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Listen and Learn: Savvy Shopping

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:15pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

A representative from New York’s Division of Consumer Protection will discuss your consumer rights in the state and share safety tips to help protect your identity and your bank account.

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

A representative from New York’s Division of Consumer Protection will discuss your consumer rights in the state and share safety tips to help protect your identity and your bank account.

super smash bros

Super Smash Bros Ultimate Afternoon

Friday, December 12, 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.

Bethlehem Early Readers Club

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool

Join the club and celebrate our youngest readers. Come listen to stories and songs, then snack and socialize while caregivers discuss books and reading habits. Children will be able to bring a sharing book home to keep.

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

Join the club and celebrate our youngest readers. Come listen to stories and songs, then snack and socialize while caregivers discuss books and reading habits. Children will be able to bring a sharing book home to keep.

Disclaimer(s)

Children (under 9)

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

Inclusive Gaming

Monday, December 15, 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. 

fuse bead jellyfish keychains

Teen Crafternoon: Fuse Bead Magnets and Keychains

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 2:45pm - 4:30pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

We'll have all the supplies to make whatever magnets or keychains you want. For grades 6-12.

*Jellyfish keychains are just one of MANY items you could make.

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

We'll have all the supplies to make whatever magnets or keychains you want. For grades 6-12.

*Jellyfish keychains are just one of MANY items you could make.

child reading to a dog

Paws to Read

Monday, December 15, 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, December 15, 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.

Friends of Bethlehem Public Library

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Meeting Description:

Friends of Bethlehem Public Library

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

Friends of Bethlehem Public Library

Tiny Tots

Tuesday, December 16, 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, December 16, 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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Family Story Time

Wednesday, December 17, 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, December 17, 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. 

Spanish Conversation Club

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 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, December 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Board Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, Social
Age Group:
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: 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.

Music and Movement

Thursday, December 18, 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, December 18, 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, December 18, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Board 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: Board 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. 

Chadwick Square HOA

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Board Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Meeting Description:

Monthly HOA meeting.

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

Monthly HOA meeting.

Bethlehem Art Association Monthly Meeting

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 6:45pm - 8:45pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Meeting Description:

Bethlehem Art Association Monthly Meeting

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

Bethlehem Art Association Monthly Meeting

SpongeBob Craftapalooza

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Preschool, Children

If nautical nonsense be something you wish, then drop on the deck and make some SpongeBob SquarePants-themed crafts! 

All abilities welcome.

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

If nautical nonsense be something you wish, then drop on the deck and make some SpongeBob SquarePants-themed crafts! 

All abilities welcome.

super smash bros

Super Smash Bros Ultimate Afternoon

Friday, December 19, 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, December 20, 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. 

DIY Solstice Lanterns

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Everyone

Make your own solstice lanterns in this craft program for all ages.

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

Make your own solstice lanterns in this craft program for all ages.

A messy stack of color photographs

Scanning, Storing and Sharing Photos

Sunday, December 21, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Board Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults

Learn how to digitize your old photos, back them up to the cloud, and easily share them with friends and family. We will demonstrate a few scanning options and show you how to use a free Google Photos account to store and share your photos.

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

Learn how to digitize your old photos, back them up to the cloud, and easily share them with friends and family. We will demonstrate a few scanning options and show you how to use a free Google Photos account to store and share your photos.