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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.

This event is in the "Teen (Grades 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Coolidge Mural Project: Session 4

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

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.

This event is in the "Birth - 24 Months" group
This event is in the "Ages 2-4" group

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

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.

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

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Fountain Hill - Books on the Hill
Program Type:
Literature and Writing, Performance
Age Group:
Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families, Adults

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!

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 "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

📚South Side Book Sale📚

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 7:00pm
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families, Adults

Join us at Bethlehem Area Public Library South Side for our winter book sale! Come browse our selection of used books, CDs, DVDs, audiobooks, toys, and more! Find great reads at low prices.

Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families, Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Join us at Bethlehem Area Public Library South Side for our winter book sale! Come browse our selection of used books, CDs, DVDs, audiobooks, toys, and more! Find great reads at low prices.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Holiday Faux Stained Glass

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Laros Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Make your own one-of-a-kind faux stained glass art piece! We will use permanent markers on glass to create the design of your choice to take home. We will have a selection of holiday templates available, or you can design your own.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Laros Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Make your own one-of-a-kind faux stained glass art piece! We will use permanent markers on glass to create the design of your choice to take home. We will have a selection of holiday templates available, or you can design your own.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Youth Literature Censorship Forum

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Cohen Room South Area at Main Library
Program Type:
Panel Discussion
Age Group:
Adults

"You're telling my kids they can't read this book?

Youth Literature Censorship Forum

An author, a librarian, and a bookseller discuss book banning.

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

"You're telling my kids they can't read this book?

Youth Literature Censorship Forum

An author, a librarian, and a bookseller discuss book banning.

This event is in the "Birth - 24 Months" group

Baby Storytime (Infants-24 months)

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Birth - 24 Months

Join us for gentle stories, songs, and rhymes just right for your littlest ones.

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.

Rep. Steve Samuelson Mobile Office Hours

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Other, Workshop

Need help filing your rent rebate form or any other state government related issues?

Registration Required
Library Branch: South Side Branch
Program Type: Other, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Need help filing your rent rebate form or any other state government related issues?

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 "Pre-K" group
This event is in the "Ages 2-4" group

Family Storytime

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45pm
Bethlehem Township - Coolidge
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Pre-K, Ages 2-4

Engage in storytime fun with your child as we present picture books, songs, rhymes, movement activities and more. Sessions are 1/2 hour followed by a simple storytime craft.  

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

Engage in storytime fun with your child as we present picture books, songs, rhymes, movement activities and more. Sessions are 1/2 hour followed by a simple storytime craft.  

TeleBear’s Holiday Workshop

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Cohen Room Complete at Main Library

 A family-friendly, inclusive holiday event where children can explore a variety of craft stations themed around different seasonal traditions.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Cohen Room Complete
Event Details:

 A family-friendly, inclusive holiday event where children can explore a variety of craft stations themed around different seasonal traditions.

📚South Side Book Sale📚

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Other

Join us at Bethlehem Area Public Library South Side for our winter book sale! Come browse our selection of used books, CDs, DVDs, audiobooks, toys, and more! Find great reads at low prices.

Library Branch: South Side Branch
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Join us at Bethlehem Area Public Library South Side for our winter book sale! Come browse our selection of used books, CDs, DVDs, audiobooks, toys, and more! Find great reads at low prices.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Qigong - Meditation and Relaxation Training

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:30am
Laros Room 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.

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Laros Room
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 "Pre-K" group
This event is in the "Birth - 24 Months" group
This event is in the "Ages 2-4" group

Preschool Storytime at South Side

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4

Come for Preschool Storytime at the South Side branch, every other Saturday morning at 11am!

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

Come for Preschool Storytime at the South Side branch, every other Saturday morning at 11am!

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

Film - Rooted; A Story of Artists Embracing Place

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Cohen Room Complete at Main Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Adults

Join us on for Rooted; A Story of Artists Embracing Place, a 75-minute documentary about the transformation of Bethlehem from a steel town to an arts town.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Cohen Room Complete
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us on for Rooted; A Story of Artists Embracing Place, a 75-minute documentary about the transformation of Bethlehem from a steel town to an arts town.

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 "Families" group

Toddler Play Time at the South Side Library

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
South Side Branch
Age Group:
Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4, Families

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!

Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, 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 provided!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Qigong: Meditation and Relaxation

Monday, December 15, 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Open Mic Night @BAPL

Monday, December 15, 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.

This event is in the "Teen (Grades 6-12)" group

Teen End of the Year Party (Grades 6-12)

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 6:15pm - 7:15pm
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Celebration
Age Group:
Teen (Grades 6-12)

Cheer on the new year with friends! For grades 6-12.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: YS Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen (Grades 6-12)
Program Type: Celebration
Event Details:

Cheer on the new year with friends! For grades 6-12.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Spanish Conversation

Monday, December 15, 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

Monday, December 15, 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.