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Qigong - Meditation and Relaxation Training

Saturday, December 27, 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.

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 27, 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 "Families" group

Build It!

Monday, December 29, 2025 at 10:00am - 7:00pm
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Families

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

 

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.

 

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 "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 29, 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 29, 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 29, 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 "Adults" group

Spanish Conversation

Monday, December 29, 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 29, 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.

Read to a Therapy Dog (Independent Readers)

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
YS Meeting Room at Main Library

Read to a gentle therapy dog. (Note: Only 1 dog is available.) No registration needed, just sign up when you get here. Bring a book from home or pick out one here. Children must be able to read on their own.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: YS Meeting Room
Event Details:

Read to a gentle therapy dog. (Note: Only 1 dog is available.) No registration needed, just sign up when you get here. Bring a book from home or pick out one here. Children must be able to read on their own.

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

Fiber Arts and Friends

Tuesday, December 30, 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!

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 31, 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!

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

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 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

This event is in the "Adults" group

Taste and Tell: A Library Cookbook Club

Friday, January 2, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Cohen Room North Area at Main Library
Program Type:
Club, Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

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

Registration Required
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.

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

Sip & Stitch

Saturday, January 3, 2026 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. 

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

Quiet Study Time

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Age Group:
Teen (Grades 6-12)

Need a quiet place to study for your exams, or finals? We will have our program room available as a study place for group programs and solo study. We will have some supplies available, as we would for Homework Help. 

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

Need a quiet place to study for your exams, or finals? We will have our program room available as a study place for group programs and solo study. We will have some supplies available, as we would for Homework Help. 

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Open Mic Night @BAPL

Monday, January 5, 2026 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.

Spanish Conversation

Monday, January 5, 2026 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.

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

Quiet Study Time

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Age Group:
Teen (Grades 6-12)

Need a quiet place to study for your exams, or finals? We will have our program room available as a study place for group programs and solo study. We will have some supplies available, as we would for Homework Help. 

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

Need a quiet place to study for your exams, or finals? We will have our program room available as a study place for group programs and solo study. We will have some supplies available, as we would for Homework Help. 

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Taste and Tell: A Library Cookbook Club

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Cohen Room North Area at Main Library
Program Type:
Club, Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

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

Registration Required
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Fiber Arts & Friends

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 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!

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

Quiet Study Time

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
YS Meeting Room at Main Library
Age Group:
Teen (Grades 6-12)

Need a quiet place to study for your exams, or finals? We will have our program room available as a study place for group programs and solo study. We will have some supplies available, as we would for Homework Help. 

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

Need a quiet place to study for your exams, or finals? We will have our program room available as a study place for group programs and solo study. We will have some supplies available, as we would for Homework Help. 

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.

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, January 10, 2026 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

English Speaking Practice

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Bethlehem Township - Coolidge
Age Group:
Adults

Practice speaking English in a relaxed environment with other English language learners. A librarian facilitator will lead the group in simple conversation, relating to daily routines, family, travel, food, sports, entertainment, etc.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Bethlehem Township - Coolidge
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

Practice speaking English in a relaxed environment with other English language learners. A librarian facilitator will lead the group in simple conversation, relating to daily routines, family, travel, food, sports, entertainment, etc.