GENERAL INFORMATION

Locations: Bethlehem Area Public Library at 11 E. Church St. (main) or 400 Webster St. (Southside branch) or 2740 Fifth St. (Coolidge).

Hours: 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

Holidays: Libraries closed for Memorial Day weekend, Saturday, May 23 and Monday, May 25.

Book sales: Indoor book sale in Main Library basement. 50 shoppers at a time max. Cash, credit cards accepted. Noon to 8 p.m. July 15; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 18. Visit bapl.org/ book-sales/ Southside Indoor main floor book sale (books, DVDs and video games). Cash and credit cards accepted. Open from 2 to 6 p.m. Friday, May 28 and Saturday, May 29. 400 Webster St.

PICKS OF THE MONTH

Saturday, May 25: Outside Lawn Party- Nature soup. 10:30 - 11:15 a.m. Gather natural ingredients around the Library to make nature soup! No registration required. No rain date. Meet outside on the porch and dress for the weather. Caregivers must be involved and engaged during the program.

Jigsaw puzzle swap. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Register: swapping begins at 10:40. Puzzles and their box must be in good shape with no tears, stains, odors, missing pieces, or damage; must include a box and be 250 pieces or more; practice the “golden rule” of puzzles; give puzzles in the condition in which you would like to receive them; a one/one exchange is not guaranteed. Register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/jigsaw-puzzle-swap-24874

VIRTUAL EVENTS

Mondays: June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29: Virtual Spanish conversation. Intermediate and advanced speakers. Facilitator: Gregorie Lule. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Must register: email Gregorie.Lule@gmail.com for more information.

Friday, May 22, 29: Free virtual (Zoom) English classes / Gratis Virtual Ingles Clases. Noon to 1 p.m. Adults only. Visit bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/free-virtual-english-classesgratis-virtual-ingles-clases-27966

Thursday, May 28: That’s My Story: Adults Memoir Writing Group. Noon to 1:30 p.m. Must register. bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/index.php/event/thats-my-story-memoir-writing-group-26878

BOOKS ON THE HILL

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

Saturday, June 6: Sip & Stitch slow stitching. No previous experience is needed. Fabric, needle and thread provided. Visit bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/sip-stitch-24587

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

COOLIDGE BRANCH

Mondays, June 1 - 29: Savvy Caregiver series. Seven week workshop in partnership with the United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley and Age-Friendly Lehigh Valley, with financial support from the Fleming Foundation. Presenter: Jackie Crespo, Certified Dementia practitioner. 10 a.m. to noon. Visit bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/savvy-caregiver-30200

Wednesday, May 20: Crochet Collective. Grades six to 12. All levels of ability. 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Must register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/index.php/event/crochet-collective-29649

SOUTHSIDE BRANCH

Reminder: Accessible by stairs only.

Mondays: June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 : Toddler playtime at the SouthSide library. Blocks, puzzles, games, and toys provided. 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.

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

Mondays through to May 21: Drop in with your homework. Lehigh University tutors help with homework in all subjects. Grades K-12.

Tuesdays: Playtime; 11 –11:30 a.m. Monday to Thursday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Saturdays: Preschool Storytime. 10:30 to 11 a.m. for up to four years old, parents/ caregivers.

Tuesday, May 26: Seed to Supper seven week classes. 5:30 to 7 p.m. Adults. Lehigh Valley Master Gardeners: how to build healthy soil, plan growing space, choose crops, care and harvesting. Applications required: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/seed-supper-29115

Tuesdays, weekly. Free English classes for those with an intermediate level of English language skills. 6-7 p.m. No registration required

Wednesday, May 20: Textile Class: Summer Pennant Banners. Presented by Linda Lech. Adults. 5 - 6 p.m. Register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/textile-class-summer-pennant-banners-29200

A complete listing appears on the Bethlehem Press website under the News Briefs category.

Friday, May 22, 29: Free virtual (Zoom) English classes / Gratis Virtual Ingles Clases. Noon to 1 p.m. Adults only. Visit bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/free-virtual-english-classesgratis-virtual-ingles-clases-27966

Thursday, May 28: Community Tech Time librarian-led drop-in session. Get assistance with simple tech skills, setting up and using your devices, and exploring helpful library resources 11 to noon.

