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Qigong: Meditation and Relaxation

Monday, December 1, 2025 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,...

Classes are held simultaneously in-person and on Zoom.

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

Open Mic

Open Mic Night @BAPL

Monday, December 1, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Cohen Room Complete at Main Library
Program Type:
Performance, Music, Comedy
Age Group:
Adults

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.

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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, December 1, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults

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.

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Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
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.

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Taste and Tell: A Library Cookbook Club

Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Cohen Room North Area at Main Library
Program Type:
Club, Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

Connect with fellow food lovers in our monthly Cookbook Club, led by Chef Melanie Lino of From Lino.

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Cohen Room North Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Club, Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Connect with fellow food lovers in our monthly Cookbook Club, led by Chef Melanie Lino of From Lino.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Fiber Arts Poster

Fiber Arts & Friends

Tuesday, December 2, 2025 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.

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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.

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Gentle Yoga

Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:15pm
Laros Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Yoga
Age Group:
Adults

Enjoy a meditative experience with an experienced Yoga Instructor. Please bring a Yoga mat or towel. Registration is required.

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

Enjoy a meditative experience with an experienced Yoga Instructor. Please bring a Yoga mat or towel. Registration is required.

Book Sale

📚BAPL Book Sale📚

Wednesday, December 3, 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.

POEM OF THE WEEK Wednesdays 1 - 5 PM @ Books on the Hill

Poem of the Week

Wednesday, December 3, 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!

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Mary Pat Beebe Book Club

Friday, December 5, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Mary Pat Beebe Book Club:

Looking for a fun and engaging book group?  Want to read some interesting and thought-provoking literature?  Join us each month on Zoom as we discuss recent award-winning...

This month's book is Dr. No (2023) by Everett, Percival 

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

Mary Pat Beebe Book Club

Looking for a fun and engaging book group?  Want to read some interesting and thought-provoking literature?  Join us each month on Zoom as we discuss recent award-winning or nominated novels in this book group that has been meeting for over twenty years. Registration is required. Zoom invites will be sent via email.

This month's book is Dr. No (2023) by Everett, Percival 

Book Sale

📚BAPL Book Sale📚

Saturday, December 6, 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.

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Qigong - Meditation and Relaxation Training

Saturday, December 6, 2025 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.

Register Now
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.

Stock photo of a person meditating on top of a mountain

Qigong: Meditation and Relaxation

Monday, December 8, 2025 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,...

Classes are held simultaneously in-person and on Zoom.

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

Open Mic

Open Mic Night @BAPL

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Cohen Room Complete at Main Library
Program Type:
Performance, Music, Comedy
Age Group:
Adults

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.

View Details
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.

Library Board Meeting

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Laros Room at Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Laros Room
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, December 8, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults

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.

View Details
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
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.

Teen Advisory Board General Meeting (Grades 6-12)

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Club, Other
Age Group:
Teen (Grades 6-12)

Open again for middle school grades to join, along with high school grades. 

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

Open again for middle school grades to join, along with high school grades. 

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Stock photograph of people practicing Yoga.

Gentle Yoga

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:15pm
Laros Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Yoga
Age Group:
Adults

Enjoy a meditative experience with an experienced Yoga Instructor. Please bring a Yoga mat or towel. Registration is required.

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

Enjoy a meditative experience with an experienced Yoga Instructor. Please bring a Yoga mat or towel. Registration is required.

POEM OF THE WEEK Wednesdays 1 - 5 PM @ Books on the Hill

Poem of the Week

Wednesday, December 10, 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!

Stock photo of a person meditating on top of a mountain

Qigong - Meditation and Relaxation Training

Saturday, December 13, 2025 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.

Register Now
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.

Stock photo of a person meditating on top of a mountain

Qigong: Meditation and Relaxation

Monday, December 15, 2025 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,...

Classes are held simultaneously in-person and on Zoom.

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

Open Mic

Open Mic Night @BAPL

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Cohen Room Complete at Main Library
Program Type:
Performance, Music, Comedy
Age Group:
Adults

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.

View Details
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, December 15, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults

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.

View Details
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
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.

Fiber Arts Poster

Fiber Arts & Friends

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Cohen Room South Area 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.

View Details
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Cohen Room South Area
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.

Virtual Film Club

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 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

Register Now
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