— Photo by Kristen Roberts
Honoring library patrons: The Bethlehem Public Library recently hung a series of banners in the parking lot to celebrate the patrons who make the library such a special place. The banners were designed earlier this year, but the pandemic stay-at-home orders delayed the big “reveal.”
Saturday hours are here! Beginning Saturday, Sept. 26, the library is open for limited in-person browsing on Saturdays from 1 to 5 p.m. Adding these hours is just the next step in expanding our library services in a safe and pandemic-friendly way. Our weekday browsing hours remain 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
We’d also like to remind you that library visitors are required to wear a mask that covers their nose and chin, as well as sanitize their hands before entering the library. Children under 12 must be accompanied by a caregiver, and there will be a limit on the number of people allowed in at one time.
If you would like to pick up your hold items on a Saturday without going into the library building, you still can. An outdoor greeter on the plaza will be available during browsing hours to help you get your items to go.
In addition to in-person browsing, you can get library materials in the following way:
— Curbside pickup is currently available from 1 to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday and from 1 to 6 p.m. Friday;
— Our Pop-Up Library on the Plaza continues on nicer days;
— Books to People offers a delivery service for the homebound; and
— Cardholders may download eBooks and audiobooks, and stream video online anytime.
For the latest building and service updates, visit www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org/coronavirus-information.
More Wi-Fi
Our Free Library Wi-Fi throughout town has been a lifeline for many as work from home and hybrid schooling strained digital access. This fall, we added the town-hall parking lot and playground to the growing list of locations where we offer free Wi-Fi 24 hours a day, seven days a week. You’ll also find Free Library Wi-Fi outside the library building, at the Elm Avenue park and pool, at Five Rivers Environmental Education Center and at Colonial Acres Park in Glenmont.
Enjoy a story
inside and out
Enjoy the beautiful fall weather and an outdoor story at one of our two StoryWalks in the town of Bethlehem.
On our newest StoryWalk, you will meander through the scenic Pine Hollow Arboretum in Slingerlands as you enjoy the book “A Stone Sat Still” by Brendan Wenzel. The StoryWalk begins at the arboretum’s Magnolia Field.
The Pine Hollow Arboretum StoryWalk joins the one established earlier this summer at the Elm Avenue Park in a collaboration between the library and the Town of Bethlehem Parks and Recreation.
Our StoryWalks are supported by funds from the New York State Library’s Family Literacy Library Services Program and by Upper Hudson Upper Hudson Library System.
Are you more of a homebody? You can also enjoy a family story time from the comfort of your own living room. Our Virtual Family Storytime takes place every Wednesday at 2 p.m. from now until Nov. 25. In this interactive story time for children ages 0 to 6 and their families. To sign up for one or more story times, visit our online calendar (bethlehem.librarycalendar.com), and select the date or dates you are interested in.
Onsite computer use is not yet available at the library, but did you know we offer wireless and mobile printing from home? Print jobs can be retrieved during in-person browsing hours or through curbside pickup.
If you are printing from a computer, upload your document to our print portal and follow the onscreen directions. Each print job is given a unique release code, which will be displayed on your screen and emailed to you if you provide an optional email address. For detailed directions and to access the print portal, visit bethlehempubliclibrary.org/services/tech-tools/wireless-and-mobile-printing.
To print an email message or attachment, forward your email to . You will be sent a release code for the email message and each attachment.
To get your document during in-person browsing hours (currently weekdays from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.), enter the release code on the keypad located next to the printer. You can also use curbside pickup to retrieve your printed items by emailing or calling the Information Desk. A librarian will use your code to print your documents and let you know when they are ready to pick up.
If you would like to use the color printer/copier during in-person browsing hours, you can print documents in PDF form from a USB flash drive. Printers are currently located in our entrance hallway.
Resources for
at-home learning
We’ve created a virtual learning resources webpage to help families navigate the complexities of remote learning: bethlehempubliclibrary.org/virtual-learning-resources-for-students. There, you can link to our robust collection of online research tools, or find out how to get homework help and live tutoring. Reference help from one of our librarians is also just a click away, as well as information about requesting library materials for curbside pickup and downloading e-books.
