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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Time	Sun (11/30)	Mon (12/01)	Tue (12/02)	Wed (12/03)	Thu (12/04)	Fri (12/05)	Sat (12/06)
All Day			Closing Library Closed Today (Tuesday, December 2) All Day All Branches Branches: Main Library, South Side Branch, Bethlehem Township - Coolidge, Fountain Hill - Books on the Hill, Outreach, Bookmobile, Virtual Description: Due to the inclement weather, the Library is closed today (all locations).	Closing Books on the Hill CLOSED Today All Day Fountain Hill - Books on the Hill Branches: Fountain Hill - Books on the Hill	Closing Copy of Books on the Hill CLOSED Today All Day Fountain Hill - Books on the Hill Branches: Fountain Hill - Books on the Hill
10 am						This event is in the "Adults" group Mary Pat Beebe Book Club 10:00am–11:00am Adults Virtual Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group 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	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 📚BAPL Book Sale📚 10:00am–4:00pm Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families, Adults Main 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 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. 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 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.
11 am							This event is in the "Adults" group Paper Art Holiday Card Design 11:00am–12:00pm Adults Main Library Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Main Library Room: Cohen Room North Area Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Join Alicia Vincelette of Inked Edge Paper Art for this Holiday card making workshop. Free, but space is limited. Open to ages 10 and up with parental supervision. Registration is 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 This event is in the "Adults" group Sip & Stitch 11:00am–12:00pm 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 Library Branch: Fountain Hill - Books on the Hill Age Group: Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Join us for a relaxing morning of slow stitching. No previous experience is needed. Slow stitching is about slowing down and enjoying the process. Fabric, needle, and thread are provided, as is tea.
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. 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 📚BAPL Book Sale📚 12:00pm–8:00pm Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families, Adults Main 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.			This event is in the "Adults" group Pet Portrait Painting 12:00pm–1:30pm Adults South Side Branch Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: South Side Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Join us for a painting workshop where you will learn to paint a portrait of your pet using acrylic paint on a round wooden canvas. 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.
1 pm				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!
2 pm
3 pm							This event is in the "Adults" group Troublemakers' Cafe Food, Clothing & Toy Drive 3:00pm–4:30pm Adults Main Library This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Main Library Room: Cohen Room Complete Age Group: Adults Event Details: Join Troublemaker’s Cafe to come together to support our neighbors. We’re collecting non-perishable food, clothing, and toys to benefit unhoused and struggling members of our community.
4 pm
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.
6 pm		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 "Teen (Grades 6-12)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled Coolidge Mural Project: Session 4 6:00pm–7:00pm Teen (Grades 6-12), Adults Bethlehem Township - Coolidge Registration Required This event is in the "Teen (Grades 6-12)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bethlehem Township - Coolidge Age Group: Teen (Grades 6-12), Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop Registration Required Event Details: Lehigh Valley Muralist, Kyle Edwards, will lead this series of interactive workshops where community members take part in both the design & painting of a unique library mural right here in the Coolidge hallway! 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 Fiber Arts & Friends 6:00pm–7:45pm 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: 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.	This event is in the "Adults" group Festive Ferments: Recipes for a Healthier Holiday 6:00pm–6:45pm Adults Bethlehem Township - Coolidge Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bethlehem Township - Coolidge Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness, Workshop Registration Required Event Details: The holidays are a time for gathering, gratitude, and — food! Kick off the holiday season by learning how to make some festive ferments for your holiday table or to give as gifts. Carmela Cirilli, of The Cultured Club, will de 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.