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Qigong: Meditation and Relaxation

Monday, May 20, 2024 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, May 20, 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.

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Choose Your Own Book Club

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 5:45pm - 6:45pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Each month, choose your own book that fits the theme! May's theme is to choose a short story/novella. For book suggestions, please email amadden@bapl.org Zoom link will be email...

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

Each month, choose your own book that fits the theme! May's theme is to choose a short story/novella. For book suggestions, please email amadden@bapl.org

Zoom link will be emailed the morning of the meeting

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, May 20, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
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...

Library Branch: South Side Branch
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.

playtime at the library

Playtime at the Southside Library

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Music, STEM
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 ...

Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Pre-K, Ages 2-4, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Music, STEM
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!  

TAB

Teen Advisory Board (For Gr 6-12)

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 4:15pm - 5:30pm
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Club
Age Group:
Teen (Grades 6-12)
Event Details:

Complete community service hours, meet other teens, help the library plan and prep for upcoming teen and family events. Located in the Youth Services area on the 2nd floor of the M...

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

Complete community service hours, meet other teens, help the library plan and prep for upcoming teen and family events. Located in the Youth Services area on the 2nd floor of the Main Library. For Grades 6-12 only. 

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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Fiber Arts & Friends

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Laros Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Bring your knitting and crocheting (and cross stitch and sewing and macrame and...) to the Bethlehem Area Public Library to chat with fellow enthusiasts and work on your projects. ...

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

Bring your knitting and crocheting (and cross stitch and sewing and macrame and...) to the Bethlehem Area Public Library to chat with fellow enthusiasts and work on your projects.

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Virtual Film Club

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Film Club
Age Group:
Adults
Virtual Film Club:

Each month we pick a culturally or historically significant film for library patrons to watch and discuss. Watch the film on your own time, then meet with our virtual film club to ...

Event Details:

This month's film is EO (2022), directed by Jerzy Skolimowski Additional Resources: GENERAL  The Official Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ii0gjj963ZY U. S...

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

Virtual Film Club

Each month we pick a culturally or historically significant film for library patrons to watch and discuss. Watch the film on your own time, then meet with our virtual film club to discuss the film on Zoom. Registration is required. Zoom Invites will be sent out via email.

Event Details:

This month's film is EO (2022), directed by Jerzy Skolimowski

Additional Resources:

GENERAL 

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Kids Yoga Storytime at the Southside Library

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Yoga
Age Group:
Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4, Families
Event Details:

Join us for a yoga storytime! Get your kiddos flowing, moving, and grooving and then settle into a restful position for a story. Please bring your own yoga mat or towel. This...

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

Join us for a yoga storytime! Get your kiddos flowing, moving, and grooving and then settle into a restful position for a story.

Please bring your own yoga mat or towel.

Stock photograph of people practicing Yoga.

Gentle Yoga

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:15pm
Laros Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Yoga
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Enjoy a relaxed, class-led session. Please wear loose fitting clothing and bring a Yoga mat or towel.  Registration is required.

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

Enjoy a relaxed, class-led session. Please wear loose fitting clothing and bring a Yoga mat or towel.  Registration is required.

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Latin Club (for Grades 3-8)

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
YS Public Area at Main Library
Event Details:

Friends, Romans, Everyone in Grades 3-8! Learn the language of old! Drop in for our student-led Latin Club! No registration required.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: YS Public Area
Event Details:

Friends, Romans, Everyone in Grades 3-8! Learn the language of old! Drop in for our student-led Latin Club! 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.

afterschool playtime

Afterschool Playtime at the South Side Library

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Meet and Greet, STEM
Age Group:
Elementary (Grades K-5), Families
Event Details:

School-age children and their caretakers are welcome to join us at the South Side library for an afterschool playtime.  Playtime allows kids to engage in hands-on activitie...

Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Elementary (Grades K-5), Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Meet and Greet, STEM
Event Details:

School-age children and their caretakers are welcome to join us at the South Side library for an afterschool playtime. 

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.

