Not traveling to see the big solar eclipse? Here's how to enjoy it in Southwest Michigan.
1. Best Time To See The Eclipse: According to NASA, Kalamazoo will be able to see the most coverage at about 2:23 p.m. The eclipse will start at about 1 p.m. and end around 3:44 p.m.
2. Where To Find Eclipse Parties: Kalamazoo Valley Museum Planetarium, Kazoo Books, and the Kalamazoo Public Library
3. Live Streams Of The Eclipse: M-Live put together this handy list.
4. Places That No Longer Have Eclipse Glasses: Because glasses are going fast, it's easier for us to tell you who's out of them rather than who has them. These places are out: Kalamazoo Public Library, Portage District Library, Lowes, Norman Camera, HobbyTown, Hobby Lobby, Meijer, Walmart, Five Below, Target, Harbor Freight. E-mail us if you know of a location we should add to this list.
5. DIY Eclipse Viewers: Can't find eclipse glasses in time? This handy video on DIY viewers is courtesy of NPR. If you don't have glasses or a viewer, watch one of the live streams or the ground. Do not look at the sun without eclipse-approved eye protection at any time as it can cause permanent damage to your eyesight.
http://youtu.be/ATz09bOeNP0
