Main Library

9:00am-6:00pm

Bethlehem Area Public Library - Main Branch
11 West Church Street
Bethlehem, PA 18018
United States

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Sun: Closed

Mon: 9:00am-8:00pm

Tue: Closed

Wed: 9:00am-8:00pm

Thu-Fri: 9:00am-6:00pm

Sat: 10:00am-5:00pm

South Side Branch

Closed

400 Webster St.
Bethlehem, PA 18015
United States

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Sun: Closed

Mon: 10:00am-6:00pm

Tue: Closed

Wed-Thu: 10:00am-6:00pm

Fri-Sat: Closed

Bethlehem Township - Coolidge

6:59pm-6:59pmCLOSED

BAPL Coolidge
2740 Fifth Street
Bethlehem, PA 18020
United States

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Sun-Mon: 6:59pm-6:59pmCLOSED

Tue: Closed

Wed: 11:00am-7:00pm

Thu: 11:00am-5:00pm

Fri: 6:59pm-6:59pmCLOSED

Sat: 10:00am-2:00pm2nd Saturday of the Month

Fountain Hill - Books on the Hill

1:00pm-5:00pm

BAPL Fountain Hill
Stanley & Spiegel Streets
Bethlehem, PA 18015
United States

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Sun-Thu: Closed

Fri: 1:00pm-5:00pm

Sat: 10:00am-2:00pm1st and 3rd Saturdays

Week Calendar

On narrow displays, the weekly calendar is wider than the screen. You can side-scroll within this table to view events and reservations for the whole week.

