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Open Mic Night @BAPL

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Cohen Room Complete at Main Library
Program Type:
Performance, Music, Comedy
Age Group:
Adults

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.

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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Cohen Room Complete
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Performance, Music, Comedy
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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.

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. This event is on zoom and registration is required.  Spanish Conversation is on Monday nights from 6:30-7:30 PM.

Spanish Conversation

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults

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.

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Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
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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.

Storytimes

Story & Art (Ages 2+)

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 2-4

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

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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.

read to dogs

Read to Dogs at Coolidge!

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Bethlehem Township - Coolidge
Program Type:
Meet and Greet
Age Group:
Elementary (Grades K-5)

Independent readers will love reading to our favorite therapy dogs! This is a wonderful opportunity for your child to practice their reading skills aloud in a non-judgmental environment - just the child, therapy dog (and handler). 

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Library Branch: Bethlehem Township - Coolidge
Age Group: Elementary (Grades K-5)
Program Type: Meet and Greet
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Independent readers will love reading to our favorite therapy dogs! This is a wonderful opportunity for your child to practice their reading skills aloud in a non-judgmental environment - just the child, therapy dog (and handler). 

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.

Summer Reading Flyer

Constellation Cookies

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Pre-K, Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Families

Blast Off with Colors of Space!

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Registration Required
Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Pre-K, Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Blast Off with Colors of Space!

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.

Free lunch for 18 and younger. First come, first served while supplies last. ALMUERZO GRATIS PARA LOS MENORES DE 18 AÑOS. Por favor llegue a tiempo ya que los alimentos son limitados.

Free Lunch for Kids 18 and Younger

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
South Side Branch
Age Group:
Pre-K, Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12)

FREE LUNCH FOR 18 AND YOUNGER! First come, first served while supplies last. June 16 through July 24, Monday-Thursday only. The lunch space is only accessible by stairs.

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Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Pre-K, Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12)
Event Details:

FREE LUNCH FOR 18 AND YOUNGER! First come, first served while supplies last. June 16 through July 24, Monday-Thursday only. The lunch space is only accessible by stairs.

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.

June TAB

Teen Advisory Board Summer General Meeting (Grades 9-12)

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Club, Meet and Greet, Other
Age Group:
Teen (Grades 6-12)

General Meeting

Grades 6-12

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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: YS Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen (Grades 6-12)
Program Type: Club, Meet and Greet, Other
Event Details:

General Meeting

Grades 6-12

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.

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Summer Sunsets Painting

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Join us to learn how to paint a simple painting of a Summer sunset and palm trees! 

 

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Registration Required
Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us to learn how to paint a simple painting of a Summer sunset and palm trees! 

 

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.

Fiber Arts Poster

Fiber Arts & Friends

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Laros Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Bring your knitting, crocheting, cross-stitch, sewing, or macrame, etc. to the Main Library to chat with fellow enthusiasts and work on your projects.

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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Laros Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Bring your knitting, crocheting, cross-stitch, sewing, or macrame, etc. to the Main Library to chat with fellow enthusiasts and work on your projects.

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Virtual Film Club

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Film Club
Age Group:
Adults
Virtual Film Club:

Each month we pick a culturally or historically significant film for library patrons to watch and discuss. Watch the film on your own time, then meet with our virtual film club to ...

This month's film is Nostalghia (1983), directed by Andrei Tarkovsky.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

GENERAL

 

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Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Film Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Virtual Film Club

Each month we pick a culturally or historically significant film for library patrons to watch and discuss. Watch the film on your own time, then meet with our virtual film club to discuss the film on Zoom. Registration is required. Zoom Invites will be sent out via email.

This month's film is Nostalghia (1983), directed by Andrei Tarkovsky.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

GENERAL

 

Toddler Playtime

Toddler Playtime (Babies-3 year olds)

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Age Group:
Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4

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

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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.

Stock photograph of people practicing Yoga.

Gentle Yoga

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:15pm
Laros Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Yoga
Age Group:
Adults

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

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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.

Free lunch for 18 and younger. First come, first served while supplies last. ALMUERZO GRATIS PARA LOS MENORES DE 18 AÑOS. Por favor llegue a tiempo ya que los alimentos son limitados.

Free Lunch for Kids 18 and Younger

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
South Side Branch
Age Group:
Pre-K, Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12)

FREE LUNCH FOR 18 AND YOUNGER! First come, first served while supplies last. June 16 through July 24, Monday-Thursday only. The lunch space is only accessible by stairs.

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Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Pre-K, Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12)
Event Details:

FREE LUNCH FOR 18 AND YOUNGER! First come, first served while supplies last. June 16 through July 24, Monday-Thursday only. The lunch space is only accessible by stairs.

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.

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Moana is coming to South Side!

