Rockland County Executive Ed Day & Division of Environmental Resources (DER) Coordinator Kevin McGuinness invite the public to attend a Solar Eclipse Viewing event at Haverstraw Bay Park.

A solar eclipse is when the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth, obscuring the view of sun totally or partially. On Monday April 8th a total solar eclipse will cross North America and New York is one of nearly a dozen states situated within the path to view the “Great American Eclipse,” reaching totality at approximately 3:15 p.m.

Weather permitting, the public is encouraged to watch the Great American Eclipse from Haverstraw Bay Park along with park staff who will be on hand to answer questions and provide free viewing glasses to those who need them. Residents are encouraged to attend and bring blankets and chairs to view the eclipse.

WHEN:  2:30 – 4 p.m., Monday April 8^th. 

WHERE: Haverstraw Bay Park, 21 Gagan Road, Haverstraw NY

Guests are encouraged to bring blankets & chairs, weather permitting.