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Wordsmith and Wonder: Author Talk with Jodi Picoult

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual Meeting at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Author Talk, Book Discussion, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Step into Spring with us as we chat with the highly acclaimed New York Times bestselling author Jodi Picoult about her newest novel, By Any Other Name. In 1581, Emilia Bassano...

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

Step into Spring with us as we chat with the highly acclaimed New York Times bestselling author Jodi Picoult about her newest novel, By Any Other Name. 

Improving Family Communication

Friday, April 4, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Parenting Program
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Developing healthy, trusting communication can be a challenge for any family. Join a representative from Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County to learn how to get your kids t...

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

Developing healthy, trusting communication can be a challenge for any family. Join a representative from Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County to learn how to get your kids talking and keep the conversation going.

Listen and Learn: Preventing and Responding to Identity Theft

Friday, April 4, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Gain insights on how to secure your financial safety from a professional with the New York State Division of Consumer Protection.

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

Gain insights on how to secure your financial safety from a professional with the New York State Division of Consumer Protection.

Illustration of a print book with headphones attached

Audiobooks Your Way

Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Board Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Did you know that Audiobooks are one of the fastest growing formats in terms of library circulation? Whether you prefer to listen on CD, Playaway, or digitally, we've got you cover...

Required
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Required
Event Details:

Did you know that Audiobooks are one of the fastest growing formats in terms of library circulation? Whether you prefer to listen on CD, Playaway, or digitally, we've got you covered! Join us for an overview of all your listening options.

Day Books: Leave the World Behind

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Leave the World Behind by Rumaan Alam will be discussed. 

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

Leave the World Behind by Rumaan Alam will be discussed. 

French Conversation Club

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Social, Other
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Whether French is your first language or you are an enthusiastic beginner, come practice speaking French at the library.

Required
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Social, Other
Required
Event Details:

Whether French is your first language or you are an enthusiastic beginner, come practice speaking French at the library.

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The Tree Book: Author Talk with Smithsonian Horticulturalist Matthew Fleming

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Virtual Meeting at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Author Talk, Book Discussion, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us as Smithsonian Horticulturalist Matthew Fleming, guides us through the secret world of trees as is revealed in the beautiful and absorbing guide to the giants of the plant ...

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

Join us as Smithsonian Horticulturalist Matthew Fleming, guides us through the secret world of trees as is revealed in the beautiful and absorbing guide to the giants of the plant world—The Tree Book: The Stories, Science, and History of Trees

English Conversation Club

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Social, Other
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Practice your English language skills through guided discussions, natural conversations and learning games. All levels welcome.

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

Practice your English language skills through guided discussions, natural conversations and learning games. All levels welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Limited Space

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

Dungeons and Dragons for Adults

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Story Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Dungeons and Dragons for Adults:

Join us for a night of laughs, critical thinking, improvisation and roleplaying in Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition. Meet some new people and let your imagination bloom as you we...

Event Details:

Please Note: This group is currently at capacity. Please contact Luke Bowen at luke@bethpl.org if you'd like to be placed on a waitlist or included in updates about future adv...

Required
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming
Required

Dungeons and Dragons for Adults

Join us for a night of laughs, critical thinking, improvisation and roleplaying in Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition. Meet some new people and let your imagination bloom as you weave your character's tale into the adventure. All playing materials will be provided, but feel free to bring your own dice or D&D 5th Edition Character Sheet. Beginners welcome.

Event Details:

Please Note: This group is currently at capacity. Please contact Luke Bowen at luke@bethpl.org if you'd like to be placed on a waitlist or included in updates about future adventures.

Casual Moms Meet-Up

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Social, Health & Wellness, Parenting Program
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

We welcome all women of all stages of motherhood to ask questions, exchange experiences/stories, and share resources to better mental, emotional and social well-being.Moms often pu...

Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Social, Health & Wellness, Parenting Program
Event Details:

We welcome all women of all stages of motherhood to ask questions, exchange experiences/stories, and share resources to better mental, emotional and social well-being.

Disclaimer(s)

Limited Space

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

Alcohol Ink Dyed Candles

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Light up your week with a fun candle craft! We’ll be transforming white candles into colorful centerpieces. Wear clothes that you don’t mind staining as alcohol ink can be messy.

Required
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts and Crafts
Required
Event Details:

Light up your week with a fun candle craft! We’ll be transforming white candles into colorful centerpieces. Wear clothes that you don’t mind staining as alcohol ink can be messy.

