Event List

Filters
Age Group
afterschool playtime

Afterschool Playtime at the South Side Library

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Meet and Greet, STEM
Age Group:
Elementary (Grades K-5), Families
Event Details:

School-age children and their caretakers are welcome to join us at the South Side library for an afterschool playtime.  Playtime allows kids to engage in hands-on activitie...

Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Elementary (Grades K-5), Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Meet and Greet, STEM
Event Details:

School-age children and their caretakers are welcome to join us at the South Side library for an afterschool playtime. 

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 Citizenship course will cover the curriculum recommended by USCIS, including US geography, history, and government. In this context, the instructor will continuously train students on two critical components of the citizenship interview: the 100 questions and the ability to understand, read, write, and speak English.

Citizenship Class

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Citizenship course will cover the curriculum recommended by USCIS, including US geography, history, and government. In this context, the instructor will continuously train stud...

Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

The Citizenship course will cover the curriculum recommended by USCIS, including US geography, history, and government.

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.

Block Party

Preschool Block Party

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Pre-K, Ages 2-4
Event Details:

Come build with our excellent collection of blocks, magnet tiles, and more. Budding architects welcome! Best for ages 2-5.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: YS Meeting Room
Age Group: Pre-K, Ages 2-4
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Come build with our excellent collection of blocks, magnet tiles, and more. Budding architects welcome! Best for ages 2-5.

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.

coolidge logo w photos

Family Storytime at Coolidge

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Bethlehem Township - Coolidge
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Pre-K, Ages 2-4
Event Details:

Young children between the ages of 2 1/2 - 5 will enjoy themed storytimes with engaging picture books, songs and rhymes, an array of library props, finishing with a simpl...

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

Young children between the ages of 2 1/2 - 5 will enjoy themed storytimes with engaging picture books, songs and rhymes, an array of library props, finishing with a simple 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.

memoir writing group logo

That's My Story: Memoir Writing Group

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Writing Group
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Are you interested in passing along your favorite life stories? Maybe you’ve heard about the healing benefits of thoughtful reflection and writing? Or do you simply wish to refine ...

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

Are you interested in passing along your favorite life stories? Maybe you’ve heard about the healing benefits of thoughtful reflection and writing?

Family Place Flyer

Play & Learn Family Place Workshop

Friday, May 10, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Event Details:

Experience the fun and welcoming areas within our program space where children (ages 6 months-3 years) and their caregivers can play, learn, and grow together. No registration...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: YS Meeting Room
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Experience the fun and welcoming areas within our program space where children (ages 6 months-3 years) and their caregivers can play, learn, and grow 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.

Mother's Day Cardmaking

Mother's Day Cardmaking

Friday, May 10, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Families
Event Details:

Express your love through a beautiful and unique card, made by you!

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: YS Meeting Room
Age Group: Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Express your love through a beautiful and unique card, made by 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.

Build It

Build It!

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Families
Event Details:

Stop by the Youth Services Department and build with LEGO and DUPLO blocks, magnetic tiles and more. Discover your inner engineer and let your imagination go wild! There will be sa...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: YS Meeting Room
Age Group: Families
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Stop by the Youth Services Department and build with LEGO and DUPLO blocks, magnetic tiles and more. Discover your inner engineer and let your imagination go wild! There will be safe building materials for preschoolers, too.

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 photo of a person meditating on top of a mountain

Qigong - Meditation and Relaxation Training

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:30am
Cohen Room South Area at Main Library
Program Type:
Qigong
Age Group:
Adults
Qigong:

Experience this ancient Chinese exercise which promotes circulation, flexibility, balance, and stamina to improve overall health and well-being. Exercises are short, easy to learn,...

Event Details:

Classes are held simultaneously in-person and on Zoom.

Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Cohen Room South Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Qigong
Registration Required

Qigong

Experience this ancient Chinese exercise which promotes circulation, flexibility, balance, and stamina to improve overall health and well-being. Exercises are short, easy to learn, and adjustable to every individual. All skill levels are welcome! Registration is recommended.

Event Details:

Classes are held simultaneously in-person and on Zoom.

Join us for tea and Slow Stitching - Saturdays - Feb 17, Mar 16, Apr 13, May 11, Jun 22 - 11 AM at Books on the Hill, Spiegel St and Stanley Ave, Fountain Hill, PA

Sip & Stitch

Saturday, May 11, 2024 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
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 pr...

Registration
Library Branch: Fountain Hill - Books on the Hill
Age Group: Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
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.

Stock photo of a person meditating on top of a mountain

Qigong: Meditation and Relaxation

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:15pm
Cohen Room South Area at Main Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Qigong
Age Group:
Adults
Qigong:

Experience this ancient Chinese exercise which promotes circulation, flexibility, balance, and stamina to improve overall health and well-being. Exercises are short, easy to learn,...

Event Details:

Classes are held simultaneously in-person and on Zoom.

Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Cohen Room South Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Qigong
Registration Required

Qigong

Experience this ancient Chinese exercise which promotes circulation, flexibility, balance, and stamina to improve overall health and well-being. Exercises are short, easy to learn, and adjustable to every individual. All skill levels are welcome! Registration is recommended.

Event Details:

Classes are held simultaneously in-person and on Zoom.

