Explore what is coming up in March’s night skies on Friday, March 1 at 7 p.m. in the Los Alamos Nature Center’s planetarium. Photo Courtesy PEEC

PEEC NEWS

Learn what will be coming up in March’s night skies this Friday, March 1 at the Los Alamos Nature Center. Astronomer Steve Becker will give audience members an interactive tour of the heavens and highlight planets, star patterns and constellations that may be readily observed throughout the month. This event begins at 7 p.m. and is perfect for beginner stargazers who would like to learn more.

In addition to this talk, the nature center will show the full-dome film “National Parks Adventure” on Saturday, March 2 at 2 p.m. This vibrant film explores beautiful views and incredible adventures in our nation’s parks. The film was brought to Los Alamos by C.B. Fox, Metzger’s Hardware and the Delle Foundation, with additional funding from Manhattan Project National Historical Park.

Seating is limited for both of these events, so please call the nature center at 505-662-0460 or stop by to reserve your tickets. Admission for both programs is $6 for adults and $4 for children. Events in the planetarium are not recommended for children under 4.

For more information about this and other PEEC programs, visit www.peecnature.org, email programs@peecnature.orgor call (505) 662-0460.

PEEC was founded in 2000 to serve the community of Los Alamos. It offers people of all ages a way to enrich their lives by strengthening their connections to our canyons, mesas, mountains, and skies. PEEC operates the Los Alamos Nature Center at 2600 Canyon Road, holds regular programs and events, and hosts a number of interest groups from birding to hiking to butterfly watching. PEEC activities are open to everyone; however, members receive exclusive benefits such as discounts on programs and merchandise. Annual memberships start at $35. To learn more, visit www.peecnature.org.