There will be two free "Understanding the Affordable Care Act" programs about timelines, Medicaid expansion, health insurance marketplace and navigating its ins and outs. Both Bethlehem Public Library events will be held from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.; Jan. 14 at the South Side branch, 400 Webster St.; and Jan. 21 at the main library, 11 W. Church St.

The speaker is My Lien Nguyen,a volunteer medical interpreter and a Medicare APPRISE counselor. A BAPL card and registration is required. Visit www.bapl.org or call 610-867-3761, ext. 224.