Upcoming programs
To sign up for any of these programs, go to the library’s online calendar at bethlehem.librarycalendar.com and click on the event you are interested in:
— Coffee & Conversation: Red Cross Disaster Preparedness on Friday, Sept. 25, from 1 to 2:30 p.m.
Get the knowledge and tools you need to prepare for emergencies and disasters, respond accordingly, and recover to pre-disaster conditions as quickly as possible;
— Virtual Escape Room: Recess Duty on Monday, Sept. 28, from 7 to 8 p.m.
In this virtual escape room for adults, will you get out or will you be trapped on recess duty forever?; and
— Navigating Career Transitions on Tuesday, Sept. 29, from 7-8 p.m.
This session will help you to identify and then articulate your current skills into transferable assets that you can leverage in your job search.
Library services
When it comes to getting books, movies, audiobooks, and more into your hands, we are one library with many options so that you can decide how much contact you are comfortable with.
Curbside pickup is currently available from 1 to 7 p.m., Monday through Thursday and 1 to 6 p.m. on Friday.
The library is open for limited in-person browsing from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Our Pop-Up Library on the Plaza continues on nicer days.
Books to People offers a delivery service for the homebound.
Cardholders can download eBooks and audiobooks, and stream video online anytime.
For more information, visit www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org/coronavirus-information.
Coffee & Conversation returns this month with a virtual lineup that promises an exciting mix of music and thought-provoking presentations. Enjoy the series while staying safe and comfortable at home with your coffee — or tea. Following each program will be some time to chat and ask questions.
Kicking things off on Friday, Sept. 18, is a performance of “Golden Oldies” by Alyssa Yeager, who is both a professional musician and practicing music therapist.
On Friday, Oct. 23, the series will feature a presentation by professional genealogist Lisa Dougherty about getting started on your own family history.
We’ll end October on a high note, as we are joined by local historians Michael Catoggio and Bill Schilling, who will share their research on the Swing Era in the Capital Region on Friday, Oct. 30.
All Coffee and Conversation programs begin at 1 p.m. To sign up to participate, visit our online calendar at bethlehem.librarycalendar.com and click on the date and event you are interested in. The series is co-sponsored by Bethlehem Senior Projects Inc.
Listening Parties
This fall, our popular monthly Listening Parties series will celebrate its 10th anniversary with a special edition that revisits the very first topic discussed — The Beatles’ 1968 White Album. Librarian Michael Farley will facilitate the live discussion on Thursday, Sept. 24, at 2 p.m., sharing selections from the album, as well as the updates that came with the release of the 2018 “Super Deluxe” edition.
Our Listening Parties meet monthly to hear selections from classic albums while discussing the life and music of great musicians. Join fellow music lovers and share your personal impressions and memories, rediscover milestones in music history, and talk about the artists that have shaped the musical landscape. Coming in October, we’ll be listening to works by Leonard Bernstein, and in November, the spotlight is on Aaron Copeland.
To sign up to participate, visit our online calendar at bethlehem.librarycalendar.com and click on the date and event you are interested in. Clips and commentary from recent Listening Parties are also now available online. Visit www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org/programs/listening-parties-online for more information.
Library services
When it comes to getting books, movies, audiobooks, and more into your hands, we are one library with many options so that you can decide how much contact you are comfortable with.
Curbside pickup is currently available from 1 to 7 p.m., Monday through Thursday and 1 to 6 p.m. on Friday.
The library is open for limited in-person browsing from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Our Pop-Up Library on the Plaza continues on nicer days.
Books to People offers a delivery service for the homebound.
Cardholders can download eBooks and audiobooks, and stream video online anytime.
As we phase in more library services, please know that we are basing our decision on the latest public health and safety guidance from state and local government. Because of the rapidly changing nature of this information, we have created a webpage for the latest building and service updates. Visit www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org/coronavirus-information to stay up-to-date.
The Bethlehem Public Library’s online calendar is your go-to for learning about upcoming events — even virtual ones. That’s why we want to let you know that you’ll be seeing some changes to the way our calendar looks as we upgrade to new, user-friendly software that will provide a more intuitive experience when searching — and signing up for — programs and events that interest you.
