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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.

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

BOOK SALEUPCOMING 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. 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

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

CLOSURES AND DELAYS:

ALL LIBRARIES: THANKSGIVING EVE: November 22- closing at 5 p.m.

THANKSGIVING DAY: November 23

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

SPECIAL EVENT: Thursday, November 16

Storytime at the Banana Factory. 10 to 10:30 a.m. Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/storytime-banana-factory-1

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, November 15

Evening story time: Free Lunch. A true story of hardship threaded with hope and moments of grace. 6 to 7 p.m. Must register: visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/memoir-book-club-free-lunch-4222

Thursday, November 16

That’s My Story: Memoir Writing Group. Noon to 1:30 p.m. Must register; visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/thats-my-story-memoir-writing-group-9

SOUTHSIDE

Reminder: Accessible by stairs only.

November events:

Tuesdays

Playtime at the SouthSide Library: 10:30 to 11 a.m. Children up to four years old, parents and caregivers. Sharing, being silly and having fun. No drop-offs allowed. Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/playtime-library-46

Tuesdays and Thursdays (not Thaksgiving)

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: Tuesdays: https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/free-dinners-adults-80; Thursdays: https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/free-dinners-adults-81

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

Wednesdays

Preschoool Storytime at SouthSide Library: 10:30 to 11 a.m. Children up to four years old, parents and caregivers. Sharing, being silly and having fun. No drop-offs allowed. Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/preschool-storytime-south-side-8

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

Mondays in November

Toddler storytime stories and songs. 10 to 10:30 a.m. for two to three and one-half year olds. Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/toddler-storytime-2-3-12-year-olds-8237

Tuesdays in November

Family Story time; stories, songs, and fingerplays for the family. 10 to 10:30. Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/family-storytime-32

First and Third Tuesdays ‘till December 19

Fiber Arts: Bring knitting, crocheting, cross stitch, sewing and fiber project. Monthly themes, challenges, yarn exchange. All ages, experience levels. 6 to 8 p.m. First and third Tuesdays; ends December 19. Must register: visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/fiber-arts-friends-22

Wednesday, November 15 and Thursday, November 16

Moravian University’s America Reads tutors help with school assignments. Grades K to 12. No registration required. 4 to 6 p.m. Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/homework-help-moravian-university-tutors-18

Wednesday, November 15

Writers workshop, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Open to anyone who writes in any genre, from novels to cover letters to essays. We will use the first 45 mins to write together, setting goals for ourselves and working independently. Prompts will be available if you need inspiration! Our last 30-45 minutes will be open for workshopping your writing with other group members, and peer-reviewing works in progress. Wednesdays through 2023 (except holidays). Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/writers-workshop-1

Time Travel Trivia - Science Fiction. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Register your team of one to four players (high school and adult) at https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/time-travel-trivia

Thursday, November 16

That’s My Story: Memoir Writing Group. Noon to 1:30 p.m. Must register; visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/thats-my-story-memoir-writing-group-9

Homework help, 4 to 6 p.m. https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/homework-help-moravian-university-tutors-17

Saturday, November 18

World stories presented-by Moravian University. Read in English and a second language. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/world-stories-presented-moravian-university-ages-3-8277

Feeling thankful for someone in your life? Missing a relative who you won’t see for the holidays? Share some love and embrace your inner thankful spirit with a handmade card. 1 to 4 p.m. No registration required. Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/thankful-card-making-8278

Gathering of Nations - Celebrate and Learn about Native American Culture. 3 to 4:30 p.m. Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/gathering-nations-celebrate-learn-about-native-american-culture-8696Monday, November 20 through

Monday, November 20

Toddler Story time, stories and songs for you and your toddler. Have fun while we discover and learn new things. No registration required. 10 to 10:30 a.m. Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/toddler-storytime-2-3-12-year-olds-8238

Choose your own book (club). October’s theme: a book about a real-life musician. Zoom. 5:45 p.m. Must register: visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/choose-your-own-book-club-3578

Open Mic Night, hosted by Bill Medei. Music, comedy, and poetry. Performers arrive at 5 p.m. to sign-up. 15 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-22

Nintendo Night. Grades two to 12. Play video games with friends and family. WiiU, Wii and a Switch available. No registration required. 6 to 7:30 p.m. https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/nintendo-night-grades-2-8279

Tuesday, November 21

TAB: Teen Advisory Board, grades six to 12. 4:15 to 5:30 p.m. Complete community service hours. Have a voice in the library. Help plan, prep for upcoming teen, family events. Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/teen-advisory-board-meeting-tab-gr-6-12-8582

https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/fiber-arts-friends-24

Fiber Arts: Bring knitting, crocheting, cross stitch, sewing and fiber project. Monthly themes, challenges, yarn exchange. All ages, experience levels. 6 to 8 p.m. First and third Tuesdays; ends December 19. Must register: visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/fiber-arts-friends-22

Virtual film club: Cloudburst (2011), directed by Thom Fitzgerald. 7 to 8 p.m. Registration required; visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/virtual-film-club-15

Wednesday, November 22

Moravian University’s America Reads tutors help with school assignments. Grades K to 12. No registration required. 4 to 6 p.m. Visit https://bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/homework-help-moravian-university-tutors-18

Wednesday, November 22: Main Library closes at 5 p.m.