The Bethlehem Area Public Library’s midsummer book sale is scheduled Wednesday, July 15 from noon to 8 p.m. and Saturday, July 18 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Main Branch located at 11 W. Church St. Book sale patrons are reminded that “book scanners and other electronic pricing devices are not permitted at the Wednesday sale,” but are permitted at the Saturday sales. Most credit and debit cards are accepted for payment. Visit bapl.org or call 610-867-3761, ext. 235 for additional information. Above: Fifteen-year book sale volunteer Bob Vanover, who is a Bethlehem resident, restocks the table containing stories about war at the May 2026 book sale.