Not just cool, space cool

It won't happen again until 2117, over 100 years from now so Tuesday afternoon, when Venus transits the sun, you might just want to catch a glimpse. The last time Venus passed (or transit) in front of the sun Johnny got up right early back in Ypsilanti, popped the solar filter on his 6" reflector telescope and enjoyed coffee and an amazing view of something really cool.

But Johnny, I don't have a any telescope let alone a solar filter, how can I watch Venus pass in front of the sun? Good question Lil Copernicus, here's how. You can tune into NASA or visit the William D. McDowell Observatory in Lyndhurst beginning at 5:30 pm on Tuesday for a viewing party.

This will look really cool so make sure the kids get a look too. Don't stare right at the sun, you won't see it and if you stare long enough you won't see a lot of things going forward.