{"id":74800,"date":"2024-03-08T10:39:53","date_gmt":"2024-03-08T15:39:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sutton.ca\/staging\/?p=74800"},"modified":"2024-03-11T14:17:31","modified_gmt":"2024-03-11T18:17:31","slug":"solar-eclipse-a-unique-phenomenon-on-april-8-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sutton.ca\/staging\/en\/solar-eclipse-a-unique-phenomenon-on-april-8-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"Solar Eclipse: A Unique Phenomenon on April 8, 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

On April 8, our beautiful Brome-Missisquoi region will have the immense privilege of being one of the best places in Quebec to observe the solar eclipse. An exceptional astronomical event not to be missed, since the next eclipse will take place in 2106! Here’s everything you need to know to make the most of this unique experience.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Where to Watch the Eclipse in Sutton?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The eclipse will be visible in Sutton starting at 2:15 PM when the moon begins to obscure the sun. The total eclipse is expected around 3:22 PM, lasting approximately three and a half minutes, during which we’ll be in the shadow of the moon, experiencing darkness and a slight drop in temperature. The phenomenon will conclude around 4:37 PM. To observe the eclipse effectively, it’s essential to be at locations with a clear view of the sky. Even if the sky is cloudy, you can still experience the descending night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/i> Au Diable Vert offers a presentation at its Observ\u00e9toile planetarium. Observation glasses and the presentation are included in the accommodation package. For day visitors, tickets are $25, including glasses and park access. Admission is $10 for the presentation and $10 for parking. Tickets can be purchased at www.audiablevert.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/i> Mont Sutton<\/a> provides privileged viewpoints for observing the eclipse. A projection of the Astrolab<\/a> program will be offered at the Bar Le Tucker, and an educator will be on-site to answer questions about eclipses. Glasses will be available for purchase. More information is available on the Mont Sutton website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/i> Tourisme Cantons-de-l\u2019Est provides a wealth of practical information about the upcoming eclipse and where to observe it in the region: Solar Eclipse 2024 \u2013 When the Stars Align in the Eastern Townships!<\/a> (in French)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Children’s activity organized by the Sutton Municipal and School Library<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

On Sunday,April 7, the day before the solar eclipse, the Recretion and Community life and Culture departement is offering a fun activity for children aged 8 to 12: a mini-rocket crafting workshop from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the library. <\/p>\n\n\n

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