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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

Visit the Bethlehem Area Public Library at 11 E. Church St. (main) or 400 Webster St. (Southside branch) or 2740 Fifth St. (Coolidge) or visit www.youtube.com/channel/UCsuAN4Af6kv3jQl1us_WkWQ/featured and www.bapl.org/events/categories/virtual-events for a variety of items. For hours, information or to speak with staff members, call 610-867-3761 (main-11 W. Church St.) or 610-867-7852 400; Webster St. (Southside branch) or 484-892-6267 (Coolidge). Chat service and general information: visit www.bapl.org (main) or at www.facebook.com/paBAPL or www.bapl.org/ssmain.htm (Southside) or https://www.bapl.org/coolidge/ (Coolidge).

Events are held live and virtually; refer to BAPL calendar for details. Due to the pandemic: hours, masking and capacity limits may change without prior notice. Check websites or call the above listed numbers to speak with staff members.

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 and 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturdays. Call 610-867-7852 for more information.

BOOKMOBILE SCHEDULE CHANGES AND CANCELLATIONS: Contact mhenninger@bapl.org to be notified about cancellations. Updates posted on news blogs at www.bapl.org; click ‘BAPL News’ on left-side of menu.

BOOKS ON THE HILL, Stanley & Spiegel, Fountain Hill) hours: 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.

STOP BY the newly renovated Bethlehem Main Library.

EVENTS CALENDAR: Visit www.bapl.org/events/

BOOK SALES: Wednesday, September 20: Noon to 8 p.m. Saturday, September 23: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cash and credit cards. Indoor book sale in Main Library basement. 50 shoppers at a time max. Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/bapl-book-sale-3

BOOK SALES UPCOMING BOOK SALES: The next book sales are set for noon to 8 p.m. November 29 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. December 2.

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.

CLOSURES AND DELAYS :

Main and SouthSide libraries will open at 11 a.m. on September 21.

ALL LIBRARIES

For information re: hours including time and date changes, information or to speak with staff members, call 610-867-3761 or 610-867-7852 400 or visit www.bapl.org

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.

BOOKS ON THE HILL -Fountain 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. No registration necessary--this is a drop-in between 1 and 5 p.m. event.

COOLIDGE

Wednesday, September 20

Memoir only book club: Solito by Javier Zamora provides an immediate and intimate account not only of a treacherous and near-impossible journey, but also of the miraculous kindness and love delivered at the most unexpected moments.Email rkochmaruk@bapl.org with any questions. Must register; visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/memoir-only-book-club-solito

Thursday, September 21

International Day of Peace story time. Best for ages two to five. Stories, dances and songs. 1 to 1:45 p.m. https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/family-storytime-coolidge-international-day-peace

SOUTHSIDE

Wednesday, September 20

World Flag trivia and bingo,geography-themed bingo & trivia game simultaneously to win prizes.Adults and teens (grades 6-12). https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/world-flag-bingo-trivia

Thursday, September 21

Delayed opening: 11 a.m. today only.

Tuesday, September 26

Bilingual storytime: The Very Hungry Caterpillar by by Eric Carle; read in English and Spanish and story related craft. Accessible by stairs only. 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Registration required; visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/bilingual-storytime-very-hungry-caterpillar

Saturday, September 30

Hojalta Art Workshop for age 18 and older. Mexican tin work in which the metal is cut, shaped and embossed with a pattern. We use copper foil sheets. 11 a.m. to noon. Must register: visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/hojalata-art-workshop

Tuesdays and Thursdays in September

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-48

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

Tuesdays in September

Playtime at the SouthSide Library: 10:30 to 11 a.m. Children upto four years old, parents and caregivers. Sharing, being silly and having fun. No drop-offs allowed. Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/playtime-library-49

Wednesdays in September and October

Preschooolers Storytime at the SouthSide Library: 10:30 to 11 a.m. Children upto four years old, parents and caregivers. Sharing, being silly and having fun. No drop-offs allowed. Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/playtime-library-49

Wednesdays till December 7 (not weekly; check dates).

Homework Help: Lehigh University students available to help students in grades K-12 with any subject. No registration is necessary. 4:30 to 6 p.m. on Sept. 26, 27, 28; Oct. 2, 3, 4, 10, 11, 12, 17, 18, 19, 23, 24, 25, 26, 30, 31; Nov. 1, 2, 6, 8, 9, 13, 14, 15, 16, 20, 21, 28, 29, 30; and Dec. 4, 5, 6, 7. Information: call 610-867-7852 or visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/after-school-homework-help-0

MAIN LIBRARY

Wednesday, September 20

Indoor book sale, noon to 8 p.m. 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

Pirate family fun night; stories, crafts, and activities that will have you swashbuckling! 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/pirate-family-fun-night

Thursday, September 21

Delayed opening: 11 a.m. today only.

Friday, September 22

French story time: with CUNY Graduate Center French Literature PhD candidate Oliver Sage. French tales and songs designed just for kids. 10 to 10:30 a.m. Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/french-storytime

Saturday, September 23

Indoor book sale, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 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

Chess for beginners. 11 a.m. to noon. Master Chess Player Christopher Giannaras. Grades six through 12, adults. 1 to 2 p.m.Outside picnic tables. Registration needed. Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/chess-adult-beginners-and-intermediate-players-1

Silk and War With Historic Bethlehem’s Curator of Collections and Exhibitions Brett Peters. Make your own silk map. 1 to 2 p.m. Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/make-your-own-silk-map-historic-bethlehem-museums-move-ages-5-adult

Monday, September 25

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

Toddler Story time, stories and songs for you and your toddler.Discover and learn new things. No registration needed. 10 to 10:30 a.m. Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/toddler-storytime-2-3-12-year-olds-1

Open Mic Night, hosted by Bill Medei. Music, comedy, and poetry. Performers arrive at 5 p.m. to sign-up. 15n minute time limit for musicians; six minute time limit for poets and comedians. No registration required. 5 to 7:30 p.m. Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/open-mic-night-bapl-3

Choose your own book club.choose a book that is told from multiple perspectives. https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/index.php/event/choose-your-own-book-club-14

Tuesday, September 26

Family Story time; stories, songs, and fingerplays for the family. 10 to 10:30. Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/family-storytime-30

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-meeting-tab-gr-6-12-0

The Evolution of Gender in Video Games with Game Scholar Josh Bycer. How things evolved from the 90s, what representation means in video games and major examples and trends of how game marketing has changed over the years. 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. Registration required; visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/evolution-gender-video-games

Wednesday, September 27

Diverse Voices: Jewish and African American Authors discussion of “Girl, Woman, Other” by Bernardine Evaristo. Stories of twelve women exploring how race, sexuality, gender, history and economic stratification intersect. Led by Lehigh University professor Stephanie Powell Watts. Held on Zoom.. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Must register: https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/diverse-voices-jewish-and-african-american-authors-book-discussion-2

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

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.