— Photo by John Love
Printing protective gear: The Bethlehem Public Library’s MakerBot 3D printer has been busy churning out the components used to make protective face shields for health-care workers.
For now, all is quiet inside Bethlehem Public Library, but our MakerBot 3D printer has a big job to do. It is currently working overtime churning out the pieces that are a key component to the protective face shields that health-care workers are using to protect themselves during the coronavirus pandemic.
The printer itself has been moved to its “work from home” location, where head of information technology John Love can check in on the print progress and troubleshoot if problems arise. Each face-shield piece takes a couple of hours to produce, and Love has them printing one right after the other.
We are coordinating our efforts with Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk and Albany public libraries and two separate groups through the University at Albany. The finished face shields are destined for Albany Med.
Medical-supply shortages across the country prompted the call for individuals and organizations with 3D printers to help fill the need, and we are happy that our MakerBot, a cornerstone of the library’s Makerspace Tech Room, can be of service.
Engage with us online
While social distancing guidelines have halted in-person programming for the time being, our librarians have been busy coming up with creative new ways to connect with you online, starting with a digital scavenger hunt to help you familiarize yourself with our website at www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org.
Our popular book-discussion groups have moved to Goodreads so you can keep up with your reading list and stay in touch with your librarian moderators and fellow readers. Are you a fan of our Listening Parties? The themed music discussion group can now be found on our website.
We’re also offering video storytimes, STEM/STEAM tutorials, and sewing and crafting instruction with your BPL librarians. We’re debuting some of these on YouTube and Facebook, but you can also find many of them on our website. Be sure to check our online calendar for more upcoming virtual programs.
And don’t forget to follow us on social media for staff book recommendations, activity ideas, library news and more!
Online contest for Poetry Month
Celebrate National Poetry Month with us and channel your inner muse by participating in our online poetry contest. Go the traditional route or try something a little different — like picture poetry. All ages are welcome (and there will be prizes). Go to bethpl.org/poetry-contest for details.
Virtual board meetings
Our commitment to organizational transparency continues, even as group gathering guidelines and building closures pose a challenge to holding our monthly board of trustees meetings. Please be assured the Monday, April 20, meeting will take place at its scheduled time of 6 p.m. and remain open to the public virtually even if our board members are not able to meet in person. Please visit our board of trustees webpage (www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org/about-us/board-of-trustees) for more information.
Got questions?
Reach out by email at and staff will assist you. You can also call the library at 518-439-9314 and leave a message. We will get back to you as soon as we are able, but please allow additional time for questions asked via voicemail.
— Photo by Michael Farley
Sunset over the library: The Bethlehem Public Library remains closed until further notice in response to the worldwide coronavirus emergency, but many of its services and programming are available online.
This is a message from Geoffrey Kirkpatrick, the director of Bethlehem Public Library.
Typically, in this column, we would be sharing information about the upcoming budget vote and trustee election, as well as our scheduled programs and events. Due to the rapidly changing nature of the worldwide coronavirus emergency, we will focus instead on what we offer online and beyond our building.
We think these services will continue to grow in importance, allowing us to meet this community’s needs in a way that adheres to physical distancing guidelines even after the library is able to reopen its doors.
Please know that the staff at Bethlehem Public Library continues to work diligently for you. We have moved to quickly add online video programs to allow kids to see their librarians reading stories, and we are developing new ways to engage with our patrons virtually.
Our staff has also compiled and vetted timely information on our website to help individuals and our community bounce back from adversity.
In order to take away any concerns about fines, we have shifted due dates on all materials and suspended fines until after the library reopens.
The library budget vote and trustee election has been moved back at least until June. This is a developing situation, and we will continue to work closely with the school district to keep you informed.
Even in the midst of this current crisis, we continue to look ahead, integrating new lessons into our long range plan as we work toward serving you better, long into the future. Stay safe and be well.
Coronavirus resources
Feeling overwhelmed with all the coronavirus information out there? Struggling to find the aid your family needs to weather this storm? We’re here to help. The library has compiled a list of trusted local and national resources for you in one convenient place. Go to www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org/local-resources-for-cornonavirus-information-and-aid.
