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Board Game Café

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Gaming
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:
Join us for a fun, free night of board games at the library. Come as a group, or come ready to make new friends! Food and drink will be provided. No registration is required — just stop in. ...

Sensory Storytime and Play

10:00am - 10:45am
Storytime
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime

Sensory Story Time and Play

Sensory Story Time 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.

Limited Space

There is no registration required for this program, but space is limited. Doors will open 10-15 minutes prior to the start of the event.

Storytime

All storytime programs are cancelled when Bethlehem Schools are closed or delayed.  Space is limited so please arrive 5 minutes prior to the start of the program. All abilities welcome. 

1000 Cranes for Mental Health: Final Day

3:45pm - 4:45pm
Arts and Crafts, Health & Wellness
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Please join us at the library for our final push to create 1,000 paper cranes for National Mental Health Awareness Month! May is National Mental Health Awareness Month. In an effort to reduce stigma and encourage a sense of community, we are hop...

Disclaimer(s)

Children (under 9)

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

Pop-Up Library at the Farmers Market

9:00am - 1:00pm
Other
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Other
Event Details:
Find us at the Delmar Farmers Market where you can check out new titles and learn more about the library. Please Note: The Farmers Market will be held in the parking lot at Bethlehem High School while work is done on the Middle School parking lot....

K.I.N.D Club

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:
K.I.N.D stands for "Kids Identified (or see themselves) as Neuro Divergent." Kids who fit that description, plus their friends and families, are invited to join us for a brand new club where they can have fun and make connections in a welcoming envir...

Creation Station: June

9:30am - 8:30pm
Arts and Crafts
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Children's Place
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Arts and Crafts

Day Books: The Island of Missing Trees

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Book Discussion
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
Event Details:
The Island of Missing Trees by Elif Shafak will be discussed. ...

For the Love of Mars: An Author Talk with Smithsonian Curator Matt Shindell

2:00pm - 3:15pm
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:
Mars and its secrets have fascinated and mystified humans since ancient times. Due to its vivid color and visibility, geologic kinship with Earth, and potential as our best hope for settlement, Mars embodies everything that inspires us about space an...

Study Hall @ the Library

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Other
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:
Come study at the library in a designated study space. ...

Paws to Read

4:00pm - 5:00pm
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.

Parent's Guide to Library Digital Content for Kids

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Parenting Program, Technology Class
Registration
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Parenting Program, Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:
A librarian will discuss and demonstrate digital content available for children through Libby, Kanopy, Hoopla, and more. ...

Creation Station: June

9:30am - 8:30pm
Arts and Crafts
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Children's Place
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Arts and Crafts

Anime Club

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Movie
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community 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.

Dungeons and Dragons for Adults

6:00pm - 8:30pm
Gaming
Registration
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:
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 wi...

Creation Station: June

9:30am - 8:30pm
Arts and Crafts
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Children's Place
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Arts and Crafts

Study Hall @ the Library

3:00pm - 9:00pm
Other
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:
Come study at the library in a designated study space. ...

Teen Hangout

3:30pm - 4:45pm
Arts and Crafts, Gaming, Movie
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Tweens
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Gaming, Movie
Event Details:
Come to the library after school for board games, crafts, homework help and good vibes. Listen to music, watch a cozy TV show and eat some snacks while you hang out with friends! ...

Creation Station: June

9:30am - 8:30pm
Arts and Crafts
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Children's Place
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Arts and Crafts

Study Hall @ the Library

3:00pm - 9:00pm
Other
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:
Come study at the library in a designated study space. ...

Thursdays in the Park: Heard

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Performance
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:
Heard’s vibrant sound takes influences from West Africa, Brazil, the Caribbean and beyond! The Parks and Recreation Department, Bethlehem Public Library, and Friends of Bethlehem Public Library are once again teaming up to host the popular “Thur...

Disclaimer(s)

No Rain Location

This program will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather. Call or check the online calendar to check the status of this program.

Creation Station: June

9:30am - 8:30pm
Arts and Crafts
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Children's Place
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Arts and Crafts

Sensory Play Time

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

Sensory Play Time

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.

Study Hall @ the Library

3:00pm - 9:00pm
Other
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:
Come study at the library in a designated study space. ...

Creation Station: June

9:30am - 8:30pm
Arts and Crafts
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Children's Place
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Arts and Crafts