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In Stitches

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
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, April 30, 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, April 30, 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. 

Book Bedazzling

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

Give your favorite reads a sparkling makeover at a fun, creative session where you’ll decorate book covers with tiny gems. Bring a favorite book to bedazzle (preferably small or paperback size).

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

Give your favorite reads a sparkling makeover at a fun, creative session where you’ll decorate book covers with tiny gems. Bring a favorite book to bedazzle (preferably small or paperback size).

Author headshot and book cover

Author Talk with Jason Reynolds: Coach

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Meeting at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Author Talk, Book Discussion, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults

Join us in conversation with bestselling author Jason Reynolds as we discuss his latest work, Coach, the fifth–and last–entry in the highly popular Track series.

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

Join us in conversation with bestselling author Jason Reynolds as we discuss his latest work, Coach, the fifth–and last–entry in the highly popular Track series.

Delmar Progress Club General Membership Meeting

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Meeting Description:

Monthly meeting of Delmar Progress Club members - The officers and board members for the coming program year will be installed. There will be a presentation by the Bethlehem Schoo...

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

Monthly meeting of Delmar Progress Club members - The officers and board members for the coming program year will be installed.

Author headshot and book cover

Author Talk with Marjan Kamali: The Lion Women of Tehran

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Meeting at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Author Talk, Book Discussion, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for an exciting conversation with internationally acclaimed author Marjan Kamali as we delve into the timeless wonder of her New York Times bestselling novel, The Lion Women of Tehran. 

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 exciting conversation with internationally acclaimed author Marjan Kamali as we delve into the timeless wonder of her New York Times bestselling novel, The Lion Women of Tehran. 

Library Trustees

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Board Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Meeting
Age Group:
Meeting

An introduction of the 2026-27 library budget will take place prior to the regular board meeting.

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

An introduction of the 2026-27 library budget will take place prior to the regular board meeting.

Authors' headshots and book cover

Author Talk: Dr. Patrick K. Porter and Ruchika Sikri

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual Meeting at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Author Talk, Book Discussion, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults

Join us in conversation with Ruchika Sikri and Dr. Patrick Porter as we chat about their book, Brain Fitness Blueprint, in which they present a 30-day action plan to supercharge your brain and achieve peak performance.

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

Join us in conversation with Ruchika Sikri and Dr. Patrick Porter as we chat about their book, Brain Fitness Blueprint, in which they present a 30-day action plan to supercharge your brain and achieve peak performance.

Author headshot and book cover

Beyond Belief: Author Talk with Nir Eyal

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual Meeting at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Author Talk, Book Discussion, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults

What if the only thing standing between you and the seemingly impossible…was belief? This is the question posed by bestselling author Nir Eyal in his new work, Beyond Belief. 

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

What if the only thing standing between you and the seemingly impossible…was belief? This is the question posed by bestselling author Nir Eyal in his new work, Beyond Belief. 

Bethlehem Art Association

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Meeting Description:

Monthly meeting and awards

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

Monthly meeting and awards

Closed: Memorial Day Weekend

All Day 5/23 - 5/25
Bethlehem Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Bethlehem Public Library

Bethlehem Neighbors

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Meeting Description:

Annual meeting and dinner.

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

Annual meeting and dinner.

Albany Numismatic Society

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Board Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Meeting Description:

Educational-- lecture.

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

Educational-- lecture.

Chadwick Square HOA

Thursday, May 28, 2026 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

The Gables HOA General Meeting

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 6:45pm - 8:45pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Meeting Description:

Semi Annual HOA general meeting for those living at the Gables. We will review finances and other community/HOA items.

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

Semi Annual HOA general meeting for those living at the Gables. We will review finances and other community/HOA items.

Author headshot and book cover

Author Talk: Smithsonian Curator Mary Savig

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual Meeting at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Author Talk, Book Discussion, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for a fascinating discussion with Smithsonian Curator Mary Savig on the history and significance of craft at state fairs—from blue-ribbon quilts to sculpted butter cows, and so much more!

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 a fascinating discussion with Smithsonian Curator Mary Savig on the history and significance of craft at state fairs—from blue-ribbon quilts to sculpted butter cows, and so much more!

Bethlehem Neighbors for Peace General Meeting

Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:45pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Meeting Description:

General membership meeting

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

General membership meeting

The Art of US

Monday, June 8, 2026 at 3:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Bethlehem Public Library
Meeting Description:

This will be the opening reception for the Art of US exhibit that will be featured in the Southwest Hall for the month of June. We'll plan to read a story and it is open to all.

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

This will be the opening reception for the Art of US exhibit that will be featured in the Southwest Hall for the month of June. We'll plan to read a story and it is open to all.

Library Trustees

Monday, June 8, 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.

Author headshot and book cover

Eat Your Ice Cream: Author Talk with Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual Meeting at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Author Talk, Book Discussion, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for an empowering conversation with health expert Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel as he shares his vision for living well and aging with purpose.

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 empowering conversation with health expert Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel as he shares his vision for living well and aging with purpose.

Author headshot and book covers

Author Talk: Matt Dinniman

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Meeting at Bethlehem Public Library
Program Type:
Author Talk, Book Discussion, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults

Hold onto your heart-patterned boxers!

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

Hold onto your heart-patterned boxers!

Friends of Bethlehem Public Library

Monday, June 15, 2026 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

Chadwick Square HOA

Thursday, June 18, 2026 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.