Main Library

9:00am-6:00pm

Bethlehem Area Public Library - Main Branch
11 West Church Street
Bethlehem, PA 18018
United States

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Sun: Closed

Mon: 9:00am-8:00pm

Tue: Closed

Wed: 9:00am-8:00pm

Thu-Fri: 9:00am-6:00pm

Sat: 10:00am-5:00pm

South Side Branch

Closed

400 Webster St.
Bethlehem, PA 18015
United States

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Sun: Closed

Mon: 10:00am-6:00pm

Tue: Closed

Wed-Thu: 10:00am-6:00pm

Fri-Sat: Closed

Bethlehem Township - Coolidge

6:59pm-6:59pmCLOSED

BAPL Coolidge
2740 Fifth Street
Bethlehem, PA 18020
United States

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Sun-Mon: 6:59pm-6:59pmCLOSED

Tue: Closed

Wed: 11:00am-7:00pm

Thu: 11:00am-5:00pm

Fri: 6:59pm-6:59pmCLOSED

Sat: 10:00am-2:00pm2nd Saturday of the Month

Fountain Hill - Books on the Hill

1:00pm-5:00pm

BAPL Fountain Hill
Stanley & Spiegel Streets
Bethlehem, PA 18015
United States

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Sun-Thu: Closed

Fri: 1:00pm-5:00pm

Sat: 10:00am-2:00pm1st and 3rd Saturdays

Week Calendar

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10 am		This event is in the "Adults" group Story Circles: Growing Appreciation, Connection and Trust 10:00am–12:00pm Adults Main Library Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Laros Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Workshop Registration Required Event Details: Join professional actor and teaching artist Mark McKenna for this series inviting adults 55 and older to connect through storytelling, fostering listening and appreciation in a creative setting.	This event is in the "Ages 2-4" group Story & Art (Ages 2+) 10:00am–10:30am Ages 2-4 Main Library This event is in the "Ages 2-4" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.	This event is in the "Birth - 24 Months" group This event is in the "Ages 2-4" group Toddler Playtime (Babies-3 year olds) 10:30am–11:15am Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4 Main Library This event is in the "Birth - 24 Months" group This event is in the "Ages 2-4" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: YS Meeting Room Age Group: Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4 Event Details: Children ages 3 and younger and their caregivers can enjoy a fun playtime together! 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 "Birth - 24 Months" group Baby Storytime (Infants-24 months) 10:00am–10:30am Birth - 24 Months Main Library This event is in the "Birth - 24 Months" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: YS Meeting Room Age Group: Birth - 24 Months Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Join us for gentle stories, songs, and rhymes just right for your littlest ones. 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 Training 10:15am–11:30am Adults Main Library Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 "Families" group This event is in the "Adults" group Adult Summer Reading Button Making 10:30am–12:30pm Families, Adults Main Library This event is in the "Families" group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Huddle Room North Age Group: Families, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Design and make your own 1.5 inch pinback button with our button maker! Supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring any images you would like to use. This program is intended for adults.
11 am					This event is in the "Elementary (Grades K-5)" group Kids Explore Camouflage and Coloring! 11:00am–12:00pm Elementary (Grades K-5) Bethlehem Township - Coolidge Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary (Grades K-5)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bethlehem Township - Coolidge Age Group: Elementary (Grades K-5) Program Type: STEM Registration Required Event Details: These summer science-themed sessions for elementary school-age kids are led by Penn State Extension 4-H educators here at BAPL's Coolidge branch.		This event is in the "Pre-K" group This event is in the "Elementary (Grades K-5)" group This event is in the "Families" group Baseball Storytime and Craft (Ages 4+) 11:00am–12:00pm Pre-K, Elementary (Grades K-5), Families Main Library This event is in the "Pre-K" group This event is in the "Elementary (Grades K-5)" group This event is in the "Families" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: YS Meeting Room Age Group: Pre-K, Elementary (Grades K-5), Families Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime Event Details: Wear your team colors to this fun family story and craft time for baseball fans! Best for ages 4+. 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.
12 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group Qigong: Meditation and Relaxation 12:00pm–1:15pm Adults Main Library Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.		This event is in the "Adults" group Gentle Yoga 12:00pm–1:15pm Adults Main Library Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.
1 pm		This event is in the "Pre-K" 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 Paper Mosaics 1:00pm–2:00pm Pre-K, Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families South Side Branch Registration Required This event is in the "Pre-K" 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: South Side Branch Age Group: Pre-K, Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Let your creativity run wild with a colorful craft: Paper mosaics. We will use scissors and glue to make a mosaic. We can't wait to craft with you! 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 "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 Design Your Own UFO 1:00pm–2:00pm Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families South Side Branch Registration Required 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: South Side Branch Age Group: Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Blast Off with Colors of Space! 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 This event is in the "Families" group Magic Wands 1:00pm–2:00pm Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families South Side Branch Registration Required 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: South Side Branch Age Group: Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Let your imagination sparkle with Colors of Magic! 