It will also seamlessly manage bookings for reservable spaces once we are able to open those up to the public again.
You can access the calendar by visiting www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org and clicking on the “Calendar” tab.
Fall storytimes
Although we aren’t able to gather for our regular story times this fall, your librarians have been busy developing ways for you to enjoy a new season of virtual storytimes and early literacy fun!
Our Virtual Family Storytime takes place every Wednesday at 2 p.m. through Nov. 25. In this interactive storytime, families will have the opportunity to turn on their cameras and microphones and participate. You must include your email address in your registration so the library can send you the Zoom link for the event. The link will be sent out shortly before the program.
In October, we’re hosting a Kindergarten Engagement Hour virtual series, which will consist of four, one-hour sessions for Kindergarten students and their caregivers on Saturdays Oct. 3-24 at 10:30 a.m. This program will support students and their families with the transition into elementary school. Families will participate in reading and writing activities similar to those seen in our Kindergarten classrooms in a fun, engaging way.
For more information or to sign up for Virtual Family Storytime or the Kindergarten Engagement hour, visit www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org/programs/children/story-time. You’ll also find fun Storytime Online Kits, instructional videos with your Bethlehem librarians and links to other great early literacy resources.
Now you can
browse a bit
The library is now open for in-person browsing. Hours are currently 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. weekdays. To keep this a safe experience for everyone, we’re asking our visitors to wear masks and sanitize their hands before entering the library, as well as limit their time to selecting and checking out items. Visit www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org/limited-library-browsing-hours-and-procedures for more information.
In-person browsing joins curbside pickup, the Pop-up Library, Book Bundles and Books to People. All of these services allow us to share library materials in a way that lets you and your family decide how much contact you are comfortable with.
Great Giveback
Give back to your community by participating in an outdoor community art show. The goal of this year’s Great Giveback project is to use art to highlight the good in our community while creating a new, safe, outdoor experience for people to enjoy. Use your art to thank a person or organization, or use your art to inspire good feelings in others.
The library will provide blank yard signs for interested community members to use as canvases. For more details or to request your canvas: www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org/great-giveback-2020-outdoor-community-art-show.
We are so excited to announce that the Bethlehem Public Library has opened its doors for in-person browsing on weekdays. Hours will initially be limited to 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. so that we can stagger this service with curbside pickup in the afternoon. A greeter will be at the door to welcome you back and answer any questions about our new safety procedures.
Here’s how we’re working to bring back this library experience while protecting the health of our Bethlehem friends and neighbors:
— We’re wearing masks that cover our noses and chins, and we will be requiring our visitors to wear them when inside the library or during the Pop-Up Library on the Plaza. Please avoid bandanas, neck gaiters, and face shields without a mask. If you are not feeling well or running a fever, please visit us when you are feeling better;
— We have installed touch-free faucets in our public restrooms and have located hand sanitizer dispensers throughout the library. We are asking that everyone sanitize their hands before browsing;
— We are limiting the number of people inside the library at any given time. That means staggering staff shifts and allowing only 10 patrons in at one time. It might also mean there could be a short wait before entering;
— Because others might be waiting, we are asking our patrons to limit their time inside to simply selecting and checking out materials. Inside seating, children’s toys, and public computers are not available at this time. Children under 12 must be accompanied by a caregiver;
— If you pick up something while browsing but decide not to check it out, you’ll be able to drop it off at a designated cart so staffers can wipe it down before returning it to the shelves;
— Checkouts will be handled at the Information Desk and reference help will be available at a separate station near the entrance from the lobby. Both have been equipped with clear barriers to promote social distancing;
— Programs, board meetings, and other events will continue to be virtual at this time. To find out what’s coming up, check out our online calendar;
— Returned materials are quarantined for 96 hours. You may drop them off in the designated sheds in the library parking lot. Because of the quarantine, items may not show up as returned on your account right away. Don’t worry; we will be waiving late fees through the end of October.
Please know that, even as we bring back new ways of accessing the library during the pandemic, we are keeping other services like curbside pickup and Book Bundles that allow you to decide how much contact you are comfortable with. Visit our website at www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org or call 518-439-9314 for more information about these services.
