The Lake Erie Crushers announced Dec. 18 that it will host a solar eclipse watch party April 8 at the ballpark 2009 Baseball Blvd. in Avon, according to a news release.
The event will feature live entertainment, interactive exhibits and activities for youngsters and adults who come out to watch the historic full solar eclipse, the release said.
“We hear the term once-in-a-lifetime in all sorts of marketing, well this truly is a once-in-a lifetime event for residents of northern Ohio,” said Crushers co-owner Tom Kramig in the release. “We’re gearing this event toward Cleveland’s west-side families with lots of entertainment and activities for kids who will be out of school this day.”
On April 8, 2024, the moon will pass between the sun and earth, providing a rare opportunity for those in the path of the moon’s shadow to see a total solar eclipse, including the sun’s outer atmosphere, or corona, the release said.
This will be the only time between now and 2044 that a total solar eclipse will be visible in the United States, the release said.
The Crushers’ interactive “watch party” will give families the ultimate viewing experience with the ability to view the event from the field, according to the release.
Channel 19 will broadcast live from the ballpark as part of its “Lights Out in the Land” coverage, the release said.
National touring group, Fusion Live, will present live entertainment and STEAM-related activities, according to the release.
Free protective glasses also will be provided courtesy of North Coast Eye Care and an entry-to-win opportunity, the release said.
Lorain Public Library System will be involved as well as Lorain County Community College, according to the release.
Tickets are available for advance purchase for $15 to $20 on the Crushers’ website, the release said.
