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<br /> <br /> STAFF REPORT <br /> <br /> <br /> <br />TO: Parks & Recreation Commission <br /> <br />FROM: Claire Hoffman, Recreation Coordinator <br /> <br />DATE: May 29, 2019 <br /> <br />RE: Astronomy in the Park <br /> <br />Astronomy in the Park will be starting June 12, 2019. This is a new program, with a partnership <br />between Little Canada and the Minnesota Astronomy Society. These reoccurring events will be <br />held every other Wednesday throughout the summer, weather and cloud conditions permitting. It <br />will take place at Pioneer Park’s east parking lot (Desoto Street side). These events will be free <br />and advertised in the newsletter, city website, and social media. <br /> <br />Dave Johnson is going to lead Astronomy in the Park. Mr. Johnson is a member of the <br />Minnesota Astronomy Society Outreach Team, and is volunteering his time to bring this new and <br />unique program to Little Canada. Mr. Johnson has experience volunteering at schools, museums, <br />and other astronomy gatherings. He will be bringing his telescope for participants to use. <br /> <br />Astronomy in the Park will be held from 6:30 p.m. to approximately 11:00 p.m., depending on <br />participants. Registration is not required, participants are welcome to just show up. The program <br />was issued a special use permit for park use after hours. Due to the nature of stargazing, staff is <br />not worried about affecting surrounding residents. A staff member will visit the event and <br />provide flashlights to be handed out to kids. <br /> <br /> <br />ATTACHMENTS <br />• Astronomy in the Park Flyer <br />• Astronomy in the Park Location Map <br /> <br /> <br /> <br />