write a story based on these statements by at least three organizations -- Caltech, the pasadena public library, and the planetary society -- about an eclipse on Saturday, Oct. 14, including instructions on how to watch and what resources to use: There will be a partial solar eclipse on Saturday and there are at least two watch parties that have been scheduled for people to safely observe it. one watch party at Caltech might be particularly informational for people to attend.

 in researching this, I discovered that the planetary Society, an important nonprofit in the area of space and exploration which is based right here in Pasadena on Green Street, also released an eclipse viewing map.  



Watch Parties Schedule for Saturday’s Partial Solar Eclipse as Local Nonprofit Releases Eclipse Viewing Map

WATCH PARTY ONE

An annular solar eclipse will pass over the American Southwest the morning of Saturday, October 14 2023. Here in Pasadena, we will see it as a partial solar eclipse, where the shadow of the moon will cover up to 71% of the Sun over the course of 2 hours. We will host a solar telescope viewing event at Cahill Astronomy and Astrophysics Building and the adjacent athletic fields. We'll have solar telescopes, eclipse glasses, two short presentations on solar science, and astrophysicists on hand to help everyone get the most out of this rare experience. Join us for this free event open to everyone (including children)!

Two 30-minute presentations entitled "Understanding Solar Eclipses and Solar Research at Caltech" will be given at 8:30AM and 9:30AM by Ivey Davis and Gabriel Muro.

Astronomers and volunteers will be present to guide you through the eclipse and answer questions about the Sun, eclipse, and astronomy. This is a free event open to everyone. No reservations are needed. Partial eclipse lasts ~2 hours, but come only as long as you want. For directions, parking, and more information, please visit: http://outreach.astro.caltech.edu.
For more information, please contact Cameron Hummels by email at <PRESIDIO_ANONYMIZED_EMAIL_ADDRESS> or visit Caltech Astronomy Outreach.

WATCH PARTY TWO
Organized by the Pasadena Public Library. Here’s what they said on X: “Join us for an early morning viewing party of the annular solar eclipse. Show up anytime during the program time to enjoy crafts, light refreshments, and watch the live stream of the eclipse on a big screen. Sign up here to attend: https://bit.ly/46BQ71h”

ALL ABOUT THE ECLIPSE:

there will be a solar eclipse visible in Los Angeles County on October 14, 20233. This will be an annular solar eclipse, also known as a "ring of fire" eclipse, where the moon is at or close to its farthest point from Earth and does not completely obscure the sun4. The eclipse will be visible in parts of North, Central, and South America, including the United States and Mexico12. In Los Angeles, the eclipse will be observed as a partial solar eclipse, with the maximum magnitude of 0.781 occurring at 9:24 am local time3. The eclipse will begin at 8:07 am, reach its maximum at 9:24 am, and end at 10:50 am, with a total duration of 2 hours and 42 minutes3.

An annular solar eclipse is a type of solar eclipse that occurs when the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth, but it is at or near its farthest point from Earth. During an annular eclipse, the Moon covers the Sun's center, leaving the Sun's visible outer edges to form a "ring of fire" or annulus around the Moon2. The name "annular" comes from the Latin word for ring, "annulus"2.
Annular solar eclipses are different from total solar eclipses, where the Moon completely covers the Sun, and partial solar eclipses, where only a portion of the Sun is obscured3. The occurrence of an annular eclipse depends on the distance between the Sun, Earth, and Moon, as Earth travels in an elliptical orbit around the Sun, and the Moon travels in an elliptical orbit around Earth3.
During an annular eclipse, the Moon's smaller apparent size makes the eclipse longer in duration compared to a total eclipse5. However, the time that the eclipse is truly annular (annularity) is short, usually lasting just a few minutes5. The rest of the eclipse, before and after annularity, is considered a partial eclipse5.
MAP PORTION OF the STORY:

In anticipation of two forthcoming eclipses, The Planetary Society, the world’s largest independent space interest organization, has teamed up with The Eclipse Company to release a beautiful, user-friendly eclipse map designed to help the public locate an optimal viewing spot for the upcoming annular eclipse on Oct 14, 2023, and the highly-anticipated total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, which will be the last one to visit North America for twenty years.
The eclipse map does more than pinpoint a location. It’s the only map available online that integrates details about cloud cover, light pollution, eclipse duration, and eclipse phenomena alongside information about viewing locations from local parks and events, as well as lodging options. Having this all in one place makes for an interactive map that is highly empathetic to people trying to find an optimal viewing location in the path of totality. The map also includes educational information from The Planetary Society to ensure enthusiasts feel informed and inspired as they prepare for the event.
The collaboration stems from the shared desire of both organizations to help as many people as possible experience the upcoming solar eclipses, particularly from within the mesmerizing paths of totality and annularity. This is where one will experience the most “phenomena” of an eclipse: the Sun’s corona will be viewable, Baily’s beads will appear along the Moon’s limb, confused insects will start making their twilight noises, and more. The map shows which phenomena can be found in each location.
“After seeing the 2017 eclipse, I was shocked to discover how many people lived near the path of totality but didn’t make the extra effort to experience it fully,” Jesse Tomlinson, co-founder of The Eclipse Company said. “We designed this tool specifically to inspire folks to get in the path — it is a transformative experience not to be missed.”
Organizations and communities hosting viewing events are encouraged to add their event to the map at planet.ly/eclipseevents.
“This will be the first time preparing for an eclipse for a lot of people,” Planetary Society CEO Bill Nye said, “Working with The Eclipse Company, we’re able to give the public a tool to help make their eclipse experience extraordinary. Check it out.”
The map and a complete eclipse guide are available at planetary.org/eclipse and theeclipse.company.