GENERAL INFORMATION

Bethlehem Area Public Library: 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

Closings and hours and date changes: call 610-867-3761 or 610-867-7852 400 or visit bapl.org

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

ALL LIBRARIES

Next BAPL book sales: Indoor book sale, Main Library basement. Noon to 8 p.m. July 17 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 20. Cash, credit cards accepted. Visit bapl.org/book-sales/

BOOKS ON THE HILL

Stanley and Lynn sts., Fountain Hill

Tuesdays: Poem of the week. A new poem is selected and recited by performance by Cleveland Wall. No registration needed. Drop-in between 1 and 5 p.m.

COOLIDGE

Thursdays: Storytime. Ages two to four and pre-K themed storytimes featuring picture books, puppets, childhood rhymes, songs craft. 10:15 to 11 a.m. Registration required. Visit bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/storytime-coolidge-our-earth-11741

Wednesday, July 23: Jump Rope Fiber Craft. Finger knitting using your fingers instead of needles. Ages 10+. Registration required: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/jump-rope-fiber-craft-22209

What Makes Art? Explore a variety of artists, curators, civic workers and scientists using picture books and extension activities. Ages 8 and up. Registration required: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/what-makes-art-ages-8-tbd-21771

Tuesday, Aug. 5: Ablaze With Color. Georgia Alma Thomas, the first Black woman to have her work chosen for the White House collections. We will read her story and practice similar techniques in an art activity. Ages 8 and up. 10 a.m. Registration required: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/what-makes-art-ages-8-ablaze-color-21772

SOUTHSIDE

Reminder: Accessible by stairs only.

Tuesdays: Playtime, 10:30 to 11 a.m. Children up to four years old, parents and caregivers. No drop-offs allowed. Visit bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/playtime-library-46

Wednesdays: Preschool Storytime: 10:30 to 11 a.m. Children up to four years old, parents and caregivers. No drop-offs allowed. Visit bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/preschool-storytime-south-side-9117

Monday through Thursday to July 24: Free lunch for 18 and younger: First come, first served while supplies last. Noon to 1 p.m. Only accessible by stairs.

Wednesdays to July 23: Colors of Magic! Different themes each week. Ages six and up and families. 1 to 2 p.m. after a free lunch for youth (18 and under). Only accessible by stairs.

Thursdays to July 24: Fun crafts and activities. Join us.

Thursday, July 10: Bluey party. Only accessible by stairs. 1 to 2 p.m. Make Bluey headbands. Dance party to music from the show. Please note Bluey will not be in attendance. 1 to 2 p.m. Must register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/index.php/event/bluey-party-21112

Monday, July 14: Toddler playtime: only accessible by stairs. Blocks, puzzles, games, and toys provided. 11 to 11:45 a.m. Ages two to four. 1 to 2 p.m.

Pom-pom Popsicles: 1 to 2 p.m. Make colorful pom-pom Popsicles.

Tuesday, July 15: Overnight Moon Rocks fun space craft. 1 p.m. Registration required: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/overnight-moon-rocks-21109

Tuesday, July 22: Make your own telescope. 1 to 2 p.m. Registration required: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/make-your-own-telescope-21069

Thursday, July 24: Expressive Arts: In collaboration with Penn State Extension, a lesson on different forms of art, color, and expression. Must register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/expressive-arts-21114

Animal Adoption Painting Workshop for adults: In collaboration with the Lehigh Valley Humane Society: workshop where attendees can paint a portrait of the animals currently available for adoption that will be displayed at the library. 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Registration required: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/animal-adoption-painting-workshop-21983

Thursday, July 31: Cross Stitch Workshop. Adults only. Ladybug cross stitch; all supplies provided. 5 to 6 p.m. Must register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/cross-stitch-workshop-21643

MAIN LIBRARY

Mondays in July: Open Mic Night hosted by Bill Medei. Music, comedy, poetry. Performers sign up 5 p.m. 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

Mondays, July 14, 21 and 28: Spanish conversation. Intermediate and advanced speakers are invited to practice their skills in everyday dialogues facilitated by Gregorie Lule. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Must register in advance by emailing Gregorie.Lule@gmail.com. for more information.

Wednesday, July 9: Read To Dogs. Must be an independent reader. 2 to 3 p.m. Bring your own book or pick one up at the library. Information: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/read-dogs-independent-readers-21104

Saturday, July 12: Make a Scratch Art Ornament. Adults only. Lightweight paper shapes with a geometric design. Scratch the surface to reveal the colors in the pattern of one’s choice. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Registration required: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/make-scratch-art-ornament-19868

Jimmy Carter: Rock & Roll President (2020), a “rockumentary” showing how Jimmy Carter’s lifelong passion for music gave him an unexpected edge as a presidential candidate. 2:30 to 4:45 p.m. Must register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/documentary-film-screening-jimmy-carter-rock-roll-president-21200

Saturday, July 12 and 19: Nurture Nature Center: Create Connections to Sustainability: Green Spaces & Food. Attend one or more sessions. For students entering Grades 1-5. 10:30 a.m. to noon. Registration required: call 610-867-3761, ext. 499. Information: visit bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/nurture-nature-center-20611

Monday, July 14: Jackson Pollock Drip Art. create art in the style of “Action Jackson.” Wear something you don’t mind getting paint on. For students entering Grades 4 to 8. 6 to 7 p.m. Visit bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/jackson-pollock-art-20654

Tuesday, July 15: Fiber Arts and Friends: Bring knitting, crocheting, cross stitch, sewing and fiber project. Monthly themes, challenges, yarn exchange. All ages, experience levels. 6 to 7:45 p.m. Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/fiber-arts-friends-30 bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/fiber-arts-friends-16546

Wednesday, July 16: BIG time. Drop in for HUGE fun with BIG books, BIG coloring pages, BIG games, BIG keyboard. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Visit bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/big-time-library-22643

Book Sale: Noon to 8 p.m. Basement, Main Library. Cash or credit card accepted. Information: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/bapl-book-sale-18620

Saturday, July 19: Book Sale. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Basement, Main Library. Cash or credit card accepted. Information: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/bapl-book-sale-18624

Monday, July 21: Family Painting With Plants. Plants and spices will give us the colors we need to create vibrant works of art. The program will be held outside on the library porch.

10 to 11 a.m. Visit bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/painting-plants-20660

Tuesday, July 22

Play Clay and Puffy Slime. Mix it up with these fun concoctions. Ages 2 to 4. No younger children, please. Information: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/play-clay-and-puffy-slime-ages-2-no-younger-children-please-20661

Color Our World with 4-H. Light Science and Rainbows for children and accompanying adults.

bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/4-h-entering-1st-5th-grade-20943

Wednesday, July 23

Sort of Stained Glass Artwork Mfor grades 6 to 12. Make a personally designed sort-of stained glass panel using acrylic paint and glue. The program is first-come, first-served due to limited supplies. 3 to 4 p.m. Visit bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/stained-glass-20662

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