Reno, NV – GRAND SIERRA RESORT – The Total Package…

GRAND SIERRA RESORT

www.grandsierraresort.com

Why You’ll Love It

• Dizzying list of amenities
• Restaurants, bars, and entertainment all on site
• Grand Sierra Adventure Desk plans your ideal outing

Good luck finding a more complete destination than the Grand Sierra Resort. Pumping nightlife, first-class entertainment, premier restaurants—the Grand Sierra isn’t just a hotel; it’s an experience.

As if all this weren’t enough, the Grand Sierra has cooked up a special package to take the hassle out of vacation planning. Savor Italian flavors at Briscola or chow down on a hearty steak at Charlie Palmer’s. Then head to the on-site theatre to be dazzled by Viva Le Cirque’s blend of humor and acrobatics. This imaginative spectacular, held on the world’s largest indoor stage, stars some of today’s best cirque artists for an out-of-this-world theatrical romp.

Recover from your busy night with a day spent lounging in a poolside cabana. Or floating down the Truckee River. Whatever you choose, Grand Sierra Resort serves it on a silver platter.

– Laura, Bloomspot Staff Writer

2500 E 2nd St
Reno, NV 85902
(800) 501-2651
www.grandsierraresort.com

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING

3.5 stars and 514 reviews on Yelp

“One of best hotels in Reno, hands down!”

Yelp Reviewer Jonathan L., San Francisco, CA, 2/12/12
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“The facility itself is huge. There is an outdoor driving range … a full size bowling alley, movie theater and tons of other stuff!”

Yelp Reviewer Emmy G., Concord, CA, 11/28/11
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“Crazy beautiful inside! I mean gorgeous digs, everything about this place screams class.”

Yelp Reviewer Constance D., San Leandro, CA, 8/31/11
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“We have been to the GSR maybe 4 times now and each time we find different things to do and still have things left to try out.”

Yelp Reviewer Kristina F., Sacramento, CA, 8/17/11
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FEATURED AMENITIES

BOWLING ALLEY

HEALTH CLUB

MINIATURE GOLF

POOL

1,800-SEAT GRAND THEATRE

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• Valid for stays from June 20–22, 24, 27, 28, 30 and July 1, 3–8, 10–14, 2012 only.
• May purchase multiples to reserve consecutive dates.
• Must redeem in one visit; no cash or credit back.
• 13% tax will be collected upon Bloomspot checkout.
• Cannot be used with other offers or existing reservations.
• Refunds allowed until 11:59PM PDT on June 13, 2012. All sales are final after this date.

How to Photograph a Lunar Eclipse… By Fred Espenak…

By Fred Espenak

A lunar eclipse occurs whenever the moon passes through the Earth’s dark shadow, which can only happen during a full moon. There are two or more lunar eclipses a year.

Types of Lunar Eclipses

Penumbral Lunar Eclipse. This occurs when the moon passes through the Earth’s penumbral shadow. These eclipses are subtle and hard to observe.

Partial Lunar Eclipse. This occurs when a portion of the moon passes through the Earth’s umbral shadow. These eclipses are easy to see with the unaided eye.

Total Lunar Eclipse. This occurs when the entire moon passes through the Earth’s umbral shadow. During the total phase (totality), the moon turns a vibrant red color. These are easy to see as well, with the unaided eye.

A lunar eclipse begins as a small notch slowly appears along one edge of the moon. During the next hour, the moon gradually dips deeper into Earth’s dark umbral shadow. If the eclipse is a total one, the last remaining minutes of the partial phases can be quite dramatic. The crescent of the moon grows thinner as darkness propagates through a night sky now deprived of moonlight. If you’re away from city lights, the Milky Way becomes bright and beautiful as the total phase begins.

