Event List

Age Group
Age Group
Program Type
Library Branch
Ongoing Events + Crafts
Registration Type

Primary tabs

This event is in the "Pre-K" group
This event is in the "Birth - 24 Months" group
This event is in the "Ages 2-4" group

Barnyard Storytime and Recycling Craft

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4

Wasting paper is baaaaad! Join us at South Side for a storytime and craft using recycled paper to celebrate Earth Day. This event is best for children pre-K to 6. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Wasting paper is baaaaad! Join us at South Side for a storytime and craft using recycled paper to celebrate Earth Day. This event is best for children pre-K to 6. 

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.

This event is in the "Elementary (Grades K-5)" group
This event is in the "Teen (Grades 6-12)" group

Homework Help

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Tutoring
Age Group:
Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12)

Drop in with your homework! Lehigh University tutors provided by Alpha Phi will be at the library to help with homework in all subjects. (Grades K-12)

No Registration is required

Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12)
Program Type: Tutoring
Event Details:

Drop in with your homework! Lehigh University tutors provided by Alpha Phi will be at the library to help with homework in all subjects. (Grades K-12)

No 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.

This event is in the "Pre-K" group
This event is in the "Ages 2-4" group

Preschool Dance Party

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Pre-K, Ages 2-4

Celebrate Spring with music and movement!

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

Celebrate Spring with music and movement!

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Free Virtual English Classes/Gratis Virtual Ingles Clases

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Laros Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Join these free virtual English classes on Zoom from home or from the library.

https://zoom.us/wc/join/88554987572

Zoom ID: 885 5498 7572

Zoom Password: BAPL

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Laros Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Join these free virtual English classes on Zoom from home or from the library.

https://zoom.us/wc/join/88554987572

Zoom ID: 885 5498 7572

Zoom Password: BAPL

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 event is in the "Adults" group

Color Yourself Calm

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:30pm
Laros Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Enjoy a peaceful and creative atmosphere with all materials provided, along with light refreshments.

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

Enjoy a peaceful and creative atmosphere with all materials provided, along with light refreshments.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Qigong - Meditation and Relaxation Training

Saturday, April 18, 2026 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,...

Classes are held simultaneously in-person and on Zoom.

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

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.

Classes are held simultaneously in-person and on Zoom.

This event is in the "Pre-K" group
This event is in the "Birth - 24 Months" group
This event is in the "Ages 2-4" group

Preschool Storytime at South Side

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4
Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4
Program Type: Storytime

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.

This event is in the "Pre-K" group
This event is in the "Birth - 24 Months" group
This event is in the "Ages 2-4" group
This event is in the "Elementary (Grades K-5)" group
This event is in the "Teen (Grades 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Families" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

National Library Week Spirit Week

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 9:00am - 8:00pm
Main Library
Program Type:
Celebration
Age Group:
Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families, Adults

Celebrate National Library Week with us and take part in the first SPIRIT WEEK AT BAPL!

Monday: Twin Day -- Come dressed identically to a library pal

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

Celebrate National Library Week with us and take part in the first SPIRIT WEEK AT BAPL!

Monday: Twin Day -- Come dressed identically to a library pal

This event is in the "Pre-K" group
This event is in the "Birth - 24 Months" group
This event is in the "Ages 2-4" group
This event is in the "Families" group

Toddler Play Time at the South Side Library

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am
South Side Branch
Age Group:
Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4, Families

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!

Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, 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 toys provided!

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Qigong: Meditation and Relaxation

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:15pm
Cohen Room South Area at Main Library
Program Type:
Qigong
Age Group:
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Cohen Room South Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Qigong
Registration Required

Homework Help (Grades 1-12)

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Tutoring

Stop in for help with your assignments, grades 1-12. No need to register, just sign in when you get here. Tutors are Moravian University students working in the America Reads program. 

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

Stop in for help with your assignments, grades 1-12. No need to register, just sign in when you get here. Tutors are Moravian University students working in the America Reads program. 

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 event is in the "Adults" group

DIY Terrarium Workshop

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Join us at South Side as we celebrate Earth Day by recycling glass jars to make and decorate our own terrariums! You bring the lidded glass jar, we provide everything you need to turn it into a terrarium. 

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

Join us at South Side as we celebrate Earth Day by recycling glass jars to make and decorate our own terrariums! You bring the lidded glass jar, we provide everything you need to turn it into a terrarium. 

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 event is in the "Elementary (Grades K-5)" group
This event is in the "Teen (Grades 6-12)" group

Homework Help

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Tutoring
Age Group:
Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12)

Drop in with your homework! Lehigh University tutors provided by Alpha Phi will be at the library to help with homework in all subjects. (Grades K-12)

No Registration is required

Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12)
Program Type: Tutoring
Event Details:

Drop in with your homework! Lehigh University tutors provided by Alpha Phi will be at the library to help with homework in all subjects. (Grades K-12)

No 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.

