Eclipse Programs in St. Joseph County (IN) Libraries
Observers in northern Indiana will see over 95% of the sun obscured at mid-eclipse. Whether you are staying where the eclipse is partial or traveling to totality, you can prepare for the spectacle at St. Joseph County Public Library (SJCPL) branches.
Six eclipse programs are scheduled at SJCPL branches thus far:
The Solar Eclipse Spectacle - Presented by the Michiana Astronomical Society
Prepare for one of nature’s greatest spectacles. Discover what to expect and how to witness the solar eclipse safely. Totality is the sight of a lifetime! Recommended for ages 8 - 12.
Tuesday, March 19: 4:00pm - 5:00pm River Park Branch - River Park Meeting Room https://sjcpl.libnet.info/event/10025775
Wednesday, March 20: 4:00pm - 5:00pm Centre Township Branch - The Alligator Room https://sjcpl.libnet.info/event/10025745
Thursday, March 21: 4:00pm - 5:00pm North Liberty Branch - North Liberty Meeting Room https://sjcpl.libnet.info/event/10025783
What if the Sun Doesn’t Come Back? - Presented by the University of Notre Dame
Wednesday, March 27: 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Community Learning Center - Leighton Auditorium
Dr. Philip J. Sakimoto, Professor of the Practice in Physics and Astronomy at the University of Notre Dame, will share what to expect and what to look for during the April 8 solar eclipse. All ages.
Eclipses in Outer Space - Our Universe Revealed Series
Tuesday, April 02: 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Community Learning Center - Leighton Auditorium,Auditorium Lobby
One way to find planets around other stars in the universe is the eclipse transit method. Learn how Dr. Lauren Weiss uses observational techniques to discover exoplanets. Age group: Adults.
Great North American Eclipse Celebration
Monday, April 08: 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Community Learning Center - Richard Pfeil Family Courtyard,Leighton Auditorium,Auditorium Lobby
Watch the Great North American Eclipse from Main Library's courtyard. Enjoy yard games, music, crafts—and the eclipse, of course! All ages.
Check the SJCPL events calendar at https://sjcpl.libnet.info/events?r=nextmonth for any updates. Meanwhile, SJCPL library materials related to eclipses are online here.