Online Poetry Month contest
Celebrate National Poetry Month with us and channel your inner muse by participating in our online poetry contest. Go the traditional route or try something a little different — like picture poetry. Poets of all ages are welcome (and there will be prizes). Go to bethpl.org/poetry-contest for details.
Book discussions on Goodreads
If you are itching to talk about books with your fellow readers, then you’re in luck! We’ve moved our popular librarian-moderated book discussion groups to Goodreads. Head over to www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org/programs/adult/book-discussions and click the Goodreads link at the top to join in.
Virtual board meetings
Our commitment to organizational transparency continues, even as group gathering guidelines and building closures pose a challenge to holding our monthly board of trustees’ meetings. Please be assured the Monday, April 20, meeting will take place at its scheduled time of 6 p.m. and remain open to the public virtually even if our board members are not able to meet in person.
Please visit our Board of Trustees webpage (www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org/about-us/board-of-trustees) for more information.
Got questions?
Reach out by email at and staff will assist you. You can also call the library at 518-439-9314 and leave a message. We will get back to you as soon as we are able, but please allow additional time for questions asked via voicemail.
We know the closure of the Bethlehem Public Library in response to the rapid spread of the novel coronavirus disease 2019 came as a surprise to many of you. Although we had prepared a tiered plan to address the growing concern about public gathering spaces, the speed with which we reached the closing phase was a surprise to us too.
First and foremost, please know that we miss you, and we are looking forward to seeing you once again when we open our doors. A major part of what we do is personally interacting and connecting with our community — and that is a loss that is deeply felt among all of us.
For the time being, the library is scheduled to be closed through the end of the month, but as we have seen these past weeks, these things can change very quickly, so we ask that you continue to check our website for updates.
And because the last thing we want in these uncertain times is for you to worry about fines and due dates, we have extended the due dates on all materials checked out until the library reopens. Our return bins are closed, so please hold onto your library items for now.
To make it easier for everyone to access our digital materials and services, those who sign up for a library card online at www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org will have an extended grace period to use the temporary login. Library cards will also not expire at this time, so there is no need to worry about when or how to renew while the library is closed.
In the meantime, our staffers are working hard to create ways for all of us to connect online, through website scavenger hunts and virtual book discussions, as well as tips and resources for our community during these stay-at-home times.
We’d also like to remind you of the many online resources available to Bethlehem cardholders without even stepping foot in the library — resources that we are stepping up and devoting additional spending to in order to keep wait times and access to e-materials reasonable. You can:
— Download e-books, audiobooks and e-magazines through OverDrive. More e-magazines are available through Flipster, and this week added almost a dozen new titles, including Do It Yourself, Elle Décor, Antique Trader, Simply Gluten Free, Paleo Magazine and more. Click on the eContent graphic on the library’s home page at www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org to see what’s available;
— Stream movies, high-quality children’s programming or explore one of The Great Courses through Kanopy. The digital content can be streamed from any computer, television, mobile device or platform by downloading the Kanopy app for iOS, Android, AppleTV, Chromecast or Roku. To get started, or visit bethpl.kanopy.com;
— Use our wifi. We offer “Free Library WiFi” 24/7 at the following locations: The library parking lot and outside our building, Elm Avenue Park, Five Rivers; and Colonial Acres in Glenmont; and
— Browse our Research page for access to local history resources, newspaper archives, encyclopedias, Consumer Reports and more. Just this week Ancestry.com announced it would temporarily be available to use offsite with an Upper Hudson library card, so you can use your free time to climb that family tree.
We are also available to answer your questions by email via or you can leave a voicemail and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
Thank you all for your understanding and patience as we navigate this strange and uncertain time. We are all in this together!
The rapid spread of the novel coronavirus has meant a lot of disruption in our everyday lives, and the library is no exception. As a public gathering place, we have been vigilant in our desire to protect the health of the people who use the library, as well as those who work here.
In our tiered response to the growing concern, up to and including our current closure, we have implemented a number of measures that have had an impact on the way we serve the public. Please know that we do not make these decisions lightly, but they are important steps that we as a library can make in helping to slow the pandemic.
For the time being, the library will remain closed until further notice. We will do our best to keep you informed of any updates through our website and on social media, where we plan to keep up a regular presence highlighting tips, activities, suggested reading, and more. We’ll also be looking at ways to provide other limited services during the closure.
