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Library Closing Early

4:00pm–9:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Bethlehem Public Library
Description:

Library closing at 4pm due to inclement weather.

Adult Board Games

1:00pm–4:30pm
Adults
Social, Gaming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Social, Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Board games have come a long way from Candy Land and Chutes & Ladders. Come chat about games past and play new games with others. We will have several games to choose from and staff on hand to assist with set up.

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. 

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.

AI and the Environment

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Social, Other
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Social, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Artificial Intelligence is a topic that seems to come up a lot these days. AI is in our search engines, messaging apps, and even our weather models, but what exactly is it? Is AI doing more harm than good?

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. 

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. 

Wednesday Night Whatsit

6:00pm–8:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Social, Gaming
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Social, Gaming
Event Details:

Wednesday Night Whatsit? It's what you make it! We'll have the Nintendo Switch with games on the big screen, snacks and drinks, along with tables for games, chatting or hanging out with friends. 

 

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.

Spice Sharing: Caraway

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.

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. 

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. 

Mahjong

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Social, Gaming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Social, Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for an afternoon of Mahjong. This session is open to experienced players and those still learning how to play.

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. 

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. 

French Conversation Club

3:30pm–4:30pm
Adults
Social, Other
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Board 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. 

Movie & Make: The Grand Budapest Hotel

6:30pm–8:30pm
Adults
Arts and Crafts, Social, Movie
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Social, Movie
Event Details:

Join us for a relaxing evening at the library as we screen Wes Anderson’s whimsical film The Grand Budapest Hotel. We'll have informal crafts inspired by the film’s vibrant colors and quirky style or bring your own project to work on.

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. 

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.

Backyard Beekeeping

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
Social, Workshop
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Social, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ever wondered what all the buzz is about? Join us for an engaging presentation with Cindy Elsenbeck from the Southern Adirondack Beekeepers Association to learn about these small but mighty pollinators.

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. 

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. 

Wednesday Night Whatsit

6:00pm–8:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Social, Gaming
Library Branch: Bethlehem Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Social, Gaming
Event Details:

Wednesday Night Whatsit? It's what you make it! We'll have the Nintendo Switch with games on the big screen, snacks and drinks, along with tables for games, chatting or hanging out with friends.