Craft & Color for Adults: Afternoon Edition

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Craft & Color for Adults:

Join us for a relaxing crafting and coloring session. Choose between coloring or doing an open-ended craft activity. This program is specifically designed for adults of all abiliti...

Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts and Crafts

Craft & Color for Adults

Join us for a relaxing crafting and coloring session. Choose between coloring or doing an open-ended craft activity. This program is specifically designed for adults of all abilities. No signup is necessary - just drop in! 

Felted Landscapes

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Felt can be used for a lot of crafts, but did you know it can also be used to create beautiful landscapes? Join us for a night of felt-tastic fun! Teens 14+ welcome! Please be...

Required
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts and Crafts
Required
Event Details:

Felt can be used for a lot of crafts, but did you know it can also be used to create beautiful landscapes? Join us for a night of felt-tastic fun!

 

Dark Corners Book Discussion: Penpal

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Board Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adults
Dark Corners Book Discussion:

Join us for a meeting of the Dark Corners Book Discussion Group. We meet monthly to discuss mystery, thriller, horror, true crime and more. New members are always welcome! Registra...

Event Details:

Dark Corners Book Discussion: Reddit Edition! Join us for the 2012 novel, Penpal by Dathan Auerbach, a horror novel that got its start on the social media platform, Reddit. Copies ...

Required
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
Required

Dark Corners Book Discussion

Join us for a meeting of the Dark Corners Book Discussion Group. We meet monthly to discuss mystery, thriller, horror, true crime and more. New members are always welcome! Registration is appreciated but not required.

Event Details:

Dark Corners Book Discussion: Reddit Edition! Join us for the 2012 novel, Penpal by Dathan Auerbach, a horror novel that got its start on the social media platform, Reddit.

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BHA Speaker Series: A Short History of the Bicycle

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Author Talk, Performance, Other
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Fun on Two Wheels: A Short History of the BicycleThis presentation will not be recorded.Please note:Registration is optional, but is advised due to limited seating. Registered...

Required
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Talk, Performance, Other
Required
Event Details:

Fun on Two Wheels: A Short History of the Bicycle

This presentation will not be recorded.

Please note:

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Listen and Learn: Free for All: The Public Library

Friday, April 18, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us as we celebrate libraries and National Library Week this month with a special Listen & Learn sneak-preview screening of the forthcoming PBS documentary Free for All: Th...

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

Join us as we celebrate libraries and National Library Week this month with a special Listen & Learn sneak-preview screening of the forthcoming PBS documentary Free for All: The Public Library, which explores how public libraries shap

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Monday Matinee: Storm Center

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Continue your celebration of National Library Week by stopping by the library for a screening of Daniel Taradash's 1956 film Storm Center: the timely tale of a librarian, played by...

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

Continue your celebration of National Library Week by stopping by the library for a screening of Daniel Taradash's 1956 film Storm Center: the timely tale of a librarian, played by Bette Davis, who "is discharged and persecuted when s

English Conversation Club

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Social, Other
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Practice your English language skills through guided discussions, natural conversations and learning games. All levels welcome.

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

Practice your English language skills through guided discussions, natural conversations and learning games. All levels welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Limited Space

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

Community Paint Night

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for painting at the library. We will have painting supplies and video instructions.We will be using acrylic paints which can stain. Please dress accordingly.

Required
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts and Crafts
Required
Event Details:

Join us for painting at the library. We will have painting supplies and video instructions.

We will be using acrylic paints which can stain. Please dress accordingly.

Community Yoga

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 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. 

French Conversation Club

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Social, Other
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Whether French is your first language or you are an enthusiastic beginner, come practice speaking French at the library.

Required
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Social, Other
Required
Event Details:

Whether French is your first language or you are an enthusiastic beginner, come practice speaking French at the library.

One-on-One Tech Help: Session One

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Meeting Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Having tech trouble with your cell phone, computer, or tablet? Struggling with Microsoft Word or Google Docs? We can provide one-on-one assistance to help work through your softwar...

Required
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Required
Event Details:

Having tech trouble with your cell phone, computer, or tablet? Struggling with Microsoft Word or Google Docs? We can provide one-on-one assistance to help work through your software struggles.

One-on-One Tech Help: Session Two

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Meeting Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Having tech trouble with your cell phone, computer or tablet? Are you struggling with Microsoft Word or Google Docs? We can provide one-on-one assistance to help work through your ...

Required
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Required
Event Details:

Having tech trouble with your cell phone, computer or tablet? Are you struggling with Microsoft Word or Google Docs? We can provide one-on-one assistance to help work through your technology challenges.