In the meantime, we’d like to remind you of the many online resources available to Bethlehem cardholders without even stepping foot in the library. If you don’t already have a library card, you can sign up online at www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org. You can:
— Download e-books, audiobooks and e-magazines through OverDrive. Additional e-magazines are available through Flipster. Click on the eContent graphic on the library’s home page at www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org to see what’s available;
— Stream movies or explore one of The Great Courses through Kanopy. The digital content can be streamed from any computer, television, mobile device or platform by downloading the Kanopy app for iOS, Android, AppleTV, Chromecast or Roku. To get started, or visit bethpl.kanopy.com; and
— Browse our Research page for access to local history resources, newspaper archives, encyclopedias, Consumer Reports and more.
In the coming months, please remember to check our calendar frequently for the most up-to-date program and schedule information.
We look forward to being able to resume the innovative and exciting programs and services you love, and we thank you for your understanding during these uncertain times.
Our Seed Library at the Bethlehem Public Library is set up and ready for spring. Pick up your seed selections behind the Information Desk and get growing with us!
On Friday, March 13, we’re hosting “Ready, Set, Grow,” a special Seed Library program for our littlest gardeners, where we’ll read all about plants and growing things, and then plant something to take home.
The program starts at 10 a.m., and participants should dress for a mess. This program is for children up to age 6 with a caregiver.
Button-maker demonstration
Check out the button makers in our Tech Room Makerspace and give them a test drive at our Button Maker Demonstration Monday, March 16, from 6 to p.m. Drop in and see how you can use these fun maker tools to create cool, quirky accessories or whip up something for your next group event. We have three different sizes to choose from, and magnetic backs are also available. There is a small fee for materials used.
The tools in the library’s Tech Room Makerspace are available to use anytime during library hours and provides access to equipment and technology that a lot of people don’t have at home. In addition to the button makers, we’ve got a Cricut Maker, which allows for precision cutting of paper, vinyl, fabric and other materials.
These tools join the Makerbot 3D printer, a die cutter, laminator, light tracing board, photo lightbox and sewing machine.
An Irish Afternoon with Toss the Feathers
Enjoy a lively afternoon performance Wednesday, March 18, by Toss the Feathers playing a mix of traditional Irish music and songs. The music begins at 2 p.m.
Toss the Feathers features Amy Schoch on violin, viola and vocals; Dave Smith on bouzouki, banjo and vocals; and David Pease on Irish flutes and whistles.
Since its establishment in 2015, the group has played a number of venues across the Capital Region with a focus on being a live, local band that’s fun to hear and dance to.
Book sale volunteers needed
The Friends of Bethlehem Public Library will be holding their Spring Book Sale Bash once again this year from April 3 to 5.
Would you like to volunteer? Visit bit.ly/2wj81d5 or check out the Friends page at www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org for more information or to sign up.
Board-candidate info
Nominating petition forms and informational packets are available at the library Information Desk for candidates interested in serving on the Bethlehem Public Library Board of Trustees. There are two seats on the 2020 ballot, currently held by incumbents Lisa Scoons and Brian Sweeney. Scoons is seeking re-election, while Sweeney will be stepping down in June.
Petitions must contain at least 50 signatures of voters residing in Central School District No. 6 of the towns of Bethlehem and New Scotland. Petitions must be filed with the District Clerk, Bethlehem Central High School, 700 Delaware Ave., Delmar by 5 p.m. on April 20. The election and budget vote will be held on Tuesday, May 19.
It’s time to start thinking spring! As we celebrate the return of our Seed Library, we have invited experienced local gardener Charlie Brenner to talk about germination boxes, a cost-effective way to achieve better seed germination in less time.
Join us on Saturday, March 7, at 3 p.m. for “All About Germination Boxes” and afterwards browse the Seed Library to see how you can get growing with us.
The Seed Library, located at the back of the Information Desk, will be self-serve with some limits on quantities. You’ll find a selection of open-pollinated vegetables and some herbs and flowers to choose from. Seed libraries like ours support sustainability and food security by allowing those in the community free access to the means of growing their own food.
Musicians of Ma’alwyck
A Little Sunday Music wraps up the 2019-20 series on Sunday, March 8, at 2 p.m. with a performance by Ann Marie Schwartzand Sten Isachsen of the Musicians of Ma’alwyck. Schwartz on violin and Isachsen on guitar will perform a selection of chamber pieces popular in America during the 18th and 19th centuries.
