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Tips and tricks to elevate your eclipse experience
Here comes the… moon? Keep your eyes on the skies Monday, April 8, as a total solar eclipse, aka when the moon covers the sun, slips over North America—marking the 17th of its kind in over 150 years. Although the City of Oaks won’t catch a full eclipse (head to cities such as Dallas or Cincinnati for total coverage!), the sun will still be shielded by ~82%—and Raleighites can still witness the Ring of Fire as the sun slightly says hello from behind the moon’s surface.
Wherever you are the afternoon of April 8, find a clear view of the sky and grab your pals and a pair of special shades. And no need for sunblock—the moon’s got that (mostly) covered. Here, a smattering of tips and takes to amp up your viewing experience. Here’s to a sun-forgettable day!
When to watch:
The eclipse will begin around 2pm in Raleigh, reaching its peak at ~3:15pm. Don’t miss out—NASA projects the U.S. won’t see another one for 20 years. Be there, without a shadow of a doubt!
Where to get glasses:
Make like Miley and get those shades on. Safety-tested solar eclipse glasses are crucial when watching even a partial eclipse (it’s never good for the eyes to look directly at the sun, obv), and there’s plenty of wallet-friendly ops to peruse a pair of shades—think spots such as Walmart and Lowe’s. Future’s so bright, we gotta wear shades!
Where to watch:
Whether you’re looking to celebrate with others or sightsee solo, the Triangle touts plenty of ops for spotting the spectacle. For primo viewing pleasure, find a spot with minimal light pollution (i.e. a park or the burbs). Or, feel over the moon amid community via a lineup of public watch parties on deck around Raleigh, including at NC State’s Witherspoon Student Center, Duraleigh Road Community Library and the Raleigh-Cary Jewish Community Center—all of which will be providing eclipse glasses on a first-come, first-serve basis.
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