View the solar eclipse at Patsy's Riverview in Norwich
The Greenway Conservancy will be holding an eclipse event today from 2 to 4 p.m. at Patsy's Riverview at 82 Sheldon street. Bring family and friends, eclipse glasses, and a comfortable chair to enjoy the solar eclipse. (Submitted photo)
NORWICH – The solar eclipse of 2024 is happening today and anyone in Norwich may view it from Patsy's Riverview, a small park at 82 Sheldon Street operated by the Greenway Conservancy.
The event will start at 2 p.m., giving everyone time to settle in and prepare for the approximate peak time between 3:15 and 3:30 p.m.
The Greenway Conservancy is hosting the event suggest visitors grab some eclipse glasses, comfy chairs or blankets, and cameras.
This event will be a great way to spend the afternoon with friends and family, sharing one of the solar systems most spectacular displays. The opportunity is not only exhilarating for astronomers, but for everyone that enjoys the lining up of the planets.
Norwich resident Lonnie Gallagher said he's going to watch the eclipse from his backyard.
“Weather looks like its holding out so far, but you never know,” he said. “We hope to see it.”
Chenango County resident Connie Durkin has relatives visiting from out of town and they're hoping for clear skies.
“I've seen a few eclipses over the years but some of our family hasn't,” Durkin said. “We're pretty excited about it and excited about having so many family members visiting.”
She said they have a full house with six adults and seven children and they have their eclipse glasses ready.
“The kids have been practicing putting their glasses on and off, they're really excited,” said Durkin.
Recently, astronomy educator and wildlife observer, Leo Greco said a solar eclipse is when the moons shadow casts onto the earth and its a once-in-a-generation experience.
“Viewing the eclipse is the same as looking at the normal sun,” said Greco. “People kind of make it seem that eclipses are more dangerous than a normal day, however that's not true.
“The thing about looking at an eclipse is that when it's partially covered, it still has the same intensity as a normal day,” he added.
He said eclipse glasses block out about 99.99% of the light and that's when you can actually look at the eclipse without damaging your eyes.
The Greenway Conservancy invites everyone to bring friends and family and enjoy the beautiful surroundings of Patsy's Riverview while experiencing this amazing event.
For more information on the upcoming eclipse, visit GreatAmericanEclipse.com and Eclipsophile.com. A map of the path of totality can be seen at science.nasa.gov/eclipses/future-eclipses/eclipse-2024.
Other places holding eclipse parties:
The Guernsey Memorial Library will host a 'Solor Eclipse Party' from 3 to 4:30 p.m., April 8 in Norwich .
The Friends of Rogers Environmental Education Center from noon to 4:30 p.m., April 8, in Sherburne.
The event will start at 2 p.m., giving everyone time to settle in and prepare for the approximate peak time between 3:15 and 3:30 p.m.
The Greenway Conservancy is hosting the event suggest visitors grab some eclipse glasses, comfy chairs or blankets, and cameras.
This event will be a great way to spend the afternoon with friends and family, sharing one of the solar systems most spectacular displays. The opportunity is not only exhilarating for astronomers, but for everyone that enjoys the lining up of the planets.
Norwich resident Lonnie Gallagher said he's going to watch the eclipse from his backyard.
“Weather looks like its holding out so far, but you never know,” he said. “We hope to see it.”
Chenango County resident Connie Durkin has relatives visiting from out of town and they're hoping for clear skies.
“I've seen a few eclipses over the years but some of our family hasn't,” Durkin said. “We're pretty excited about it and excited about having so many family members visiting.”
She said they have a full house with six adults and seven children and they have their eclipse glasses ready.
“The kids have been practicing putting their glasses on and off, they're really excited,” said Durkin.
Recently, astronomy educator and wildlife observer, Leo Greco said a solar eclipse is when the moons shadow casts onto the earth and its a once-in-a-generation experience.
“Viewing the eclipse is the same as looking at the normal sun,” said Greco. “People kind of make it seem that eclipses are more dangerous than a normal day, however that's not true.
“The thing about looking at an eclipse is that when it's partially covered, it still has the same intensity as a normal day,” he added.
He said eclipse glasses block out about 99.99% of the light and that's when you can actually look at the eclipse without damaging your eyes.
The Greenway Conservancy invites everyone to bring friends and family and enjoy the beautiful surroundings of Patsy's Riverview while experiencing this amazing event.
For more information on the upcoming eclipse, visit GreatAmericanEclipse.com and Eclipsophile.com. A map of the path of totality can be seen at science.nasa.gov/eclipses/future-eclipses/eclipse-2024.
Other places holding eclipse parties:
The Guernsey Memorial Library will host a 'Solor Eclipse Party' from 3 to 4:30 p.m., April 8 in Norwich .
The Friends of Rogers Environmental Education Center from noon to 4:30 p.m., April 8, in Sherburne.
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