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Mary Pat Beebe Book Club

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
Virtual
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Mary Pat Beebe Book Club

Looking for a fun and engaging book group?  Want to read some interesting and thought-provoking literature?  Join us each month on Zoom as we discuss recent award-winning or nominated novels in this book group that has been meeting for over twenty years. Registration is required. Zoom invites will be sent via email.

This month's book is Dr. No (2023) by Everett, Percival 

Hard Hat Hank Story & Building Playtime (Ages 2+)

10:30am–11:15am
Pre-K, Ages 2-4
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: YS Meeting Room
Age Group: Pre-K, Ages 2-4
Program Type: Storytime, STEM
Event Details:

Join us for a Hard Hat Hank and the Sky-High Solution storytime, followed by building blocks play. For ages 2+

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

📚BAPL Book Sale📚

10:00am–4:00pm
Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families, Adults
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Book Sale Room
Age Group: Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families, Adults
Program Type: Literature and Writing, Other, Music
Event Details:

✨ Bethlehem Area Public Library Presents: BAPL BOOK SALE ! ✨

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Qigong - Meditation and Relaxation Training

10:15am–11:30am
Adults
Main Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Cohen Room South Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Qigong
Registration Required
Event Details:

Qigong

Experience this ancient Chinese exercise which promotes circulation, flexibility, balance, and stamina to improve overall health and well-being. Exercises are short, easy to learn, and adjustable to every individual. All skill levels are welcome! Registration is recommended.

Classes are held simultaneously in-person and on Zoom.

Paper Art Holiday Card Design

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Main Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Cohen Room North Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Alicia Vincelette of Inked Edge Paper Art for this Holiday card making workshop. Free, but space is limited. Open to ages 10 and up with parental supervision. Registration is required.

Sip & Stitch

11:00am–12:00pm
Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families, Adults
Fountain Hill - Books on the Hill
Library Branch: Fountain Hill - Books on the Hill
Age Group: Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us for a relaxing morning of slow stitching. No previous experience is needed. Slow stitching is about slowing down and enjoying the process. Fabric, needle, and thread are provided, as is tea. 

Pet Portrait Painting

12:00pm–1:30pm
Adults
South Side Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a painting workshop where you will learn to paint a portrait of your pet using acrylic paint on a round wooden canvas. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Holiday Card Writing Workshop

1:00pm–2:00pm
Main Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Cohen Room South Area
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Writing Group
Registration Required
Event Details:

Take a break from the busy holiday season by stopping by the library to pen holiday prose from the heart on cards being delivered to the eldery in nursing homes.  All materials are provided.  Bring your warm wishes and creativity!

Make a Holiday Card (Families)

2:00pm–4:00pm
Families
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: YS Meeting Room
Age Group: Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Drop in to make a holiday or winter card for your favorite person! Just bring your creativity--we'll provide the craft supplies!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Troublemakers' Cafe Food, Clothing & Toy Drive

3:00pm–4:30pm
Adults
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Cohen Room Complete
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Join Troublemaker’s Cafe to come together to support our neighbors. We’re collecting non-perishable food, clothing, and toys to benefit unhoused and struggling members of our community.

Ivy Info Session at Toddler Play Time- South Side Library

11:00am–11:45am
Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4, Families
South Side Branch
Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4, Families
Event Details:

Ivy Rehab for Kids will be joining us at Playtime on Monday, Dec. 8! Come and learn about what they do to support kids, things to look out for that may indicate need for various services, and more, while your little ones play.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Qigong: Meditation and Relaxation

12:00pm–1:15pm
Adults
Main Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Cohen Room South Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Qigong
Registration Required
Event Details:

Qigong

Experience this ancient Chinese exercise which promotes circulation, flexibility, balance, and stamina to improve overall health and well-being. Exercises are short, easy to learn, and adjustable to every individual. All skill levels are welcome! Registration is recommended.

Classes are held simultaneously in-person and on Zoom.

Open Mic Night @BAPL

5:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Cohen Room Complete
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Performance, Music, Comedy
Event Details:

Join us for an open mic hosted by Bill Medei!! Come enjoy listening to music, comedy, and poetry acts or sign up to perform yourself! Performers, please arrive around 5PM to sign-up.

Library Board Meeting

6:00pm–8:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Laros Room

Spanish Conversation

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Virtual
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Intermediate and advanced speakers are invited to practice their skills in everyday dialogues facilitated by Gregorie Lule.  Please contact Gregorie at Gregorie.Lule@gmail.com for details.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Spanish Conversation

6:30pm–7:30pm
South Side Branch
Library Branch: South Side Branch
Event Details:

Intermediate and advanced speakers are invited to practice their skills in everyday dialogues facilitated by Gregorie Lule.  Please contact Gregorie at Gregorie.Lule@gmail.com for details.

Teen Advisory Board General Meeting (Grades 6-12)

6:30pm–7:30pm
Teen (Grades 6-12)
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: YS Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen (Grades 6-12)
Program Type: Club, Other
Event Details:

Open again for middle school grades to join, along with high school grades. 

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Story & Art (Ages 2+)

10:00am–10:30am
Ages 2-4
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: YS Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 2-4
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

Stories come to life with art activities! Best for ages 2+.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Cocoa and Classics

3:00pm–6:00pm
Adults
South Side Branch
Registration Required
Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Film Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for hot chocolate and a classic holiday movie starring Jimmy Stewart! This event is for adults only and hot chocolate is limited on a first come, first serve basis. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Coolidge Mural Project: Session 5

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teen (Grades 6-12), Adults
Bethlehem Township - Coolidge
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bethlehem Township - Coolidge
Age Group: Teen (Grades 6-12), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Lehigh Valley Muralist, Kyle Edwards, will lead this series of interactive workshops where community members take part in both the design & painting of a unique library mural right here in the Coolidge hallway!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Professional and Personal Growth Book Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Main Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Laros Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join our in-person discussion on the book  Share your thoughts and collaborate with others in the community!

If you are new to our group please register by emailing info.pursuingpassions@gmail.com.

Winter Wildlife Watercolor Workshop with Raisa Kochmaruk

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
Main Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Cohen Room Complete
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Cozy up with a sketchpad and some hot chocolate while we learn how to paint winter birds!

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Toddler Playtime (Babies-3 year olds)

10:30am–11:15am
Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: YS Meeting Room
Age Group: Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4
Event Details:

Children ages 3 and younger and their caregivers can enjoy a fun playtime together! Games and toys provided. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Gentle Yoga

12:00pm–1:15pm
Adults
Main Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Laros Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Yoga
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy a meditative experience with an experienced Yoga Instructor. Please bring a Yoga mat or towel. Registration is required.