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Saturday Story Time

Saturday, February 7, 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. 

Chinese Calligraphy Workshop

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, Writing, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for an evening of Chinese calligraphy with expert instructor Richard Wang of the Chinese Community Center of The Capital District. We will learn about this ancient traditional art and create our own works. Registration required.

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

Join us for an evening of Chinese calligraphy with expert instructor Richard Wang of the Chinese Community Center of The Capital District. We will learn about this ancient traditional art and create our own works. Registration required.

Creation Station: February

Sunday, February 8, 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. 

child reading to a dog

Paws to Read

Monday, February 9, 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, February 9, 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, February 9, 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, February 9, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Story Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Children

Come to an early evening storytime 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 storytime in your pajamas!

Tiny Tots

Tuesday, February 10, 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, February 10, 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. 

Curiosity Club: Make a Snowy Owl

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Some animals change their coats in the winter, just like you! Learn about how some animals adapt to the winter, then make a pine cone snowy owl.  

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

Some animals change their coats in the winter, just like you! Learn about how some animals adapt to the winter, then make a pine cone snowy owl.  

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, February 10, 2026 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...

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: Story 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.

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BHA Speaker Series: Women in World War II

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Author Talk, Performance, Other
Age Group:
Adults

Women in World War II

This program will be recorded and made available on the Library's YouTube channel.

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:

Women in World War II

This program will be recorded and made available on the Library's YouTube channel.

Please note:

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Family Story Time

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 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, February 11, 2026 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. 

Music and Movement

Thursday, February 12, 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, February 12, 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. 

Author headshot and book cover

Author Talk with Dr. Lindsey Stewart: The Conjuring of America

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Virtual Meeting at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Author Talk, Book Discussion, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults

Feminist philosopher Dr.

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

Feminist philosopher Dr.

Watercolor Valentines

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts, Social
Age Group:
Adults

Send a little love to someone by creating your own watercolor Valentines. Create your own designs or try making a Victorian Love Token.

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

Send a little love to someone by creating your own watercolor Valentines. Create your own designs or try making a Victorian Love Token.

Bethlehem Neighbors for Peace

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:45pm
Board Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Meeting Description:

General meeting of Bethlehem Neighbors for Peace

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

General meeting of Bethlehem Neighbors for Peace

My Messy Art Valentine

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Preschool

Create a Valentine (or two) as unique as you! This process art program will include paint, fancy paper and more. Prepare to get a little messy.   

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

Create a Valentine (or two) as unique as you! This process art program will include paint, fancy paper and more. Prepare to get a little messy.   

collage of a woman and hearts on a tea bag

Love & Tea Collage with Ruby Silvious

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
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 workshop where participants will create a mixed media piece using dried emptied-out used tea bags as

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 workshop where participants will create a mixed media piece using dried emptied-out used tea bags as

NYS Agency Help Session

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Board Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Age Group:
Everyone

Staff from Assemblyman Scott Bendett’s office will be available to assist people with navigating NYS Agencies.

 

Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Everyone
Event Details:

Staff from Assemblyman Scott Bendett’s office will be available to assist people with navigating NYS Agencies.

 

Saturday Story Time

Saturday, February 14, 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 and Chocolate Pairings

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Age Group:
Adults

You may have heard of pairing wine with chocolate—but what about pairing books with chocolate?

Registration Required
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

You may have heard of pairing wine with chocolate—but what about pairing books with chocolate?