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Fiber Arts & Friends

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Laros Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

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, and crafts are welcome and we're happy to teach beginners!

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. All ages, experience levels, and crafts are welcome and we're happy to teach beginners!

poster

Virtual Film Club

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 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 ...

This month's film is Certified Copy (2010), directed by Abbas Kiarostami

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

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.

This month's film is Certified Copy (2010), directed by Abbas Kiarostami

Stock photograph of people practicing Yoga.

Gentle Yoga

Wednesday, December 17, 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.

POEM OF THE WEEK Wednesdays 1 - 5 PM @ Books on the Hill

Poem of the Week

Wednesday, December 17, 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!

card with a wreath on it with red bow

Holiday Wreath Card Making Class

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
South Side Branch
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for a holiday card making workshop where you will learn how to paint a wreath using acrylic paint and other supplies. Hot chocolate will be provided to enjoy throughout the program.

Registration Required
Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a holiday card making workshop where you will learn how to paint a wreath using acrylic paint and other supplies. Hot chocolate will be provided to enjoy throughout the program.

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.

Fall storytime

Baby Storytime (Infants-24 months)

Thursday, December 18, 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.

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Family Storytime

Thursday, December 18, 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.  

memoir writing oct 2025

That's My Story: Memoir Writing

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Writing Group
Age Group:
Adults

Our monthly memoir writing group will meet this fall on the following Thursdays from 12-1:30 via Zoom: 10/23, 11/20, and 12/18. 

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

Our monthly memoir writing group will meet this fall on the following Thursdays from 12-1:30 via Zoom: 10/23, 11/20, and 12/18. 

Popsicle Stick Gingerbread House Ornaments at South Side on December 18, from 5-6pm

Popsicle Stick Gingerbread House Ornaments

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Elementary (Grades K-5), Families

Stop by and make a "gingerbread house" out of craft sticks at South Side on December 18 from 5-6pm!

Registration Required
Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Elementary (Grades K-5), Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Stop by and make a "gingerbread house" out of craft sticks at South Side on December 18 from 5-6pm!

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.

Puppets

Puppet Playtime (Families)

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Age Group:
Families
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: YS Meeting Room
Age Group: Families

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 20, 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.

Winter Workshop with Ivy Rehab for Kids on 12/20 from 11am-12pm

Winter Workshop with Ivy Rehab for Kids

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Other
Age Group:
Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Families, Adults

Join us for a Winter Workshop event with Ivy Rehab for Kids on Dec. 20th at 11am! Learn more about what the Ivy Rehab centers have to offer children and families, while your little ones enjoy some fun winter-themed activities.

Registration Required
Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Families, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a Winter Workshop event with Ivy Rehab for Kids on Dec. 20th at 11am! Learn more about what the Ivy Rehab centers have to offer children and families, while your little ones enjoy some fun winter-themed activities.

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.

Logo for The Champagne Flutes

Holiday Concert with The Champagne Flutes

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Cohen Room Complete at Main Library
Program Type:
Celebration, Performance, Music
Age Group:
Families

The Champagne Flutes are a 10-piece ensemble featuring flutes of all sizes: piccolo, concert flute, alto flute, and bass flute.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Cohen Room Complete
Age Group: Families
Program Type: Celebration, Performance, Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Champagne Flutes are a 10-piece ensemble featuring flutes of all sizes: piccolo, concert flute, alto flute, and bass flute.

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.

Yoga and Meditation with Isha Foundation

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Laros Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

TBD

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

TBD

Toddler Play Time at the South Side Library, Mondays at 11 a.m.

Toddler Play Time at the South Side Library

Monday, December 22, 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!

Stock photo of a person meditating on top of a mountain

Qigong: Meditation and Relaxation

Monday, December 22, 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.

Teen Movie night program. Please call the youth services department for movie inquiries. Hot chocolate, cookies and popcorn will be provided.

Teen Movie Night

Monday, December 22, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Laros Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Celebration, Film Club, Other
Age Group:
Teen (Grades 6-12)

Join us for a holiday movie night with hot! hot! hot! hot chocolate, cookies, and popcorn! Feel free to board the train of coziness, bring your friends, and wear your PJs! This program is for teens, grades 6-12 only.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Laros Room
Age Group: Teen (Grades 6-12)
Program Type: Celebration, Film Club, Other
Event Details:

Join us for a holiday movie night with hot! hot! hot! hot chocolate, cookies, and popcorn! Feel free to board the train of coziness, bring your friends, and wear your PJs! This program is for teens, grades 6-12 only.

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.

Photography Not Permitted

Please be aware that photography of any kind is NOT permitted at this event.  Thank you.

Open Mic

Open Mic Night @BAPL

Monday, December 22, 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.

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 22, 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 22, 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.

coolidge mural project

Coolidge Mural Project: Session 6

Tuesday, December 23, 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.

HOLIDAY (Christmas Eve)

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 (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!

Games

Family Games Day

Friday, December 26, 2025 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
YS Public Area at Main Library
Age Group:
Families

Come in and play! We have stacks of games for toddlers through teens. Take your pick!

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: YS Public Area
Age Group: Families
Event Details:

Come in and play! We have stacks of games for toddlers through teens. Take your pick!

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.