This event is in the "Pre-K" group
This event is in the "Birth - 24 Months" group
This event is in the "Ages 2-4" group
This event is in the "Elementary (Grades K-5)" group
This event is in the "Teen (Grades 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Families" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Surviving Hiroshima: Author and Hibaku Violin Music and Talk

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Cohen Room Complete at Main Library
Program Type:
Author Event, Performance
Age Group:
Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families, Adults

From the chaos of the Russian Revolution and WWII comes a story of miraculous survival.

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: Author Event, Performance
Registration Required
Event Details:

From the chaos of the Russian Revolution and WWII comes a story of miraculous survival.

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.

This event is in the "Elementary (Grades K-5)" group
This event is in the "Teen (Grades 6-12)" group

Cryptid Club: Squonk (Ages 8-18)

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Club
Age Group:
Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12)

Ever wondered about folkloric creatures that go bump in the night? Join us for our next club meeting, where we will learn about cryptids and do activities! Every meeting will be a different cryptid!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: YS Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12)
Program Type: Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ever wondered about folkloric creatures that go bump in the night? Join us for our next club meeting, where we will learn about cryptids and do activities! Every meeting will be a different cryptid!

Spanish Conversation

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
South Side Branch

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.

Library Branch: South Side Branch
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.

This event is in the "Pre-K" group
This event is in the "Birth - 24 Months" group
This event is in the "Ages 2-4" group
This event is in the "Elementary (Grades K-5)" group
This event is in the "Teen (Grades 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Families" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

National Library Week Spirit Week

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 9:00am - 8:00pm
Main Library
Program Type:
Celebration
Age Group:
Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families, Adults

Celebrate National Library Week with us and take part in the first SPIRIT WEEK AT BAPL!

Monday: Twin Day -- Come dressed identically to a library pal

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

Celebrate National Library Week with us and take part in the first SPIRIT WEEK AT BAPL!

Monday: Twin Day -- Come dressed identically to a library pal

Homework Help (Grades 1-12)

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Tutoring

Stop in for help with your assignments, grades 1-12. No need to register, just sign in when you get here. Tutors are Moravian University students working in the America Reads program. 

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

Stop in for help with your assignments, grades 1-12. No need to register, just sign in when you get here. Tutors are Moravian University students working in the America Reads program. 

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 event is in the "Elementary (Grades K-5)" group
This event is in the "Teen (Grades 6-12)" group

Homework Help

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Tutoring
Age Group:
Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12)

Drop in with your homework! Lehigh University tutors provided by Alpha Phi will be at the library to help with homework in all subjects. (Grades K-12)

No Registration is required

Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12)
Program Type: Tutoring
Event Details:

Drop in with your homework! Lehigh University tutors provided by Alpha Phi will be at the library to help with homework in all subjects. (Grades K-12)

No 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Seed to Supper

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults

Join Lehigh Valley Master Gardeners in learning how to build healthy soil, plan your growing space, choose your crops, care for your growing garden, and harvest your bounty!

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

Join Lehigh Valley Master Gardeners in learning how to build healthy soil, plan your growing space, choose your crops, care for your growing garden, and harvest your bounty!

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.

Youth Literature Censorship panel

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Cohen Room South Area at Main Library

You're telling my kids they can't read this book?

An author, a librarian, and a bookseller discuss book banning.

Panel includes:

Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Cohen Room South Area
Registration Required
Event Details:

You're telling my kids they can't read this book?

An author, a librarian, and a bookseller discuss book banning.

Panel includes:

This event is in the "Adults" group

Fiber Arts & Friends

Tuesday, April 21, 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!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Virtual Film Club

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Film Club
Age Group:
Adults
Virtual Film Club:

Each month we pick a culturally or historically significant film for library patrons to watch and discuss. Watch the film on your own time, then meet with our virtual film club to ...

This month's film is The Hitch-Hiker (1953), directed by Ida Lupino. See below for information on this fascinating film:

WHERE TO WATCH

Kanopy, YouTube, Prime Video, Wikipedia

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

Virtual Film Club

Each month we pick a culturally or historically significant film for library patrons to watch and discuss. Watch the film on your own time, then meet with our virtual film club to discuss the film on Zoom. Registration is required. Zoom Invites will be sent out via email.

This month's film is The Hitch-Hiker (1953), directed by Ida Lupino. See below for information on this fascinating film:

WHERE TO WATCH

Kanopy, YouTube, Prime Video, Wikipedia

This event is in the "Pre-K" group
This event is in the "Birth - 24 Months" group
This event is in the "Ages 2-4" group
This event is in the "Elementary (Grades K-5)" group
This event is in the "Teen (Grades 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Families" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

National Library Week Spirit Week

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 9:00am - 8:00pm
Main Library
Program Type:
Celebration
Age Group:
Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families, Adults

Celebrate National Library Week with us and take part in the first SPIRIT WEEK AT BAPL!

Monday: Twin Day -- Come dressed identically to a library pal

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

Celebrate National Library Week with us and take part in the first SPIRIT WEEK AT BAPL!

Monday: Twin Day -- Come dressed identically to a library pal