The Bethlehem Press calendar listings are, to the best of our knowledge, correct at the time of printing. We are not responsible for the accuracy or reliability of information submitted by external parties.

General information for the Bethlehem Area Public Library: NEW website calendar listings: visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/events/upcoming

Visit the Bethlehem Area Public Library at 11 E. Church St. (main) or 400 Webster St. (Southside branch) or 2740 Fifth St. (Coolidge). For hours, information or to speak with staff members, call 610-867-3761 (Main-11 W. Church St.) or 610-867-7852; Webster St. (SouthSide branch) or 484-892-6267 (Coolidge). Library website: www.bapl.org

REQUEST ITEMS FROM THE LIBRARY for Bookmobile pick-up: call 610-867-3761, ext. 399 or e-mail info@bapl.org for adult materials. Children’s items: call 610-867-3761, ext. 499 or e-mail youthservice@bapl.org at least one day in advance of pick-up. Select pickup location: bookmobile before submitting request.

RENEWALS FROM HOME: log in to account at www.bapl.org or call 610-867-3761(x299) for the circulation desk.

SOUTHSIDE BRANCH, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays; 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturdays. Call the South Side Branch for more information at 610-867-7852.

BOOKMOBILE SCHEDULE CHANGES, CANCELLATIONS: mhenninger@bapl.org to be notified about cancellations.

BOOKS ON THE HILL, Stanley & Spiegel, Fountain Hill. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday; 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday; closed Wednesdays; 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. alternate Fridays and Saturdays.

UPCOMING BOOK SALES: The next book sales are set for noon to 8 p.m. May 17 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 20. Indoor book sale, Main Library basement. 50 shoppers at a time max. Follow COVID protocols. Most credit /debit cards accepted. Events, information: visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/events/upcoming

HOLIDAY CLOSURES: The main library and the branches are closed on holidays.

MAIN LIBRARY

Major renovations of the first floor, main library, March 1 through April. No computer or Studio 11 access for adults or the adult library collections except for some new items. Reserves/InterLibrary Loans may still be picked up. Place returns in the outdoor book drop.

Youth Services programming and scheduled events such as Yoga, Qigong, library clubs and some activities , continue. Other BAPL locations are open andthe bookmobile is operating except for holidays. To donate to BAPL’s 2022-2023 capital campaign, visit https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E349578&;id=1

Many events are for children and accompanying adults only. No drop-offs. Check with the library or on the website to see if this applies to specific events.

The Bethlehem Press calendar listings are, to the best of our knowledge, correct at the time of printing. We are not responsible for the accuracy or reliability of information submitted by external parties.

All month:

Homework help: Lehigh University Alpha Phi students help grades K to twelve students with homework of any subject from 4:30 to 6 p.m. No registration required. Mondays through Thursdays weekly unless otherwise noted Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/

Wednesday, April 19

Dungeons and Dragons, grades six to 12. 6 to 7:30 p.m. One shot adventure, pre-rolled characters, dice set, and mini manual provided. No registration. Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/dungeons-dragons-17

Thursday, April 20

Police Storytime. Outside Lawn / Porch at Main Library. Join the City of Bethlehem Police Department for a fun storytime! A police officer will read several picture books to children of all ages and talk to children about a day in the life of a Bethlehem Police Officer. Police-related craft after the story. 10-11 a.m. PLEASE NOTE: Due to officers’ limited availability, they may not be able to make a date, but a librarian will read the stories in their stead. Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/police-storytime-12

Friday, April 21

Play and Learn group with welcoming areas within our program space where children and their caregivers can play, learn and grow together. These play spaces feature interactive materials for very young children, including board books, toys, puzzles 10-11 a.m. https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/play-learn-play-group-0 10

April 22

Earth Day. Celebrate our planet and all of its joyous beauty with an Earth Day Storytime & craft. Leave with a planted basil seed and a seed bomb to help you start your own garden 11- noon. Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/earth-day

Gaming With Nintendo. Grades K-12. WiiU, Wii available (supervised). Bring your switch. Board games available, also. 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/gaming-nintendo-3

