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Dark Corners Book Discussion: When the Wolf Comes Home

Wednesday, October 15, 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...

This month's selection is When the Wolf Comes Home by Nat Cassidy. 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 When the Wolf Comes Home by Nat Cassidy. Copies will be available at the Information Desk.

Music and Movement

Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool
Music and Movement:

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

Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime

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.

Storytime

All storytime programs are cancelled when Bethlehem Schools are closed or delayed due to inclement weather.  Space is limited so please arrive 5 minutes prior to the start of the program. All abilities welcome. 

Preschool Story Time

Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool
Preschool Story Time:

Join us for stories, learning and fun. For ages 2-6 with caregiver.

Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime

Preschool Story Time

Join us for stories, learning and fun. For ages 2-6 with caregiver.

Disclaimer(s)

Children (under 9)

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

Storytime

All storytime programs are cancelled when Bethlehem Schools are closed or delayed due to inclement weather.  Space is limited so please arrive 5 minutes prior to the start of the program. All abilities welcome. 

Fall Fun Family Story Time

Friday, October 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00pm
Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool

Join us for fall-themed books, songs, and an art activity.

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

Join us for fall-themed books, songs, and an art activity.

Listen and Learn: The Baron of Second Avenue

Friday, October 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Author Talk, Performance
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone

Join us as local author Dean Calamaras discusses the research and writing of his 2024 book The Baron of Second Avenue: Nicholas Calamaras and the Archive of the Greek-American League

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

Join us as local author Dean Calamaras discusses the research and writing of his 2024 book The Baron of Second Avenue: Nicholas Calamaras and the Archive of the Greek-American League

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Super Smash Bros Ultimate Afternoon

Friday, October 17, 2025 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Afternoon:

Join your friends to play Super Smash Bros. Ultimate on the Nintendo Switch! For grades 6 and up.

Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Gaming

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Afternoon

Join your friends to play Super Smash Bros. Ultimate on the Nintendo Switch! For grades 6 and up.

Saturday Story Time

Saturday, October 18, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool
Saturday Story Time:

Stories, songs and more. For ages 0-6 with caregiver.

Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime

Saturday Story Time

Stories, songs and more. 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.

Storytime

All storytime programs are cancelled when Bethlehem Schools are closed or delayed due to inclement weather.  Space is limited so please arrive 5 minutes prior to the start of the program. All abilities welcome. 

Sensory Play Time

Monday, October 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Preschool
Sensory Play Time:

Join us for sensory shenanigans! Stop by for open-ended play and exploration with our various sensory items including Play-Doh, textured mats, squishy liquid tiles and more. F...

Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Other

Sensory Play Time

Join us for sensory shenanigans! Stop by for open-ended play and exploration with our various sensory items including Play-Doh, textured mats, squishy liquid tiles and more. For ages 2 and up with caregiver.

Disclaimer(s)

Children (under 9)

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

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Paws to Read

Monday, October 20, 2025 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.

Chess Club

Monday, October 20, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Children

Try your hand at chess with peers or teen volunteers. All experience levels welcome. For grades K-5.

Sessions held in the Children's Place.

Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Try your hand at chess with peers or teen volunteers. All experience levels welcome. For grades K-5.

Sessions held in the Children's Place.

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 approximately 10-15 minutes prior to the start of the event.

Tiny Tots

Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool
Tiny Tots:

Stories, songs and fingerplays. For children up to 35 months with a caregiver.

Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime

Tiny Tots

Stories, songs and fingerplays. For children up to 35 months with a caregiver.

Disclaimer(s)

Storytime

All storytime programs are cancelled when Bethlehem Schools are closed or delayed due to inclement weather.  Space is limited so please arrive 5 minutes prior to the start of the program. All abilities welcome. 

Music and Movement

Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool
Music and Movement:

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

Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime

Music and Movement

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

Disclaimer(s)

Storytime

All storytime programs are cancelled when Bethlehem Schools are closed or delayed due to inclement weather.  Space is limited so please arrive 5 minutes prior to the start of the program. All abilities welcome. 

