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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. 

Creation Station: January

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 9:30am - 8:30pm
Children's Place at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Preschool, Children

Join us in the Children's Place for a themed craft activity. 

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

Join us in the Children's Place for a themed craft activity. 

Music and Movement

Thursday, January 8, 2026 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, January 8, 2026 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, 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. 

book image

The Short Stack Book Club

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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.

Creation Station: January

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 9:30am - 8:30pm
Children's Place at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Preschool, Children

Join us in the Children's Place for a themed craft activity. 

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

Join us in the Children's Place for a themed craft activity. 

Sensory Story Time and Play

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool
Sensory Story Time and Play:

Sensory Story Time and Play combines traditional story time components with sensory elements and is ideal for children who would benefit from a gentler, more low-key story time. Fo...

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

Sensory Story Time and Play

Sensory Story Time and Play combines traditional story time components with sensory elements and is ideal for children who would benefit from a gentler, more low-key story time. 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.

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. 

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

Super Smash Bros Ultimate Afternoon

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

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
Event Details:

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

Creation Station: January

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 10:30am - 4:30pm
Children's Place at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Preschool, Children

Join us in the Children's Place for a themed craft activity. 

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

Join us in the Children's Place for a themed craft activity. 

Saturday Story Time

Saturday, January 10, 2026 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. 

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.

Creation Station: January

Sunday, January 11, 2026 at 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Place at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Preschool, Children

Join us in the Children's Place for a themed craft activity. 

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

Join us in the Children's Place for a themed craft activity. 

Competitive Puzzling

Sunday, January 11, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Everyone

Compete in a 500-piece puzzle showdown to become the library puzzle champions!

Please sign up your team of 1-6 puzzlers (NOT individual participants) so we can make sure there are enough puzzles.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Compete in a 500-piece puzzle showdown to become the library puzzle champions!

Please sign up your team of 1-6 puzzlers (NOT individual participants) so we can make sure there are enough puzzles.

child reading to a dog

Paws to Read

Monday, January 12, 2026 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, January 12, 2026 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.

Library Trustees

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Board Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Meeting
Age Group:
Meeting

Board of Trustees meeting.

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

Board of Trustees meeting.

PJ Story Time

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Story Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Children

Come to an early evening story time in your pajamas! 

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

Come to an early evening story time in your pajamas! 

Region 4 ReLeaf Committee Meeting

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 9:30am - 12:30pm
Board Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Meeting Description:

Regional ReLeaf Committee Meeting. We discuss urban and community forestry within the region. Representatives from local and state governments, as well as not for profit organizati...

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

Regional ReLeaf Committee Meeting. We discuss urban and community forestry within the region. Representatives from local and state governments, as well as not for profit organizations present. Partnership with the NY Urban Forestry Council.

Tiny Tots

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 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, January 13, 2026 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. 

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