Giveaways: April 6–7, 2024
Safely catch a glimpse of the partial solar eclipse over San Jose with a free pair of viewing glasses! San José Public Library will give away a limited number of eclipse viewing glasses during the weekend before eclipse.
On April 8, 2024, starting at 11:07 AM, a solar eclipse will pass through North America. Although San Jose isn't in the direct path to view this eclipse in totality, you'll still enjoy about 35% of the eclipse's breathtaking spectacle—provided you have the right protection for your eyes.
How to Get Your Eclipse Viewing Glasses
- When? Pick up your free glasses on Saturday, April 6, or Sunday, April 7, 2024—just in time for the eclipse.
- Where? Available at all SJPL branches during our regular library operating hours.
- Where? Available at all SJPL branches.
- Availability? First come, first served—no reservations or appointments needed. Limit is one pair per person to ensure broad community access.
- Safety & Celebration: We’re providing these glasses to help everyone view the eclipse safely, celebrating this celestial event as a community.
For more details on the eclipse and how to safely enjoy it, visit NASA’s website.
More Ways to Celebrate
We have a couple of solar eclipse events to share with you, and you can also celebrate by learning more about solar eclipses with our eResources and select book titles.
Events
- Family Storytime Solar Eclipse: April 2–6, at select locations
- Eclipses for Kids: April 7, 1:00–2:00 PM, at Educational Park Branch
eResources
- Learn more about solar eclipses (free access with your library card, including Student & Educator cards):
- Build an Eclipse: An Earth Science Journaling Activity — Available through Scholastic Teachables.
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