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📚BAPL Book Sale📚

Saturday, December 6, 2025 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.

Sip & Stitch – First Saturdays this winter at Books on the Hill, Spiegel St & Stanley Ave, Fountain Hill

Sip & Stitch

Saturday, December 6, 2025 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. 

Teen Advisory Board General Meeting (Grades 6-12)

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Club, Other
Age Group:
Teen (Grades 6-12)

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

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.

coolidge mural project

Coolidge Mural Project: Session 5

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bethlehem Township - Coolidge
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Age Group:
Teen (Grades 6-12), Adults

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!

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.

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

Poem of the Week

Wednesday, December 10, 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!

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!

Book sale flyer

📚South Side Book Sale📚

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 7:00pm
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families, Adults

Join us at Bethlehem Area Public Library South Side for our winter book sale! Come browse our selection of used books, CDs, DVDs, audiobooks, toys, and more! Find great reads at low prices.

Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families, Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Join us at Bethlehem Area Public Library South Side for our winter book sale! Come browse our selection of used books, CDs, DVDs, audiobooks, toys, and more! Find great reads at low prices.

Teen New Year

Teen End of the Year Party (Grades 6-12)

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 6:15pm - 7:15pm
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Celebration
Age Group:
Teen (Grades 6-12)

Cheer on the new year with friends! For grades 6-12.

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

Cheer on the new year with friends! For grades 6-12.

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.

Food Allergies

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

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

Poem of the Week

Wednesday, December 17, 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!

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!

Teen Movie night program. Please call the youth services department for movie inquiries. Hot chocolate, cookies and popcorn will be provided.

Teen Movie Night

Monday, December 22, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Laros Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Celebration, Film Club, Other
Age Group:
Teen (Grades 6-12)

Join us for a holiday movie night with hot! hot! hot! hot chocolate, cookies, and popcorn! Feel free to board the train of coziness, bring your friends, and wear your PJs! This program is for teens, grades 6-12 only.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Laros Room
Age Group: Teen (Grades 6-12)
Program Type: Celebration, Film Club, Other
Event Details:

Join us for a holiday movie night with hot! hot! hot! hot chocolate, cookies, and popcorn! Feel free to board the train of coziness, bring your friends, and wear your PJs! This program is for teens, grades 6-12 only.

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.

Photography Not Permitted

Please be aware that photography of any kind is NOT permitted at this event.  Thank you.

coolidge mural project

Coolidge Mural Project: Session 6

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bethlehem Township - Coolidge
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Age Group:
Teen (Grades 6-12), Adults

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!

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.

HOLIDAY (Christmas Eve)

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

HOLIDAY (Christmas)

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

Merry Christmas!

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

Merry Christmas!

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

Poem of the Week

Wednesday, December 31, 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!

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!

CLOSING at 5:00 PM (New Year's Eve)

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library, South Side Branch, Bethlehem Township - Coolidge, Fountain Hill - Books on the Hill, Outreach, Bookmobile, Virtual

Closing at 5:00 PM

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

Closing at 5:00 PM

HOLIDAY (New Year's Day)

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

New Year's Day

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

New Year's Day

Sip & Stitch – First Saturdays this winter at Books on the Hill, Spiegel St & Stanley Ave, Fountain Hill

Sip & Stitch

Saturday, January 3, 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. 

HOLIDAY (Martin Luther King, Jr. Day)

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

📚BAPL Book Sale📚

Wednesday, January 28, 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.

Book Sale

📚BAPL Book Sale📚

Saturday, January 31, 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.

Sip & Stitch – First Saturdays this winter at Books on the Hill, Spiegel St & Stanley Ave, Fountain Hill

Sip & Stitch

Saturday, February 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. 

HOLIDAY (Presidents' Day)

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

Sip & Stitch – First Saturdays this winter at Books on the Hill, Spiegel St & Stanley Ave, Fountain Hill

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. 

Book Sale

📚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.

Book Sale

📚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.