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GENERAL INFORMATION

Bethlehem Area Public Library: 11 E. Church St. (main- 610-867-3761); 400 Webster St. (Southside branch- 610-867-7852); 2740 Fifth St. (Coolidge- 484-892-6267). Visit bapl.org

All libraries closed Labor Day Weekend: Saturday, Aug. 30 and Monday, Sept. 1

BOOKS ON THE HILL

Stanley and Lynn Streets, Fountain Hill

Tuesdays Poem of the week: No registration needed. Drop in between 1 and 5 p.m.

Bookmobile: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday (closed on a fifth Friday of a month; holidays): 1 to 5 p.m. Check for closures, limited hours.

COOLIDGE

Thursdays: Storytime at Coolidge. Ages two to four. 10:15 to 11 a.m. Must register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/storytime-coolidge-our-earth-11741

Tuesday, Sept. 17: ADULTS. Carmela Cirilli, of The Cultured Club, will discuss benefits, history and science of gut-healthy kombucha; live demo of brewing basics. Symbiotic Culture Of Bacteria and Yeast available for purchase. 6 to 6:45 p.m. Must register: call 484-892-6267.

SOUTHSIDE

Reminder: Accessible by stairs only.

Tuesdays: Playtime; Wednesdays: Preschoool Storytime. 10:30 to 11 a.m. for up to four years old, parents and caregivers. No drop-offs allowed.

Thursday, Sept. 11: Meet with Pa. Rep. Steve Samuelson and staff. 10 a.m. to noon. Must register for a time slot: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/rep-steve-samuelson-mobile-office-hours-23081

Create a functional clock using old vinyls. Adults. Only accessible by stairs. Registration required: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/diy-vinyl-clock-23164

MAIN LIBRARY

Wednesdays in September: Gentle Yoga for adults. Noon to 1:15 p.m. Must register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/gentle-yoga-16108

Sort of Stained Glass Artwork using acrylic paint and glue. First-come, first served. Grades 6 to 12; 3 to 4 p.m. Visit bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/stained-glass-20662

Mondays, Sept. 15, 22, 29: Open Mic Night: Performers arrive by 5 p.m.to sign up. Visit bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/open-mic-night-bapl-16635

Virtual Spanish conversation. Intermediate and advanced speakers. Facilitator: Gregorie Lule. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Must register in advance by emailing Gregorie.Lule@gmail.com for more information.

Mondays through Thursdays: Homework help from a Moravian University/America Reads tutor. No registration required. 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Grades 1-12. To Nov. 20. Check for changes; no holidays or breaks sessions: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/homework-help-23624

Friday, Sept. 5: Mary Pat Beebe Book Club on ZOOM: “My Friends (2024)” by Hisham Matar. 10 to 11 a.m. Invites sent by email. Must register: visit bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/mary-pat-beebe-book-club-16822

Monday, Sept. 8: TAB \Teen Advisory Board general meeting. Grades six to 12. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Information: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/teen-advisory-board-general-meeting-grades-6-12-21749

Tuesday, Sept. 9: Professional and Personal Book Club: “Lies My Teacher Told Me” by James W. Loewen. 6 to 7 p.m. Zoom. Register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/book-group-tbd-15319

Thursday, Sept. 11: Rep. Steve Samuelson Mobile Office for adults. Need help filing your rent rebate form or any other state government related issues? 10 a.m. to noon. Must register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/rent-rebate-20282

Saturday, Sept. 13: Bethlehem Japan Peace Project art and musical performances commemorate the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II. 1 to 4 p.m. Must register: required: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/bethlehem-peace-project-22924

Bracelet design with Kelly. Must register at Reference Desk; refundable deposit (returned on the day of class): $10 cash (no credit cards) No refunds for no-shows. BAPL patrons only. Supplies included.

Tuesday, Sept. 16: 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 bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/fiber-arts-friends-16550

Wednesday, Sept. 17: Teddy Bear Clinic. Bring a stuffed friend for a wellness checkup, storytime, art activity. Children and accompanying adults. 10:30 to 11:15 a.m.

Book Sale: Noon to 8 p.m. Basement, Main Library. Cash or credit card accepted. Information: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/bapl-book-sale-18625

Saturday, Sept. 20: 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-18619

Diverse Voices: The Secret Lives of Church Ladies by Deesha Philyaw. Nine short stories explore religion, sexuality, and culture through the lives of Black women protagonists with Professor Stephanie Powell Watts. Must register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/diverse-voices-jewish-and-african-american-authors-book-discussion-23168

Bike and Safe Streets: Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia and PA SAFE ROADS PAC representatives share their organizations and efforts at the state and local level. 5 to7 p.m. Sponsored by FEAT, CAT, Bethlehem E-Bike and Juno Eco-Energy. Must register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/evening-bike-advocacy-street-safety-23441