No matter what kind of camera you own, there are a variety of techniques that you can use to photograph a lunar eclipse: wide-angle, telephoto, multiple exposure and star trail. While you can also use film cameras to photograph eclipses, this article specifically discusses digital camera use…

© Fred Espenak

The moon was photographed every five min. during the total lunar eclipse of Jan. 20-21, 2000, Dunkirk, MD. Nikon N70 SLR and AstroPhysics…Read More

Published on May 21, 2012 by mrcorypoole

Still pictures can be downloaded at http://www.corypoole.com
Become a fan at http://www.facebook.com/CoryPoolePhotography to be notified of new photos when they become available.

700 pictures through a Coronado Solar Max 60 Double Stack telescope were used to make this video. The Telescope has a very narrow bandpass allowing you to see the chromosphere and not the much brighter photosphere below it. The music was composed in Abelton Live.

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Science & Technology

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Standard YouTube License

© Fred Espenak

Oct. 28, 2004 total lunar eclipse, widely visible from the USA. Composite of images captures the Moon at the beginning (r.), middle (c.) and end (l.) of totality. Nikon D100, 4 sec. at f/12, using an AstroPhysics 105 EDT Refractor (4″ F/6) and AP 2X Barlow for a focal length of 1200mm.

© Fred Espenak

July 16, 2000 total lunar eclipse, Maui, HI. Nikon 8008 SLR and 35mm NIKKOR lens in multiple exposure mode to capture the entire eclipse on one frame of Kodak Royal Gold 100 film. Basic exposure of 1/125 sec. at f/5.6 was increased to 1/8 sec. within 15 min. of totality, then set to 4 sec. throughout totality. A second metered exposure captures morning twilight and silhouetted palm trees.

© Fred Espenak

Star trail during the total lunar eclipse, Jan. 21, 2000. Nikon 8008 SLR, 50mm NIKKOR, f/16 opened to f/5.6 during totality, for a total exposure time of 2 hrs. and 30 min. on Kodak Royal Gold 400 film. The narrow lines that parallel the Moon’s path are images of bright stars.

© Fred Espenak

Jan. 21, 2000 total Lunar Eclipse, Dunkirk, MD. Nikon N70 SLR on an AstroPhysics 130 EDF +, f/12, Kodak Royal Gold 100 and 400 films. The moon was photographed at five min. intervals throughout the eclipse. You can see every stage of the eclipse from start to finish. Individual images scanned, composite created using Adobe Photoshop.

Annandale, VA -GOOD DAY TOTAL HEALTH CLINIC – East + West = Best…

GOOD DAY TOTAL HEALTH CLINIC

www.gooddayclinic.net

Why You’ll Love It

• Eastern and Western approaches to complete wellness
• Relax in the ultra-welcoming, spa-like space
• State-of-the-art FotoFacial raved about by Allure, InStyle, and Vogue

When East meets West in just the right way, something amazing happens. And with the Eastern wellness techniques and Western medspa technology at Good Day Total Health Clinic, we’re seeing irresistable results after each visit.

From bamboo-ringed pools to dark hardwood and tile floors, each step past the doors has you feeling more relaxed—and the true pampering has yet to even begin. You’ll notice that while the customer service is old-fashioned in its sincerity, the technology is anything but.

FotoFacials gently break down discoloration and revitalize your skin’s appearance, while state-of-the-art laser hair removal keeps you fuzz-free from head to toe. And if you’re in the mood for a traditional stress-buster, we recommend an acupuncture and acupressure treatment. Initiate tension-melting state of sheer bliss in 3…2…1…

– Blaise, Bloomspot Staff Writer

4215 Evergreen Ln
Annandale, VA 22003
Between Columbia Pike & Little River Turnpike
(703) 914-4663
www.gooddayclinic.net

• Valid May 9–November 7, 2012 only.
• Not valid for pregnant women.
• Must be 18 or older to attend. Valid photo ID required.
• No cash or credit back.
• Cannot be used with other offers.
• Refunds allowed up to 24 hours after close of Bloomspot sale.