The Great American Solar Eclipse Viewing Party 2017
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Time: August 21, 2017 from 10am to 3pm
Location: Milton Lee Olive III Park - Lake Shore Drive at Ohio St.
Street: 500 N. Lake Shore Drive, at Ohio St.
City/Town: Chicago, Il. 60611
Event Type: fun, sociable, enjoyable, educational, sensational!, .
Organized By: Tom A.K. - CL Bicycle Astronomy Group
Latest Activity: Aug 21, 2017
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The Great American Solar Eclipse Viewing Party 2017 Celebration.
Monday August 21, 2017. Gather at Polish Triangle (Division and Milwaukee Ave.), 10am. Departure ~10:30am for ride to Milton Lee Olive III Park arrival ~11:00am. Route: Division east to LFT - Olive Pk. Perhaps it may be best for all to head in to Olive Park at their own pace. We will be in north east break water area (partial tree-shaded area) with a south view of the transit of the eclipse.
The actual occurrence of the solar eclipse in Chicago begins at 11:54am CDT with the peak maximum eclipse coverage of 87% occurring at 1:19pm. The moon exits the sun's face at 2:42pm.
"This is not a geeky science event. This is a human event. You do not need to be an Astronomer to enjoy The Great American Eclipse 2017." Theo Wellington NASA.
This is a Bicycle Astronomy Group Event open to all Chainlink members. Please use your bike to attend this event. Bring along a picnic style luncheon with refreshments. Eclipse viewing glasses are recommended and may be available. Pin - point projection devices also may be available. Check the Bicycle Astronomy Group site on The Chainlink for info and updates. See you there !
Clear skys would be ideal for this event but don't let the weather psych you out. It can still be amazing! . . .
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Comment by Tom A.K. on August 21, 2017 at 9:32am
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Crossing our fingers for a sensational solar eclipse! Wherever you are in about an hour get yourself outside and view this once in a lifetime opportunity. ENJOY ! . . .
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? Where can I get free solar eclipse glasses ?
http://www.adlerplanetarium.org/faq/can-get-solar-eclipse-glasses/
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Picture of Milton Lee Olive III Park. Our viewing party location. Aaron Kiley photo credit.
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http://www.thechainlink.org/group/bicycle-astronomy/forum/topics/th...
Just a reference to the discussion topic on the Bicycle Astronomy Group site. If you're interested, please join our group. All Chainlink members are welcomed to attend this spectacular event !
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