Press photo by dana grubbBethlehem Area Public Library book sale coordinator Laurel Stone reports that the December sale at the main branch earned $10,183, finishing the year on a high note. The next sale, the first in the new year, is scheduled for Jan. 28 and 31, 2026. Stone says starting next year “all adult hardcover books will be $2.00.” Information about book sales can be found at bapl.org or by calling 610-867-3761 ext. 235. Above: Bethlehem resident Emily Haddad spent time at the December book sale shopping for Christmas gifts for her kids.