Concerts are free and open to the public. All ages are welcome. We would like to thank the Friends of Bethlehem Public Library for generously sponsoring another wonderful season of this ever-popular concert series!
Book sale volunteers needed
The Friends of Bethlehem Public Library will be holding their Spring Book Sale Bash once again this year from April 3 to 5.
Whether you’re looking to rehome some of your beloved past reads or find a few great deals, this is the event for you. The weekend-long Book Sale Bash offers an opportunity to donate books, CDs and DVDs in good condition, or purchase like-new items at a huge discount.
This epic sale is no small thing, and the Friends could use all the help they can get with setup, sorting, sales and cleanup. Would you like to volunteer? Visit bit.ly/2wj81d5 or check out the Friends page at www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org for more information or to sign up.
On-demand streaming with Kanopy
Use your Bethlehem library card to access Kanopy streaming video. Kanopy offers a catalog of more than 30,000 indie films, documentaries and hard-to-find foreign films. In addition, Kanopy provides access to an excellent selection of The Great Courses, 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.
Films can be streamed from any computer, television, mobile device or platform by downloading the Kanopy app for iOS, Android, AppleTV, Chromecast or Roku. To get started, click on the eContent graphic on the library’s home page at www.bethlehempubliclibrary.
Board candidate information
Nominating petition forms and informational packets are available at the library Information Desk for candidates interested in serving on the Bethlehem Public Library Board of Trustees. There are two seats on the 2020 ballot, currently held by incumbents Lisa Scoons and Brian Sweeney. Scoons is seeking re-election, while Sweeney will be stepping down in June.
The Battle of Bennington marked a turning point in the Revolutionary War, and local historian David Pitlyk will be at the Bethlehem Public Library on Tuesday, March 3, at 7 p.m. to talk about how the engagement forever altered the fortunes of Philip Skene, a man who was on course to become one of the prominent citizens of New York.
Returning from Britain as the newly appointed Lieutenant Governor of the Forts of Ticonderoga and Crown Point in 1775, Skene already owned tens of thousands of acres around present-day Whitehall. His life would be forever changed when, in August 1777, Lt. Col. Baum was ordered by General Burgoyne to march to Bennington, with Skene accompanying him as a follower of the British army.
Pitlyk will discuss Skene and this defining moments of his life.
Pajama time!
The Thursday, March 5, Pajama-Rama will feature a special bilingual story time with our friends from the Bethlehem Central High School Spanish Honor Society. Stop by at 6:30 p.m. and enjoy some fun and stories before bedtime with your little ones up to age 6.
Women in history
We’re celebrating Women’s History Month at the library with a pair of programs that highlight the achievements and struggles of notable women through the ages.
Join us Monday, March 9, at 6:30 p.m. for “The Schuyler Sisters Come Alive,” a look at all of the Schuylers – Angelica, Eliza and Peggy … and Cornelia and Catherine.
Historian Danielle Funiciello will share stories about the sisters, who spanned a 25-year age range from the eldest, Angelica to the youngest, Catherine. Learn more about how these privileged young women navigated life in Dutch Albany as the earliest American citizens.
Later in the month, storyteller Nancy Marie Payne brings alive the exciting early days of aviation when women first climbed into the cockpit.
At the Monday, March 23, “Women in Aviation” program, Payne relates the story of Pancho Barnes, one of the first female pilots of the 1920s, as well as the first flight from a woman's perspective. She’ll also detail the exploits and adventures of early balloonists and aviators: Amelia Earhart, Ruth Law, Harriet Quimby and others. The program begins at 6:30 p.m. and is for all ages.
Board elections
Nominating petition forms and informational packets are available at the library Information Desk for candidates interested in serving on the Bethlehem Public Library Board of Trustees. There are two seats on the 2020 ballot, currently held by incumbents Lisa Scoons and Brian Sweeney. Scoons is seeking re-election, while Sweeney will be stepping down in June.
Petitions must contain at least 50 signatures of voters residing in Central School District No. 6 of the towns of Bethlehem and New Scotland. Petitions must be filed with the District Clerk, Bethlehem Central High School, 700 Delaware Ave., Delmar by 5 p.m. on April 20. The election and budget vote will be held on Tuesday, May 19.
