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Griffith Observatory "80 years and Counting" Champagne and Cake Reception

Griffith Observatory celebrates the launch of "80 Years

and Counting" with "Stellar Evolution," produced by 'Friends of

the Observatory,' an event paying tribute to Los Angeles's icon of public astronomy and to

the 40th anniversary of Dr. E.C. Krupp's leadership.

The Los Angeles Landmark will celebrate with a sunset

champagne reception over the Pacific Ocean and

engage the public in voting on one of three themed cakes, each commemorating an

iconic feature of the Griffith Observatory. There will be access to a hosted

bar, which will serve wine, beer, soda and champagne. The evening will also

showcase various brief presentations.

'Stargazer' tickets are $100 per couple, allowing access for

two people on the observatory lawn. Those attending are encouraged to pack a

picnic to enjoy.

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VIP Stellar Reception tickets are $150 a person, and include

a delicious section of hors d'oeuvres from Wolfgang Puck Catering, a champagne

and wine hosted bar, and an opportunity to mix and mingle with City officials,

Observatory leaders and more. This reception will take place in the

Observatory's 'Gunther Depths of Space' and VIP guests will also receive access

to reserved seating on the lawn for presentations.

For more information on "Stellar Evolution," an

'80 years and counting'  historical

event, visit www.friendsoftheobservatory.com/events

. Advance tickets are required; no tickets will be sold on the day of the

event. 

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