On Thursday, Nov. 21, at 7 p.m., the Bethlehem Public Library’s Listening Party will have Emily Remler, Leni Stern, and Mary Halvorsen. Listen to the best in jazz; learn about jazz history; share observations and stories.
Alzheimer’s series
On Friday, Nov. 22, at 1 p.m., the library will present Holiday Hints for Caregivers as part of the Alzheimer’ series. This program is presented by the Alzheimer’s Association and Community Caregivers.
Movie party
On Monday, Nov. 25, at 6:30 p.m. the library will have a Hunger Games: Catching Fire party. There will be crafts and games to celebrate the release of the latest film based on Suzanne Collins popular books. This program is for kids in grades 6 through 12.
On Tuesday, Nov. 12, at 6:30 p.m., the board of the Bethlehem Public Library will meet. This meeting is open to the public.
Book discussion
On Wednesday, Nov. 13, at 7 p.m. Afterdinner Books will meet at the library to discuss Wild: from lost to found on the Pacific Crest Trail by Cheryl Strayed. New members are welcome. Copies of the book are available at the information desk. Audio copies may also be available.
Lego Club
On Thursday, Nov. 14, at 4 p.m., join us a the library for Lego fun. We supply the Legos, you supply the imagination. Try Lego challenges and build friendships. This program is for kids and their families.
Guest speaker
On Friday, Nov. 15, at 1 p.m., News 10 meteorologist, Steve Caporizzo will talk about his two great passions: forecasting the weather and rescuing homeless pets. Cosponsored by Bethlehem Senior Projects, Inc. and open to seniors and other interested adults.
Trivia night
On Monday, Nov. 18, at 6:30 p.m. come to the library for Trivia Night. Enter as a team of 5 to 8 people to answer 100 questions from 10 categories. Doors open at 6 p.m., contest starts at 6:30 p.m. Call 439-9314 on or after Nov. 1 to sign up. This program is for adults and teens age 16 and up.
Friends meet
On Monday, Nov.18, at 7 p.m., the Friends of the Bethlehem Public Library will meet. This meeting is open to the public.
Paws to Read
On Tuesday, Nov. 19, from 3:45 to 5 p.m., drop in and read to Kitty, a gentle dog who loves stories. For kids in grades 1 through 5.
On Thursday, Nov. 7, from 1 to 6 p.m., the Bethlehem Public Library will have an American Red Cross blood drive. Call 1-800-RED-CROSS or go to www.redcrossblood.org for more information and to schedule an appointment.
Origami Club
On Thursday, Nov. 7, at 7 p.m. come to the library and learn basic techniques and get help with a special project. This program is for kids in kindergarten through grade 12.
Bear Snores On
On Friday, Nov. 8, at 10 a.m., join us at the library to view stories, read books, and do hands-on activities that encourage collaborative learning between parents and children. Call 439-9314 to sign-up. This program is for children age 4 through 6 with an adult.
Alzheimer Series
On Friday, Nov. 8, at 1 p.m., the library’s Alzheimer Series presents Recognizing Caregiver Stress. This program is presented by the Alzheimer’s Association and Community Caregivers.
Daybooks
On Monday, Nov. 11, at 1:30 p.m., join us for a discussion of Billy Lynn’s Long Halftime Walk by Ben Fountain. New members are welcome. Copies of the book are available at the information desk. Audio copies may also be available.
Kitchen science
On Monday, Nov. 11, at 2 p.m., explore mixing molecules of water and oil; create a lava lamp using a well-known effervescent antacid. Call 439-9314 to sign up. This program is for kids in grades 2 through 5 with an adult. This is a library STEM program.
Get your geek on
On Monday, Nov. 11, at 7 p.m., the library will have a Lego Club just for grownups. This program is for adults abd teens age 16 and up.
