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This event is in the "Elementary (Grades K-5)" group
This event is in the "Teen (Grades 6-12)" group

Winter Olympics Closing Ceremony (Grades K-8)

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Celebration
Age Group:
Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12)

The 2026 Winter Olympics will be held in Milan this year! Join us for a closing ceremony program filled with activities and games! 

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: YS Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12)
Program Type: Celebration
Event Details:

The 2026 Winter Olympics will be held in Milan this year! Join us for a closing ceremony program filled with activities and games! 

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Food Allergies

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

This event is in the "Teen (Grades 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Families" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Button-Making Workshop

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Fountain Hill - Books on the Hill
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Age Group:
Teen (Grades 6-12), Families, Adults

Rock your personal power symbol proudly!  It might be a word, an animal, a motto, an object--any thing you choose to represent you. Here's your chance to design your own symbol and put that thing on a wearable button.

Library Branch: Fountain Hill - Books on the Hill
Age Group: Teen (Grades 6-12), Families, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Event Details:

Rock your personal power symbol proudly!  It might be a word, an animal, a motto, an object--any thing you choose to represent you. Here's your chance to design your own symbol and put that thing on a wearable button.

This event is in the "Elementary (Grades K-5)" group
This event is in the "Teen (Grades 6-12)" group

Cryptid Club: Mothman (Ages 8-18)

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Club
Age Group:
Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12)

Ever wondered about folkloric creatures that go bump in the night? Join us for our first club meeting, where we will learn about cryptids and do activities! Every meeting will be a different cryptid!


 

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: YS Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12)
Program Type: Club
Event Details:

Ever wondered about folkloric creatures that go bump in the night? Join us for our first club meeting, where we will learn about cryptids and do activities! Every meeting will be a different cryptid!


 

Disclaimer(s)

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.

This event is in the "Teen (Grades 6-12)" group

LVGR Open Mic

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Cohen Room Complete at Main Library
Age Group:
Teen (Grades 6-12)
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Cohen Room Complete
Age Group: Teen (Grades 6-12)
This event is in the "Elementary (Grades K-5)" group
This event is in the "Teen (Grades 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Families" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Poem of the Week

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 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, selected and read by resident poet/librarian Cleveland Wall.

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, selected and read by resident poet/librarian Cleveland Wall.

This event is in the "Elementary (Grades K-5)" group
This event is in the "Teen (Grades 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Families" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Poem of the Week

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 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, selected and read by resident poet/librarian Cleveland Wall.

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, selected and read by resident poet/librarian Cleveland Wall.

This event is in the "Teen (Grades 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Beginner Crochet Workshop

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Bethlehem Township - Coolidge
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teen (Grades 6-12), Adults

This four-week workshop will cover the basic fundamentals of crochet. It is intended only for complete beginners - individuals with little to no prior experience.

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

This four-week workshop will cover the basic fundamentals of crochet. It is intended only for complete beginners - individuals with little to no prior experience.

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.

This event is in the "Elementary (Grades K-5)" group
This event is in the "Teen (Grades 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Families" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Sip & Stitch

Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Fountain Hill - Books on the Hill
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families, Adults

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. 

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. 

This event is in the "Teen (Grades 6-12)" group

Teen Advisory Board (Grades 6-12)

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Club
Age Group:
Teen (Grades 6-12)

Want to complete your middle school and high school community service hours, or just want to join in on the fun? Stop on by!

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

Want to complete your middle school and high school community service hours, or just want to join in on the fun? Stop on by!

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.

This event is in the "Elementary (Grades K-5)" group
This event is in the "Teen (Grades 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Families" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Poem of the Week

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 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, selected and read by resident poet/librarian Cleveland Wall.

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, selected and read by resident poet/librarian Cleveland Wall.

This event is in the "Teen (Grades 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Beginner Crochet Workshop: Session 2

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Bethlehem Township - Coolidge
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teen (Grades 6-12), Adults

This four-week workshop will cover the basic fundamentals of crochet. It is intended only for complete beginners - individuals with little to no prior experience.

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

This four-week workshop will cover the basic fundamentals of crochet. It is intended only for complete beginners - individuals with little to no prior experience.

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.

