On Tuesday between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. we had taken 75 calls at The Library from people looking for solar eclipse viewing glasses. We ran out of them on Monday, but we want to help all of you to have a safe, fun, and epic #SolarEclipse2017.

Over the past couple of months, we distributed 2,000 glasses and hosted three educational programs featuring presentations by astronomers from the Spokane Astronomical Society. Our witty and talented blogger, Brenden Bobby, published an awesome blog post on our website with his usual scienti-funny writing style. We also published a couple of newspaper articles.

Do you have plans to view the eclipse on Monday, Aug. 21? Plan for a black-out at about 10:15 a.m. that will last around 15 minutes.

We will not see totality here in Bonner County; only about 88 percent of the sun will be eclipsed. Although that is enough to block out much of the sun, we are warned not to look directly at it without eclipse glasses. Think dry leaf and magnifying glass.

If you are unable to get glasses before the big day, do not despair. NASA suggests this and other handy alternatives on their website, eclipse2017.nasa.gov:

“Cross the outstretched, slightly open fingers of one hand over the outstretched, slightly open fingers of the other, creating a waffle pattern. With your back to the sun, look at your hands’ shadow on the ground.

“The little spaces between your fingers will project a grid of small images on the ground, showing the sun as a crescent during the partial phases of the eclipse.”

VisitIdaho.org also has some great resources for getting the most out of your eclipse viewing experience, from Idaho viewing schedules to tips for planning ahead. I was surprised to learn how the event may impact us here, even though we don’t expect the influx of tourist traffic anticipated by those in Eastern Idaho where the path of totality passes through.

There are a couple of eclipse viewing events happening in our area, such as the Schweitzer Mountain event and the Lake Pend Oreille Cruise. Wherever you decide to view the eclipse, please ensure that you and yours stay safe by being informed.

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All of the following classes and events take place at the Sandpoint Branch Library, 1407 Cedar, unless otherwise indicated.

- Saturday, Aug. 19 — Computer class: on Microsoft Word basics, 8:15 a.m. sharp. Learn at The Library. This beginner-level class will teach you how to use the tools offered by Microsoft Word to create a simple document. Preregistration required: 263-6930.

- Tuesday, Aug. 22 — Storytimes; Mother Goose & Preschool. Canceled for the month of August. Will pick back up on Sept. 5 at Creations though December.

- Tuesday, Aug. 22 — Make It at The Library. Canceled for summer. For information contact Morgan, 263-6930 ext. 1245 or morgan@ebonnerlibrary.org.

- Tuesday, Aug. 22 — 3D Printing Workshop. 5 pm. Learn at The Library. This beginner-level class covers what 3D printers are used for and how to design your own 3D printable object. Space is limited and pre-registration is required: 263-6930.

- Wednesday, Aug. 23 — Clark Fork Stories and More, 10:30 a.m. Stories, crafts, prizes and snacks for kids ages 3-8. At the East Bonner County Library District Clark Fork Branch, 601 Main. Call 266-1321 for more information.

- Wednesday, Aug. 23 — Clark Fork Make It at The Library, 2 p.m. Kids make a variety of age appropriate STEAM projects. East Bonner Co. Library Clark Fork Branch, 601 Main St.

- Friday, Aug. 26 — Teen Writers Club. Canceled for summer. For information contact Morgan, 263-6930 ext. 1245 or morgan@ebonnerlibrary.org.

- Saturday, Aug. 26 — Computer class on Microsoft Publisher basics. 8:15 a.m. sharp. Learn at The Library. An introduction to Publisher that offers tools to create brochures, newsletters, calendars and other projects. Space is limited and pre-registration is required: 263-6930.

- Summer Reading Challenge. Pick up a Summer Reading game board and start logging your reading and read-to-me hours now through August 21 for fun programs and prizes! Reading logs available for kids of pre-reading age through teen at the East Bonner Co. Library Dist. Sandpoint and Clark Fork Branch Libraries or www.eBonnerLibrary.org. For more information, call 263-6930.

- StoryWalk — Take the family out for a walk and a story anytime! At Dover City Park, read “Ragweed’s Farm Dog Handbook” by Anne Vittur Kennedy. At McNearney Park in Ponderay, enjoy “Max Found Two Sticks” by Brian Pinkney. New stories are updated at the Northside School StoryWalk weekly! For more information, visit ebonnerlibrary.org.

Marcy Timblin is in charge of public relations, marketing and community development for the East Bonner County Library District. She can be reached at 208-263-6930, ext. 1204.