On Friday, Jan. 31, at 1 p.m., come to the Bethlehem Public Library and learn how to build a memoir out of moments, focusing on a single event and developing it into a one-page story from your life. The presenter is Mary Cuffe Perez an author and creator/director of The Story Quilt Project. This program is cosponsored by Bethlehem Senior Projects, Inc.
Take your child to the library
On Saturday, Feb. 1, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., join families across the nation as they introduce their children to the riches of the library on Take Your Child To The Library Day.
The Puppet People
On Saturday, Feb. 1, at 3 p.m., the Puppet People will present The Pirate of Book Island at the library. This is a special event for families.
Mendelssohn Club A Little Sunday Music
On Sunday, Feb. 2, at 2 p.m., the Capital District men’s chorus will perform as part of A Little Sunday Music program at the library. They have performed continuously since 1909.
Knitting at the library
On Sunday, Feb. 2, at 2 p.m., bring a current project or, if you’re a beginner, bring size 8 knitting needles; we’ll provide some yarn to get you started. This program is for adults and children age nine and up.
Snowy stories
On Monday, Feb. 3, at 2 p.m. come to the library for themed stories for kids up to age six with family.
Tabletop gaming night
On Monday, Feb. 3, at 6:30 p.m., drop into the library for games and snacks. This program is for adults and teens age 16 and up.
Grant writing basics
On Wednesday, Feb. 5, at 7 p.m., grant specialist Joan Oliver will provide information on various aspects of grant writing of interest to artists, inventors, writers, nonprofit administrators, and others.
On Friday, Jan. 24, at 3:30 p.m., come to the Bethlehem Public Library for cake pops and crafts. While the pops are baking, make fuse-bead crafts. This program is for kids in grade six through 12.
Friends meet
On Monday, Jan. 27, at 7 p.m., the Friends of the Bethlehem Public Library will meet. This meeting is open to the public.
Pajama-rama
On Tuesday, Jan. 28, at 7 p.m., come to the library for Pajama-rama. This program is bedtime stories and fun for children up to age six and their families.
On Friday, Jan. 17, at 10 a.m., the Bethlehem Public Library will have Music and Movement. Sing, dance, and play an instrument for children ages three to six with an adult.
Lego Club
On Friday, Jan. 17, at 4 p.m., come to the library where we supply the Legos, and you supply the imagination. Try Lego challenges and build friendships. This program is for kids and their families.
Writers and Friends program
On Sunday, Jan. 19, at 2 p.m., the National Endowment for the Arts fellow Melody Davis will read from her latest collection of poetry, Holding the Curve. Davis is assistant professor and program coordinator for art history at the Sage Colleges. This program is cosponsored by Friends of Bethlehem Public Library.
Jump for joy
On Monday, Jan. 20, at 10:30 a.m., learn a new jump rope trick or show us one of yours. If you don’t have a jump rope, borrow one of ours. This program is for families.
Paws to Read
On Tuesday, Jan. 21, from 3:45 to 5 p.m., drop into the library and read to Oliver, a gentle dog who loves stories. For kids in grade one through five.
On Friday, Jan. 10, at 1 p.m., come to the Bethlehem Public Library for a talk by certified health education specialist Sara Lyons. She will talk about the three elements of a healthy lifestyle. Pre-registration is required; call 439-9314 ext. 3009 to sign up.
Origami club
On Saturday, Jan. 11, at 3:30 p.m., join us at the library and learn basic techniques and get help with a special project. This program is for kids in kindergarten through grade 12.
Daybooks
On Monday, Jan. 13, at 1:30 p.m., Daybooks will discuss Gift from the Sea by Anne Morrow Lindbergh. New members are welcome. Copies of the book are available at the information desk. Audio copies may also be available.
Board meets
On Monday, Jan. 13, at 6:30 p.m., the library board meets. This meeting is open to the public.
Pajama-Rama
On Wednesday, Jan. 15, at 7 p.m., come to the library for bedtime stories and fun for children up to age six and their families.
On Thursday, Jan. 2, at 10:30 a.m., come to the Bethlehem Public Library and learn and practice basic yoga poses, breathing exercises and relaxation techniques. This program is designed just for kids ages 6 through 9 with an adult.
Pokemon
On Thursday, Jan. 2, at 2 p.m., bring your cards, action figures and favorite fantasy games to the library. This program is for kids kindergarten through grade 12.
Kid improv
On Friday, Jan. 3, at 2 p.m., learn about improvisation and try your hand at some theater games at the library. For kids in grades one and up.
Knit one, purl one
On Sunday, Jan. 5, at 2 p.m., bring a current project or, if you’re a beginner, bring size eight knitting needles to the library; we’ll provide some yarn to get you started. This program is for adults and children age nine and up.
Gaming night
On Monday, Jan. 6, at 6:30 p.m., drop in to the library for games and snacks. Adults and teens age 16 and up are welcome.
Teen advisory group
On Wednesday, Jan. 8, at 3:30 p.m., TAG will meet to talk about teen programs and activities at the library. For kids in grade 6 through 12.
Afterdinner books
On Wednesday, Jan. 8, at 7 p.m., the Afterdinner books group will discuss The Light Between Oceans by M. L. Stedman. New members are welcome. Copies of the book are available at the information desk. Audio copies may also be available.
On Thursday, Jan. 2, at 10:30 a.m., come to the Bethlehem Public Library to learn and practice basic yoga poses, breathing exercises and relaxation techniques. This program is designed for kids ages 6 to 9 with an adult.
