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Library Closed: Christmas Eve

All Day
Closing
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Library Closed: Christmas Day

All Day
Closing
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Library Closed: New Year's Day

All Day
Closing
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Bethlehem Public Library

Day Books: BYO Book

1:30pm–2:30pm
Adults
Book Discussion
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
Event Details:

B. Y. O. B. (Bring Your Own Book) to discuss at this special January meeting of Day Books.

Dungeons and Dragons for Adults

6:00pm–8:30pm
Adults
Gaming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Board 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.

Spanish Conversation Club

3:30pm–4:30pm
Adults
Social, Other
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

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
Technology Class
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. 

French Conversation Club

3:30pm–4:30pm
Adults
Social, Other
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. 

The Short Stack Book Club

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Social, Book Discussion
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.

Accordion Book with Ruby Silvious

12:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Arts and Crafts, Workshop
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

Book Page Wreaths

2:30pm–4:00pm
Adults
Arts and Crafts
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.

Author Talk with David Brooks: How to Know a Person

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adults
Author Talk, Book Discussion, Virtual
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

Dark Corners Book Discussion: The Queen

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Book Discussion
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 The Queen by Nick Cutter. Copies will be available at the Information Desk.

Inclusive Gaming

10:00am–11:30am
Adults, Everyone
Social, Gaming
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. 

One-on-One Tech Help: Session One

5:30pm–6:15pm
Adults
Technology Class
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Having tech trouble with your cell phone, computer or tablet? Are you struggling with Microsoft Word or Google Docs? We can provide one-on-one assistance to help work through your technology challenges.

One-on-One Tech Help: Session Two

6:30pm–7:15pm
Adults
Technology Class
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Having tech trouble with your cell phone, computer or tablet? Are you struggling with Microsoft Word or Google Docs? We can provide one-on-one assistance to help work through your technology challenges.

One-on-One Tech Help: Session Three

7:30pm–8:15pm
Adults
Technology Class
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Having tech trouble with your cell phone, computer or tablet? Are you struggling with Microsoft Word or Google Docs? We can provide one-on-one assistance to help work through your technology challenges.

Author Talk with Julia Hotz: The Connection Cure

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adults
Author Talk, Book Discussion, Virtual
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Virtual Meeting
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Talk, Book Discussion, Virtual
Event Details:

Be sure to jump start your new year with us as we chat virtually with journalist and author Julia Hotz about her book The Connection Cure: The Prescriptive Power of Movement, Nature, Art, Service, and Belonging.  

Spanish Conversation Club

3:30pm–4:30pm
Adults
Social, Other
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

6:00pm–8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Arts and Crafts, Social
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Teens, 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.

French Conversation Club

3:30pm–4:30pm
Adults
Social, Other
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. 

Circular Weaving Craft

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults
Arts and Crafts
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts and Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Unwind and get creative with circular weaving. This craft is perfect for adults looking to try something new, no experience needed. We’ll provide the materials and guide you through the basics.

Spice Sharing: Ginger

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Social, Cooking
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Social, Cooking
Registration Required

Spice Sharing

Looking to try out some new recipes, and share ideas with fellow home cooks? Then this spice-sharing program is for you! 

Prior to the program, sign up to pick up a sample packet of the spice along with a few recipes that feature it. Then meet to discuss your experience and share recipes. Attendees are welcome to bring samples of what they made, but it is not necessary to participate.

Registration is required. After you sign up, you will receive an email letting you know when your spice packet is ready for pickup.