ICYMI: Star-Gazing Event Scheduled In Round Rock

ROUND ROCK, TX — It's been said that the stars at night are big and bright deep in the heart of Texas, an assertion often followed by four clip claps. Round Rock residents can see for themselves next weekend during a star-gazing event.

On Saturday, Aug. 3, from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m., the Junior Ranger program will host a free star-gazing night out at Old Settlers Park. This event comes in the midst of summertime meteor showers that have astronomy fans all agog.

Participants to the Round Rock event will gather at Lakeview Pavilion next Saturday to gaze at the heavens while learning about the stars. It's an ideal family event, right before the kiddos have to return to school days later — yielding a chance for family togetherness with an educational opportunity for good measure.

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For more information contact Ranger David at (512) 801-4910 or drobinson@roundrocktexas.gov. For more information about the city's Park Rangers, visit www.roundrocktexas.gov/ranger.