Time	Sun (12/07)	Mon (12/08)	Tue (12/09)	Wed (12/10)	Thu (12/11)	Fri (12/12)	Sat (12/13)
10 am			This event is in the "Ages 2-4" group Story & Art (Ages 2+) 10:00am–10:30am Ages 2-4 Main Library This event is in the "Ages 2-4" group Library Branch: Main Library Room: YS Meeting Room Age Group: Ages 2-4 Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime Event Details: Stories come to life with art activities! Best for ages 2+. 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 "Birth - 24 Months" group This event is in the "Ages 2-4" group Toddler Playtime (Babies-3 year olds) 10:30am–11:15am Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4 Main Library This event is in the "Birth - 24 Months" group This event is in the "Ages 2-4" group Library Branch: Main Library Room: YS Meeting Room Age Group: Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4 Event Details: Children ages 3 and younger and their caregivers can enjoy a fun playtime together! 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.	This event is in the "Birth - 24 Months" group Baby Storytime (Infants-24 months) 10:00am–10:30am Birth - 24 Months Main Library This event is in the "Birth - 24 Months" group 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. Rep. Steve Samuelson Mobile Office Hours 10:00am–12:00pm South Side Branch Registration Required Library Branch: South Side Branch Program Type: Other, Workshop Registration Required Event Details: Need help filing your rent rebate form or any other state government related issues? 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 "Pre-K" group This event is in the "Ages 2-4" group Family Storytime 10:00am–10:45pm Pre-K, Ages 2-4 Bethlehem Township - Coolidge Registration Required This event is in the "Pre-K" group This event is in the "Ages 2-4" group 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.		TeleBear’s Holiday Workshop 10:00am–12:00pm Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: Cohen Room Complete Event Details: A family-friendly, inclusive holiday event where children can explore a variety of craft stations themed around different seasonal traditions. 📚South Side Book Sale📚 10:00am–2:00pm South Side Branch Library Branch: South Side Branch Program Type: Other Event Details: Join us at Bethlehem Area Public Library South Side for our winter book sale! Come browse our selection of used books, CDs, DVDs, audiobooks, toys, and more! Find great reads at low prices. This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled Qigong - Meditation and Relaxation Training 10:15am–11:30am Adults Main Library Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled 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.
11 am		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 Ivy Info Session at Toddler Play Time- South Side Library 11:00am–11:45am Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4, Families South Side Branch 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 Library Branch: South Side Branch Age Group: Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4, Families Event Details: Ivy Rehab for Kids will be joining us at Playtime on Monday, Dec. 8! Come and learn about what they do to support kids, things to look out for that may indicate need for various services, and more, while your little ones play. 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 Preschool Storytime at South Side 11:00am–11:30am Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4 South Side Branch 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 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.
12 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group Qigong: Meditation and Relaxation 12:00pm–1:15pm Adults Main Library Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group 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 Gentle Yoga 12:00pm–1:15pm Adults Main Library Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group 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.
1 pm				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 1:00pm–5:00pm Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families, Adults Fountain Hill - Books on the Hill 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 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!			This event is in the "Adults" group Film - Rooted; A Story of Artists Embracing Place 1:30pm–3:30pm Adults Main Library Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Main Library Room: Cohen Room Complete Age Group: Adults Program Type: Performance Registration Required Event Details: Join us on for Rooted; A Story of Artists Embracing Place, a 75-minute documentary about the transformation of Bethlehem from a steel town to an arts town.
2 pm				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 "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 📚South Side Book Sale📚 2:00pm–7:00pm Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families, Adults South Side Branch 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 "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 Library Branch: South Side Branch Age Group: Pre-K, Birth - 24 Months, Ages 2-4, Elementary (Grades K-5), Teen (Grades 6-12), Families, Adults Program Type: Other Event Details: Join us at Bethlehem Area Public Library South Side for our winter book sale! Come browse our selection of used books, CDs, DVDs, audiobooks, toys, and more! Find great reads at low prices.
3 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group Cocoa and Classics 3:00pm–6:00pm Adults South Side Branch Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: South Side Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Film Club Registration Required Event Details: Join us for hot chocolate and a classic holiday movie starring Jimmy Stewart! This event is for adults only and hot chocolate is limited on a first come, first serve basis. 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. Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
4 pm
5 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group Open Mic Night @BAPL 5:00pm–7:30pm Adults Main Library This event is in the "Adults" group 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.
6 pm		Library Board Meeting 6:00pm–8:00pm Main Library Library Branch: Main Library Room: Laros Room This event is in the "Adults" group Spanish Conversation 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults Virtual Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group 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 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. This event is in the "Teen (Grades 6-12)" group Teen Advisory Board General Meeting (Grades 6-12) 6:30pm–7:30pm Teen (Grades 6-12) Main Library This event is in the "Teen (Grades 6-12)" group Library Branch: Main Library Room: YS Meeting Room Age Group: Teen (Grades 6-12) Program Type: Club, Other Event Details: Open again for middle school grades to join, along with high school grades. 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 "Teen (Grades 6-12)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Coolidge Mural Project: Session 5 6:00pm–7:00pm Teen (Grades 6-12), Adults Bethlehem Township - Coolidge Registration Required This event is in the "Teen (Grades 6-12)" group This event is in the "Adults" group 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. This event is in the "Adults" group Professional and Personal Growth Book Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Main Library Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Main Library Room: Laros Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club Registration Required Event Details: Join our in-person discussion on the book Share your thoughts and collaborate with others in the community! If you are new to our group please register by emailing info.pursuingpassions@gmail.com. This event is in the "Adults" group Winter Wildlife Watercolor Workshop with Raisa Kochmaruk 6:00pm–7:30pm Adults Main Library Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Main Library Room: Cohen Room Complete Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop Registration Required Event Details: Cozy up with a sketchpad and some hot chocolate while we learn how to paint winter birds! 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 Holiday Faux Stained Glass 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Main Library Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Main Library Room: Laros Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Make your own one-of-a-kind faux stained glass art piece! We will use permanent markers on glass to create the design of your choice to take home. We will have a selection of holiday templates available, or you can design your own. This event is in the "Adults" group Youth Literature Censorship Forum 6:00pm–7:30pm Adults Main Library Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Main Library Room: Cohen Room South Area Age Group: Adults Program Type: Panel Discussion Registration Required Event Details: "You're telling my kids they can't read this book? Youth Literature Censorship Forum An author, a librarian, and a bookseller discuss book banning.