Although Warwick was not in the "path of totality" of the solar eclipse of August 21, 2017, residents were nonetheless awestruck and privileged to witness 71% coverage of the sun by the moon. Albert Wisner Public Library held a viewing party, including screening the live stream of the eclipse broadcast by NASA, making eclipse viewers using cardboard cereal boxes, offering eclipse-related snacks and distributing protective eclipse glasses for patrons to share. About 250 people turned out to share the event and activities together, making for a unifying, festive atmosphere for all to enjoy on a sunny, warm day.