11 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 11 at Spring Valley Nature Center, 1111 E. Schaumburg Road.

This star-gazing event is open to all ages to view distant objects in the summer sky while watching for falling stars. Telescopes will be set-up just south of the Nature Center. Interpreters will be on hand to guide gazers through the Summer Triangle, falling stars, planets, constellations and satellites. Star-related activities and crafts will take place in and around the Nature Center throughout the evening.

Families are encouraged to bring their own blanket and folding chair.

For more information, call (847) 985-2100 or visit www.parkfun.com.

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