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CLOSING at 5:00 PM (Thanksgiving Eve)

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 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 (Thanksgiving Holiday)

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

Happy Thanksgiving!

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

Happy Thanksgiving!

HOLIDAY (Thanksgiving Holiday)

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
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Art Journaling at the South Side Library

Monday, December 2, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Drink hot cocoa and make your own hardcover, repurposed art journal at BAPL's South Side Branch. All supplies are included. This program is for adults and requires registration.Thi...

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

Drink hot cocoa and make your own hardcover, repurposed art journal at BAPL's South Side Branch. All supplies are included. This program is for adults and requires registration.

This event is only accessible via 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.

This flyer shows a hand holding two tarot cards, and the event description.

Poetry and Tarot Workshop

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Literature and Writing
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

There's a long history of famous poets using tarot decks to inspire their writing. From Sylvia Plath to W. B. Yeats to modern poets like Donika Kelly, we will follow in their tradi...

Registration
Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Literature and Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

There's a long history of famous poets using tarot decks to inspire their writing. From Sylvia Plath to W. B. Yeats to modern poets like Donika Kelly, we will follow in their tradition and explore the tarot.

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 flyer includes a description of the event, as well as small icons of a scrapbook, a camera, and folders. The flyer has rainbows in the corners.

Navigating Regional LGBTQ+ Archives

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families, Adults
Event Details:

Interested in knowing more about regional and local LGBTQ+ history? Want to know more about how LGBTQ+ people in the Valley lived? Join Tiersa Curry to learn about the importance o...

Registration
Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families, Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Interested in knowing more about regional and local LGBTQ+ history? Want to know more about how LGBTQ+ people in the Valley lived?

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 photo shows a pair of hands cutting out a heart-shaped piece of paper. There are pride flags in the corners and the description of the event is written in the center.

Holiday Gift Making

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teen (Grades 6-12), Families, Adults
Event Details:

You don't need to spend money to give gifts to loved ones. This workshop is totally free and we'll learn two craft techniques to make gifts. Card supplies will also be present. Hos...

Registration
Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Teen (Grades 6-12), Families, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

You don't need to spend money to give gifts to loved ones. This workshop is totally free and we'll learn two craft techniques to make gifts. Card supplies will also be present. Hosted by Queer and Trans Lehigh Valley Mutual Aid Network. 

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 Gift Wrapping Workshop Poster

Holiday Gift Wrapping Workshop

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 10:00am - 6:00pm
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Celebration, Other
Age Group:
Families, Adults
Event Details:

Are you in need of supplies or a quiet place to wrap your holiday gifts? We’ve got you! Stop by the library and we will have all supplies needed for you to wrap your gifts. Please ...

Registration
Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Families, Adults
Program Type: Celebration, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you in need of supplies or a quiet place to wrap your holiday gifts? We’ve got you! Stop by the library and we will have all supplies needed for you to wrap your gifts. Please note the workshop 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.

Gingerbread House Party Poster

Gingerbread House Party

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Celebration, Storytime
Age Group:
Families
Event Details:

Celebrate the holiday season as a family by making yummy gingerbread houses together! Prior to building, we will gather to listen to a storytime of “The Gingerbread Man” by Gail Ye...

Registration
Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Celebration, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate the holiday season as a family by making yummy gingerbread houses together!

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.

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!

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

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 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