Pokemon
On Thursday, Jan. 2, at 2 p.m., bring your cards, action figures and favorite fantasy games to the library. This program is for kids in kindergarten through grade 12.
Kid improv
On Friday, Jan. 3, at 2 p.m., learn about improvisation and try your hand at some theater games. For kids is grades 1 and up.
Knit One, Purl One
On Sunday, Jan. 5, at 2 p.m., bring a current project or, if you’re a beginner, bring size 8 knitting needles; we’ll provide some yarn to get you started. This program is for adults and children ages 9 and up.
Gaming night
On Monday, Jan. 6, at 6:30 p.m., drop into the library for games and snacks. This program is for adults and teens ages 16 and up.
Teen advisory group
On Wednesday, Jan. 8, at 3:30 p.m., TAG will meet. The group meets monthly to talk about teen programs and activities at the library. For grades 6 through 12.
Afterdinner books
On Wednesday, Jan. 8, at 7 p.m., the book group will discuss The Light Between Oceans by M. L. Stedman. New members are welcome. Copies of the book are available at the information desk. Audio copies may also be available.
On Thursday, Dec. 26, at 2 p.m., come to the Bethlehem Public Library where we supply the Legos, and you supply the imagination at the Lego Club. Try Lego challenges and build friendships. This program is for kids and families.
Kitchen Science
On Friday, Dec. 27, at 2 p.m., become a quicksand mixologist by combining different kitchen supplies. Call 439-9314 to sign up. This program is for kids in grades 2 through 5 with an adult. Kitchen Science is a library STEM program.
Sew cool
On Monday, Dec. 30, from 1:30 to 3 p.m., kids in grades 1 to 4 p.m., accompanied by an adult, then from 3:30 to 5 p.m., kids in grades 5 through 12, can join us at the library to create items with costume designer Amelia Dombrowski. Dombrowski will show you how to create unique winter items and gifts using basic sewing techniques. Call 439-9314 to sign up.
Family movie
On Tuesday, Dec. 31, at 11 a.m., the library will show a Disney animated classic. Call 439-9314 for details.
The Bethlehem Public Library will open at 1 p.m., on Friday Dec. 6, to accommodate a staff development session in the morning. Phone service will not be available that morning, but the outdoor book drops will be open.
Access the library catalog and other library services online anytime at www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org.
Musical fun
On Friday, Dec. 13, at 10 a.m., come to the library to sing, dance, and play an instrument. This program is for children age 2 to 6 with an adult.
Affordable Care Act
On Monday, Dec. 16, at 6:30 p.m., learn more about the new law and its impact. The program is presented by Larry DePaulo. DePaulo is a business advisor and Affordable Care Act Coordinator at UAlbany’s Small Business Development Center.
Paws to Read
On Tuesday Dec. 17, from 3:45 to 5 p.m., drop into the library and read to Flacco, a gentle dog who loves stories. This program is for kids in grades 1 to 5.
Family movie
On Monday, Dec. 23, at 2 p.m., join us at the library for a Disney animated classic. Call 439-9314 for details.
On Friday, Dec. 6, at 3:30 p.m., the Bethlehem Public Library’s Teen Advisory Group has its monthly meeting to talk about teen programs and activities at the library. This program is for grades 6 through 12.
Daybooks
On Monday, Dec. 9, at 1:30 p.m., Daybook’s group will discuss The Cove by Ron Rash. New members are welcome. Copies of the book are available at the information desk. Audio copies may also be available.
Tabletop gaming night
On Monday, Dec. 9, at 6:30 p.m., join us at the library for this new monthly series. Drop in for games and snacks. This program is for adults and teens age 16 and up.
Board meets
On Monday, Dec. 9, at 6:30 p.m., the library’s board will meet. This meeting is open to the public.
Afterdinner books
On Tuesday, Dec. 10, at 7 p.m. join us for Afterdinner book’s discussion of Arcadia by Lauren Groff. New members are welcome. Copies of the book are available at the information desk. Audio copies may also be available.
Pajama rama
On Tuesday, Dec. 10, at 7 p.m., the library will have bedtime stories and fun for children up to age 6 and their families.
Origami Club
On Wednesday, Dec. 11, at 3:30 p.m., learn basic Origami techniques and get help with a special project. This program is for kids in kindergarten through grade 12.
On Friday, Nov. 29, at 2:30 p.m., bring some Thanksgiving leftovers to munch on while you watch a family movie at the Bethlehem Public Library. Call 439-9314 for details.
A Little Sunday Music
On Sunday, Dec. 1, at 2 p.m., guitarist, William Simcoe and flutist, Elisabeth Williams perform Argentine tango music at the library.
Knit one, purl one
On Sunday, Dec. 1, at 2 p.m., bring a current project or, if you’re a beginner, bring size 8 knitting needles; we’ll provide some yarn to get you started. Adults and children age 9 and up.
Much Ado About Nothing
On Monday, Dec. 2, ar 7 p.m., director Joss Whedon’s modern setting of Shakespeare’s play stars sci-fi favorite Nathan Fillion. This film is rated PG-13 and is for adults and teens age 16 and up.
Lego Club
On Tuesday, Dec. 3, at 4 p.m. come to the library we supply the Legos, you supply, the imagination. Try Lego challenges and build friendships. This program is for kids and families.
El Camino De Santiago
On Wednesday, Dec. 4, at 7 p.m., in an illustrated talk, Delmar resident T. Brendan Mooney shares his experiences hiking this 1,200-year-old pilgrimage trail. This program is part of the Russell Travel Series.