We have numerous programs and events that launched Jan. 4. See the library’s Facebook page and website, northamptonapl.org, for access or more information.

Help us complete a virtual sticker mosaic picture with Virtual Stick Together.

NAPL’s online trivia quiz - with a totally rad 1990s theme - is also available.

Explore links, videos and activities related to early literacy throughout the interactive children’s library. This month’s theme is January holidays.

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For the safety of our staff and patrons, Northampton Area Public Library will continue to provide curbside service. Patrons may place holds for items online or by calling the library at 610-262-7537. Once items are ready, patrons will be notified to set up a time for pickup.

Computer appointments are available for a 45-minute appointment every hour - one appointment per person per day.

Patrons may also utilize our Wi-Fi to access the Internet from the library’s grounds or parking lot.

Thank you for helping us keep our community safe.

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Celebrate Alexander Hamilton’s birthday Jan. 11 with a trivia event for teens.

Go to the library’s Facebook page or website for details.

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The library is hosting DIY storytime events. The next event is Jan. 19 with “A Splendid Friend Indeed.”

Each storytime has a book and activity sheet with ideas that follow the five early literacy practices. There is a limited supply, so it is first come, first served.

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Sign up now for the teen Mug Meals program. Receive a mug and all the dry ingredients to make a pizza and a brownie.

Registration is required. Pickup begins Jan. 19.

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Make your own bird feeder for a chance to see some birds this winter. The Cookie Cutter Bird Feeder project starts Jan. 19.

Registration is required. Supplies and instructions will be provided after registration.

Check out our eastern Pennsylvania bird guide, which will launch on the above date, to identify what may come to your bird feeder.

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Don’t miss the Get Organized for 2021 program 6:30 p.m. Jan. 20. During this virtual group class, learn how to break down your goals and set winning habits to achieve the 2021 goals you’ve set for yourself.

Register for this program to receive the link to the live Zoom presentation.

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The teen Winter Bookopoly event runs until Jan. 30. Complete rows of the challenge and gain small prizes.

Turn in the completed sheet for an entry into the drawing for an Amazon gift card.

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Craft bags with story suggestions are available for pickup for ages preschool through second grade. A new craft is available every week through January.

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Children’s Harry Potter book week will run Feb. 1-4. Participate in our week of take-home crafts and activities.

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The adult winter reading challenge runs until Feb. 13. Beat the cold, stay home and curl up with a good book.

Complete the challenges on the winter reading bookmark, return the bookmark to NAPL or email to info@northamptonapl.org and get entered for prizes.

Track your books on Reader Zone with code 7ae8c for more chances to win. Every book is another entry for a prize.

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For more information on services and programs, visit our website.