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Community Paint Night

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

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.

Teens welcome!

 

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

Teens welcome!

 

Library Closed: Christmas Eve

All Day
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Library Closed: Christmas Day

All Day
Bethlehem Public Library
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Library Closes at 3pm: New Year's Eve

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 3:00pm - 9:00pm
Bethlehem Public Library
Closing
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Bethlehem Public Library

Library Closed: New Year's Day

All Day
Bethlehem Public Library
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Day Books: BYO Book

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adults

B. Y. O. B. (Bring Your Own Book) to discuss at this special January meeting of Day Books.

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

B. Y. O. B. (Bring Your Own Book) to discuss at this special January meeting of Day Books.

Dungeons and Dragons for Adults

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Board 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...

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.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

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.

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.

Spanish Conversation Club

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Social, Other
Age Group:
Adults
Spanish Conversation Club:

Join us to practice speaking Spanish. Whether you are just starting out or a fluent speaker, all are welcome. 

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

Spanish Conversation Club

Join us to practice speaking Spanish. Whether you are just starting out or a fluent speaker, all are welcome. 

Drop-In Tech Help: Apple Devices

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults

Having trouble with your Apple device? Drop by with your iPhone, iPad, or Macbook and we'll do our best to help get you back on track. We can provide assistance with most iOS devices and apps. 

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

Having trouble with your Apple device? Drop by with your iPhone, iPad, or Macbook and we'll do our best to help get you back on track. We can provide assistance with most iOS devices and apps. 

French Conversation Club

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Social, Other
Age Group:
Adults
French Conversation Club:

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

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

French Conversation Club

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

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The Short Stack Book Club

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Board Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Social, Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adults

The Short Stack is a laid-back book club for those who love to read without the page count pressure. We will explore short stories, novellas, and bite-sized non-fiction—all around 200 pages.

Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Social, Book Discussion
Event Details:

The Short Stack is a laid-back book club for those who love to read without the page count pressure. We will explore short stories, novellas, and bite-sized non-fiction—all around 200 pages.

accordion book with bird collage and laves

Accordion Book with Ruby Silvious

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Back by popular demand: join local artist Ruby Silvious for a special painting workshop where participants will learn to create accordion books, exploring the unique stru

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

Back by popular demand: join local artist Ruby Silvious for a special painting workshop where participants will learn to create accordion books, exploring the unique stru

Book Page Wreaths

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Join us as we recycle older and unwanted books into beautiful wreaths. Follow along using a book of your own, or make use of some weeded from our collections.

Spots are limited, so please register in advance.

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

Join us as we recycle older and unwanted books into beautiful wreaths. Follow along using a book of your own, or make use of some weeded from our collections.

Spots are limited, so please register in advance.

Author headshot and book cover

Author Talk with David Brooks: How to Know a Person

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Virtual Meeting at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Author Talk, Book Discussion, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for an online discussion with prominent cultural writer and bestselling author David Brooks on his book, How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply, in which he helps us pose essential questions: If you want to know a p

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

Join us for an online discussion with prominent cultural writer and bestselling author David Brooks on his book, How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply, in which he helps us pose essential questions: If you want to know a p

Dark Corners Book Discussion: The Queen

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 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...

This month's selection is The Queen by Nick Cutter. Copies will be available at the Information Desk.

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

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.

This month's selection is The Queen by Nick Cutter. Copies will be available at the Information Desk.

Inclusive Gaming

Monday, January 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Social, Gaming
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone

This is an inclusive space for people, regardless of ability or age, to play games with or nearby others. The most important part of gaming is coming together and having fun. 

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

This is an inclusive space for people, regardless of ability or age, to play games with or nearby others. The most important part of gaming is coming together and having fun. 

One-on-One Tech Help: Session One

Monday, January 19, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Meeting Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults

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.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration 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.

One-on-One Tech Help: Session Two

Monday, January 19, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Meeting Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults

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.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration 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.

One-on-One Tech Help: Session Three

Monday, January 19, 2026 at 7:30pm - 8:15pm
Meeting Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults

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.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration 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.

Author headshot and book cover

Author Talk with Julia Hotz: The Connection Cure

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Virtual Meeting at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Author Talk, Book Discussion, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults

Be sure to jump start your new year with us as we chat virtually with journalist and author Julia Hotz about her book The Connection Cure: The Prescriptive Power of Movement, Nature, Art, Service, and Belonging.  

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

Be sure to jump start your new year with us as we chat virtually with journalist and author Julia Hotz about her book The Connection Cure: The Prescriptive Power of Movement, Nature, Art, Service, and Belonging.  

Spanish Conversation Club

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Social, Other
Age Group:
Adults
Spanish Conversation Club:

Join us to practice speaking Spanish. Whether you are just starting out or a fluent speaker, all are welcome. 

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

Spanish Conversation Club

Join us to practice speaking Spanish. Whether you are just starting out or a fluent speaker, all are welcome. 

In Stitches

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Board Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, Social
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
In Stitches:

Join us for BPL's fiber arts social hour. We encourage attendance from knitters, crocheters and fiber artists of all levels, both experienced and aspiring. If you are interested in...

Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Social

In Stitches

Join us for BPL's fiber arts social hour. We encourage attendance from knitters, crocheters and fiber artists of all levels, both experienced and aspiring. If you are interested in being a part of this ongoing group, we hope you'll stop in. If you’re an experienced knitter or fiber artist, bring your current project. If you’re a beginner, bring any tools you may have, and we’ll provide instructions and yarn to get you started.

This will not be a formal class in knitting or crocheting, however there will be experienced a few crafters on site to assist, talk you through the process, and recommend resources.

French Conversation Club

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Social, Other
Age Group:
Adults
French Conversation Club:

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

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

French Conversation Club

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

Circular Weaving Craft

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Unwind and get creative with circular weaving. This craft is perfect for adults looking to try something new, no experience needed. We’ll provide the materials and guide you through the basics.

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

Unwind and get creative with circular weaving. This craft is perfect for adults looking to try something new, no experience needed. We’ll provide the materials and guide you through the basics.