Plant a small terra-cotta pot. At the end of class you’ll be given a soil pod for your pot; you are welcome to choose some seeds from our seed library on the way out. Adults only. 5-6 p.m. Supplies provided. Register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/small-flower-pot-painting-29820

That’s My Story: Adults Memoir Writing Group. Noon to 1:30 p.m. Must register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/index.php/event/thats-my-story-memoir-writing-group-26878

Mondays, May 29; Saturday, May 30: Book sales, 2 to 6 p.m.

Saturday, May 30: Minecraft party. Snacks will be provided. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Registration recommended, as supplies are limited: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/minecraft-craft-party-30078

MAIN BRANCH

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.

Fridays, May 22, 29: Free virtual (Zoom) English classes / Gratis Virtual Ingles Clases. Noon to 1 p.m. Adults only. Visit bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/free-virtual-english-classesgratis-virtual-ingles-clases-27966

Mondays, May 25, June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29: Open Mic Night: Performers arrive by 5 p.m.to sign up. Fifteen minute time limit for musicians and six minute time limit for poets and comedians. 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: email Gregorie.Lule@gmail.com for more information.

Qigong Meditation and Relaxation training. 10:15 to 11:30 a.m. Must register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/qigong-meditation-and-relaxation-training-26691

Saturday, May 25: Outside Lawn Party- Nature soup. 10:30 - 11:15 a.m. Gather natural ingredients around the library to make nature soup! No registration required. No rain date. Meet outside on the porch and dress for the weather. Caregivers must be involved and engaged during the program.

Jigsaw puzzle swap. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Register: swapping begins at 10:40. Puzzles and their box must be in good shape with no tears, stains, odors, missing pieces, or damage; must include a box and be 250 pieces or more; give puzzles in the condition in which you would like to receive them; Due to the nature of the puzzle swap, a one/one exchange is not guaranteed. Register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/jigsaw-puzzle-swap-24874

Tuesday, May 26: Cryptid Club. No prior cryptid knowledge required. Skeptics and believers welcome. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Adults 18 years old and up. Registration is required: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/cryptid-club-adults-28333

Tuesdays, May 26 and June 2: Intermediate French Reading and Conversation Course. 1 to 2 p.m. Cost (textbook included). With Susanne L. Lalande, instructor. For those who have basic intermediate knowledge of the French language and would like to brush up on their skills in a fun environment. Sign-ups are in person at the Bethlehem Main Library Reference Desk where you can pay the course fee and get on the roster. No sign-ups online.

Saturday, May 30: Sasha Phyars-Burgess photography event. 11:30 a.m. to 2: 30 p.m. Visit

bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/sasha-phyars-burgess-photography-event-29130.

Color Yourself Calm. No artistic experience needed. Materials provided, along with light refreshments. Drop in event. No registration required. 12:30 -2:30 p.m. Adults.

Monday, June 1: Qigong Meditation and Relaxation training. 10:15 to 11:30 a.m. Must register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/qigong-meditation-and-relaxation-training-26691

Tuesday, June 2: Taste and Tell: A Library Cookbook Club. 6 to 7:30 p.m. Must register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/copy-taste-and-tell-library-cookbook-club-23322

Dracula Book Club. Guide: draculadaily.substack.com/about (free). 11 a.m. to noon. bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/dracula-book-club-30524

Tuesdays, June 2, 16: Fiber Arts and Friends. Bring knitting, crocheting, cross stitch, sewing, fiber projects. Yarn exchange. 6 to 7:45 p.m. No registration needed.

Wednesday, June 3: Gentle yoga with certified yoga instructor Wendy L. Thomson M.Ed., LPC RYT, Licensed Professional Counselor, and Registered Yoga Teacher. 10 - 11:15 a.m. Wear loose fitting clothing and bring a Yoga mat or towel. Registration is required:. bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/gentle-yoga-26648

Friday evenings, June 5, 12, 19, 26: Specific start times vary by performance. Bethlehem Main Library, east side at the Sculpture Gardens on the corner of New and Church streets. Visit bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/fine-arts-commission-sculpture-garden-concert-series-30462