Friends of Katahdin Woods and Waters will present the 11th Annual Stars Over Katahdin Sept. 28. Activities running from 4-9 p.m. at the Patten Lumbermen’s Museum at 61 Shin Pond Road in Patten. Taylor Walker photo
PATTEN — Registration is open for the 11th annual Stars Over Katahdin, presented by Friends of Katahdin Woods & Waters. The event, set for Saturday, Sept. 28, celebrates the darkest skies east of the Mississippi River with opportunities to explore the night sky guided by expert astronomers and the National Park Service.
With activities set for 4-9 p.m. at the Patten Lumbermen’s Museum, attendees can also visit education booths, participate in campfire chats, and hear the Burnurwurbskek Singers.
The free event is made possible by Friends of Katahdin Woods & Waters and its sponsors, including Richardson’s Hardware and Maine Beer Company.
Food will be available for purchase. The museum is located at 61 Shin Pond Road.
More information and registration is available at friendsofkww.org.
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