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Saturday Matinee: Jumanji (PG)

Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

It's time for an adventure! Come for our Saturday Adventure Movie Matinee. Bring a blanket to get comfy on the floor if you want. This week's movie is Jumanji (1995, PG, 105 min...

Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

It's time for an adventure! Come for our Saturday Adventure Movie Matinee. Bring a blanket to get comfy on the floor if you want.

Disclaimer(s)

Children (under 9)

All children under age 9 should be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Limited Space

There is no registration required for this program, but space is limited. Doors will open 10-15 minutes prior to the start of the event.

Lego Adventure

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Age Group:
Preschool, Children
Event Details:

The library's Lego collection will be out and building challenges will be offered, along with Lego-inspired activities and crafts. Sign-up is required. For ages 3 and up.

Required
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Required
Event Details:

The library's Lego collection will be out and building challenges will be offered, along with Lego-inspired activities and crafts. Sign-up is required.

For ages 3 and up.

Disclaimer(s)

Children (under 9)

All children under age 9 should be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Little Spores Club: Intro to Mushrooms

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime, Workshop
Age Group:
Preschool, Children
Event Details:

Have you seen mysterious mushrooms in your yard or in the woods? Join our friends from Collar City Mushrooms for an interactive, hands-on adventure into the amazing world of f...

Required
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Storytime, Workshop
Required
Event Details:

Have you seen mysterious mushrooms in your yard or in the woods? Join our friends from Collar City Mushrooms for an interactive, hands-on adventure into the amazing world of fungi.

child reading to a dog

Paws to Read

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Story Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children
Paws to Read:

Kids can come to the library to practice reading skills with a gentle, furry friend! A registered therapy dog will listen calmly and quietly, creating a safe space for children to ...

Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other

Paws to Read

Kids can come to the library to practice reading skills with a gentle, furry friend! A registered therapy dog will listen calmly and quietly, creating a safe space for children to practice reading skills without fear or judgment. Learning to read out loud can be scary. A friendly face, particularly one with a wagging tail, can help ease reading jitters and build confidence. 

Registration is not required. Each child will have a chance to read a book of their own choice. Bring a favorite or pick one from the library shelves. For grades K-5.

Disclaimer(s)

Children (under 9)

All children under age 9 should be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Monday Night Social Hour

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Social
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Are you new to the area, stuck in a stay-at-home/work-from-home rut, or simply looking for new friends but not sure how or where to start? Why not try the library? Join us for a...

Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Social
Event Details:

Are you new to the area, stuck in a stay-at-home/work-from-home rut, or simply looking for new friends but not sure how or where to start? Why not try the library?

Music and Movement

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Green at Bethlehem Public Library
Age Group:
Preschool, Children
Music and Movement:

Songs, dancing, learning and fun. For ages 0-6 with caregiver.

Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Green
Age Group: Preschool, Children

Music and Movement

Songs, dancing, learning and fun. For ages 0-6 with caregiver.

Disclaimer(s)

Children (under 9)

All children under age 9 should be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Rain Location

In the event of inclement weather, this program will move inside the library. 

Sundial Science STEAM Lab

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Plaza at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Help build a sundial on our plaza and learn the science behind it.

Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Plaza
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Help build a sundial on our plaza and learn the science behind it.

Create Your Own: Summer Graphic Novel & Author Talk

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, Writing, Author Talk, Book Discussion
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Graphic novels are a great way to show off your summer adventures (real or imagined)!  Join us while we work on our own stories, and get ready to hear from author and graph...

Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Writing, Author Talk, Book Discussion
Event Details:

Graphic novels are a great way to show off your summer adventures (real or imagined)! 

Author headshot and book cover

Graphic Novels are Life! An Author Talk with Dan Santat

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Virtual Meeting at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Author Talk, Book Discussion, Virtual
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Join this year’s winner of the National Book Award for Young People's Literature, Dan Santat, as he inspires tweens and teens to tell their own stories through graphic novels. His ...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Virtual Meeting
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Author Talk, Book Discussion, Virtual
Event Details:

Join this year’s winner of the National Book Award for Young People's Literature, Dan Santat, as he inspires tweens and teens to tell their own stories through graphic novels.

Evening on the Green: As Iz

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Green at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Music, Performance
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Otherwise known as Izzy Singer, he is a one-man band extraordinaire.  In the event of inclement weather, this concert will take place on Wednesday, July 31. This Tuesday...

Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Green
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Music, Performance
Event Details:

Otherwise known as Izzy Singer, he is a one-man band extraordinaire. 

In the event of inclement weather, this concert will take place on Wednesday, July 31.

