Eclipse Encounter: Embracing the Darkness

Monday, April 8 marked an out-of-this-world occasion – a total solar eclipse crossed over the United States, Canada, and Mexico. To celebrate this cosmic event, we hosted a viewing party for tenants that included space-themed trivia and treats.

The event, Eclipse Encounter: Embracing the Darkness, provided members of the Bridgeside and 700 Technology Drive communities to take a midday break and come together to experience something stellar on the fifth floor balcony of Bridgeside. 

Donned with speciality glasses, attendees listened to an eclipse-centered playlist while enjoying Sunkist, SunnyD, Sun Chips, MilkyWays, Space Dunk Oreos, and Moon Pies. Community members also participated in some themed trivia while waiting to witness the 97 percent solar eclipse.  

1. How long does the average Solar Eclipse last?

a) 02m 40s

b) 03m 30s*

c) 04m 20s

d) 06 seconds

2. A Solar Eclipse happens with the ____ blocks the ____.

a) Earth blocks the Sun

b) Sun blocks the Moon

c) Moon blocks the Earth

d) Moon blocks the Sun*

3. What is the best way to look at a Solar Eclipse?

a) Stare directly at it

b) Look at it using dark sunglasses

c) Look at is using sunglasses and quickly look away

d) Use a pinhole camera and look at its image*

4. A Solar Eclipse can happen during a _____ Moon.

a) Full

b) Quarter

c) New*

d) Gibbous

5. During a Solar Eclipse, do temperatures become colder or warmer?

a) They become extremely hot

b) They cool down considerably*

As communities focused on sparking connections and collaboration amongst one another, it was exciting to see people come together for a unique collective experience.