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How to View Solar Eclipses without Eclipse Glasses

Entry Date: Aug 9, 2026

Published Under: Scott MacNeill's Columns

Before most notable solar events, a last minute cram to gear up for the event usually happens as the media starts to hype up the last few days before the event. Solar eclipses can bring partial eclipse or total eclipse views to specific location... more
Celebration of Space - August 7, 2026

Entry Date: Aug 7, 2026

Published Under: Scott MacNeill's Columns

This coming Wednesday, August 12, 2026, a fabulous partial solar eclipse will occur over the Northeast US. Over Frosty Drew, the eclipse will max out at 13.48% of the Sun eclipsed by the Moon. Though not as spectacular as the solar eclipse in 2024, 202... more
Celebration of Space - July 31, 2026

Entry Date: Jul 31, 2026

Published Under: Scott MacNeill's Columns

On Wednesday, August 12, 2026 a total solar eclipse will occur over parts of Greenland, Iceland, and Spain. In Southern New England we will experience a partial solar eclipse. This is a fantastic opportunity to witness a stunning natural event that occ... more
Safely Observe The Solar Eclipse

Entry Date: Jul 30, 2026

Published Under: Scott MacNeill's Columns

In the United States, solar eclipses do not happen as frequently as they do around the world, and Americans get super hyped about the prospect of viewing the Moon pass in front of the Sun. Though viewing a solar eclipse will be quite memorable, safety ... more