GENERAL INFORMATION

Contact: 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

Next BAPL book sales: Indoor book sale in Main Library basement. 50 shoppers at a time max. Cash and credit cards accepted. noon to 8 p.m. July 15 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.July 18. Visit bapl.org/book-sales/

To speak with staff members, call 610-867-3761 or 610-867-7852, ext. 400 or visitbapl.org. Some events are for children with adult(s) only.

PICKS OF THE MONTH

Summer Reading Program Kick-Off. Main library.Visit bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com for more information.

Saturday, June 4: Dinos & Donuts! Register for the summer reading program, get your face painted, eat a dino egg (doughnut hole), pose for a picture with our friend, Roary! Ages two to four.

Monday, June 6 to Saturday, June 13: Dinosaurs Loose in the Library all day. age two and up; families. Small, sneaky and hiding in bookshelves, behind displays and all over Youth Services. Find a dinosaur, bring it to the desk, and adopt your new friend. Main library.

June 1 to Saturday, July 13: SouthSide community art contest to celebrate the summer reading period’s “Unearth A Story”: 1. Unearthing my story 2. Inspired by a story 3. Creating my own story. bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/copy-copy-community-art-contest-31338

Sunday, June 7: Community Art Contest. All day. Community art contest to celebrate the summer reading period with the theme “UNEARTH A STORY.”

VIRTUAL EVENTS

For registration/information: Visit bapl.org or call 610-867-3761 unless otherwise noted.

Mondays, June 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.

Fridays, June 5, 12, 19, 26: 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

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 BRANCH

Tuesdays, June 9, July 7, Aug. 4: Reading to Therapy Dogs. 10 -11 a.m. Independent readers only. Parents and caregivers may wait in the library hallway. Take a photo of your child with the therapy dog. Call BAPL Coolidge at 484-892-6267 to schedule a 15 minute session. bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/read-therapy-dog-29660

Tuesday, June 9: Preschool storytime: Lost Dinosaurs. Ages two to four 10:30 a.m.–11 a.m.

Mondays to June 29: Savy 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. - noon. Visit bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/savvy-caregiver-30203

SOUTHSIDE BRANCH

Reminder: Accessible by stairs only.

Daily: 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 and caregivers. No drop-offs allowed.

Mondays: June 4, 11, 18, 25: Toddler playtime at the SouthSide library. Blocks, puzzles, games, and toys provided. 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.

Spanish Conversation with Gregorie Lule. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Email: Gregorie.Lule@gmail.com for details. Zoom event. Must register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/spanish-conversation-25095

Saturdays: Preschool Storytime. 11 –11:30 a.m. Monday through Thursday.

Wednesdays, June 3, 10, 17, 24 to July 30: Free lunch for kids 18 (grade 12) and under. Noon - 1 p.m. First come, first served while supplies last. Only accessible by stairs.

Tuesday, June 9: Make a dinosaur mask. Supplies provided for first 20 people. First come, first served. Accessible by stairs.bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/dinosaur-mask-diy-29990

Wednesday, June 10: Dinosaur headbands. Supplies provided for the first 20 people. First come, first served. Accessible by stairs. bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/dinosaur-headbands-31183

Thursday, June 11: Rep. Steve Samuelson mobile office. Need help filing a rent rebate form or any other state government related issues? 10 a.m. to noon. Adults. Must register. bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/rep-steve-samuelson-mobile-office-hours-29570

Dinosaur egg hunt. 11 a.m. to noon. Accessible by stairs only. bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/index.php/event/dinosaur-egg-hunt-31192

Friday, June 12: Storytime. dinosaur mask. Supplies provided for first 20 people. First come, first served. Accessible by stairs.bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/dinosaur-mask-diy-29990

Sunday, June 14: Community Art Contest. All day. Grades six and up. Visit bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/community-art-contest-31342

Monday, June 15: Bilingual Beats with Play Patrol, Mr. Boom Boom. 5-6 p.m. Must register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/bilingual-beats-play-patrol-29329

Tuesday, June 16: Dinosaur-rumpus celebration. 11 a.m.- noon. Snacks, games, and dinosaur themed activities. bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/dinosaur-rumpus-29991

Wednesday, June 17: Cookie excavation. All supplies provided for the first 20 people. bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/cookie-excavation-31184

MAIN LIBRARY

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.

Mondays, June 3, 10, 17, 24: Spanish conversation. Intermediate and advanced speakers are invited to practice their skills in everyday dialogues facilitated by Gregorie Lule. Must register in advance by emailing Gregorie.Lule@gmail.com. for more information. Visit bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/spanish-conversation-10176-10177/ 10178/ 10179

Mondays, June 8, 15, 22,29:

Preschool block party. Ages two to five. For children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child. Drop offs will not be permitted. 10 to 11 a.m. Information: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/preschool-block-party-12540

Thursday, June 4, 11, 18, 25: Community tech. 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. bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/community-tech-time-30605

Friday, June 5: Fine Arts Commission: Sculpture Garden Concert Series: 4-8 p.m. East side of main library/ inside in Laros Room. bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/fine-arts-commission-sculpture-garden-concert-series-30462

Mary Pat Beebe Book Club on ZOOM. 10 to 11 a.m. Invites sent by email. Must register: visit bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/mary-pat-beebe-book-club-27125

Friday, June 5, 12, 19, 26: Free English Classes for adults in person or on Zoom at zoom.us/wc/join/88554987572; Info: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/free-virtual-english-classesgratis-virtual-ingles-clases-27980

Tuesday, June 9, “The Book Thief” by Markus Zusak. 6 -7 p.m. Must register if new to group: email info.pursuingpassions@gmail.com.

Wednesday, June 10: Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival’s “Play On!” Community Tour free performance of William Shakespeare’s “As You Like It.” 6-7:30 p.m. Must register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/pennsylvania-shakespeare-festival-play-tour-27917

Saturday, June 13: Learn about the history of dyes and how to dye cloth materials using everyday food items. Socks provided.

Nail Polish Bottles to Mini Bud Vases Craft. Adults. Limited to first 15 registrants. 2 - 3:30 p.m. bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/polish-petals-nail-polish-bottles-bud-vases-craft-31370

Tuesday, June 16: Fiber Arts and Friends. Bring knitting, crocheting, cross stitch, sewing, fiber projects. Noon to 1:30 p.m. bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/fibeevent/fiber-arts-friends-23269