To prepare for the total solar eclipse, the Beaver County Library System has many out-of-this-world celebrations planned
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2023 was a big year for Sun’s activities, and it looks like 2024 will be no different. A total solar eclipse will occur this spring.
Beaver Valley residents, if you want to get a true view of the total solar eclipse on April 8, start planning your road trip.
Your best bet is to head north to what astronomers call the totality line.
“When it comes to getting a true eclipse experience, if you’re south of the totality line, you’ll miss out on the complete darkening of the sky and the appearance of the sun’s atmosphere (corona),” says Frank. Marzano said. Beaver County Amateur Astronomer.
“Erie, Edinboro, Pimatuning and Meadville are all within the realm of totality,” Marzano said. “Northeast Ohio, too.”
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Still, Beaver Valley skywatchers should be able to get an interesting partial view of the eclipse, weather permitting. Eclipse Map for timeanddate.com A 98 percent occlusion (the passage of one object obscuring another) was calculated over Beaver Falls, lasting just under two and a half hours starting at 2 p.m. on April 8.
Keep in mind that unlike an elementary school exam, there’s a big difference between 98 percent and 100 percent when it comes to eclipses, explained Amanda Iwaniec, director of theater operations at the Kamin Science Center in Pittsburgh.
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Depending on where this totality line lies, “there’s a big difference in what people see in Beaver County or Allegheny County compared to a city like Cleveland,” Ivaniec said.
She said a scientist said that being within the exact match line is like having a VIP pass to Disney World, and not being within that line is like hanging out in a Disney World parking lot. I’ve heard people compare it to being like:
The sky above Beaver Valley won’t look very dark, but “it’s just going to be a really cool partial eclipse,” Ivaniec said.
The recently renamed Kamin Science Center (formerly Carnegie Science Center) on Pittsburgh’s North Shore will host an eclipse viewing party with livestream coverage from the Totality area and other educational programming.
“A total solar eclipse occurs when the moon passes between the sun and the Earth and completely blocks the sun’s face.” According to NASA. “The sky becomes dark, like dawn or dusk.”
NASA says, “Safety is your top priority when observing a total solar eclipse. Be sure to know when to wear special eye protection designed for solar viewing.” I am.
The Beaver County Library System is ready to help.
Starting March 4, Beaver County Libraries will be handing out special eclipse glasses. Call or visit any Beaver County Library System location to reserve your free glasses for the April 8 solar eclipse. This offer is while supplies last.
To get people excited for the eclipse, Beaver County Libraries will be co-hosting several events with a portable planetarium from the Cummin Science Center, an interactive presentation from Pittsburgh’s Moonshot Museum, and Beaver County amateur astronomers. .
“The library system wanted to shine a light on this natural phenomenon and make it more accessible,” said Courtney Colaizzi, the system’s programs and social media manager.
“In May 2023, I was accepted to participate in the State Library Association’s Solar Eclipse Workshop in Harrisburg to prepare for this year’s total solar eclipse,” Colaizzi said. “Thanks to a generous grant from the Betty and Gordon Moore Foundation and the STAR Library Network, based at the National Center for Interactive Learning at the Space Science Institute, we were awarded 2,000 pairs of eclipse glasses.
“Each library has its own method of distribution, but realistically a family only needs one or two pairs,” Colaizzi said. ”
“The library system has a limited number of telescopes available to borrow,” Colaizzi said. “Although we do not recommend using it for solar eclipses, we are working on creating solar filters for the Stargazers Kit.” These kits include a beginner’s telescope, three lenses, a smartphone adapter with wireless remote control, and instructions. Includes guide and star map.
Beaver Library Solar Eclipse Event Schedule:
*February 22nd, 6pm, Mission to the Moon. Children ages 5-12 are free at the Laughlin Memorial Library in Ambridge, which is affiliated with Pittsburgh’s Moonshot Space Museum. Witness dazzling animations, explosive science demonstrations, and hear from members of the ground team who made it all happen. Registration required at 724-266-3857.
*Galaxy Trivia is free for ages 10 and up on February 29th at 6pm at the Carnegie Free Library in Beaver Falls. Trivia about the solar system. We’ve also incorporated some Star Wars and The Big Bang Theory trivia for even more out-of-this-world fun.
*On March 4, the Beaver County Library System will begin distributing Solar Eclipse Eyewear.
*Space-themed trivia for ages 10 and up on March 19 at 11 a.m. at Monaca Public Library. For more information about the free event, call 724-775-9608.
*March 21, 6 p.m. Beaver County Amateur Astronomers will host a free event for teens and adults at the Beaver Area Memorial Library. Virtually embark on an intense scientific expedition to the moon and get a sneak peek at the work of Western Pennsylvania’s space industry professionals at Pittsburgh’s Moonshot Space Museum. You must register by calling 724-775-1132.
*April 8 Portable planetarium & solar soirée, The BF Jones Memorial Library in Aliquippa offers free viewing for kindergarteners through adults. On the same day as a total solar eclipse, go on a cosmic adventure at the Comin (formerly Carnegie) Science Center’s inflatable planetarium. Explore planets, moons, and the wonders of space in stunning HD projections. Details including soiree times will be released soon. Registration required at 724-375-2900.
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Other events
Beaver County amateur astronomers plan to spend the day of the eclipse at Penn State Behrend in Erie, participating in an event that is still being finalized.
As Cleveland continues on its path to wholeness, the Great Lakes Science Center will host the following events: Total Eclipse Fest 2024, A three-day celestial festival will be held at the city’s North Coast Harbor starting April 6. This outdoor, family-friendly event will feature hands-on science activities, a free community concert performance by the Cleveland Orchestra on April 7, food sales, entertainment, NASA, and more. Experts are working with the public on free solar eclipse viewing glasses (while supplies last).
Wineries and craft breweries in northwestern Pennsylvania and the Cleveland area are already promoting eclipse viewing parties.
Franklin, a city in Venango County, is on its way to becoming a total city. Heart Wellness Festival Solar Eclipse April 8.
Kamin Science Center will soon announce the program for the solar eclipse party.
“We hope people can join us to learn more about solar eclipses and celebrate this amazing phenomenon,” Ivaniec said.
The next solar eclipse over the United States will not occur for another 20 years on August 23, 2044, over parts of Montana and the Dakotas.
Ivaniec said interest in April’s eclipse is growing because the totality covers highly populated areas, rather than over remote areas of Wyoming, for example.
The 2026 solar eclipse will occur over Greenland, and the 2027 solar eclipse will occur over Egypt.
“But this is literally in our backyard,” Ivaniec said.
And the topic is becoming more and more popular.
Raccoon Creek State Park in Hanover Township is expected to have “very high visitor use that day” by people wanting to experience the eclipse, even in its partial viewing area, the state conservation natural resource said. said Emily Bolch, program assistant for the bureau.
Beaver County residents can enjoy the solar eclipse from their backyards.
But if you compare the taste to wine, Marzano says, “Beaver Valley tastes like ripple, and north of Interstate 80 tastes like the best vintage ever made.” Told.
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Scott Tady is the entertainment editor for the Beaver County Times and can be reached at study@gannett.co.meters.