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City of Alexandria hosting eclipse viewing party in Old Town

Partial solar eclipse (photo via Geronimo Giqueaux/Unsplash)

On Monday, April 8, Alexandria Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities is hosting a gathering to watch the partial solar eclipse.

The viewing party is scheduled for 3-3:45 p.m. at the Old Town Pool (1609 Cameron Street).  The event will include eclipse glasses to view the event safely, along with arts and crafts for the family.

“There will be a partial solar eclipse visible in Alexandria on April 8,” the event listing said. “You will be able to see the shadow of the moon cross in front of the sun. Join us at the Old Town Pool picnic area to learn about why the fascinating phenomenon happens and get eclipse glasses, so you can look safely.”

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  • Vernon Miles is the ALXnow cofounder and editor. He's covered Alexandria since 2014 and has been with Local News Now since 2018. When he's not reporting, he can usually be found playing video games or Dungeons and Dragons with friends.