Story Stomp

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Green at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool
Event Details:

Story Stomp is a blend of Story Time, Music & Movement, and a play date. A few stories will be followed by interactive songs and concluded with a free play session.

Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Green
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Story Stomp is a blend of Story Time, Music & Movement, and a play date. A few stories will be followed by interactive songs and concluded with a free play session.

Disclaimer(s)

Rain Location

In the event of inclement weather, this program will move inside the library. 

Meet the Architects: Ashley McGraw

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Meeting
Event Details:

Stop by the lounge area inside the library and meet the architects. At these sessions, residents can ask questions and learn more about the library’s proposed building project...

Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Age Group: Meeting
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Stop by the lounge area inside the library and meet the architects. At these sessions, residents can ask questions and learn more about the library’s proposed building project from the individuals responsible for turning mont

Meet the Architects: Ashley McGraw

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Meeting
Event Details:

Stop by the lounge area inside the library and meet the architects. At these sessions, residents can ask questions and learn more about the library’s proposed building project...

Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Age Group: Meeting
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Stop by the lounge area inside the library and meet the architects. At these sessions, residents can ask questions and learn more about the library’s proposed building project from the individuals responsible for turning mont

Community Yoga

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Community Yoga:

Community Yoga is a gentle and grounding class designed for all skill levels. Dan May shares Jai Yoga School's Bhakti yoga practice, which includes song, cultural information and s...

Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness

Community Yoga

Community Yoga is a gentle and grounding class designed for all skill levels. Dan May shares Jai Yoga School's Bhakti yoga practice, which includes song, cultural information and stories. 

Disclaimer(s)

Limited Space

There is no registration required for this program, but space is limited. Doors will open 10-15 minutes prior to the start of the event.

Women's Circle

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Board Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Meeting Description:

Educational discussions

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Board Room
Meeting Description

Educational discussions

August Displays & Exhibits

All Day
Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Exhibit
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Northwest Hallway: Christopher Bradt Southwest Hallway: Jacqueline Smith Glass Cases: Natalie Kossack        

Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Exhibit
Event Details:

Northwest Hallway: Christopher Bradt

Southwest Hallway: Jacqueline Smith

Glass Cases: Natalie Kossack

 

 

 

 

Capital Region NY Wild Ones

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 9:45am - 12:45pm
Board Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Meeting Description:

Strategic Planning meeting for the Board of Capital Region Chapter of Wild Ones. Practicing and educating the public on environmentally sound landscaping practices.

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Board Room
Meeting Description

Strategic Planning meeting for the Board of Capital Region Chapter of Wild Ones. Practicing and educating the public on environmentally sound landscaping practices.

Travel Thursdays

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Grab your passports and pack your bags for a trip across the globe through story! Best suited for ages 5 and up with caregiver.

Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Grab your passports and pack your bags for a trip across the globe through story!

Best suited for ages 5 and up with caregiver.

Disclaimer(s)

Children (under 9)

All children under age 9 should be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Jr. Cartographer Workshop

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Junior cartographers will learn about map making, then create their own. For ages 6-11.

Required
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Workshop
Required
Event Details:

Junior cartographers will learn about map making, then create their own.

For ages 6-11.

Disclaimer(s)

Children (under 9)

All children under age 9 should be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Thursdays in the Park: British Vinyl

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

The British Vinyl Band is a five-piece band from upstate New York performing songs by British groups from the 1960s to early '70s. This band pays tribute to the entire Br...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:

The British Vinyl Band is a five-piece band from upstate New York performing songs by British groups from the 1960s to early '70s.

Disclaimer(s)

No Rain Location

This program will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather. Call or check the online calendar to check the status of this program.

Special Library Trustees Meeting

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Board Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Age Group:
Meeting
Event Details:

Building project referendum and resolutions.

Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Meeting
Event Details:

Building project referendum and resolutions.

1st Amendment Club

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:45pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Meeting Description:

A panel discussion with a professor, a student and a lawyer on the 1st Amendment.

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Meeting Description

A panel discussion with a professor, a student and a lawyer on the 1st Amendment.

Paper Campfire and Marshmallow Craft

Friday, August 2, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Preschool, Children
Event Details:

Stop by the library to make a cute campfire, complete with a marshmallow on a stick! This program is best suited for children ages 3-10, but younger children are welcome.

Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Arts and Crafts
Event Details:

Stop by the library to make a cute campfire, complete with a marshmallow on a stick!

This program is best suited for children ages 3-10, but younger children are welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Children (under 9)

All children under age 9 should be accompanied by an adult at all times.