On August 21, 2017, there's going to be a total solar eclipse this year in a band across the centre of the United States.

It will occur between South Carolina and Oregon. If you live north or south of that line, it will be partial.

Might be possible to enhance one's mer-story for the kids ("My fins first appeared when I was out in the water and the moon and the sun aligned" )

More info. here: http://www.space.com/35171-great-ame...g-in-2017.html