JULIAN, Calif. (FOX 5/KUSI) -- Stargazers gathered at the San Diego Dark Sky Festival in Julian on Saturday to witness the Perseid meteor shower, a cosmic event celebrated for its spectacular display of shooting stars.

The festival, held at Menghini Winery, attracted skywatchers eager to catch a glimpse of the celestial spectacle, which is known as the strongest meteor shower of the year and has been active since mid-July.

"I hope we get some good streaking ones," said Kathy Handzel, president of the San Diego County Chapter of DarkSky International, before the sunset. Her hopes came true.

Handzel's organization aims to protect the night sky from light pollution and educate the public on its various aspects, including health and environmental impacts. This can include things like disrup

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