Planet Watch at the Public Library

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The Judy B. McDonald Public Library invites children ages 7 to 11 to Planet Watch on Monday, September 28th at 6:00 p.m.  Kids will learn fun facts about planets and stars and get to make and take home sparkly galaxy slime.   “As it gets darkerearlier, there will be more opportunities for families to stargaze together,” says Crystal Hicks, assistant library director.  “Our program will give kids some background to furthertheir exploration of the galaxy.”  Participation is free, but registration for this program is requested to ensure that there are supplies for all participants.  Please call 559-2970 to sign up.  More programs for all ages are planned throughout the fall, so check out the library’s website, www.ci.nacogdoches.tx.us/library or follow Judy B. McDonald Public Library on Facebook.

Misty Boggs
Misty Boggs
Misty Boggs is the Creative Director at MSGPR. As a resident of Angelina County, she enjoys getting to spend time with her family at their tree farm or exploring new art forms at home. She earned her bachelor's degree in Public Relations with a minor in Creative Writing at Stephen F. Austin State University in 2020 and received her MBA in Marketing from Lamar University in 2024.

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