Labor Day reminder
The library will be closed for the Labor Day holiday, from Saturday to Monday, Sept. 5 to 7. Access the library catalog and other library services online anytime at www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org.
Hey, Summer Readers, don’t forget to request your prizes online as summer winds down. You earned them! Children and teens can use our book prize request for, and selections can be retrieved at, curbside pickup. Adults can redeem their points for raffle tickets through their ReadSquared accounts. Visit www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org/summer-reading-2020 for details.
What to expect
when we reopen
As staff continue to work out the details and timing involved in bringing back in-person library browsing — our goal is to have it available by early September — it remains our highest priority to keep you safe.
This means that, when we do open our doors, your library experience is going to look a little different than pre-pandemic times. Hours will be limited as we stagger this service with curbside pickup.
You’ll be able to “shop” for your books inside the library, but there will be constraints on the number of people in the building at one time and masks will be required. Public meeting spaces will not be available, nor will access to computers and other in-house library technology.
Children’s toys and library seating have been removed, and patrons will be asked to limit their time inside the library to selecting and checking out their materials.
We know this will be a big change for all of us who have come to see the library as a place to gather with friends and neighbors, but we are looking forward to serving you in this way until we are able to safely gather together as a community once again.
Pop-Up Library,
curbside and more
Even as we work toward opening our doors, we continue working hard to get books and other library materials to you through curbside pickup, Book Bundles and our Pop-Up Library. Visit www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org/pop-up-library-curbside-pickup-and-return... for hours and details.
Stream the Great Courses
Ready to learn something new? Check out The Great Courses on Kanopy and further your lifelong learning goals with a robust selection of college-level video courses on a number of topics including economics, fine arts, music, history, literature, philosophy, science, mathematics, social sciences, professional development and better living. Use your Bethlehem library card to access the streaming video service at bethpl.kanopy.com.
Live tutoring
with HelpNow
As your children get ready to head back to school — in whatever form it may take — we would like to remind you that Bethlehem cardholders now have access to HelpNow by Brainfuse, an easy and intuitive learning resource for all ages and levels with personalized homework help in core subjects (math, reading, writing, science and social studies), as well as SAT preparation.
There is a skill-building tool for all types of learning styles – from flashcards to practice quizzes and videos.
Live one-on-one online tutoring is available in math, science, writing and other subjects for elementary, middle school, high school and college students from 2 to 11 p.m. daily. All Brainfuse tutors have at least a four-year degree and are background checked.
Find HelpNow on the library’s Research webpage (www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org/webapps/research.asp).
At their August meeting, the Bethlehem Public Library Board of Trustees discussed how to begin phasing in additional library services, including in-person library browsing. Although library staff have worked hard to get actual books, DVDs, and Library of Things items into your hands through curbside pickup, Book Bundles, and the Pop-Up Library, we know that the experience of looking through the shelves for something that catches your eye is hard to replicate.
As staff and trustees continue to work out the details and timing involved in bringing back this in-library service, please know that it remains our highest priority to protect the health of our community.
That means that, when we do open our doors, your library experience is going to look a little different than pre-pandemic times. You’ll be able to “shop” for your books, but there will be limits on the number of people in the building at one time.
Public meeting spaces will not be available nor will access to computers and other in-house library technology. Children’s toys and library seating have been removed, and patrons will be asked to wear masks and limit their time inside the library to selecting and checking out their materials.
This will be a big change for all of us who have come to see the library as a place to gather with friends and neighbors. We know those days will return, and we are so grateful to all of you for your patience and good humor as we figure out how to be your best library while protecting public health.
Our phased-in reopening plan is guided by state and local recommendations, as well as the latest scientific research. A copy of the plan, which is updated as new information becomes available, can be viewed on our website (www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org).
Fine waiver extension
Throughout the library’s closure, we have been waiving late fees on overdue materials. The last thing we wanted anyone to worry about was getting charged for items they were unable to return. Recently, the Upper Hudson Library System resumed sending out overdue notices, but with everyday life and schedules still far from normal, we will continue waiving late fees through the end of October.
