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Solar Eclipse Viewing

In-Person Program

2024-04-08 10:00:00 2024-04-08 12:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Solar Eclipse Viewing Meet outside the library for a partial view of the solar eclipse that will cross parts of Mexico, the United States, and Canada on April 8, 2024. For all ages. Chet Holifield Library -

Monday, April 08
10:00am - 12:00pm

Meet outside the library for a partial view of the solar eclipse that will cross parts of Mexico, the United States, and Canada on April 8, 2024. For all ages.

A total solar eclipse happens when the moon passes between the sun and earth at such an angle that the moon completely covers the sun and blocks out its light.

Special protective glasses will be provided to view the eclipse without damaging your eyes. Also, children can participate in an eclipse-themed art activity and learn about the phenomenon with a wide array of books and items to check out. 

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | STEAM |

TAGS: | National Library Week |

Chet Holifield Library

Phone: 323.728.0421

Hours
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Mon, Sep 28 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Sep 29 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Sep 30 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Thu, Oct 01 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Oct 02 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Oct 03 Closed
Sun, Oct 04 Closed

About the branch

The library was established in February of 1969 in honor of Congressman Chet Holifield, 19th District (served 1943-1974). The library primarily serves the residents of south Montebello. In January 2011, the library reopened after a year-long refurbishment project.

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Tue, Sep 29, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
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Thu, Oct 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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Tue, Oct 06, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
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Thu, Oct 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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Tue, Oct 13, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Thu, Oct 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Whether you like historical fiction, sci-fi, romance, or memoirs, this book club reads it all. This month, join us for a discussion of Parable of the Sower by Octavia Butler. Pick up a copy at the information desk today! For adults

Tue, Oct 20, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Mon, Oct 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
To celebrate Teen Read Month, explore why books are banned and create a poster informing your peers about the dangers of censorship. For teens ages 13 - 17

Tue, Oct 27, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.