Stars and Sparkles offers an opportunity to engage in amateur astronomy alongside an out-of-this-world tasting. Present Company Wine debuts its Rosé Pét Nat and provides a selection of light bites to enhance an evening of stargazing led by professional astronomers. Enjoy views of the night sky through a century-old 26-inch refracting telescope while feeding your cosmic curiosity, and refined palate. Ages 21+, rain or shine. $30, 9pm. Leander McCormick Observatory, 600 McCormick Rd. drinkpresentcompany.com
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