GENERAL INFORMATION

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.

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

BAPL book sales: Main library basement. Cash and credit cards accepted. Noon to 8 p.m. Sept. 16 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 19. Visit bapl.org/book-sales/

Speak with staff: Call 610-867-3761 or 610-867-7852 ext. 400 or visitbapl.org. Some events are for children with adult(s) only.

Newsletter: Sign up for the newsletter at bapl.org/about-bapl/newsletter-sign-up/

Saturday, Sept. 5; Monday, Sept. 7: All branches closed.

JANE’S PICKS

Wednesday, Sep. 9: “Anxietyland” cartoonist, writer, and anxious person Gemma Correll takes us through her struggles with anxiety, to the desperate search for relief and learning that is possible to feel OK again. Teens grades six-12. main library. Must register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/author-event-32905

VIRTUAL EVENTS

Mondays (none Sept. 7): 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: 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, Aug. 27: That’s My Story: Memoir writing group. Noon -1:30 p.m. Adults. Must register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/thats-my-story-memoir-writing-group-26881.

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

Wednesday, Aug. 26, Sept. 16: Crochet Collective. Grades six to 12. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Must register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/crochet-collective-33577

Thursday, Aug. 27: Pete the Cat story time with Zoellner Arts Center. 10 - 10:45 a.m. Ages two -four and Pete the Cat musical: Zoellner’s 2026 Family Day. Nov. 15. Must register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/pete-cat-storytime-zoellner-arts-center-33175.

Saturday, Sept. 12: Pokemon Club: Deck building event. Bring your own TCG deck. Grades six-12. 2-3 p.m. Call BAPL Coolidge to register: 484-892-6267.

SOUTHSIDE BRANCH

Ongoing

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/

Mondays (None on Sept. 7): Toddler playtime at the SouthSide library. Blocks, puzzles, games, and toys provided. 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.

Spanish Conversation intermediate and advanced speakerswith Gregorie Lule. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Must register in advance by emailing Gregorie.Lule@gmail.com.

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.

Free English Classes. Adults only. 6-7 p.m. Email cjames@themiraresources.org for information. No registration needed.

Wednesdays: Community Resource Navigator Hours: Families: 2-7 p.m. Adults: Bethlehem Emergency Sheltering (BES) and BAPL provide a starting point for those at the library who are homelessness, are at risk of homelessness, or who need resources.

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

Date specific

Saturday, Aug. 29: Paint a portrait of your pet. Acrylic paint on wooden or white canvas. Noon -1:30 p.m. Email nhance@bapl.org: 3 to 5 portrait-style photos of one pet before registration to To register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/pet-portrait-painting-32313.

Saturday, Sept. 12: Trinket Box Decorating. Noon -1:30 p.m. Adults. Only accessible by stairs. Registration required: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/box-decorating-33864

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.

Ongoing

Mondays (except Sept. 7): Spanish conversation. Intermediate and advanced speakers are invited to practice their skills in everyday dialogues facilitated by Gregorie Lule. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Must register in advance by emailing Gregorie.Lule@gmail.com.

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

Tuesdays: Free English Classes for adults in person or on Zoom at zoom.us/wc/join/88554987572; 6-7 p.m. Info: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/free-virtual-english-classesgratis-virtual-ingles-clases-27980

Community Resource Navigator Hours: Families: 3-8 p.m. Adults: Bethlehem Emergency Sheltering (BES) and BAPL. Walk-ins welcome. Rebuilding Confidence After Setbacks. Adults. Regain confidence, clarity, and direction after challenging experiences or periods of transition. 6-7 p.m. Register:bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/rebuilding-confidence-after-setbacks-32807

Thursdays: Baby story time, bouncing rhymes, music. 10:30 -11 a.m. Ages up to 24 months.

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

Fridays: Community Resource Navigator Hours: Families: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Adults: Bethlehem Emergency Sheltering (BES) and BAPL. Walk-ins welcome.

Free English Classes for adults. Noon to 1 p.m. Adults in person or on Zoom at zoom.us/wc/join/88554987572; Zoom ID: 885 5498 7572; Zoom Password: BAPL;

Zoom ID: 885 5498 7572; Zoom Password: BAPL. Visit zoom.us/wc/join/88554987572; bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/free-virtual-english-classesgratis-virtual-ingles-clases-27980

Date specific

Wednesday, Aug. 26: Yoga story and fun. 10:30-11:15 a.m. Ages three to seven.

Genealogy workshop using Ancestry Library Edition and library resources. 11 a.m. to noon. Adults. Must register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/genealogy-workshop-33474

Wednesday, Sept. 9: Anxietyland cartoonist and writer Gemma Correll. 5-7:30 p.m. Grades six to 12. Must register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/author-event-32905

Thursday, Sept. 10: 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 Tuesday, Sept. 1: Taste and Tell: Library Cookbook Club led by Chef Melanie Lino of From Lino. 6-7:30 p.m. Must register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/copy-taste-and-tell-library-cookbook-club-23325

Tuesdays, Sept. 1 and 15: Fiber Arts and Friends. Bring knitting, crocheting, cross stitch, sewing, fiber projects. Noon to 1:30 p.m.

Friday, Sept. 4: 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-27128

Tuesday, Sept. 8: Rebuilding Confidence After Setbacks. Adults. Regain confidence, clarity, and direction after challenging experiences or periods of transition. 6-7 p.m. Must register:bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/rebuilding-confidence-after-setbacks-32807

Bethlehem Book Club. Adults. 6-7 p.m. Register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/bethlehembookclub

Wednesday, Sept. 9: Anxietyland cartoonist and writer Gemma Correll. 5-7:30 p.m. Grades six to 12. Must register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/author-event-32905

Thursday, Sept. 10: 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.

Tuesday, Sept. 15: Fiber Arts and Friends. Bring knitting, crocheting, cross stitch, sewing, fiber projects. 6- 7:45 p.m. bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/fiber-arts-friends-23283