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BHA Speaker Series: Songs and Sounds of the Anti-Rent Movement in Upstate NY

Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Author Talk, Performance, Other
Age Group:
Adults

Songs and Sounds of the Anti-Rent Movement in Upstate NY

Please note:

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

Songs and Sounds of the Anti-Rent Movement in Upstate NY

Please note:

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Family Story Time

Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool
Family Story Time:

Stories, songs and more. For ages 0-6 with a caregiver.

Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime

Family Story Time

Stories, songs and more. For ages 0-6 with a caregiver.

Disclaimer(s)

Storytime

All storytime programs are cancelled when Bethlehem Schools are closed or delayed due to inclement weather.  Space is limited so please arrive 5 minutes prior to the start of the program. All abilities welcome. 

Family Play Time

Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Social
Age Group:
Preschool
Family Play Time:

Free play and socialization with a variety of toys. For ages 0-6 with caregiver.

Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Social

Family Play Time

Free play and socialization with a variety of toys. For ages 0-6 with caregiver.

Disclaimer(s)

Storytime

All storytime programs are cancelled when Bethlehem Schools are closed or delayed due to inclement weather.  Space is limited so please arrive 5 minutes prior to the start of the program. All abilities welcome. 

Trunk or Treat at Elm Avenue Park

Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens

How many treats do you get when the library and the Town of Bethlehem Parks and Recreation department team up to host an awesome Halloween extravaganza? A whole trunkload!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

How many treats do you get when the library and the Town of Bethlehem Parks and Recreation department team up to host an awesome Halloween extravaganza? A whole trunkload!

Music and Movement

Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool
Music and Movement:

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

Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime

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.

Storytime

All storytime programs are cancelled when Bethlehem Schools are closed or delayed due to inclement weather.  Space is limited so please arrive 5 minutes prior to the start of the program. All abilities welcome. 

Preschool Story Time

Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool
Preschool Story Time:

Join us for stories, learning and fun. For ages 2-6 with caregiver.

Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime

Preschool Story Time

Join us for stories, learning and fun. For ages 2-6 with caregiver.

Disclaimer(s)

Children (under 9)

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

Storytime

All storytime programs are cancelled when Bethlehem Schools are closed or delayed due to inclement weather.  Space is limited so please arrive 5 minutes prior to the start of the program. All abilities welcome. 

French Conversation Club

Thursday, October 23, 2025 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. 

Embroidered Fall Leaf Earrings

Friday, October 24, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Board Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Enjoy a fun afternoon of creating beautiful hand-embroidered fall leaf earrings. New to embroidery? This craft is suitable for beginners. 

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

Enjoy a fun afternoon of creating beautiful hand-embroidered fall leaf earrings. New to embroidery? This craft is suitable for beginners. 

Saturday Story Time

Saturday, October 25, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool
Saturday Story Time:

Stories, songs and more. For ages 0-6 with caregiver.

Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime

Saturday Story Time

Stories, songs and more. 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.

Storytime

All storytime programs are cancelled when Bethlehem Schools are closed or delayed due to inclement weather.  Space is limited so please arrive 5 minutes prior to the start of the program. All abilities welcome. 

World Awareness Children's Museum: Mexican Traditions

Saturday, October 25, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, Performance
Age Group:
Children

Educators from the World Awareness Children's Museum are visiting to share Mexican culture and traditions, including "Dios de los Muertos." This fun, interactive program includes authentic objects to explore and a craft project

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

Educators from the World Awareness Children's Museum are visiting to share Mexican culture and traditions, including "Dios de los Muertos." This fun, interactive program includes authentic objects to explore and a craft project

Inclusive Gaming

Monday, October 27, 2025 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.

Haunted Library Open Mic

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Social, Performance, Other
Age Group:
Everyone

Enter if you dare, the haunted library where brave souls will take turns reading classic scary stories (open-mic style). Some selections will be available, or you can bring your own.

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

Enter if you dare, the haunted library where brave souls will take turns reading classic scary stories (open-mic style). Some selections will be available, or you can bring your own.