If you have items that you are ready to return, you can bring them to the library 24/7 and use the numbered drop-off sheds in our parking lot. Library materials are quarantined for 96 hours and may not show up as checked in for up to a week.
Staycation cinema
Looking for a collection of binge-worthy films in one simple package? Look no further! We have dozens of themed binge boxes to check out, available at our Pop-Up Library and to request for curbside pickup.
With binge boxes, you can choose from themes like “Don’t Mess with Denzel” or “You’ll Ugly Cry” and you’ll get a pre-selected set of four to six films that fit the bill. For example, the “Coming of Age Stories” binge box includes: “Boyhood,” “The Edge of Seventeen,” “Lady Bird,” “Paper Towns,” “The Perks of Being a Wallflower” and “The Spectacular Now.” There is a collection for every taste and age group.
Visit bit.ly/3akmHsC to see what’s available or search the Bethlehem catalog for “binge box.” Now you have plans for that summer staycation!
These days, technology is proving vital to staying connected and managing so many of the tasks that we were once able to handle in person. The library wants to make sure everyone in our community has access to the tools they need to navigate these challenging times, so we've added dozens of Chromebooks to our catalog that can be requested and checked out by Bethlehem cardholders for 28 days at a time. To request a Chromebook: bit.ly/2XFORJg.
Books to you
Our doors may be closed for now, but we’ve got a number of ways to get books and other library materials into your hands.
— Book Bundles: Not sure what to read next? Sign up to receive a Book Bundle — selections hand-picked for you by one of our librarians based on your reading preferences. To get started, grab your library card and visit www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org/book-bundle-request to fill out a Book Bundle request form.;
— Curbside pickup: Request your items through our online calendar and get them to go. Curbside pickup is available at the library from 1 to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 1 to 6 p.m. Fridays. Visit bethlehempubliclibrary.org/coronavirus-information for details. We are also accepting returns 24/7. Please follow the parking lot signs and use the designated drop-off sheds. Returned items are quarantined for 96 hours so they won't show up as returned on your account right away;
— Pop-Up Library on the Plaza: You’ll find hot new releases and popular titles for kids, teens and adults that you didn’t even know you needed until you saw it. The Pop-Up Library will be available Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 2 to 6 p.m. through the end of August – weather permitting; and
— Books to People: Our Books to People free delivery service is available to homebound residents of the Bethlehem Central School District and can be especially helpful to those who need to take extra precautions to avoid exposure to the Coronavirus. With Books to People, selected materials are delivered (no contact!) every other week via the library van. Visit bethlehempubliclibrary.org/services/books-to-people for more information.
Explore a story outside
We’ve partnered with the Town of Bethlehem Parks & Recreation to present a StoryWalk at Elm Avenue Park featuring the book “The Wall in the Middle of the Book” by Jon Agee. To enjoy the StoryWalk, park by the playground at the Elm Avenue Park.
Mark your calendar
The way we gather may be different these days, but human beings remain hardwired to seek connection with others. Our virtual library programs are a great way to share an experience or mingle with your fellow community members in a safe and socially distant way. To register for programs or to see what is coming up, visit our online calendar by going to our website (www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org) and clicking on the “Calendar” tab at the top.
Not sure what to read next? Sign up to receive a Book Bundle — selections hand-picked for you by one of our librarians based on your reading preferences. To get started, grab your library card and click here to fill out a Book Bundle request form at www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org/book-bundle-request.
You will be contacted by email or phone when the items are ready for pickup. It’s the perfect way to try some new authors or genres. Book Bundles are available for adults, teens, grade-schoolers, and “read-to-me” children up to age 6. Questions? Email bookbundle@bethpl.org.
Now we have three safe and easy ways to get library materials into your hands. Our Book Bundles and Pop-Up Library are great if you need a little reading inspiration, and Curbside Pickup of hold requests continues weekdays for those who have a specific title in mind. Visit our website at www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org for Curbside Pickup and Pop-Up Library hours.
Career resources
As a library, it is our goal to promote resilience within our community. If you’ve found yourself in-between jobs or with a career in transition, we’re putting together the tools you need to start taking that next step.