This event is in the "Pre-K" group
This event is in the "Birth - 24 Months" group
This event is in the "Ages 2-4" group
This event is in the "Elementary (Grades K-5)" group
This event is in the "Teen (Grades 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Families" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

📚BAPL Book Sale📚

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Book Sale Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Literature and Writing, Other, Music
Age Group:
Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families, Adults

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

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.

This event is in the "Elementary (Grades K-5)" group
This event is in the "Teen (Grades 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Families" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Poem of the Week

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 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, selected and read by resident poet/librarian Cleveland Wall.

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, selected and read by resident poet/librarian Cleveland Wall.

This event is in the "Teen (Grades 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Beginner Crochet Workshop: Session 3

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Bethlehem Township - Coolidge
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teen (Grades 6-12), Adults

This four-week workshop will cover the basic fundamentals of crochet. It is intended only for complete beginners - individuals with little to no prior experience.

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

This four-week workshop will cover the basic fundamentals of crochet. It is intended only for complete beginners - individuals with little to no prior experience.

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.

This event is in the "Pre-K" group
This event is in the "Birth - 24 Months" group
This event is in the "Ages 2-4" group
This event is in the "Elementary (Grades K-5)" group
This event is in the "Teen (Grades 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Families" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

📚BAPL Book Sale📚

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Book Sale Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Literature and Writing, Other, Music
Age Group:
Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families, Adults

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

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.

This event is in the "Elementary (Grades K-5)" group
This event is in the "Teen (Grades 6-12)" group

Cryptid Club: Michigan Dogman (Ages 8-18)

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Club
Age Group:
Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12)

Ever wondered about folkloric creatures that go bump in the night? Join us for our first club meeting, where we will learn about cryptids and do activities! Every meeting will be a different cryptid!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: YS Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12)
Program Type: Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ever wondered about folkloric creatures that go bump in the night? Join us for our first club meeting, where we will learn about cryptids and do activities! Every meeting will be a different cryptid!

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Food Allergies

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

This event is in the "Elementary (Grades K-5)" group
This event is in the "Teen (Grades 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Families" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Poem of the Week

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 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, selected and read by resident poet/librarian Cleveland Wall.

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, selected and read by resident poet/librarian Cleveland Wall.

This event is in the "Teen (Grades 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Beginner Crochet Workshop: Session 4

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Bethlehem Township - Coolidge
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teen (Grades 6-12), Adults

This four-week workshop will cover the basic fundamentals of crochet. It is intended only for complete beginners - individuals with little to no prior experience.

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

This four-week workshop will cover the basic fundamentals of crochet. It is intended only for complete beginners - individuals with little to no prior experience.

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.

This event is in the "Elementary (Grades K-5)" group
This event is in the "Teen (Grades 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Families" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Poem of the Week

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 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, selected and read by resident poet/librarian Cleveland Wall.

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, selected and read by resident poet/librarian Cleveland Wall.

HOLIDAY (Good Friday)

All Day
Main Library, South Side Branch, Bethlehem Township - Coolidge, Fountain Hill - Books on the Hill, Outreach, Bookmobile, Virtual

Holiday

Closing
Branches:
Main Library, South Side Branch, Bethlehem Township - Coolidge, Fountain Hill - Books on the Hill, Outreach, Bookmobile, Virtual
Description:

Holiday

This event is in the "Elementary (Grades K-5)" group
This event is in the "Teen (Grades 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Families" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Poem of the Week

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 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, selected and read by resident poet/librarian Cleveland Wall.

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, selected and read by resident poet/librarian Cleveland Wall.

This event is in the "Teen (Grades 6-12)" group

Teen Advisory Board (Grades 6-12)

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Club
Age Group:
Teen (Grades 6-12)

Want to complete your middle school and high school community service hours, or just want to join in on the fun? Stop on by!

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

Want to complete your middle school and high school community service hours, or just want to join in on the fun? Stop on by!

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.

This event is in the "Elementary (Grades K-5)" group
This event is in the "Teen (Grades 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Families" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Poem of the Week

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 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, selected and read by resident poet/librarian Cleveland Wall.

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, selected and read by resident poet/librarian Cleveland Wall.

This event is in the "Elementary (Grades K-5)" group
This event is in the "Teen (Grades 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Families" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Poem of the Week

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 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, selected and read by resident poet/librarian Cleveland Wall.

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, selected and read by resident poet/librarian Cleveland Wall.