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Events

Fun on the Farm: Sheep – Wooly Wonders

Agricultural Heritage Center 8348 Ute Hwy, Longmont

Learn about sheep and the important role they play on the farm. Program includes a short story time, hands-on activities, and a take-home craft. Afterwards, explore the farm. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration for most programs begins on the 20th of the month before the event. Registration is not required for this activity, but you can still sign up to be notified in case the event is unexpectedly canceled. Register Registration is required through Discover Boulder County, Parks & Open Space’s volunteer and event registration system. If you’re new to the system, you'll need to create an account. But it’s easy and we only use your contact information to communicate about events you register for. We will never sell or give your information to a third party.

Astronomy: A Visible Asteroid

Ron Stewart Preserve at Rabbit Mountain 14950 N. 55th St., Longmont

In addition to naked-eye planets and stars, we can also see the asteroid Vesta in May. Learn more about Vesta, plus discover the wandering paths of other asteroids and comets. Viewing with telescopes following the program. Presentations will be at the picnic shelter, followed by stargazing in the parking area. The Longmont Astronomical Society provides telescopes. Bring a chair or blanket, a light jacket, and a red flashlight, and get ready to enjoy a night under the stars! Registration for most programs begins on the 20th of the month before the event. Registration required. Register Registration is required through Discover Boulder County, Parks & Open Space’s volunteer and event registration system. If you’re new to the system, you'll need to create an account. But it’s easy and we only use your contact information to communicate about events you register for. We will never sell or give your information to a third party.