First, our librarians have compiled a list of local and national resources dedicated to workforce development and unemployment assistance on our website, so you can see your options all in one place. Check it out here: www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org/workforce-development-resources.
Next, we’re offering a pair of virtual programs in the coming weeks that will help you develop the skills you need to be competitive in the current job market. These programs are made possible by the Upper Hudson Library system Adult Literacy Grant:
— Saturday, Aug. 8, at 10 a.m.: Digital Organization
Take a guided tour of the best apps for getting organized, making deadlines, collaborating on projects, saving time, and maximizing efficiency. This session will be held online via GoToMeeting;
— Saturday, Aug. 15, at 10 a.m.: Facebook Pages for Business
Learn how to create a free online presence for your business, nonprofit, or organization. We'll explore Facebook's Pages feature, including setup, posting content, and understanding usage statistics. We'll also discuss Facebook's paid ad features and key social media marketing principles; and
— Finally, we’re hosting a virtual event Thursday, Aug. 13, at 6:30 p.m. about managing your personal finances during the pandemic. Maria DeLucia-Evans, with the Cornell Cooperative Extension, will share information to help empower your actions in assessing your financial situation, setting goals, creating a working budget and managing potential income loss.
To sign up for any of these virtual programs, go to our website at www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org, click on the “Calendar” tab and select the date and title of the program you wish to attend.
Summer Reading
You can participate in our 2020 Summer Reading Challenge entirely online – from sign-up to claiming your prizes, along with a full schedule of virtual programs? It’s easy, fun and a great way to have a summer adventure. Sign up at www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org/summer-reading-2020.
What was the best year ever in the entire history of pop music? For many people, pop’s best year coincides with whatever year they turned 18.
Aside from that, it’s interesting to note that Billboard and Rolling Stone agree — it was 1984. An argument could also be made that 1982 was, if not the best, then perhaps at least as exceptional. And possibly the most extraordinary, visionary, and left-of-center album of the year was Kate Bush’s “The Dreaming.”
At the Thursday, July 30, Zoom Listening Party, we’ll be taking a closer look at a number of musical selections from 1982, as well as what made “The Dreaming” so groundbreaking for the time. Sign up here to be part of the live discussion: bit.ly/3eX6nP2. If you can’t make it to the live event, you can listen to the clips and learn more about the artists on the Listening Parties Blog at bethlehempubliclibrary.org/programs/listening-parties-online.
StoryWalk
We've partnered with the Town of Bethlehem Parks and Recreation to present a StoryWalk at Elm Avenue Park featuring the book “The Wall in the Middle of the Book” by Jon Agee. StoryWalks promote literacy, physical activity and time together for caregivers and children as you follow a story along on a numbered path. To enjoy the StoryWalk, park by the playground at the Elm Ave park. The StoryWalk is on the lower loop trail.
This StoryWalk was supported by funds from the New York State Library’s Family Literacy Library Services Program and by Upper Hudson Library System. The StoryWalk Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Vermont Bicycle & Pedestrian Coalition and the Kellogg Hubbard Library.
Summer Reading
You can participate in our 2020 Summer Reading Challenge entirely online – from sign-up to claiming your prizes, along with a full schedule of virtual programs. It’s easy, fun and a great way to have a summer adventure. Visit bethlehempubliclibrary.org/summer-reading-2020 to get started.
Updates
Did you know you can now get your library items to go? Curbside pickup is available at the library from 1 to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 1 to 6 p.m. Fridays. Visit www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org/curbside-pickup. We are also accepting returns 24/7. Please follow the parking lot signs and use the designated drop-off sheds. Just a reminder: Returned materials are now quarantined for 96 hours so they will not show up as checked in right away.
Storytime online
Looking to explore some picture books at your own pace? Our librarians have put together some Storytime Online Kits highlighting popular titles like “The Kissing Hand,” “The Day the Crayons Quit,” “The Very Hungry Caterpillar” and more.
Each “kit” features a video of the story being read – sometimes even by the author – along with several related activities to do at home. Visit www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org/programs/children/story-time/storytime-online-kits and then click on the cover you want to explore. New stories are being added every week!