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Block Party

Preschool Block Party

Thursday, May 23, 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.

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Family Storytime at Coolidge

Thursday, May 23, 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.

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SOUTH SIDE TEEN ADVISORY BOARD

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Club, Meet and Greet
Age Group:
Teen (Grades 6-12)
Event Details:

Have a voice in your library and community while receiving community service hours!  Plan and prepare upcoming events for teens and families.  Develop leadership skills w...

Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Teen (Grades 6-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Club, Meet and Greet
Event Details:

Have a voice in your library and community while receiving community service hours!  Plan and prepare upcoming events for teens and families.  Develop leadership skills while creating the teen library experience. 

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.

CLOSED (Memorial Day Weekend)

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 (Memorial Day)

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
playtime at the library

Playtime at the Southside Library

Tuesday, May 28, 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!  

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Preschool Storytime at the Southside Library

Wednesday, May 29, 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 on Wednesday mornings for songs, stories, hands-on learning, and a simple craft to take home!  This program is held...

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 on Wednesday mornings for songs, stories, hands-on learning, and a simple craft to take home! 

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Preschool Storytime at the Southside Library

Wednesday, May 29, 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 on Wednesday mornings for songs, stories, hands-on learning, and a simple craft to take home!  This program is held...

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 on Wednesday mornings for songs, stories, hands-on learning, and a simple craft to take 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.

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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Gentle Yoga

Wednesday, May 29, 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.

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Latin Club (for Grades 3-8)

Wednesday, May 29, 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 29, 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.

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Memoirs Only Book Club: Crying in H Mart

Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bethlehem Township - Coolidge
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Please join us for an intimate and lively discussion of select memoirs throughout the year. As we celebrate both mothers and Asian and Pacific heritages in the month of May, our...

Registration
Library Branch: Bethlehem Township - Coolidge
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Please join us for an intimate and lively discussion of select memoirs throughout the year.

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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Artificial Intelligence is Here. Use With Care!

Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cohen Room South Area at Main Library
Program Type:
Lecture, STEM
Age Group:
Teen (Grades 6-12), Adults
Event Details:

Would you like to know more about artificial intelligence? Dr. Brennan Pursell of DeSales University presents an overview of current technology with practical suggestions about ...

Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Cohen Room South Area
Age Group: Teen (Grades 6-12), Adults
Program Type: Lecture, STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Would you like to know more about artificial intelligence?

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Family Storytime at Coolidge

Thursday, May 30, 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.

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After School Kids Yoga Storytime

Thursday, May 30, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Yoga, Storytime
Age Group:
Pre-K, Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Families
Event Details:

Join us for an after-school yoga storytime with Larissa Noto from The Lovely Little Lotus!  Please bring your own mat or towel! *Please note that this program will be he...

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

Join us for an after-school yoga storytime with Larissa Noto from The Lovely Little Lotus! 

Please bring your own mat or towel!

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.

Chess Program

Chess (Adult Beginner and Intermediate Players)

Friday, May 31, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Cohen Room North Area at Main Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families, Adults
Event Details:

Chess for beginners and intermediate players with nationally-ranked chess expert, Chris Giannaras.  Registration opens one week prior to each class.  Parking is available...

Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Cohen Room North Area
Age Group: Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families, Adults
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Chess for beginners and intermediate players with nationally-ranked chess expert, Chris Giannaras.  Registration opens one week prior to each class.  Parking is available in the garage on the west side on Saturdays.  A parent is req

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Qigong - Meditation and Relaxation Training

Saturday, June 1, 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.

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Jigsaw Puzzle Swap

Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Laros Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Would you like to trade your “like-new” jigsaw puzzle for one that is “new to you”? Come to our puzzle swap! Bring up to five puzzles and find some new challenges to take home. ...

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

Would you like to trade your “like-new” jigsaw puzzle for one that is “new to you”? Come to our puzzle swap! Bring up to five puzzles and find some new challenges to take home.

Storytime @ the Kemerer Museum!

Sunday, June 2, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Outreach
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families
Event Details:

Did you know that the roots of the modern hotel can be traced to ancient Rome? During the 19th century, the expansion of the middle class led to a rise in the construction of hotel...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach
Age Group: Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

Did you know that the roots of the modern hotel can be traced to ancient Rome? During the 19th century, the expansion of the middle class led to a rise in the construction of hotels and growth of the hospitality industry.

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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Storytime @ the Moravian Museum!

Sunday, June 2, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Outreach
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families
Event Details:

In the 18th and 19th century tavern and inn signs served as the first form of roadway advertising. These wooden signs were painted on both sides and typically featured the innholde...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach
Age Group: Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

In the 18th and 19th century tavern and inn signs served as the first form of roadway advertising. These wooden signs were painted on both sides and typically featured the innholder’s initials, the date the inn was established, and an image.

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

Monday, June 3, 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, June 3, 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.

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The Art of Mindful Breathing

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:15pm
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Come join us as we learn to destress and practice the art of mindful breathing!  Please bring your own yoga mat or towel. *This event is for adults only and is only acce...

Registration
Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come join us as we learn to destress and practice the art of mindful breathing! 

Please bring your own yoga mat or towel.

*This event is for adults only and 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.

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, June 3, 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.