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Homework Help

4:30pm–6:00pm
Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12)
South Side Branch
Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12)
Program Type: Tutoring
Event Details:

Drop in with your homework! Lehigh University tutors provided by Alpha Phi will be at the library to help with homework in all subjects. (Grades K-12)

No Registration is required

Free Virtual English Classes/Gratis Virtual Ingles Clases

12:00pm–1:00pm
Adults
Main Library
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.

📚BAPL Book Sale📚

10:00am–4:00pm
Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families, Adults
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Book Sale Room
Age Group: Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families, Adults
Program Type: Literature and Writing, Other, Music
Event Details:

✨ Bethlehem Area Public Library Presents: BAPL BOOK SALE ! ✨

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.

Qigong - Meditation and Relaxation Training

10:15am–11:30am
Adults
Main Library
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.

Preschool Storytime at South Side

11:00am–11:30am
Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4
South Side Branch
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.

Book Discussion: Station Eleven

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Bethlehem Township - Coolidge
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bethlehem Township - Coolidge
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

A Goodreads Choice Award from 2014, this story is described as " an audacious, darkly glittering novel set in the eerie days of civilization's collapse - the spellbinding story of a Hollywood star, his would-be-savior, and a nomadic group of actor

Toddler Play Time at the South Side Library

11:00am–11:45am
Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4, Families
South Side Branch
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!

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.

Qigong: Meditation and Relaxation

12:00pm–1:15pm
Adults
Main Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Cohen Room South Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Qigong
Registration Required

Homework Help

4:30pm–6:00pm
Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12)
South Side Branch
Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12)
Program Type: Tutoring
Event Details:

Drop in with your homework! Lehigh University tutors provided by Alpha Phi will be at the library to help with homework in all subjects. (Grades K-12)

No Registration is required

Open Mic Night @BAPL

5:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
Main Library
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

6:30pm–7:30pm
South Side Branch
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.

CLOSED (Primary Election Day)

All Day
Bethlehem Township - Coolidge
Closing
Branches:
Bethlehem Township - Coolidge

Homework Help

4:30pm–6:00pm
Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12)
South Side Branch
Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12)
Program Type: Tutoring
Event Details:

Drop in with your homework! Lehigh University tutors provided by Alpha Phi will be at the library to help with homework in all subjects. (Grades K-12)

No Registration is required

Seed to Supper

5:30pm–7:00pm
Adults
South Side Branch
Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Join Lehigh Valley Master Gardeners in learning how to build healthy soil, plan your growing space, choose your crops, care for your growing garden, and harvest your bounty!

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.

Fiber Arts & Friends

6:00pm–7:45pm
Adults
Main Library
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!

Gentle Yoga

10:00am–11:15am
Adults
Main Library
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

1:00pm–5:00pm
Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families, Adults
Fountain Hill - Books on the Hill
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.

Homework Help

4:30pm–6:00pm
Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12)
South Side Branch
Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12)
Program Type: Tutoring
Event Details:

Drop in with your homework! Lehigh University tutors provided by Alpha Phi will be at the library to help with homework in all subjects. (Grades K-12)

No Registration is required

Crochet Collective

5:30pm–6:30pm
Teen (Grades 6-12), Adults
Bethlehem Township - Coolidge
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bethlehem Township - Coolidge
Age Group: Teen (Grades 6-12), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced crocheter, this is the perfect place to meet others who enjoy crochet.

Homework Help

4:30pm–6:00pm
Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12)
South Side Branch
Library Branch: South Side Branch
Age Group: Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12)
Program Type: Tutoring
Event Details:

Drop in with your homework! Lehigh University tutors provided by Alpha Phi will be at the library to help with homework in all subjects. (Grades K-12)

No Registration is required

Free Virtual English Classes/Gratis Virtual Ingles Clases

12:00pm–1:00pm
Adults
Main Library
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.

CLOSED (Memorial Day Weekend)

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

HOLIDAY (Memorial Day)

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

Open Mic Night @BAPL

5:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
Main Library
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.