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Solar-bration: Solar Eclipse Viewing Party at Whalon Lake in Naperville

April 08 @ 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

Photo credit: iStock/pitris

Location

Whalon Lake

Royce Road, west of Route 53/Bolingbrook Drive

Naperville, IL

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Description

Come out to the grassy area of Whalon Lake to view this incredible solar event. Bring chairs or blankets. The first 50 attendees will receive free viewing glasses to safely view the event. There will also be a campfire.

Event cost: Free

Event time: 1:30-2:30 p.m. April 8, 2024

Additional Information

Contact Phone: 815-722-4121

Website: https://www.reconnectwithnature.org/news-events/event-calendar/solar-eclipse-viewing-party-whalon-lake/

Age recommendation: Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Preschool, Teens, Toddlers, Tweens

Neighborhood: Western Suburbs

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