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 This event is in the "Families" group This event is in the "Adults" group Poem of the Week 1:00pm–5:00pm Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families, Adults Fountain Hill - Books on the Hill 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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!	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 Read To A Therapy Dog 1:00pm–2:00pm Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families South Side Branch Registration Required 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: South Side Branch Age Group: Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families Program Type: Other Registration Required Event Details: In collaboration with Pleasure of Your Company Therapy Dogs, participants can come to the library to read a book to a therapy dog!		This event is in the "Adults" group Game Day 1:00pm–3:00pm Adults Main Library Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Laros Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Gaming, Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Details: Ready, Set, Game! Welcome to Game Day, where everyone is invited to take part in classic board games and other sources of community engagement and challenging fun! Come join us for a game or two, including (but not limited to): 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.
2 pm			This event is in the "Pre-K" group This event is in the "Elementary (Grades K-5)" group This event is in the "Families" group Tiny Art Workshop (Ages 3+) 2:30pm–3:30pm Pre-K, Elementary (Grades K-5), Families Main Library This event is in the "Pre-K" group This event is in the "Elementary (Grades K-5)" group This event is in the "Families" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: YS Meeting Room Age Group: Pre-K, Elementary (Grades K-5), Families Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: To ensure that you have a space to create, please register for only one session with the Youth Services Department (610-867-3761 x499). Your space will be held for 10 minutes after the scheduled start time, so please be prompt! 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 "Teen (Grades 6-12)" group Stitch Camp (Entering Grades 6-12) 2:00pm–3:30pm Teen (Grades 6-12) Main Library This event is in the "Teen (Grades 6-12)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: YS Meeting Room Age Group: Teen (Grades 6-12) Program Type: Workshop Event Details: Learn to sew by hand! Make a rainbow flower to add some color to your space or to gift to someone special No prior sewing experience necessary. All materials will be 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.
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5 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group Open Mic Night @BAPL 5:00pm–7:30pm Adults Main Library This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.	This event is in the "Adults" group Card Making Workshop 5:30pm–6:30pm Adults South Side Branch Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: South Side Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop Registration Required Event Details: Join Alicia Vincelette of Inked Edge Paper Art for a flower themed interactive pop-up card making workshop. This class is free and all materials will be 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.
6 pm		Library Board Meeting (CANCELLED) 6:00pm–8:00pm Main Library Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Laros Room This event is in the "Adults" group Spanish Conversation 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults Virtual Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.	This event is in the "Adults" group Professional and Personal Growth Book Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Main Library Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Laros Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club Registration Required Event Details: Join our in-person discussion on the book The Undoing Project by Michael Lewis. Share your thoughts and collaborate with others in the community! This event is in the "Pre-K" group This event is in the "Elementary (Grades K-5)" group This event is in the "Families" group Tiny Art Workshop (Ages 3+) 6:00pm–7:00pm Pre-K, Elementary (Grades K-5), Families Main Library This event is in the "Pre-K" group This event is in the "Elementary (Grades K-5)" group This event is in the "Families" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: YS Meeting Room Age Group: Pre-K, Elementary (Grades K-5), Families Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: To ensure that you have a space to create, please register for only one session with the Youth Services Department (610-867-3761 x499). Your space will be held for 10 minutes after the scheduled start time, so please be prompt! 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 "Teen (Grades 6-12)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Seeds of Change: Sustainable Agriculture in the Lehigh Valley 6:30pm–7:30pm Teen (Grades 6-12), Adults Main Library Registration Required This event is in the "Teen (Grades 6-12)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Cohen Room South Area Age Group: Teen (Grades 6-12), Adults Program Type: Lecture, STEM Registration Required Event Details: Join us for an engaging presentation on the vital role biodiversity plays in supporting the health of both people and the planet.	This event is in the "Families" group This event is in the "Adults" group Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival Community Tour - Much Ado About Nothing 6:00pm–7:30pm Families, Adults Main Library Registration Required This event is in the "Families" group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Cohen Room Complete Age Group: Families, Adults Program Type: Performance, Comedy Registration Required Event Details: The Bethlehem Area Public Library is pleased to host the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival’s “Play On!” Community Tour. This year the Play On!