GENERAL INFORMATION

Branches: Main Branch, 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. 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 visitbapl.org. Some events are for children with adult(s) only.

Wednesday, Dec. 24: All branches CLOSED. (Christmas Eve)

Thursday, Dec. 25: All branches CLOSED. (Christmas)

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

Tuesday, Dec. 23: Coolidge Mural Project: Grades 6-12 and adults. 6 to 7 p.m. Must register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/coolidge-mural-project-session-6-25352

SOUTHSIDE

Accessible by stairs only

Mondays, Dec. 15: Spanish Conversation facilitated by Gregorie Lule. Please contact Gregorie at Gregorie.Lule@gmail.com for details. Zoom event. Must register. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Tuesdays: Playtime;

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

Wednesday, Dec. 17: Adults Holiday Wreath card making. 5 to 6 p.m. Must register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/holiday-wreath-card-making-class-25798

Thursday, Dec. 18: Make a gingerbread house out of craft sticks. 5 to 6 p.m. Only accessible by stairs. Must register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/teen-cozy-crafts-journal-cover-decorating-24992

Saturday, Dec. 20: ”Present and Play” with Ivy Rehab. 11 a.m. Must register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/present-play-ivy-rehab-kids-25985

MAIN LIBRARY

Daily: Many programs are designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Wednesday, Dec. 10, 12: Gentle Yoga for adults. Noon to 1:15 p.m. Must register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/gentle-yoga-16124

Wednesday, Dec. 10: Adults only: Make faux stained glass using permanent markers on glass. Holiday templates available. 6 p.m. Must register: required.bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/holiday-faux-stained-glass-22929

Youth Literature Censorship forum for adults. An author, a librarian, and a bookseller discuss book banning. 6 p.m. Must register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/youth-literature-censorship-forum-24851

Thursday, Dec. 11: Meet with PA Rep. Steve Samuelson and staff. 10 a.m. to noon. Register with your estimated arrival time: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/rep-steve-samuelson-mobile-office-hours-25801

Saturday, Dec. 13: Telebear’s workshop of seasonal traditions. Craft stations guided by PBS education facilitators. 10 a.m. to noon. Free but must register: eventbrite.com/e/telebears-holiday-workshop-registration-1754848923369

Rooted: A Story of Artists Embracing Place, 75-minute documentary about the transformation of Bethlehem from a steel town to an arts town. 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Must register.

Mondays, Dec. 15, 22, 29: Open Mic Night: Performers arrive by 5 p.m.to sign up. Visit bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/open-mic-night-bapl-16650

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

bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/film-rooted-story-artists-embracing-place-24599

Monday, Dec. 15: Teens end of the year party for grades six to 12. 6:15 to 7:15 p.m.

Tuesday, Dec. 16: Virtual Film Club: “Certified Copy” 2010. Directed by Abbas Kiarostami. 7 to 8 p.m. Zoom link sent by email. Must register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/virtual-film-club-17455

Fiber Arts: Bring knitting, crocheting, cross stitch, sewing and fiber project. Monthly themes, challenges, yarn exchange. All ages, experience levels. 6 to 7:45 p.m.

Thursday, Dec. 18: Memoir writing group with Jerry Waxler, NCC writing instructor. Must register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/thats-my-story-memoir-writing-25235

Saturday, Dec. 20: Holiday concert with the Champagne Flutes. 1 to 2 p.m. Must register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/champagne-flutes-25223

Monday, Dec. 22: Teens’ holiday movie night with hot chocolate, cookies and popcorn for grades six to 12 only. 5 to 7 p.m. Movie information: 610-867-3761, ext. 499.