The city’s three public library systems are today distributing free glasses specially designed to safely view the solar eclipse.
The solar eclipse will occur on April 8.
Looking directly at the eclipse without protective glasses can damage your eyes. The glasses will be available at the city’s 217 public library branches.
They will be delivered on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last at all Brooklyn Public Library, Queens Public Library, and New York Public Library locations (which includes The Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island).
The glasses giveaway is part of a partnership between the libraries and the National Esports Association (NEA). The NEA launched a “Look up!” campaign. Public safety campaign to encourage New Yorkers to safely view the total solar eclipse on Monday, April 8, 2024.
“As we eagerly anticipate the next eclipse, it is crucial to prioritize safety during this extraordinary celestial event. We hope this is a moment of shared awe and safety for everyone,” said NEA President Lori Bajorek.
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