Sunday, May 13, 2012

May 20th Solar Eclipse and June 5th Transit of Venus-once in a lifetime event!

Solar Eclipse on May 20th, 2012:
We will experience an annular (ring) eclipse on May 20, 2012 from approximately
5:30 pm until sunset. Watch this video to find out more: solar eclipse video
Here is an animation of what you'll see that day: solar eclipse animation

View the Solar Eclipse at Griffith Observatory: Griffith Observatory Solar Eclipse

Transit of Venus on June 5, 2012:
From approximately 3pm until sunset, Venus will move across the face of the Sun.
Here is a video with more info about the event: Transit of Venus
Watch this once-in-lifetime event live at this site: http://www.ccssc.org/transit2012.html

Do NOT stare directly at the sun!

You can order solar safety glasses here: http://www.rainbowsymphonystore.com/eclipseshades.html

You can buy the glasses directly at the Rainbow Symphony store in Reseda:
6860 Canby Ave. Suite 120
Reseda, California 91335
Hours (PST/PDT):
Monday - Friday: 8 am-5:00 pm
Phone: (818) 708-8400
Fax: (818) 708-8470