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CCLS relaunches bookmobile services Thanks to a generous LSTA Grant from the State Library of North Carolina and the Institute of Museum and Library Services, the Cleveland County Library System (CCLS) is excited to announce the relaunch of its mobile library service. This revitalized initiative is designed to bring the library experience directly to the residents of Cleveland County. “The mobile library will not only inspire a love of reading in children but also make library resources accessible to senior adults and others who may face challenges visiting our Main or Spangler branches,” said Todd Dellinger, Outreach Manager. “We are thrilled to be a part of this exciting new chapter for CCLS, bringing library services to every corner of Cleveland County.” The newly revamped bookmobile will offer a range of library resources, including books,
DVDs, audiobooks, and a library of things, all available for checkout at convenient community stops. Additionally, the mobile library will provide programming, such as preschool story times, workforce development training, and a seed library. The Bookmobile will also feature a mobile Makerspace equipped with tools such as a 3D printer, Cricut vinyl cutter, craft supplies, and other creative resources to foster hands-on learning and innovation throughout the County. With this innovative service, the Cleveland County Library System enhances residents' access to information, education, and community engagement. For more information, including the mobile library schedule and locations, please visit www. clevelandcounty.com/library The closest location to Kings Mountain, where the Bookmobile is currently scheduled, is
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NASA announces Total Lunar Eclipse March 13–14
This graphic shows the Total Lunar Eclipse using Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). The actual time we can observe the eclipse will be from 1:09 a.m. to approximately 2:39 a.m. on March 14. (Graphic by NASA's Scientific Visualization Studio)
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On March 14 (the night of March 13), the Moon enters the Earth's shadow, creating a total lunar eclipse, the first since November 2022. This graphic shows the changing appearance of the Moon as it travels into and out of the Earth's shadow, along with times at various stages. Celestial north is up in this imagery, corresponding to the view from mid-northern latitudes. Rotating the images by 180 degrees would create the south-up view for southern hemisphere observers. The penumbra is part of the Earth’s shadow, and the Sun is only partially covered by the Earth. The umbra is where the Sun is completely hidden. The Moon's appearance isn't af-
fected much by the penumbra. The real action begins when the Moon starts to disappear as it enters the umbra at about 1:09 a.m. EDT. An hour and a half later, around 2:39 a.m. EDT, entirely within the umbra, the Moon is a ghostly copper color. The eclipsed Moon is 10 or more f-stops dimmer than a typical full Moon. This is by simulating an abrupt exposure change near the start and end of totality. Totality lasts a little over an hour before the Moon emerges from the central shadow. During the eclipse, the Moon moves through the constellations Leo and Virgo. The total Lunar Eclipse will be visible throughout the entire U.S., depending upon local weather conditions.
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