The 'All-American' Eclipse of the Sun This August

May 24, 2017
Andrew Fraknoi (Foothill College)
On August 21, 2017, there will be a rare eclipse of the Sun visible throughout the U.S. and North America. People in a narrow path from Oregon to South Carolina will see a spectacular total eclipse, while everyone else will see a nice partial eclipse. Fraknoi describes how eclipses work, why they are one of nature’s most spectacular sights, and exactly when and where the eclipse of 2017 will be best visible. He also provides practical tips for how to observe the eclipse and the Sun safely.

[jimkelley]

Excellent presentation by Dr Fraknoi. I have watched many other presentation by him - all easy to find on YouTube. We are lucky to have him in our midst.

[ardyfalaki]

Andy has done so much for education and the community, and this was a great opportunity to see what a gentle and humble person he is. I hope we see more of him and am happy he will continue hosting these lectures. I wish him the best retirement. Thank you, Andy!

[keybutnolock]

Superduper..., nice one Andrew ! + Thanks.

[JustOneAsbesto]

I don't suppose we'll be lucky enough that the ISS is passing UNDERNEATH the moon during the eclipse, so the astronauts can take pictures of the Earth from inside the shadow...