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Library Backstage Pass

2:00pm–3:00pm
Preschool, Children
Arts and Crafts, Social
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Social
Event Details:

Kick off Library Week by learning what library workers do "Behind the Scenes."  You'll sort a book cart, choose a book for story time, find out what happens to books when you put them in "Bookie" and more!  

Library Play Time

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 Library Week with play time at the library!

Disclaimer(s)

Children (under 9)

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

Paws to Read

4:00pm–4:45pm
Children
Other
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.

Friends of Bethlehem Public Library

6:30pm–8:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Meeting Description

Friends of Bethlehem Public Library

Understanding File Structure on your Windows Computer

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Technology Class
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you have trouble understanding where files go when you download them? Is it difficult to find files you saved to your computer?

Tiny Tots

10:00am–10:30am
Preschool
Storytime
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

11:00am–11:30am
Preschool
Storytime
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. 

BHA Speaker Series: A Short History of the Bicycle

7:00pm–8:45pm
Adults
Author Talk, Performance, Other
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Talk, Performance, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Fun on Two Wheels: A Short History of the Bicycle

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Family Story Time

10:00am–10:30am
Preschool
Storytime
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

11:00am–11:30am
Preschool
Social
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. 

One-on-One Tech Help: Session One

2:00pm–3:00pm
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

3:00pm–4:00pm
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.

Let Your Yoga Dance

4:15pm–4:45pm
Children
Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a combination of yoga and free style dance led by Ania LaRose and tailored for children ages 6-11. All abilities welcome. Registration is recommended but not required.

Indie Lens Pop Up: The Librarians

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

Join us as we celebrate libraries and National Library Week with a special screening of the new PBS documentary The Librarians. This film spotlights librarians across the U.S.

Albany Numismatic Society

7:00pm–8:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Board Room
Meeting Description

Educational-- lecture.

Music and Movement

10:00am–10:30am
Preschool
Storytime
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

11:00am–11:30am
Preschool
Storytime
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. 

Beginning Genealogy at the Library

3:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Other
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come learn how to use resources at the library to begin your genealogy journey. A librarian will walk you through our genealogy resources and go over examples of how to use them.

Chadwick Square HOA

6:00pm–8:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Board Room
Meeting Description

Monthly HOA meeting.

Native Plants in the Landscape with Master Gardener Carole Henry

7:00pm–8:30pm
Adults
Social, Workshop
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Social, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Spring is here! Join us for an engaging presentation with Cornell Cooperative Extension's Carole Henry and discover why native plants are important to our ecosystem and how to incorporate them into your home landscape.

Sensory Play Time

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

Join us for sensory shenanigans! Stop by for open-ended play and exploration with our various sensory items including Play-Doh, textured mats, squishy liquid tiles and more. 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.

Saturday Story Time

11:00am–11:30am
Preschool
Storytime
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. 

Competitive Puzzling: Bonus Edition

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:

We have some extra puzzles, and we don’t want to let them go to waste. Join us for a special bonus round of competitive puzzling—smaller group, same 500-piece count!

Please sign up your team of 1-6 puzzlers (NOT individual participants).

A Little Sunday Music: Jazz Up Spring

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults, Everyone
Music
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Music
Event Details:

Welcome the warmer months here at Bethlehem Public Library with some springtime jazz! Join us for a performance by the Jazz It Up Players, consisting of Eileen Egan Mack on vocals, Wayne Hawkins on piano, Ben Rau on drums, and Pete Toigo on bass.

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.