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Celebration
Age Group:
Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families

Let your imagination sparkle with Colors of Magic! 

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Registration Required
Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Celebration
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let your imagination sparkle with Colors of Magic! 

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.

POEM OF THE WEEK Wednesdays 1 - 5 PM @ Books on the Hill

Poem of the Week

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Fountain Hill - Books on the Hill
Program Type:
Literature and Writing, Performance
Age Group:
Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families, Adults

Stop by Books on the Hill any Wednesday afternoon to hear the Poem of the Week read by resident poet/librarian Cleveland Wall. Can't get there in person? No worries!

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Library Branch: Fountain Hill - Books on the Hill
Age Group: Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families, Adults
Program Type: Literature and Writing, Performance
Event Details:

Stop by Books on the Hill any Wednesday afternoon to hear the Poem of the Week read by resident poet/librarian Cleveland Wall. Can't get there in person? No worries!

hanging yarn art

Hanging Yarn Art (for Tweens, Teens, Adults)

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Bethlehem Township - Coolidge
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teen (Grades 6-12), Adults

A prelude to macramé, this simple yarn project has endless possibilities for color, pattern, and shape. Yarn of various colors, beads, and a natural branch will be provided for each participant to create their own unique hanging yarn art.

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

A prelude to macramé, this simple yarn project has endless possibilities for color, pattern, and shape. Yarn of various colors, beads, and a natural branch will be provided for each participant to create their own unique hanging yarn art.

Bricks Builders

Brick Builders (Entering Grades 1-5)

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Elementary (Grades K-5)

Join us for a fun evening of building with everyone's favorite brick blocks and other fun building sets. For students entering 1st-5th grades.

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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: YS Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary (Grades K-5)
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Join us for a fun evening of building with everyone's favorite brick blocks and other fun building sets. For students entering 1st-5th grades.

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.

Stained glass sunflower picture

Faux Stained Glass

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Laros Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Make your own one-of-a-kind faux stained glass art piece! We will use permanent markers on glass to create the design of your choice to take home! This workshop is designed for adults. Registration is suggested.

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Laros Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Make your own one-of-a-kind faux stained glass art piece! We will use permanent markers on glass to create the design of your choice to take home! This workshop is designed for adults. Registration is suggested.

Storytime

Baby Storytime (Infants-24 months)

Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Birth - 24 Months

Join us for gentle stories, songs, and rhymes just right for your littlest ones.

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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: YS Meeting Room
Age Group: Birth - 24 Months
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for gentle stories, songs, and rhymes just right for your littlest ones.

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.

summer storytime

Storytime at Coolidge

Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45pm
Bethlehem Township - Coolidge
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Pre-K, Ages 2-4

Color your child's world with story and song and silliness! You and your child will be delighted by engaging picture books, songs, movement, rhymes, puppets and props, and a simple storytime craft. 

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Bethlehem Township - Coolidge
Age Group: Pre-K, Ages 2-4
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Color your child's world with story and song and silliness! You and your child will be delighted by engaging picture books, songs, movement, rhymes, puppets and props, and a simple storytime craft. 

Summer Reading Flyer

Elephant Puppets

Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Elementary (Grades K-5), Families

Together, we will listen to an elephant storytime before making adorable elephant puppets!

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Registration Required
Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Elementary (Grades K-5), Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Together, we will listen to an elephant storytime before making adorable elephant puppets!

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.

Free lunch for 18 and younger. First come, first served while supplies last. ALMUERZO GRATIS PARA LOS MENORES DE 18 AÑOS. Por favor llegue a tiempo ya que los alimentos son limitados.

Free Lunch for Kids 18 and Younger

Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
South Side Branch
Age Group:
Pre-K, Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12)

FREE LUNCH FOR 18 AND YOUNGER! First come, first served while supplies last. June 16 through July 24, Monday-Thursday only. The lunch space is only accessible by stairs.

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Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Pre-K, Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12)
Event Details:

FREE LUNCH FOR 18 AND YOUNGER! First come, first served while supplies last. June 16 through July 24, Monday-Thursday only. The lunch space is only accessible by stairs.

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.

Graffiti Art

Graffiti Name Art (Grades 9-12)

Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teen (Grades 6-12)

 Teens, come and create your own name in graffiti-style art.  Note: We will not be using spray paint for this program. For grades 9-12.

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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: YS Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen (Grades 6-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

 Teens, come and create your own name in graffiti-style art.  Note: We will not be using spray paint for this program. For grades 9-12.

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.

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Pride Craft Night

Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for a fun night of creating at the library where supplies will be provided to make your own art and jewelry for Pride month. There will be different stations with painting and jewelry making supplies, all for free.

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Registration Required
Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a fun night of creating at the library where supplies will be provided to make your own art and jewelry for Pride month. There will be different stations with painting and jewelry making supplies, all for free.

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.