The Citizenship course will cover the curriculum recommended by USCIS, including US geography, history, and government. In this context, the instructor will continuously train students on two critical components of the citizenship interview: the 100 questions and the ability to understand, read, write, and speak English.

Citizenship Class

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Citizenship course will cover the curriculum recommended by USCIS, including US geography, history, and government. In this context, the instructor will continuously train stud...

Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

The Citizenship course will cover the curriculum recommended by USCIS, including US geography, history, and government.

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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Introduction to Mindfulness

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Bethlehem Township - Coolidge
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Mindfulness is a state of active, open attention to the present. This five-part series will introduce you to the practice of mindfulness in several facets of life. Presented b...

Registration
Library Branch: Bethlehem Township - Coolidge
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Mindfulness is a state of active, open attention to the present. This five-part series will introduce you to the practice of mindfulness in several facets of life.

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.

Block Party

Preschool Block Party

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Pre-K, Ages 2-4
Event Details:

Come build with our excellent collection of blocks, magnet tiles, and more. Budding architects welcome! Best for ages 2-5.

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

Come build with our excellent collection of blocks, magnet tiles, and more. Budding architects welcome! Best for ages 2-5.

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.

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Family Storytime at Coolidge

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Bethlehem Township - Coolidge
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Pre-K, Ages 2-4
Event Details:

Young children between the ages of 2 1/2 - 5 will enjoy themed storytimes with engaging picture books, songs and rhymes, an array of library props, finishing with a simpl...

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

Young children between the ages of 2 1/2 - 5 will enjoy themed storytimes with engaging picture books, songs and rhymes, an array of library props, finishing with a simple craft. 

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.

teen advisory board

SOUTH SIDE TEEN ADVISORY BOARD

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Club, Meet and Greet
Age Group:
Teen (Grades 6-12)
Event Details:

Have a voice in your library and community while receiving community service hours!  Plan and prepare upcoming events for teens and families.  Develop leadership skills w...

Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Teen (Grades 6-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Club, Meet and Greet
Event Details:

Have a voice in your library and community while receiving community service hours!  Plan and prepare upcoming events for teens and families.  Develop leadership skills while creating the teen library experience. 

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.

CLOSED (Memorial Day Weekend)

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

HOLIDAY (Memorial Day)

All Day
Main Library, South Side Branch, Bethlehem Township - Coolidge, Fountain Hill - Books on the Hill, Outreach, Bookmobile, Virtual
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, South Side Branch, Bethlehem Township - Coolidge, Fountain Hill - Books on the Hill, Outreach, Bookmobile, Virtual
playtime at the library

Playtime at the Southside Library

Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Music, STEM
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 ...

Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Pre-K, Ages 2-4, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Music, STEM
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!  

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Preschool Storytime at the Southside Library

Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Performance, Music, STEM
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...

Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Performance, Music, STEM
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, May 29, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:15pm
Laros Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Yoga
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Enjoy a relaxed, class-led session. Please wear loose fitting clothing and bring a Yoga mat or towel.  Registration is required.

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

Enjoy a relaxed, class-led session. Please wear loose fitting clothing and bring a Yoga mat or towel.  Registration is required.

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Latin Club (for Grades 3-8)

Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
YS Public Area at Main Library
Event Details:

Friends, Romans, Everyone in Grades 3-8! Learn the language of old! Drop in for our student-led Latin Club! No registration required.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: YS Public Area
Event Details:

Friends, Romans, Everyone in Grades 3-8! Learn the language of old! Drop in for our student-led Latin Club! 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.

The Citizenship course will cover the curriculum recommended by USCIS, including US geography, history, and government. In this context, the instructor will continuously train students on two critical components of the citizenship interview: the 100 questions and the ability to understand, read, write, and speak English.

Citizenship Class

Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Citizenship course will cover the curriculum recommended by USCIS, including US geography, history, and government. In this context, the instructor will continuously train stud...

Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

The Citizenship course will cover the curriculum recommended by USCIS, including US geography, history, and government.

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.