Bethlehem Library Notes for Wednesday, June 2, 2021
— Photo by Kristen Roberts
Go for a StoryWalk at the Bethlehem Public Library. The library recently set up “Fox and the Bike Ride” by Corey R. Tabor along the path circling the building.
There’s so much to explore at the library — inside and out! Stop by anytime to enjoy an outdoor story at our newest StoryWalk installed right here on library grounds!
Meander along the path circling the building as you enjoy the hilarious adventure cooked up by mischievous Fox in “Fox and the Bike Ride” by Corey R. Tabor. The StoryWalk begins at our Delaware Avenue entrance.
Our StoryWalks are supported by funds from the New York State Library’s Family Literacy Library Services Program and by Upper Hudson Library System.
WiFi out and about
Planning a picnic in the park this weekend? Don’t forget you can tap into our vast network of Free Library WiFi in public places throughout town. Stream some music, find a trail map, or check for upcoming events – without using up your phone’s data.
We recently added the Town Hall parking lot and playground to the list of locations where we offer free WiFi 24 hours a day, seven days a week. You’ll also find Free Library WiFi outside the library building, at the Elm Avenue park and pool, at Five Rivers Environmental Education Center and at Colonial Acres Park in Glenmont.
All about Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer’s is not normal aging. It is a disease of the brain that causes problems with memory, thinking and behavior. Join us online Wednesday, June 16, at 6 p.m. for “Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia” to learn about the impact of Alzheimer’s, the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia, Alzheimer’s disease stages and risk factors, current research and treatments available to address some symptoms, and Alzheimer’s Association resources.
This program is presented by the Alzheimer Association Northeastern New York Chapter. Sign up here: bethlehem.librarycalendar.com/events/understanding-alzheimers-and-dementia.
At your doorstep
Books to People is a free library delivery service available to residents of the Bethlehem Central School District who are unable to visit the library because of a permanent or temporary medical condition, including COVID-19 exposure concerns.
The library van will deliver requests every two weeks, and pick up returns. You can request books, circulating magazines, DVDs, music CDs and audiobooks. To ask for this delivery service, contact the library Information Desk at 518-439-9314.
Due date reminder
The moratorium on late fees has been extended through June 30. In the coming weeks, please check your account for any overdue materials that you might have forgotten about and bring them in to avoid charges.
Speak up with
Pronunciator
There are so many benefits to learning a new language, and now, with international travel beginning to open back up, you get ready to immerse yourself in that overseas adventure you’ve been dreaming about. With Pronunciator, the library’s online language resource, just select the language and topics you love, the skills you want to build, and how much you want to study each day, and Pronunciator will build a personalized course for you. Choose from over 160 languages to learn, including American Sign Language.
Bethlehem cardholders can access Pronunciator on the library’s Research page (www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org/webapps/research.asp).