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General information for the Bethlehem Area Public Library: NEW website calendar listings: visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/events/upcoming

Visit the Bethlehem Area Public Library at 11 E. Church St. (main) or 400 Webster St. (Southside branch) or 2740 Fifth St. (Coolidge). For hours, information or to speak with staff members, call 610-867-3761 (Main-11 W. Church St.) or 610-867-7852; Webster St. (SouthSide branch) or 484-892-6267 (Coolidge). Library website: www.bapl.org

ALL LIBRARIES:

Next BAPL book sales: Indoor book sale in Main Library basement. 50 shoppers at a time max. Cash and credit cards accepted. Noon to 8 p.m. May 15 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 18. Visit www.bapl.org/book-sales/

CLOSINGS AND CHANGES OF HOURS: Coolidge building is closed; Main Library opens at 11 a.m. on April 23 for Primary Election Day. For information re: hours including time and date changes, information or to speak with staff members, call 610-867-3761 or 610-867-7852 400 or visit www.bapl.org

Some events are for children with adult(s) only.

SPECIAL EVENTS:

STORYTIME AT THE BANANA FACTORY

Thursday, May 2

Special library storytime with finger plays, songs and movement. For families with children ages 18 months to six years old. 10 a.m. 25 W. Third St. Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/storytime-banana-factory-7

BOOKS ON THE HILL -Fountain Hill

Tuesdays: Poem of the week 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 between 1 and 5 p.m. event.

Saturday, May 11

Slow stitching. Slow down and enjoy the process. Fabric, needle, and thread are provided, as is tea. 11 a.m. to noon. No previous experience needed. Must register: visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/sip-stitch-10548

COOLIDGE

Thursday, April 25

Storytime at Coolidge. Ages two to four and pre-K themed storytimes featuring picture books, puppets, childhood rhymes, songs, and a simple craft. Our guest presenter, Ms. Cindy, may accompany us. 10:15 to 11 a.m. Registration required. Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/storytime-coolidge-our-earth-11741

SOUTHSIDE

Reminder: Accessible by stairs only.

Tuesdays

Playtime at the SouthSide Library: 10:30 to 11 a.m. Children up to four years old, parents and caregivers. Sharing, being silly and having fun. No drop-offs allowed. Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/playtime-library-46

Wednesdays

Preschoool Storytime at SouthSide Library: 10:30 to 11 a.m. Children up to four years old, parents and caregivers. Sharing, being silly and having fun. No drop-offs allowed. Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/preschool-storytime-south-side-9117

Wednesdays, April 24 and May 1, 8

Ctizenship Classes Information Session: We will go over the process of acquiring US citizenship and the help we can offer. We will discuss the application phase, the citizenship class based on a curriculum recommended by USCIS, and prepping for the interview. Students who commit to continuing with the class will receive a binder containing course materials. 5:30 to 7 p.m. Adults only. Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/citizenship-class-information-session-11579

Thursday, April 25

Have a voice in your library and community while receiving community service hours! Plan and prepare upcoming events for teens grade six to 12. Develop leadership skills while creating the teen library experience. 4 - 5 p.m. Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/south-side-teen-advisory-board-12090

Tuesday, April 30

Fairy Tea Party: Join us for a magical fairy-themed party for kids with fairy-related crafts, snacks, and prizes. Everyone is encouraged to show up in their most magical fairy outfit, but it is not required. All registered children will receive their own fairy wings. 5:15 to 6:30 p.m. Must register: visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/fairy-tea-party-11581

MAIN LIBRARY

SPECIAL EVENT: STORYTIME AT THE BANANA FACTORY

Thursday, May 2

Special library storytime with finger plays, songs and movement. For families with children ages 18 months to six years old. 10 a.m. 25 W. Third St. Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/storytime-banana-factory-7

Wednesday, April 24

African American authors book discussion: “Their Eyes Were Watching God”, a classic novel of the Harlem Renaissance by Zora Neale Hurston. First published in 1937, the book was “rediscovered” a half century later and is considered one of the most influential novels in the English language. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Register at https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/diverse-voices-african-american-authors-book-discussion-their-eyes-were-watching-god-10827

Friday, April 26

Family workshop, ages six months to three years and their caregivers can play, learn and grow together. No registration needed. 10 to 11 a.m. Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/play-learn-family-place-workshop-11803

https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/play-learn-family-place-workshop-11803 Ages six months to three years and their caregivers can play, learn, and grow together. No registration needed. 10 to 11 a.m. Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/play-learn-family-place-workshop-11805

Monday, April 29

Open Mic night hosted by Bill Medei. Music, comedy, poetry. Performers arrive at 5 p.m. to sign-up. 15 minute time limit for musicians; six minute time limit for poets, comedians. 5 to 7:30 p.m. Visit- https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/open-mic-night-bapl-9655