b'Wonders of the Modern World:The Empire State BuildingBy Jodi Wendl August 14, 2 p.m. (Ashcroft Movie Theater)The observation deck attracts 4 million visitors a year. The building is struck bylightning an average of 100 times a year. And in 1945, a B-25 bomber was lost in fog and struck the north wall of the 78th floor but amazingly left no important structural damage. Built in 1931, the Empire State Building is an engineering marvel, a cultural icon and symbol of American ingenuity. Join us for this deep dive into the fascinating background, construction and history of this wonder of the modern world with rare images and little known facts that will bring this landmark to life.41'