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

Main Library: 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/

Contact: 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.

Concerns: The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library at bapl.org or call 610-867-3761 or 610-867-7852 ext. 400.

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PICK OF THE MONTH

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

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

BAPL is a plant-a-row to feed the hungry drop-off site. Donate a row of vegetables or share your overflow to the Plant-A- Row program. Or purchase fresh produce and donate it. Visit bapl.org for details.

VIRTUAL EVENTS

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

Thursday, June 18: Mr. Boom-Boom’s Play Patrol - universe of sounds. All ages. 1 - 1: 45 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, July 7, August 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 16: Preschool storytime: Lost Dinosaurs. Ages two to four 10:30am–11:00am

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

Wednesday, July 1: Storytime and craft: Mara Rockliff’s Gingerbread for Liberty! is the true story of a German-born American patriot with a big heart and talent for baking. Elementary (Grades K-five). 5:30 -6:30 p.m. Must register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/celebrate-our-250th-gingerbread-liberty-31406 and click on “register” at the bottom of the page.

SOUTHSIDE BRANCH

Accessible by stairs only.

Daily: Book sales: Indoor main floor book sale (books, DVDs and video games). Cash and credit cards accepted. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday to Thursday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays. Good quality donations accepted. Visit bapl.org/book-sales/

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 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 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.

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

Wednesdays, June 17 to August 26: Youth Chess Club,Grades six to 12. 3-4 p.m.

Thursday, June 18: Song and play with Lolly Hopwood. Ages two to four. 11 a.m. to noon. Must register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/lolly-hopwood-music-show-31195

Create flower prints using acrylic paint on music sheet paper. Adults only. 5-6 p.m.Must register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/music-sheet-flower-print-painting-30917

Sundays, June 21, 28: SouthSide community art contest. All day. Information: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/copy-copy-community-art-contest-31338

Monday, June 22: Wildlands Animal Show. 11 a.m. - noon.

Monday, June 29: Papa Tater’s Magic Show. Age two to Grades five. 11 a.m. to noon.

Teen game day: play card/board games, or bring your own handheld video game to play. This is a laid-back event for teens grades six -12. 4-5 p.m.

Tuesday, June 30: Jurassic Bingo. Ages two to four; grades K-5. 11 a.m. to noon.

Wednesday, July 1: Dinosaur Fossil Snack Lab. Pre-K, Elementary (Grades K-5). Create a fossil swith graham crackers, icing, and other treats.

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.

Mondays, June 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

Thursday, June 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 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

Fridays, June 19, 26; Saturdays, June 20, 27: Mondays, June 22, 29: Community Resource Navigator Hours: Families: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Adults: 2 - 6 p.m. Bethlehem Emergency Sheltering (BES) and BAPL provide a starting point for those at the library who are experiencing homelessness, risk of homelessness, or who need resources.

Friday, June 19, 26: 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

Mondays, June 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

Open MicNight night hosted by Bill Medei. Music, comedy, poetry. Performers arrive at 5 p.m. to sign-up. 15 minute time limit for musicians; six minute time limit for poets, comedians. 5 to 7:30 p.m. Visit bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/open-mic-night-bapl-25508

Saturday, June 27: Can You Dig I? Grades k-five. 2-3 p.m.

Sunday, June 29: Unearthing Underwater: Blobfish. Ages eight to 18.

Tuesday, June 30: Preschool Story and Art. Ages two to four. 10:30 -11 a.m.