Nominating petition forms and informational packets are available at the library Information Desk beginning Monday, Feb. 24, for candidates interested in serving on the Bethlehem Public Library Board of Trustees. There are two seats on the 2020 ballot, currently held by incumbents Lisa Scoons and Brian Sweeney. Scoons is seeking re-election, while Sweeney will be stepping down in June.
The library takes very seriously its responsibility to serve the community by providing access to resources and programming that enhance the quality of life of our residents. Our trustees make this possible through their dedication and vision, and they fill a very important public service role that affects every tax-paying resident, whether that person has stepped foot in the library or not.
Board meetings are held at the library monthly and are open to the public. Meetings begin at 6 p.m. and last about two hours. Trustees are expected to regularly attend.
Petitions must contain at least 50 signatures of voters residing in Central School District No. 6 of the towns of Bethlehem and New Scotland. Petitions must be filed with the District Clerk, Bethlehem Central High School, 700 Delaware Ave., Delmar by 5 p.m. on April 20.
The election and budget vote will be held on Tuesday, May 19, from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the Bethlehem Central High School.
A better bag
When the state ban on single-use plastic bags begins March 1, shoppers will be encouraged to bring their own reusable bags to shop. Get ready to tote your goods in style by customizing your own shopping bag at the library Wednesday, Feb. 26, at 7 p.m. We will provide the bag and fabric paint, you provide the inspiration. Teens welcome!
Winter break fun
There’s still time to enjoy some winter break fun at the library!
On Thursday, Feb. 20, at 10 a.m., we’re building with boxes. Join us as we stack ’em up and see how big our box build can get – like blocks, but bigger. For kids and families. Stop by later that day at 2 p.m. for a family book discussion focusing on Lesa Cline-Ransome’s “Finding Langston,” a story about a family’s move from Alabama to Chicago during the Great Migration.
On Friday, Feb. 21, at 10:30 a.m. we’re hosting another Escape-room like adventure, but this time it is for kids in grades 2-5. For our “Breakout EDU: Help Hansel and Gretel,” participants will use their code-breaking skills to help Hansel and Gretel find their way home after visiting the not-so-scary witch. Registration required.
To register for programs, visit the website at www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org and click on the calendar or call 518-439-9314.
Dorm Room Delicacies
Just because you’re about to begin your higher education doesn’t mean you have to lower your food standards for the next few years. At the Friday, Feb. 21, Dorm Room Delicacies program, a Hannaford dietitian will show soon-to-be college-bound students how to make healthy dishes using the appliances and utensils found in a typical dorm room. The program, geared to teens ages 13 to 17, begins at 2 p.m. Sign up online or call.
Experience some library love this Valentine’s Day with a pair of programs for the young and young at heart.
On Friday, Feb. 14, at 10 a.m., we’re hosting “Sweetest Day” for children up to age 6 with their caregivers. Hear some sweet stories and stay to decorate a sweet treat!
Later that day, enjoy “Isn’t It Romantic: Valentine’s Day Songs,” a concert featuring singers Eric and Linda Braun, along with Richard Nabozny performing romantic songs from the Great American Songbook, as well as sing-alongs and poetry. The music starts at 2 p.m.
Winter break
What do you do when the kids have a whole week off of school in the middle of winter? Head to the library, of course! We’ve got fun programs scheduled the entire winter break. Check out the complete list atwww.bethlehempubliclibrary.org or pick up a flyer at the library.
Things start out a little wild Monday, Feb. 17, with an educational program from Reptile Adventure featuring live snakes, lizards and turtles. Seating is limited with programs at 10:30 a.m. or 1:15 p.m.
It’s school break week, but we have some fun scheduled for preschoolers, too! On Tuesday, Feb. 18, at 10 a.m. join us and our friends from Brightside Up (formerly the Capital District Child Care Council) for “Little Blue Truck: A Sensory Learning Experience.” Children up to age 6 and their caregivers can share in the adventure of Little Blue and his animal friends as they work together to rescue a truck stuck in the mud.
On Tuesday, Feb. 18, teens in grades 6 to 12 can prepare to “Pass or Fail on the Oregon Trail” a Breakout EDU program that is an Escape Room-like adventure where participants solve a series of puzzles that will help them and their friends travel westward on the Oregon Trail. This program requires registration.