BAPL Open Mic Night

Open Mic Night @BAPL

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Cohen Room Complete at Main Library
Program Type:
Performance, Music, Comedy
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

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-u...

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

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, May 13, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

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...

Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

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.

Bugtopia

Adventures in Bugtopia

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Families
Event Details:

Do you love bugs as much as we do? Join us for a fun-filled bug-themed storytime, with books, songs, and crafts. No actual critters will be in attendance. All families welcome!

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: YS Meeting Room
Age Group: Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

Do you love bugs as much as we do? Join us for a fun-filled bug-themed storytime, with books, songs, and crafts. No actual critters will be in attendance. All families welcome!

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.

playtime at the library

Playtime at the Southside Library

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Music, STEM
Age Group:
Pre-K, Ages 2-4, Families
Event Details:

Toddlers and caregivers are invited to join us for an imagination-filled time full of activities that promote sharing, taking turns, and having fun! Blocks, puzzles, games, and ...

Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Pre-K, Ages 2-4, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Music, STEM
Event Details:

Toddlers and caregivers are invited to join us for an imagination-filled time full of activities that promote sharing, taking turns, and having fun!

Blocks, puzzles, games, and toys provided!  

Purple and black butterfly line art in center surrounded by event information

Butterfly Embroidery Painting

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Create a unique butterfly painting using a combination of acrylic paint and embroidery on an 8x10 stretched canvas. This is open to any adult, regardless of experience wi...

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

Create a unique butterfly painting using a combination of acrylic paint and embroidery on an 8x10 stretched canvas. This is open to any adult, regardless of experience with painting/embroidery/sewing.

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.

preschool story time flier!

Preschool Storytime at the Southside Library

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Performance, Music, STEM
Age Group:
Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4, Families
Event Details:

Preschoolers and their caregivers are invited to join us Wednesday mornings for songs, stories, hands-on learning, and a simple craft to take home!  This program is held on...

Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Performance, Music, STEM
Event Details:

Preschoolers and their caregivers are invited to join us Wednesday mornings for songs, stories, hands-on learning, and a simple craft to take home! 

Stock photograph of people practicing Yoga.

Gentle Yoga

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:15pm
Laros Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Yoga
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Enjoy a relaxed, class-led session. Please wear loose fitting clothing and bring a Yoga mat or towel.  Registration is required.

Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Laros Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Yoga
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy a relaxed, class-led session. Please wear loose fitting clothing and bring a Yoga mat or towel.  Registration is required.

Book Sale

📚BAPL Book Sale📚

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Book Sale Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Celebration, Club, Book Club, Gaming, Film Club, Health & Wellness, Qigong, Yoga, Lecture, Literature and Writing, Author Event, Panel Discussion, Storytime, Writing Group, Meet and Greet, Other, Performance, Music, Drama, Comedy, STEM, Tutoring, Workshop
Age Group:
Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families, Adults
Event Details:

🌈✨ Bethlehem Area Public Library Presents: BAPL BOOK SALE Extravaganza! ✨🌈 Join us for an unforgettable journey through pages and stories at the Bethlehem Area Public Library's ...

Registration
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: Arts & Crafts, Celebration, Club, Book Club, Gaming, Film Club, Health & Wellness, Qigong, Yoga, Lecture, Literature and Writing, Author Event, Panel Discussion, Storytime, Writing Group, Meet and Greet, Other, Performance, Music, Drama, Comedy, STEM, Tutoring, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

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.

Latin Club png

Latin Club (for Grades 3-8)

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
YS Public Area at Main Library
Event Details:

Friends, Romans, Everyone in Grades 3-8! Learn the language of old! Drop in for our student-led Latin Club! No registration required.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: YS Public Area
Event Details:

Friends, Romans, Everyone in Grades 3-8! Learn the language of old! Drop in for our student-led Latin Club! No registration required.

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.

The Citizenship course will cover the curriculum recommended by USCIS, including US geography, history, and government. In this context, the instructor will continuously train students on two critical components of the citizenship interview: the 100 questions and the ability to understand, read, write, and speak English.

Citizenship Class

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Citizenship course will cover the curriculum recommended by USCIS, including US geography, history, and government. In this context, the instructor will continuously train stud...

Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

The Citizenship course will cover the curriculum recommended by USCIS, including US geography, history, and government.

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.

Silhouettes of three people running in front of a transgender pride flag

Trans Safety and Self-Defense

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Cohen Room South Area at Main Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Families, Adults
Event Details:

Join Eastern PA Trans Equity Project for a workshop on safety and self-defense for the trans community. Allies are welcome too! In this workshop, we'll cover danger avoidance techn...

Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Cohen Room South Area
Age Group: Families, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Eastern PA Trans Equity Project for a workshop on safety and self-defense for the trans community. Allies are welcome too!

D&D May

Dungeons & Dragons (Gr 6-12)

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Teen (Grades 6-12)
Event Details:

We provide all that you need for this one shot adventure: pre-rolled characters, dice set, and mini manual provided. This event for grades 6 -12 will be held in the Youth Services ...

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

We provide all that you need for this one shot adventure: pre-rolled characters, dice set, and mini manual provided. This event for grades 6 -12 will be held in the Youth Services Department on the 2nd floor of the Library.

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.