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Star Party At Patoka Lake Tonight

Last updated on Saturday, July 13, 2013

(PATOKA) - The Patoka Lake 22nd Annual Star Party is scheduled for tonight from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Patoka Lake Beach.

Enjoy a special presentation by members of the Louisville & Evansville Astronomical Societies and the Stonebelt Stargazers of Bedford, as they share their knowledge of the sky above.

There will be kid's activities and giveaways until dark.

A special astronomy program will be held at 6:30p.m. under the tent on the beach. Telescopes will be set up for observations of Venus and Saturn as darkness falls.

The entrance fee of $5 per vehicle for Indiana residents ($7 out of state) is required for the Newton Stewart State Recreation Area, Patoka Reservoir, located north of Wickliffe Indiana, Highway 164.

For more information regarding this program or other interpretive events, call the Visitor Center at 812.685.2447.

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