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February 2020
Bird Banding
Volunteers collect baseline data on bird populations at the sanctuary. The banding station is an excellent opportunity to see birds up close and to learn all the birds of our community. The GCBO Nature Store will also be open.
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Brazosport College & Community Band
The Brazosport College and Community Band under the direction of Brian Casey perform a Christmas concert.
Find out more »Planetarium Show
Features a 30-foot dome equipped with a Spitz Star Ball projector to produce the night sky as it appears to the naked eye, together with a large variety of high tech equipment to give a close- up feel for things like comets, exploding stars, and black holes. Shows change monthly. $5.00 Adults; $3.00 Students
Find out more »Scholastic Bowl
Fundraiser supporting science education at the Planetarium and many programs offered at The Center. Teams of up to four people put their heads together to answer questions on subjects such as science, the arts, history, geography, current events and local activities. We encourage community organizations, alumni groups, church groups, family members and work groups to compete. $5 at door; $100 entry fee for teams. 979-319-2164
Find out more »Brazosport College Jazz Band & Jazz Singers
The ensemble, which will be under the direction of Richard Birk, will perform a variety of songs.
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Surfside Beach Marathon
The only marathon and half marathon in the United States run entirely on a beach! Starts as the sun rises over the water and follows the public beach to San Luis Pass, then returns. A 5K is also available. The entire course is on the firm, smooth sand that is great for running. Non-competitive division for walkers at 6:45 am.
Find out more »Austin Town Re-enactment
Step back in time with the Brazoria County Historical Museum with a living history re-enactment. Austin Town recalls and celebrates the lives of those pioneers who settled Colonial Texas from 1821 to 1832. Set just north of Angleton, the fictitious “Austin Town” features character interpreters, demonstrators, sutlers, militia drill units, and period games.
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