Where to Get *FREE* Solar Eclipse Glasses in NYC

**Where to Get FREE Solar Eclipse Glasses in NYC**

The solar eclipse is in the air, it is all the kids (and us!) are talking about! Of course you can’t blame us for being excited as Governor Hochul recently reminded New Yorkers “a total eclipse will encompass 29 counties in the western and northern parts of New York State. For other areas of the state that are outside the path of totality, there will still be 88 percent to over 99 percent coverage.”

We hope our recent guide has helped you to plan your viewing location for the upcoming solar eclipse. While this is an historic day (on April 8th), it is also one that warrants some safety precautions. This involves never looking directly into the sun and wearing ISO certified glasses and/or viewing through a pinhole. Below, we are sharing where you can snag a pair in NYC, including several spots to get these glasses for free.

****Double-check locations before you pick up your glasses; many are only offered until supplies last!

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Free Solar Eclipse Glasses

Family Astronomy Talk and Craft

Attend this upcoming event at the Harry Belafonte library and receive free glasses. Saturday March 30th from 11:30am-4:30pm. 203 West 115th Street, New York, NY 10026

Allerton Library

Enjoy a fun solar eclipse party and receive free certified eclipse glasses. Monday, April 8th from 3:00pm-5:00pm. 2740 Barnes Avenue, Bronx, NY 10467.

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Solar Eclipse Family Storytime

Attend this fun family solar eclipse party, along with stories and an outdoor viewing. Free viewing glasses will be available. Monday, April 8th from 3:00pm-4:00pm. 56 Giffords Lane

Staten Island, NY 10308

Warby Parker

Warby Parker is offering free solar eclipse glasses at all of their stores from April 1st-April 8th. Find the nearest location at warbyparker.com/retail

I LOVE NY eclipse glasses

Find a limited supply of I LOVE NY eclipse glasses at the Moynihan Train Hall at the MTA Long Island Railroad ticket window. 421 8th Avenue, New York, NY 10001. Available daily from 6:30am – 9:30pm. They will be providing two pairs per person until supplies last. Additional spots throughout New York State can be found here.

My Eye Dr.

This national location is offering free solar eclipse glasses at their select offices. In NYC, you can get them at their Astoria location. Check out the complete listing here. 3803 Broadway, Astoria, NY 11103. 718-956-3000.

Crown Heights Library

On April 8th from 1:00pm-2:00pm, the Crown Heights Library will be giving out free solar eclipse glasses. Supplies are limited, and available on a first-come, first-served basis. 560 New York Ave. at, Maple St, Brooklyn, NY 11225

Local Outdoor Events

Various events throughout NYC are offering free solar eclipse glasses when you attend. This includes the Solar Eclipse Viewing Party on April 8th from 2-4pm at Shirley Chisholm State Park, Penn Side Entrance, 1750 Granville Payne Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11239; the Solar Eclipse Viewing Party on April 8th from 2-4pm at the Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum, 895 Shore Road, Pelham Bay Park, Bronx, NY 10464; and the Solar Eclipse Party on April 8th from 12-5pm Wave Hill, 4900 Independence Ave. Bronx, NY

Purchasing Eclipse Glasses

Be extremely diligent if you are purchasing solar eclipse glasses. All solar eclipse glasses should have ISO 12312-2 international standard. Additionally, do not purchase glasses claiming that they are made and/or endorsed by NASA. Currently, they do not certify or endorse any eclipse glasses or specific products.

Alternatives to Solar Eclipse GlassesIf you can’t find solar eclipse glasses, you can still view this marvel by making a pinhole viewer. Check out this complete how-to from NASA to make with your kids.

Atlantic Acting School

Looking for a fun and exciting theater program for kids and teens? Join us at the Atlantic. Our programs are intense, exciting and fun!

Brooklyn Robot Foundry - Virtual Classes

Brooklyn Robot Foundry offers super fun online robot-building classes for children 2-13 years old!&nbsp;&nbsp;Each week, students are introduced to new engineering concepts and components while building that day&rsquo;s robot in their own &ldquo;workshop&rdquo;.&nbsp;&nbsp;All classes maintain a very low student-to-teacher ratio, allowing for plenty of individualized instruction and socializing. The supplies are shipped in advance and classes are led by amazing instructors, taking all the pressure off parents.&nbsp;&nbsp;The Foundry&rsquo;s main focus however, is that kids have fun, get creative, and enjoy being part of this STEAM-loving community!&nbsp;

Speakitaly NYC

SPEAKITALY NYC offers stimulating and entertaining lessons for children 0 to 16 years through a wide combination of activities based on the communicative approach anchored in the Common European Framework of Reference: active learning (group work, role plays, etc.) and practice exercises aimed to improve listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Kids will start speaking and using Italian in a very natural way.&nbsp; Small classes capped at 6 students to make sure each one gets the needed attention and facilitate learners' progress.&nbsp; Our method is driven by a didactic method that is the result of constant updates, professional certifications and more than 10 years of experience in working with non-native speakers from different native languages and levels of knowledge. Our aim is to develop a range of Italian language skills while improving accuracy that will enable the students and participants to interact without stress or feeling rushed. We want to help those in the community really embrace not only the true culture in Italy but the Italian culture within New York City&hellip; Who doesn&rsquo;t love what Italy represents in the kitchen, in history &amp; in the arts? Speakitaly wants to support multilingual families who want to learn a new language or pass along their ancestor&rsquo;s heritage and culture. Raffaella, the founder said: "We see language awareness and intercultural sensitivity as the milestones for an inclusive society. Italian, like all other languages, is an enrichment and a growth in every way. Vi aspettiamo!"