Upcoming Events

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.

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. 

Join our in-person discussion on the book, The Talent Code by Daniel Coyle. 

Share your thoughts and collaborate with others in the community! 

The weather is warm and everything is growing. Join us for a springtime story session. Plant a seed that will flower later in Summer in your yard or in a container. No registration is required. All families welcome!

Young children between the ages of 2 1/2 - 5 will enjoy a special outside storytime with engaging picture books, songs, rhymes, fun, and a simple take-home craft. (weather permitting)

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

Classes are held simultaneously in-person and on Zoom.

Learn about the Civil War with Cory Dieterly, Moravian University archivist and Civil War historian. Listen to a story and see an authentic reproduction of a Union Army soldier's uniform and accompanying gear.

TEENS are welcome to join us at the South Side Library for a Painting With Yarn Art Class!  Find your inner artist with this simple and fun art method!  

How successful you are in life simply depends on how well you can use your mind and body. This session will offer simple, but powerful yoga postures to bring stability and balance to your life.

Classes are held simultaneously in-person and on Zoom.

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.

Each month, choose your own book that fits the theme! May's theme is to choose a short story/novella. For book suggestions, please email amadden@bapl.org

Zoom link will be emailed the morning of the meeting

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.

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!  

Complete community service hours, meet other teens, help the library plan and prep for upcoming teen and family events. Located in the Youth Services area on the 2nd floor of the Main Library. For Grades 6-12 only. 

Bring your knitting and crocheting (and cross stitch and sewing and macrame and...) to the Bethlehem Area Public Library to chat with fellow enthusiasts and work on your projects.

This month's film is EO (2022), directed by Jerzy Skolimowski

Join us for a yoga storytime! Get your kiddos flowing, moving, and grooving and then settle into a restful position for a story.

Please bring your own yoga mat or towel.

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

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

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

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

Mindfulness is a state of active, open attention to the present. This five-part series will introduce you to the practice of mindfulness in several facets of life.