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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 

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 

Hard Hat Hank

Hard Hat Hank Story & Building Playtime (Ages 2+)

Friday, December 5, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime, STEM
Age Group:
Pre-K, Ages 2-4

Join us for a Hard Hat Hank and the Sky-High Solution storytime, followed by building blocks play. For ages 2+

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: YS Meeting Room
Age Group: Pre-K, Ages 2-4
Program Type: Storytime, STEM
Event Details:

Join us for a Hard Hat Hank and the Sky-High Solution storytime, followed by building blocks play. 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.

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 ! ✨

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.

Stock photo of a person meditating on top of a mountain

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.

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.

Paper Art Holiday Card Design

Paper Art Holiday Card Design

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Cohen Room North Area at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

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.

Registration Required
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.

Sip & Stitch – First Saturdays this winter at Books on the Hill, Spiegel St & Stanley Ave, Fountain Hill

Sip & Stitch

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Fountain Hill - Books on the Hill
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families, Adults

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. 

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. 

painting of dog with black fur and a green sweater

Pet Portrait Painting

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

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. 

Registration Required
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.

Holiday Card Writing Workshop

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Cohen Room South Area at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Writing Group

Take a break from the busy holiday season by stopping by the library to pen holiday prose from the heart on cards being delivered to the eldery in nursing homes.  All materials are provided.  Bring your warm wishes and creativity!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Cohen Room South Area
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Writing Group
Registration Required
Event Details:

Take a break from the busy holiday season by stopping by the library to pen holiday prose from the heart on cards being delivered to the eldery in nursing homes.  All materials are provided.  Bring your warm wishes and creativity!

Card Making

Make a Holiday Card (Families)

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Families

Drop in to make a holiday or winter card for your favorite person! Just bring your creativity--we'll provide the craft supplies!

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: YS Meeting Room
Age Group: Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Drop in to make a holiday or winter card for your favorite person! Just bring your creativity--we'll provide the craft supplies!

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.

Troublemakers' Cafe Food, Clothing & Toy Drive

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Cohen Room Complete at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults

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.

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.

Information Session with Ivy Rehab for Kids at South Side Playtime Monday 12/8 11am-12pm

Ivy Info Session at Toddler Play Time- South Side Library

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
South Side Branch
Age Group:
Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4, Families

Ivy Rehab for Kids will be joining us at Playtime on Monday, Dec. 8! Come and learn about what they do to support kids, things to look out for that may indicate need for various services, and more, while your little ones play.

Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4, Families
Event Details:

Ivy Rehab for Kids will be joining us at Playtime on Monday, Dec. 8! Come and learn about what they do to support kids, things to look out for that may indicate need for various services, and more, while your little ones play.

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.

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.

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.

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
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.

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.

Spanish Conversation on Mondays 6:30-7:30. 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

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
South Side Branch

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.

Library Branch: South Side Branch
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.

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. 

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.

Fall storytime

Story & Art (Ages 2+)

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 2-4

Stories come to life with art activities! Best for ages 2+.

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.

Join us for hot chocolate and a classic holiday movie starring Jimmy Stewart!

Cocoa and Classics

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Film Club
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for hot chocolate and a classic holiday movie starring Jimmy Stewart! This event is for adults only and hot chocolate is limited on a first come, first serve basis. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Film Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for hot chocolate and a classic holiday movie starring Jimmy Stewart! This event is for adults only and hot chocolate is limited on a first come, first serve basis. 

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.

coolidge mural project

Coolidge Mural Project: Session 5

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bethlehem Township - Coolidge
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Age Group:
Teen (Grades 6-12), Adults

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!

Registration Required
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.

Professional and Personal Growth Book Club

Professional and Personal Growth Book Club

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Laros Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

Join our in-person discussion on the book  Share your thoughts and collaborate with others in the community!

If you are new to our group please register by emailing info.pursuingpassions@gmail.com.

Registration Required
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  Share your thoughts and collaborate with others in the community!

If you are new to our group please register by emailing info.pursuingpassions@gmail.com.

Winter Wildlife Watercolor Workshop Flyer

Winter Wildlife Watercolor Workshop with Raisa Kochmaruk

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Cohen Room Complete at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Cozy up with a sketchpad and some hot chocolate while we learn how to paint winter birds!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Cohen Room Complete
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Cozy up with a sketchpad and some hot chocolate while we learn how to paint winter birds!

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.

Toddler Playtime

Toddler Playtime (Babies-3 year olds)

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Age Group:
Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4

Children ages 3 and younger and their caregivers can enjoy a fun playtime together! Games and toys provided. 

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.

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.

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.