The following day, Wednesday, Feb. 19, children and teens ages 9 and up are invited to learn about the properties of a variety of essential oils and make an infused wooden bead necklace or bracelet. The program takes place at 2 p.m., and registration is required.
On Thursday, Feb. 20, at 10 a.m., we’re building with boxes. Join us as we stack ’em up and see how big our box build can get – like blocks, but bigger. For kids and families.
Get some reading in during the winter break and stop by the library Thursday, Feb. 20, at 2 p.m. for a family book discussion focusing on Lesa Cline-Ransome’s “Finding Langston,” a story about a family’s move from Alabama to Chicago during the Great Migration.
On Friday, Feb. 21, at 10:30 a.m. we’re hosting another Escape-room like adventure, but this time it is for kids in grades 2 to 5. For our “Breakout EDU: Help Hansel and Gretel,” participants will use their code-breaking skills to help Hansel and Gretel find their way home after visiting the not-so-scary witch. Registration required.
To register for programs, visit the website at www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org and click on the calendar or call 518-439-9314.
— Photo by Kate Lambert
Nesting: Children and their caregivers work to build nests out of the same materials birds might find in the wild at the Bethlehem Public Library on Wednesday, Jan. 29, during Family STEAM Night.
Warm up to the second half of our popular winter concert series, A Little Sunday Music, which resumes Feb. 9, at 2 p.m. at the Bethlehem Public Library with flautist Melanie Chirignan, accompanied by pianist Michael Clement.
Chirignan is known for her musicality and versatility of repertoire. As an orchestral player, she has performed with the New York Chamber Players Orchestra, Albany Pro Musica, Octavo Chamber Orchestra, Glens Falls Symphony Orchestra, Garden State Philharmonic, and others. She has also performed with jazz bass legend Nat Reeves, traditional Irish harpist Hailey Hewitt, and the Philadelphia Fife and Drum Corps.
Chirignan earned her bachelor’s degree in music performance and music education, graduating magna cum laude from the State University of New York College at Fredonia. She earned her master’s degree in flute performance at the Hartt School. She has taught general music, chorus, and orchestra, and has taught every level from elementary school to conservatory-level students.
Pianist Michael Clement has served as staff accompanist and vocal coach for Skidmore College and The College of Saint Rose. He has been on the music staff for Opera Saratoga, Long Beach Opera, and the Florentine Opera. Currently, he is the pianist for the Mendelssohn Club of Albany, is Minister of Music at Emmanuel Baptist in Albany, and performs in venues throughout the Northeast.
A Little Sunday Music wraps up the 2019-20 series on Sunday, March 8, with the Musicians of Ma’alwyck, a popular local chamber ensemble specializing in music performed in America during the 18th and 19th centuries.
A Little Sunday Music is sponsored by the Friends of Bethlehem Public Library.
Castellani visits
Our book discussion groups always have room for one more reader, and with a variety of meeting days and times, there’s sure to be a group that fits your schedule.
Coming up on Tuesday, Feb. 11, the library is holding a special AfterDinner Books discussion about “Natalie’s Wars” by Paul Castellani featuring a visit from the author himself! The novel tells the story of a woman who struggles through World War II on the homefront and in the years after with a husband suffering from the psychological fallout of war. Castellani, a university professor and Capital Region writer, has published numerous articles on public policy, and “Natalie’s Wars”is his second novel. His first was the well-reviewed “Sputnik Summer,” detailing life in the Adirondacks in the late 1950s. AfterDinner Books meets every other month on a Tuesday at 7 p.m.
Book Discussions
Daybooks, our afternoon discussion group, meets at 1:30 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 10, or Thursday, Feb. 13, to discuss “The Library Book” by Susan Orlean. Daybooks meets twice a month, every month.
Check ’Em Out Books, which alternates every other month with AfterDinner Books meets next on Monday, March 2, at 7 p.m. to talk about Jeannette Walls’ “Half Broke Horses.”
Discussions are facilitated by Bethlehem librarians, who carefully select books spanning a variety of topics and genres. Pick up a bookmark or visit us online at www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org/programs/adult/book-discussions for additional 2020 titles.