“A SHOWER OF STARDUST” Aug. 11

Posted 8/3/17

 “A SHOWER OF STARDUST” 

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 “A SHOWER OF STARDUST” Aug. 11

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CLINTON — The annual Perseid meteor shower 

Weldon Springs State Park 

Meadowview Picnic Area 

August 11 / 10 p.m.

Come and enjoy the spectacular display in the night sky as Earth travels through a stream of cosmic debris and our atmosphere incinerates tiny particles of comet Swift-Tuttle to produce 50-60 “shooting stars” per hour. 

A fire and a treat will be provided. Bring a blanket (lawn chairs will give you “astronomer’s neck”) bug spray and a sweater for comfort. No special equipment or experience is needed. 

In the event of rain, the program will be cancelled. t