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HOLIDAY (Christmas)

All Day
Main Library, South Side Branch, Bethlehem Township - Coolidge, Fountain Hill - Books on the Hill, Outreach, Bookmobile, Virtual

Merry Christmas!

Closing
Branches:
Main Library, South Side Branch, Bethlehem Township - Coolidge, Fountain Hill - Books on the Hill, Outreach, Bookmobile, Virtual
Description:

Merry Christmas!

winter storytime @ coolidge

Family Storytime at Coolidge

Thursday, December 26, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Bethlehem Township - Coolidge
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Pre-K, Ages 2-4
Event Details:

Cozy, classic storytimes at the Coolidge branch with new and favorite picture books, rhymes, fingerplays, songs, and more! Registration is required since space is limited. Best sui...

Registration
Library Branch: Bethlehem Township - Coolidge
Age Group: Pre-K, Ages 2-4
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Cozy, classic storytimes at the Coolidge branch with new and favorite picture books, rhymes, fingerplays, songs, and more! Registration is required since space is limited. Best suited for ages 2 and up, but all are welcome. 

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.

Build It!

Build It!

Thursday, December 26, 2024 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Families
Event Details:

Let your imagination and your inner engineer go wild! Build with our collections of LEGOs, DUPLOs, magnetic tiles, and more.There are fun and safe materials for the ...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: YS Meeting Room
Age Group: Families
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Let your imagination and your inner engineer go wild! Build with our collections of LEGOs, DUPLOs, magnetic tiles, and more.

There are fun and safe materials for the littlest engineers to build, too!

 

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.

santa paws sami

Santa Paws: Read Aloud to a Therapy Dog

Thursday, December 26, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Bethlehem Township - Coolidge
Program Type:
Meet and Greet
Age Group:
Elementary (Grades K-5)
Event Details:

All aboard with Santa Paws! Our newest therapy dog, Sami, will be at the Coolidge library from 1-2pm the day after Christmas to listen to kids read some favorite stories to him.&nb...

Registration
Library Branch: Bethlehem Township - Coolidge
Age Group: Elementary (Grades K-5)
Program Type: Meet and Greet
Registration Required
Event Details:

All aboard with Santa Paws!

Craft Buffet

Kids' Craft Buffet

Friday, December 27, 2024 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
YS Public Area at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Families
Event Details:

Get creative! We'll have materials out for you to get crafty.

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

Get creative! We'll have materials out for you to get crafty.

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.

JUNK JOURNAL WORKSHOP - Friday, Dec 27 at 11 AM - Books on the Hill, Spiegel St & Stanley Ave, Fountain Hill PA

Junk Journal Workshop

Friday, December 27, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Fountain Hill - Books on the Hill
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teen (Grades 6-12), Families, Adults
Event Details:

Learn how to make a groovy, eco-friendly journal out of scrap materials! All supplies are provided. Registration is highly recommended, as space is limited.

Registration
Library Branch: Fountain Hill - Books on the Hill
Age Group: Teen (Grades 6-12), Families, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to make a groovy, eco-friendly journal out of scrap materials! All supplies are provided. Registration is highly recommended, as space is limited.

The flyer has the words 'PLAYTIME' in large letters surrounded by colorful shapes and the details of the event

Playtime at the Southside Library

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Other
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 toys...

Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Pre-K, Ages 2-4, Families
Program Type: Other
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! 

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.

BAPL Open Mic Night

Open Mic Night @BAPL

Monday, December 30, 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.

Cozy Cuddle

Cozy Cuddle Storytime

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Families
Event Details:

Come in your jammies and bring a favorite stuffed toy for cozy stories.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: YS Meeting Room
Age Group: Families
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Come in your jammies and bring a favorite stuffed toy for cozy stories.

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.