Watch the film The Human Trial, film discussion. 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. about type 1 diabetes and clinical trial participation. The post-film discussion will be facilitated by Bethlehem local Kristy Birchard, a clinical researcher and patient advocate who has had type 1 diabetes for 28 years. Watch the film on your own time, then meet with the virtual film club to discuss the film on Zoom. 7 to 8 p.m. Zoom invites sent out via email. Must register: visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/human-trial-film-screening-discussion

Monday, April 24

Pre-school block party, Children ages two and up. Build and create with our excellent collection of preschool blocks and building toys. No registration is required. 10-11 a.m. Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/preschool-block-party-4

Choose Your Own Book Club. Pick a book from a genre that you don’t normally read For book suggestions, email cwieder@bapl.org. 5:45 to 6:45 p.m. Visit www.bapl.org/events/choose-your-own-book-club-takes-place-on-vacation/ and registger at www.bapl.org/events/categories/ virtual-events

Anime Club. Watch episodes of your favorite anime and share your love of anime with other fans. No registration is required. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/anime-club-10

Penn State Master Gardener: Changing Climate as Observed in a Suburban Backyard with Frederic Buse, Penn State Extension Master Gardener and author takes us on a fascinating journey through time in his Allentown garden during the calendar year and the last three decades. 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. Registration recommended. Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/changing-climate-observed-suburban-backyard

Tuesday, April 25

TAB -Teen Advisory Board, grades six to 12. 4 to 5:15 p.m. Complete community service hours. Have a voice in the library. Help plan, prep for upcoming teen and family events. Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/teen-advisory-board-tab

The Jolly Roving Tars Irish Concert, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. No registration needed. Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/jolly-roving-tars-irish-concert

It’s Not All or Nothing: You Don’t Have To Be Vegan to Help Animals and the Environment. 7 to 8 p.m. Must register: visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/its-not-all-or-nothing-you-dont-have-be-vegan-help-animals-environment

Wednesday, April 26

Pridelines teen LGBTQ judgement free zone. Make friends, learn about LGBTQ history, media andlocal resources; peer support. Grades eight through 12. Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/pridelines-teen-lgbtq-group-gr-8-12-0

Other facilities:

Books On The Hill:

Tuesdays: Poem of the week at Books on the Hill. A new poem is selected and recited by performance poet/library staff Cleveland Wall. No registration needed.

Bethlehem Township - Coolidge

SouthSide

All month

Anytime Storytime Corner. DYI story time, Different books and a free craft available every week. Visit www.bapl.org/events/anytime-storytime-at-south-side-2022-02-28/ for more information.

Anytime S.T.E.M. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays. Visit www.bapl.org/events/

All month:

Homework help: Lehigh University Alpha Phi students help grades K to twelve students with homework of any subject. No registration required. 4:30 to 6 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays weekly unless otherwise noted. Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/

Homework help: Moravian University America Reads tutors. All subjects. 4 to 6 p.m. No registration. Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/homework-help-56

Wednesday, April 19

The Citiizenship Class will prepare you to become a citizen. Learn about the history and geography of the United States. Go over the 100 questions you need to know to pass your test. Get help filling out the N-400 form. Wednesdays through June 28. 5:30 to 7 p.m. https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/citizenship-class-11

Tuesdays and Thursdays, April 20,25,27

The YMCA will be preparing and delivering meals to eat at the SouthSide library for adults age 18 and up while supplies last. 5 to 6 p.m. Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/free-dinners-adults-26

Food Allergies: No guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Monday, April 24

Homework help. Moravian University America Reads tutors. All subjects. 4 to 6 p.m. No registration. Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/homework-help-55

Toddler Story Time, stories and songs. 10 to 10:30 a.m. Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com

Tuesday, April 25

Playtime - SouthSide. Stories, learning, fun. Ages 10:30 to 11 a.m. No registration needed. Visit

https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/playtime-library-37

The library makes every effort to ensure that programs may be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.