A rare astronomical phenomenon is coming on Monday, August 21st, and the Ridgefield Library and Parks and Recreation Department invite you to be part of it! Join us for a viewing of the first total eclipse of the sun viewable in the continental United States in 40 years.
The day will start with a drop-in storytime with an astronomical theme at the Library at 10:30 AM for children ages 3 and up and will continue from 1:00 – 4:00 PM in Ballard Park with educational presentations, crafts, games, music with a DJ, a solar system scavenger hunt and viewing of the eclipse with special safe viewing glasses provided by the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation and the Space Science Institute.
Throughout the day, you can visit the Library right across the street to view footage on a big screen of the eclipse as it travels across the country and to enjoy displays and activities.
While only part of the country will experience a total blackout, the NYC metro region, including Western Connecticut, is expected to reach its peak eclipse coverage (around 75%) at app. 2:45 PM.
Activities are open to all ages, and family participation is encouraged! Bring a blanket and lunch and enjoy one last lazy summer afternoon before school starts.
No registration – just report to the gazebo in Ballard Park starting at 1:00 PM to receive your free glasses and instruction on safe viewing. While viewing may be obscured in the event of overcast or rainy weather, alternative activities will take place at the Library rain or shine. The next total solar eclipse over the continental US won’t take place until 2024, so don’t miss this chance!
Call 203-438-2282 x11009 with questions, or visit www.ridgefieldlibrary.org for details.