Week Calendar

Join us for stories and songs just right for you and your toddler.  Have fun while we discover and learn new things.

Join us for a variety of stories, songs, and fingerplays for the entire family.  This story session will be held in Youth Services, 2nd floor of the library.  No registration is required.

Put away the phone and spend time with your little one practicing the skills of taking turns, saying "please" and "thank you" and sharing, all while having a blast in our amazing toy room.

Join us for a morning of stories, learning and fun! Registration is not required.

Classes are held simultaneously in-person and on Zoom.

Play simple instruments and dance to the beat of pop selections and children’s fun favorites. No registration is required. All ages are welcome. This event will be held in the Youth Services Department on the 2nd floor of the Library.

Meet author Naimah Ward. Hear her read her book Jeanie Leaf: the plant who was afraid to grow. Enjoy an art activity that touches on the theme of the book. No registration is required and all ages are welcome to attend.

Find the wee little pumpkins hiding, fill out your BINGO card, and get a wee pumpkin to paint! Stay for Halloween stories and snacks!

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!

Come hear the poem of the week! Every Tuesday at Books on the Hill a new poem is selected and recited by performance poet/library staff Cleveland Wall.  No registration necessary--this is a drop-in event.

Local authors Nancy Rutman and Karen Samuels share the history of how firefighters in Bethlehem's four municipalities battled the "fire fiend" in spite of muddy streets, poor water pressure, lack of resour

Calling all homeschooled kids and homeschooling parents, this program is for you! Join other homeschoolers for a storytime and fun craft. Meet others in the homeschooling community and tell us how we can best support you!

Have you ever wanted to learn how to draw your favorite characters from graphic novels, TV shows, books, and more?  Stop by the Youth Department and one of our librarians will help you get started!  If you’re not sure how to start drawin

Moravian University America Reads tutors provide help in all subjects. No registration is required. Sessions are open to students in grades K - 12. Sessions are held in the Youth Department on the 2nd floor of the Main Library

Lehigh University students will help elementary & high school students with their homework. No appointment necessary.

Complete community service hours while also having a voice in the library! Help plan and prep for upcoming teen and family events. 

Moravian University America Reads tutors provide help in all subjects. No registration is required. Sessions are open to students in grades K - 12. Sessions are held in the Youth Department on the 2nd floor of the Main Library

Lehigh University students will help elementary & high school students with their homework. No appointment necessary.

Moravian University America Reads tutors provide help in all subjects. No registration is required. Sessions are open to students in grades K - 12. Sessions are held in the Youth Department on the 2nd floor of the Main Library

Alpha Phi students at Lehigh University will be available on Monday - Thursday from 4:30-6:00 PM to help students with their homework.  Students will be able to get help with any subject.  No registration is required.

Spend some fun after school time learning how to sew and helping your community. Kids will learn to make bibs, pot holders and pillowcases to be donated around the South Side! Try out our new sewing machines!

Moravian University America Reads tutors provide help in all subjects. No registration is required. Sessions are open to students in grades K - 12. Sessions are held in the Youth Department on the 2nd floor of the Main Library

Alpha Phi students at Lehigh University will be available on Monday - Thursday from 4:30-6:00 PM to help students with their homework.  Students will be able to get help with any subject.  No registration is required.

Each month, choose your own book that fits the theme! October's theme is to choose a book that is spooky or supernatural. For book suggestions, please email cwieder@bapl.org

Do you want to become a citizen of the United States, but need help?  Come to this class for help.

Volunteer teacher, My Lien Nguyen will help you prepare for the citizenship test.

No registration is required.

Do you want to practice your Spanish?  If so, this group is for you.  Converse with other Spanish speakers on a variety of topics.

Join NASA Solar System Ambassador Volunteer Marty McGuire as he takes you on a tour of the Solar System.  This is an all-ages event that includes a talk followed by a Q and A.

Join us for the City of Bethlehem's very first Trunk-or-Treat! We will have a fire truck, police car, TUG!, ambulance, and MORE to see up close! This is a City of Bethlehem sponsored event and all vehicles are employees of Bethlehem.

Find the wee little pumpkins hiding, fill out your BINGO card, and get a wee pumpkin to paint! Stay for Halloween stories and snacks!

Come be yourself in our judgement-free zone. Make friends in the community and learn about the LGBTQ+ culture, history, and media while also being provided local resources and peer support.