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Gentle Yoga

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:15pm
Laros Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Yoga
Age Group:
Adults
Gentle Yoga:

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

Gentle Yoga

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. Registration is required.

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

Poem of the Week

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 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, selected and read by resident poet/librarian Cleveland Wall.

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, selected and read by resident poet/librarian Cleveland Wall.

pokemon club

Pokemon Club: Learn How to Play TCG (ages 8-14)

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Bethlehem Township - Coolidge
Age Group:
Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12)

Registration for this program will begin June 2nd. Please call BAPL Coolidge to register at 484-892-6267. 

Library Branch: Bethlehem Township - Coolidge
Age Group: Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12)
Event Details:

Registration for this program will begin June 2nd. Please call BAPL Coolidge to register at 484-892-6267. 

memoir writing group 2026

That's My Story: Memoir Writing Group

Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 12:00am - 1:30pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Writing Group
Age Group:
Adults

This small novice writing group meets monthly to share their short written memoir pieces and to discuss elements of memoir writing with each other and group facilitator, Jerry Waxler. 

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

This small novice writing group meets monthly to share their short written memoir pieces and to discuss elements of memoir writing with each other and group facilitator, Jerry Waxler. 

Community Tech Time Thursdays 11-12pm

Community Tech Time

Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Laros Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Bring your tech questions! Join us for Community Tech Time, a relaxed, librarian-led drop-in session designed to support you at your own pace.

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

Bring your tech questions! Join us for Community Tech Time, a relaxed, librarian-led drop-in session designed to support you at your own pace.

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.

Free Virtual Classes flyer in English and Spanish

Free Virtual English Classes/Gratis Virtual Ingles Clases

Friday, June 26, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Laros Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Join these free virtual English classes on Zoom from home or from the library.

https://zoom.us/wc/join/88554987572

Zoom ID: 885 5498 7572

Zoom Password: BAPL

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Laros Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Join these free virtual English classes on Zoom from home or from the library.

https://zoom.us/wc/join/88554987572

Zoom ID: 885 5498 7572

Zoom Password: BAPL

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.

Qigong

Qigong - Meditation and Relaxation Training

Saturday, June 27, 2026 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.

Storytime every other Saturday

Preschool Storytime at South Side

Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
South Side Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4
Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4
Program Type: Storytime

Disclaimer(s)

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.

savvy caregiver

Savvy Caregiver

Monday, June 29, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Bethlehem Township - Coolidge
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

The Savvy Caregiver program aims to help those providing care for loved ones living with dementia through relevant knowledge, skills and self-care practices.

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

The Savvy Caregiver program aims to help those providing care for loved ones living with dementia through relevant knowledge, skills and self-care practices.

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.

Qigong

Qigong: Meditation and Relaxation

Monday, June 29, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:15pm
Cohen Room South Area at Main Library
Program Type:
Qigong
Age Group:
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Cohen Room South Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Qigong
Registration Required
Open Mic

Open Mic Night @BAPL

Monday, June 29, 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 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, June 29, 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.

Fiber Arts and Friends

Fiber Arts and Friends

Tuesday, June 30, 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!

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

Stock photograph of people practicing Yoga.

Gentle Yoga

Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:15pm
Laros Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Yoga
Age Group:
Adults
Gentle Yoga:

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

Gentle Yoga

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. Registration is required.

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

Poem of the Week

Wednesday, July 1, 2026 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, selected and read by resident poet/librarian Cleveland Wall.

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, selected and read by resident poet/librarian Cleveland Wall.

Community Tech Time Thursdays 11-12pm

Community Tech Time

Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Laros Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Bring your tech questions! Join us for Community Tech Time, a relaxed, librarian-led drop-in session designed to support you at your own pace.

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

Bring your tech questions! Join us for Community Tech Time, a relaxed, librarian-led drop-in session designed to support you at your own pace.

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 -- Independence Day (Observed)

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

CLOSED (Independence 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
Qigong

Qigong: Meditation and Relaxation

Monday, July 6, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:15pm
Cohen Room South Area at Main Library
Program Type:
Qigong
Age Group:
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Cohen Room South Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Qigong
Registration Required
Open Mic

Open Mic Night @BAPL

Monday, July 6, 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 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, July 6, 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.

read to therapy dogs

Read to a Therapy Dog

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Bethlehem Township - Coolidge
Program Type:
Meet and Greet
Age Group:
Elementary (Grades K-5)

The Reading to Therapy Dogs Program is known for improving children’s reading and communication skills as well as the their self-confidence and overall emotional well-being.

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

The Reading to Therapy Dogs Program is known for improving children’s reading and communication skills as well as the their self-confidence and overall emotional well-being.

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Taste and Tell: A Library Cookbook Club

Tuesday, July 7, 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.