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Winter Storytimes

Story & Art (Ages 2+)

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 2-4

Stories come to life with art activities! Best for ages 2+.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: YS Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 2-4
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

Stories come to life with art activities! Best for ages 2+.

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.

A graphic of a decorated wooden box and shooting stars

Wish Box Decorating

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Families

NEW DATE- Decorate your own wooden wish box at South Side on January 29th from 4-5pm! This event is best for ages 4 and up. Registration required

Registration Required
Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

NEW DATE- Decorate your own wooden wish box at South Side on January 29th from 4-5pm! This event is best for ages 4 and up. 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.

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.

Winter Craft

Winter Craft Time

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Families

It's snow much fun to make winter crafts!

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

It's snow much fun to make winter crafts!

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.

North Star Painting

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Learn step by step how to paint a star filled night sky using acrylic paint on canvas.

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

Learn step by step how to paint a star filled night sky using acrylic paint on canvas.

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.

Winter Storytimes

Story & Art (Ages 2+)

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 2-4

Stories come to life with art activities! Best for ages 2+.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: YS Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 2-4
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

Stories come to life with art activities! Best for ages 2+.

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.

Fiber Arts Poster

Fiber Arts & Friends

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Laros Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Bring your knitting, crocheting, cross-stitch, sewing, or macrame, etc. to the Main Library to chat with fellow enthusiasts and work on your projects. All ages, experience levels, and crafts are welcome and we're happy to teach beginners!

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Laros Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Bring your knitting, crocheting, cross-stitch, sewing, or macrame, etc. to the Main Library to chat with fellow enthusiasts and work on your projects. All ages, experience levels, and crafts are welcome and we're happy to teach beginners!

cross stitch heart

Cross-Stitch Workshop: Retro Valentine Heart

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Bethlehem Township - Coolidge
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Create a little 80s retro Valentine heart in this beginning cross-stitch workshop. All supplies provided. Registration is required.  

Registration Required
Library Branch: Bethlehem Township - Coolidge
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create a little 80s retro Valentine heart in this beginning cross-stitch workshop. All supplies provided. Registration is 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.

Valentine

Valentine Buffet (Families)

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Families

Drop in to make a Valentine for your favorite person! We'll supply everything you need.

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

Drop in to make a Valentine for your favorite person! We'll supply everything you need.

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. 

Paper Art Holiday Card Design

Paper Art Holiday Card Design

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Cohen Room North Area at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Join Alicia Vincelette of Inked Edge Paper Art for this holiday card making workshop. Free, but space is limited. Open to ages 10 and up with parental supervision. Registration is required.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Cohen Room North Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Alicia Vincelette of Inked Edge Paper Art for this holiday card making workshop. Free, but space is limited. Open to ages 10 and up with parental supervision. Registration is required.

Winter Storytimes

Story & Art (Ages 2+)

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 2-4

Stories come to life with art activities! Best for ages 2+.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: YS Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 2-4
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

Stories come to life with art activities! Best for ages 2+.

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.

Pink flyer with hearts and ladybugs

Paper Plate Love Bugs

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Elementary (Grades K-5), Families

Come make some creative “love bugs” to share with family and friends. Treats will be served! Best suited for grades K-5. Registration is required.

Registration Required
Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Elementary (Grades K-5), Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come make some creative “love bugs” to share with family and friends. Treats will be served! Best suited for grades K-5. Registration is 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.

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.

Ace of Hearts

Ace of Hearts Painting Class

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Join us to create a simple Valentine's Day inspired Ace of Hearts card artwork using acrylic paint on canvas.

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

Join us to create a simple Valentine's Day inspired Ace of Hearts card artwork using acrylic paint on canvas.

Great Backyard Bird Count and Birds of the Lehigh Valley Book Launch

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Cohen Room Complete at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Celebration, Lecture
Age Group:
Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families, Adults

Celebrate birds and citizen science with a fun, interactive morning for all ages! Enjoy bird-themed crafts, puzzles, games, and bird ID activities, along with tips on how to participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count from home.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Cohen Room Complete
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, Lecture
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate birds and citizen science with a fun, interactive morning for all ages! Enjoy bird-themed crafts, puzzles, games, and bird ID activities, along with tips on how to participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count from home.

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.

Join us for a reading of The Color Monster by Anna Llenas and a craft where we make our own monsters out of yarn! This is a program for children ages 4 and up.

Color Monster Storytime

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Elementary (Grades K-5), Families

Join us for a reading of The Color Monster by Anna Llenas and a craft where we make our own monsters out of yarn! This is a program for children ages 4 and up. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Elementary (Grades K-5), Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a reading of The Color Monster by Anna Llenas and a craft where we make our own monsters out of yarn! This is a program for children ages 4 and up. 

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.

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

Winter Storytimes

Story & Art (Ages 2+)

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 2-4

Stories come to life with art activities! Best for ages 2+.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: YS Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 2-4
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

Stories come to life with art activities! Best for ages 2+.

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.

Fiber Arts Poster

Fiber Arts & Friends

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Laros Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Bring your knitting, crocheting, cross-stitch, sewing, or macrame, etc. to the Main Library to chat with fellow enthusiasts and work on your projects. All ages, experience levels, and crafts are welcome and we're happy to teach beginners!

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Laros Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Bring your knitting, crocheting, cross-stitch, sewing, or macrame, etc. to the Main Library to chat with fellow enthusiasts and work on your projects. All ages, experience levels, and crafts are welcome and we're happy to teach beginners!

Winter Storytimes

Story & Art (Ages 2+)

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 2-4

Stories come to life with art activities! Best for ages 2+.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: YS Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 2-4
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

Stories come to life with art activities! Best for ages 2+.

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.

Colorful flyer with cats and a dog

Animal Crafts

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Pre-K, Elementary (Grades K-5)

Come and make some paw-some crafts as we celebrate Love Your Pets Day at South Side! Registration required

Registration Required
Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Pre-K, Elementary (Grades K-5)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come and make some paw-some crafts as we celebrate Love Your Pets Day at South Side! 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.

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.

Fiber Arts Poster

Fiber Arts & Friends

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Laros Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Bring your knitting, crocheting, cross-stitch, sewing, or macrame, etc. to the Main Library to chat with fellow enthusiasts and work on your projects. All ages, experience levels, and crafts are welcome and we're happy to teach beginners!

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Laros Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Bring your knitting, crocheting, cross-stitch, sewing, or macrame, etc. to the Main Library to chat with fellow enthusiasts and work on your projects. All ages, experience levels, and crafts are welcome and we're happy to teach beginners!

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. 

Window Sunset Painting

Window Sunset Painting

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Create your own painting of a sunset through a window using acrylic paint on black canvas.

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

Create your own painting of a sunset through a window using acrylic paint on black canvas.

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.

Fiber Arts Poster

Fiber Arts & Friends

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Laros Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Bring your knitting, crocheting, cross-stitch, sewing, or macrame, etc. to the Main Library to chat with fellow enthusiasts and work on your projects. All ages, experience levels, and crafts are welcome and we're happy to teach beginners!

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Laros Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Bring your knitting, crocheting, cross-stitch, sewing, or macrame, etc. to the Main Library to chat with fellow enthusiasts and work on your projects. All ages, experience levels, and crafts are welcome and we're happy to teach beginners!