CLOSING at 5:00 PM (New Year's Eve)

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library, South Side Branch, Bethlehem Township - Coolidge, Fountain Hill - Books on the Hill, Outreach, Bookmobile, Virtual

Closing at 5:00 PM

Closing
Branches:
Main Library, South Side Branch, Bethlehem Township - Coolidge, Fountain Hill - Books on the Hill, Outreach, Bookmobile, Virtual
Description:

Closing at 5:00 PM

HOLIDAY (New Year's Day)

All Day
Main Library, South Side Branch, Bethlehem Township - Coolidge, Fountain Hill - Books on the Hill, Outreach, Bookmobile, Virtual

New Year's Day

Closing
Branches:
Main Library, South Side Branch, Bethlehem Township - Coolidge, Fountain Hill - Books on the Hill, Outreach, Bookmobile, Virtual
Description:

New Year's Day

winter storytime @ coolidge

Family Storytime at Coolidge

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Bethlehem Township - Coolidge
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Pre-K, Ages 2-4
Event Details:

Cozy, classic storytimes at the Coolidge branch with new and favorite picture books, rhymes, fingerplays, songs, and more! Registration is required since space is limited. Best sui...

Registration
Library Branch: Bethlehem Township - Coolidge
Age Group: Pre-K, Ages 2-4
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Cozy, classic storytimes at the Coolidge branch with new and favorite picture books, rhymes, fingerplays, songs, and more! Registration is required since space is limited. Best suited for ages 2 and up, but all are welcome. 

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 cover

Mary Pat Beebe Book Club

Friday, January 3, 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...

Event Details:

This month's book is Gilead (2004) by Marilynne Robinson

Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required

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.

Event Details:

This month's book is Gilead (2004) by Marilynne Robinson

Read to Dog

Read to a Therapy Dog

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Age Group:
Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12)
Event Details:

Drop in for a turn to read to a gentle therapy dog. For elementary through high school students; students must be able to read on their own. No registration required.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: YS Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12)
Event Details:

Drop in for a turn to read to a gentle therapy dog. For elementary through high school students; students must be able to read on their own. 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.

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.

Jaunt

January Jaunt

Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Families
Event Details:

Join us for a brisk parade on the library porch. Then we'll go inside to string winter treats for our outside furry and feathered friends. We'll meet in the lobby by the front door...

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

Join us for a brisk parade on the library porch. Then we'll go inside to string winter treats for our outside furry and feathered friends. We'll meet in the lobby by the front door to start.

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.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

The flyer has the words 'PLAYTIME' in large letters surrounded by colorful shapes and the details of the event

Playtime at the Southside Library

Monday, January 6, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Other
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 toys...

Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Pre-K, Ages 2-4, Families
Program Type: Other
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! 

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, January 6, 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,...

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, January 6, 2025 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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Taste and Tell: A Library Cookbook Club

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Cohen Room North Area at Main Library
Program Type:
Club, Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Connect with fellow food lovers in our monthly Cookbook Club, led by Chef Melanie Lino of From Lino. Explore new recipes, share favorite cookbooks, and bring a prepared dish to tas...

Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Cohen Room North Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Club, Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Connect with fellow food lovers in our monthly Cookbook Club, led by Chef Melanie Lino of From Lino.

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.

Fiber Arts Poster

Fiber Arts & Friends

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Laros Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
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. All ages, experience levels, ...

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.

Nuture Nature Center Logo

Engaging Together for Local Climate Action

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Bethlehem and Easton’s Climate Action Plans (CAPs) set ambitious goals to cut greenhouse gas emissions to near zero. But how can these plans become reality? The Nurture Nature Cent...

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

Bethlehem and Easton’s Climate Action Plans (CAPs) set ambitious goals to cut greenhouse gas emissions to near zero. But how can these plans become reality?

the flyer shows a child holding a book with a bunch of objects coming out of it. The text reads 'preschool storytime'

Preschool Storytime at the Southside Library

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
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 on ...

Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
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.

Stock photograph of people practicing Yoga.

Gentle Yoga

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:15pm
Laros Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Yoga
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Enjoy a meditative experience with certified yoga instructor Wendy L Thomson M.Ed., LPC RYT, Licensed Professional Counselor, and Registered Yoga Teacher. Please wear loose fitting...

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

Enjoy a meditative experience with certified yoga instructor Wendy L Thomson M.Ed., LPC RYT, Licensed Professional Counselor, and Registered Yoga Teacher. Please wear loose fitting clothing and bring a Yoga mat or towel.

A "For Rent" sign and the program title

Tenant's Rights Program with QTLV

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cohen Room South Area at Main Library
Program Type:
Lecture
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a workshop focused on helping participants understand laws and regulations around renting. We also include tips for apartment hunting as well as resources and tech...

Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Cohen Room South Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lecture
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a workshop focused on helping participants understand laws and regulations around renting.