Event List

Flyer for all Tuesday events at 1 p.m. in June.

Overnight Moon Rocks

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm

South Side Branch

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Pre-K, Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families

Join us for a fun space craft: overnight moon rocks. Every Monday from June 2nd through July 21st we will host a colorful craft at 1 p.m. after our free lunch for youth (18 years old and younger).

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Registration Required

Library Branch: South Side Branch

Age Group: Pre-K, Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join us for a fun space craft: overnight moon rocks. Every Monday from June 2nd through July 21st we will host a colorful craft at 1 p.m. after our free lunch for youth (18 years old and younger).

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📚

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 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 ! ✨

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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.

Witch Hat Cookie Decorating

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm

South Side Branch

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Workshop

Age Group:

Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families

Let your imagination sparkle with Colors of Magic!

Each Wednesday from June 4 through July 23, join us from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 pm for a magical craft!

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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, Workshop

Registration Required

Event Details:

Let your imagination sparkle with Colors of Magic!

Each Wednesday from June 4 through July 23, join us from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 pm for a magical craft!

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.

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

Wednesday, July 16, 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!

Paint Your Partner

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Cohen Room North Area at Main Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Teen (Grades 6-12), Families, Adults

They say that beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Bring a partner and let’s put this to the test! Pair up and paint your partner's portrait as best you can. Paintings will be revealed at the end of the program.

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Registration Required

Library Branch: Main Library

Room: Cohen Room North Area

Age Group: Teen (Grades 6-12), Families, Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Event Details:

They say that beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Bring a partner and let’s put this to the test! Pair up and paint your partner's portrait as best you can. Paintings will be revealed at the end of the program.

📚BAPL Book Sale📚

Saturday, July 19, 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 ! ✨

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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.

Flyer for all Monday craft events at 1 p.m. in July.

Fish Slime

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm

South Side Branch

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Pre-K, Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families

We're going to make squishy, fun fish slime! Please wear clothes that you don't mind getting a little dirty. We can't wait to craft with you!

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Registration Required

Library Branch: South Side Branch

Age Group: Pre-K, Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Event Details:

We're going to make squishy, fun fish slime! Please wear clothes that you don't mind getting a little dirty. We can't wait to craft with you!

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.

The Abracadabra Magic Show

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm

South Side Branch

Program Type:

Performance

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: Performance

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

Wednesday, July 23, 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!

Sort-of Stained Glass Artwork (Grades 6-12)

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm

YS Meeting Room at Main Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Teen (Grades 6-12)

Make your own personally designed sort-of stained glass panel! We will be using acrylic paint and glue. The program is first-come, first-served due to limited supplies.

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Library Branch: Main Library

Room: YS Meeting Room

Age Group: Teen (Grades 6-12)

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Event Details:

Make your own personally designed sort-of stained glass panel! We will be using acrylic paint and glue. The program is first-come, first-served due to limited 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.

Read to Dogs

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Fountain Hill - Books on the Hill

Program Type:

Literature and Writing

Age Group:

Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families, Adults

Practice your skills in a judgment-free setting. Our therapy dogs love a good tale! Bring a book from home or select one from our display. Participants MUST be readers.

Register Now

Registration Required

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

Registration Required

Event Details:

Practice your skills in a judgment-free setting. Our therapy dogs love a good tale! Bring a book from home or select one from our display. Participants MUST be readers.

The flyer shows six pictures of the featured speakers and supporting organizations. The background features the colors of the disability pride flag and includes a QR code and contact information to register for the event.

Reflecting on Progress, Advancing Accessibility: A Panel on Disability Rights in Bethlehem and a Commemoration of the 35th Anniversary of the ADA

Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm

Cohen Room Complete at Main Library

Program Type:

Panel Discussion

Age Group:

Teen (Grades 6-12), Families, Adults

Join the City of Bethlehem, disability advocacy organizations, community leaders, and residents for a panel on accessibility.

Register Now

Registration Required

Library Branch: Main Library

Room: Cohen Room Complete

Age Group: Teen (Grades 6-12), Families, Adults

Program Type: Panel Discussion

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join the City of Bethlehem, disability advocacy organizations, community leaders, and residents for a panel on accessibility.

Poem of the Week

Wednesday, July 30, 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!

View Details

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!

Read to Dogs (For Independent Readers)

Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

YS Meeting Room at Main Library

Age Group:

Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12)

Read to a gentle therapy dog. No registration required, but must be an independent reader.

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Library Branch: Main Library

Room: YS Meeting Room

Age Group: Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12)

Event Details:

Read to a gentle therapy dog. No registration required, but must be an independent reader.

Disclaimer(s)

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!

View 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!

View Details

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!

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