Ocean County Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari and Ocean County Library Director Susan Quinn check out the “Eclipse Shades” that were distributed by the Ocean County Library. (Photo: Ocean County)
A number of Ocean County Library system branches will host events where attendees can safely view Monday’s solar eclipse.
The libraries will provide “eclipse shades” and present a family-oriented program to learn more about the eclipse and view it safely. Library solar eclipse programs that are still accepting registration are:
- Island Heights Branch, 121 Central Ave., 732-270-6266, 1:30 p.m. Monday, Aug 21 Watch the partial solar eclipse and play themed games. This is a children’s program that will be held at the Island Heights Pavilion.
- Toms River Branch, 101 Washington St., 732-349-6200, 10:30 a.m. Monday, Aug 21 for a children’s craft as we prepare for the partial solar eclipse.
- Little Egg Harbor Branch, 290 Mathistown Road, 609-294-1197, 2:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 21. Get a free pair of glasses and watch the solar eclipse. There will be snacks and games. This is a Teen Program.
The programs are free and open to the public but registration is required. Eclipse shades are available for registered program participants.
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An adult 18 or older must sign for the glasses. To register call the branch or visit https://tinyurl.com/SolarEclipseOCL
