(See also. .). all quiet on the Potomac A period of peace during a war; any time marked by the absence of fighting or quarreling. This expression (now used ironically or humorously) is generally thought to have originated and gained currency during the Civil War.. a state of harmony between people or groups; freedom from strife. 5. law and order within a state; absence of violence or other disturbance: a breach of the peace.
Fri., Aug. 18 â Mon., Aug. 21. On August 21, 2017 Columbia, SC will be one of the best places to witness the Solar Eclipse of 2017. The South Carolina State Museum will be hosting a weekend-long celebration of eclipse activities, exhibitions and shows all leading up to solar eclipse totality which occurs at 2:41pm on Mon., Aug. 21.
Total Solar Eclipse August 2017 in Western NC. Don't miss experiencing a rare total solar eclipse in western North Carolina near Asheville on Monday, August 21, 2017. Jackson County, Swain County and Graham County - all located about 50-70 miles west of Asheville - are some of the few areas in country where you can experience the extremely rare celestial phenomenon of a total solar eclipse.