Experience the solar eclipse in Polk County at a community event! The celebration will include crafts and activities themed around the solar system. Enjoy the 99.77% obscuration of totality as the sun and moon cross paths. Foothills BBQ will be open for lunch and snack purchases during the party. Free sun-viewing glasses will be available for the first 200 people who arrive.

For local event information or to arrange for a booth, contact:
Amelia Hill, Polk County Public Libraries (ahill@polklibrary.org)
Linda Sutton, Polk County Early College Science Club (lsutton@polkschools.org)

Warning: Do not look at the eclipse without a solar viewing device; it can damage your eyes.

Do you know how to play chess? Players of all ages and experience ranges are invited to join the Foothills Chess Club on Monday afternoons at the Columbus Library. Learn the basics and then challenge yourself by playing with someone new.