GENERAL INFORMATION

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: bapl.org

Website calendar: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/events/upcoming.

Hours: For information about 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.

Main branch 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. July 16 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 19. Visit www.bapl.org/book-sales/

SouthSide book sale: Join us at our SouthSide Branch of the Bethlehem Area Public Library to browse our selection of gently used books, DVDs, CDs and more! Our downstairs book sale will be open from 2 to 6 p.m. May 28 and 29. 400 Webster St. Visit bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/south-side-book-sale-20138

BOOKS ON THE HILL

Stanley and Lynn Streets in 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.

COOLIDGE BRANCH

Thursdays: Storytime at Coolidge. Ages two to four and pre-K themed story times 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 bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/storytime-coolidge-our-earth-11741

Wednesday, May 28: For all ages, abilities, and special challenges. Taught by Launora Jusufi of Calm Breathe Yoga. 10:15 to 10:45 a.m. Visit bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/chair-yoga-flow-20379 for information and to register (required).

Friday, May 30: Savvy Caregiver: Caregiver program to help those providing care for loved ones living with dementia through relevant knowledge, skills and self-care practices. Noon to 2 p.m. Registration required:

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 bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/playtime-library-46

Wednesdays: Preschool 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 bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/preschool-storytime-south-side-9117

Monday, June 2: Paper plate rainbows. Reading with a colorful craft: We will use markers, scissors and glue to make a beautiful rainbow. 1 to 2 p.m. For children and accompanying adults

Tuesdays, June 3 to July 31: Astronaut Moon Sand. Kick off Summer Reading with fun activity: astronauts in moon sand. Every Monday from June 2 through July 21 we will host a colorful craft at 1 p.m. after our free lunch for youth (18 years old and younger). 1 to 2 p.m. Registration required. For children and accompanying adults.

Wednesday, June 4: Fairy tale Masks. Let your imagination sparkle with Colors of Magic! Registration required. 1 to 2 p.m. For children and accompanying adults. No drop-offs allowed.

MAIN LIBRARY

Wednesday, May 28: Vegetable gardening: Discover the joys of growing your own vegetables. Master Gardener, Lynn Dautrich, will speak about the principles and methods of vegetable gardening that can be implemented by gardeners with limited experience – as well as seasoned gardeners, and the concepts can be applied to vegetable, flower, and herb gardens. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. For information and to register, visit bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/principles-and-practices-vegetable-gardening-20301

Monday, June 2, 9, 16, 23: Qigong: Chinese exercise; 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 welcome. Noon to 1:15 p.m. Registration required. Classes are held simultaneously in-person and on Zoom

Spanish conversation. Intermediate and advanced speakers, are invited to practice their skills in everyday dialogues facilitated by Gregorie Lule. Must register in advance by emailing Gregorie.Lule@gmail.com. for more information. Visit bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/spanish-conversation-10176-10177/ 10178/ 10179

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- bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/open-mic-night-bapl-9656

Monday, June 2: Story Circles: Growing Appreciation, Connection and Trust workshop for adults with professional actor and teaching artist Mark McKenna. For adults 55 and older to connect through storytelling, fostering listening and appreciation in a creative setting. 10 a.m. to noon. Registration required.

Tuesday, June 3: Taste and Tell: A monthly Library Cookbook Club for adults. Led by Chef Melanie Lino of From Lino.food. 6 to 7:30 p.m. Registration required. No guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Wednesday, June 4: Doodle Day for families and teens. Drop in and doodle /draw what you want. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. For children and accompanying adults. No drop-offs allowed.

The Bethlehem Press calendar listings are, to the best of our knowledge, correct at the time of printing. We are not responsible for the accuracy or reliability of information submitted by external parties.