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English Conversation Club

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Adults
Social, Other
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Social, Other

English Conversation Club

Practice your English language skills through guided discussions, natural conversations and learning games. All levels welcome.

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.

Creation Station: June

9:30am - 8:30pm
Preschool, Children
Arts and Crafts
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. 

Extinctopedia: Author Talk with Smithsonian Scientists

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:

Extinctopedia tells a complex story, not just of those who are extinct but also of those in greatest peril, with explanations of what threatens their survival.

Study Hall at the Library

3:00pm - 8:45pm
Teens
Other
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Study hall at the library.

Spanish Conversation Club

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Adults
Social, Other
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Social, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us to practice speaking Spanish. Whether you are just starting out or a fluent speaker, all are welcome.

Creation Station: June

9:30am - 8:30pm
Preschool, Children
Arts and Crafts
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. 

French Conversation Club

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Adults
Social, Other
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Social, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Whether French is your first language or you are an enthusiastic beginner, come practice speaking French at the library!

Creation Station: June

9:30am - 8:30pm
Preschool, Children
Arts and Crafts
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

10:00am - 10:45am
Preschool
Storytime
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. 

Anime Club

3:45pm - 4:45pm
Teens
Movie
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movie

Anime Club

Watch anime (and eat snacks) with other teens. Whether you are an anime-savvy otaku or a curious newbie, everyone is welcome.

Videos will be rated PG-13 or lower; shows TV-14 or lower.

Creation Station: June

10:30am - 4:30pm
Preschool, Children
Arts and Crafts
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

2:30pm - 4:30pm
Everyone
Gaming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Work solo or in a group to see who can solve their puzzle fastest to become the reigning library puzzle champion!

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

Study Hall at the Library

12:00pm - 4:45pm
Teens
Other
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Study hall at the library.

Creation Station: June

12:30pm - 4:30pm
Preschool, Children
Arts and Crafts
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. 

The Empowered Caregiver: Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Social, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Social, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Empowered Caregiver Series - Part 2 - Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors

Book Night Light

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Arts and Crafts
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts and Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us to create a cute, literary light that can help you read late into the night.

Teens 13+ welcome!

Library Trustees

6:00pm - 9:00pm
Meeting
Meeting
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Meeting
Program Type: Meeting
Event Details:

Board of Trustees meeting.

Tech Tuesday: Library eContent - Libby, Hoopla & more! (Zoom)

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
Technology Class, Virtual
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Virtual Meeting
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

Did you know you have access to ebooks, audiobooks, digital magazines, music, and streaming video all with your library card? Have you heard about Libby or Kanopy and ever wondered how to access them?

Explore Unexpected Twists and Turns: An Author Talk with Lisa Jewell

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:

You’re invited to an exclusive preview event with New York Times bestselling author Lisa Jewell as she introduces readers to her forthcoming title Don’t Let Him In (Out June 24, 2025!).

Study Hall at the Library

3:00pm - 8:45pm
Teens
Other
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Study hall at the library.

Dungeons and Dragons for Adults

6:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Gaming
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming
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.

In Stitches

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Arts and Crafts, Social
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.

Thursdays in the Park: Magician Shaun Robison

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Everyone
Performance
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:

Magician Shaun Robison has spent the last 20+ years perfecting and performing the art of magic. His magic is a sophisticated blend of sleight of hand, comedy and mind reading unmatched by any other magician.

Little Vikings

10:00am - 11:00am
Preschool, Children
Other
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Celebrate the release of the new How to Train Your Dragon movie by crafting Viking helmets, shields, dragons, and more!

Best suited for ages 2 and up with a caregiver. All abilities welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Children (under 9)

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