On Thursday, Oct. 31, at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., the Bethlehem Public Library has a pre-K Halloween parade. There will be a holiday craft and a movie followed by our annual trick-or-treat parade through the library for the pre-K kids. Costumes are optional. This program is for children up to age 6 with their family.
Music and movement
On Friday, Nov. 1, at 10 a.m., come to the library and sing, dance, and play an instrument. This program is for children ages 2 to 6 with an adult.
Tabletop gaming day
On Saturday, Nov. 2, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., drop in to the library anytime for games and snacks; bring a lunch if you wish. This program is for adults and teens age 16 and up.
A Little Sunday Music
On Sunday, Nov. 3, at 2 p.m. join us for Nina Fine and Steve Dahlin, a vocal duo who perform opera favorites, art songs, and Broadway standards.
Knit One, Purl One
On Sunday, Nov. 3, at 2 p.m., bring a current project or, if you’re a beginner, bring size 8 knitting needles to the library for Knit One Purl One; we’ll provide some yarn to get you started. This program is for adults and children age 9 and up.
Pajama Rama
On Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 7 p.m. , come to the library for bedtime stories and fun; for children up to age 6 and their families.
Teen advisory group
On Wednesday, Nov. 6, at 3:30 p.m., is the monthly TAG meeting at the library to talk about teen programs and activities. For kids in grade 6 through 12.
On Friday, Oct. 25, at 4 p.m., come to the Bethlehem Public Library for a Zombie Halloween. It’s their favorite holiday; don’t leave them in the lurch, There will be games and survival challenges, Zombie cookie decorating, and Zombie crafts. For kids in grade 6 through 12.
Origami Club
On Saturday, Oct. 26, at 3:30 p.m., join us at the library to learn basic techniques; get help with a special project. For kids in kindergarten through grade 12.
MuV chat
On Monday, Oct. 28, at 7 p.m., come watch the geeky classic Weird Science and text in your comments; they’ll appear on the big screen as we watch. Standard message rates apply. This program is for adults and teens age 16 and up.
Resumé writing
On Tuesday, Oct. 29, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., learn how to set up an effective professional resumé. Call 439-9314 for more information.
Lego Club
On Wednesday, Oct. 30, at 4 p.m., join us for Lego Club.We supply the Legos, you supply the imagination. Try Lego challenges and build friendships. This program is for kids and their families.
On Friday, Oct. 11, at 10 a.m. join us at the Bethlehem Public Library for music and movement. You can sing, dance, and play an instrument. This program is for children age 2 through 6 and their families.
Knit one, Purl one
On Sunday, Oct. 13, at 2 p.m. come to the library and bring a current knitting project. If you are a beginner, bring size 8 knitting needles, and we will provide some yarn to get you started. This program is for anyone age 9 and up, including adults.
Lego Club
On Monday, Oct. 14, at 10 a.m., the library will supply the Legos, and you supply the imagination. Try Lego challenges and build friendships. This club is for kids and families.
Daybooks
On Monday, Oct. 14, at 1:30 p.m., come to the library and discuss Fellow Mortals by Dennis Mahoney. The author will join this discussion. New members are welcome. Copies of the book are available at the information desk. Audio copies may also be available.
Teen advisory group
On Monday, Oct. 14, at 1:30 p.m., the Teen Advisory Group will meet. TAG meets monthly to talk about teen programs and activities at the library. This group includes kids in grades 6 through 12.
Tabletop gaming night
On Monday, Oct. 14, at 6:30 p.m., the library presents a new monthly series, tabletop Gaming Night. Drop in for games and snacks. This program is for adults and teens ages 16 and up.
Paws to Read
On Tuesday, Oct. 15, from 3:45 to 5 p.m., drop in to the library and read to Oliver, a gentle dog who loves stories. For kids in grades 1 to 5.
Board meets
On Tuesday, Oct. 15, at 6:30 p.m., the library board will meet. This meeting is open to the public.
On Friday, Oct. 4, at 1 p.m., the Bethlehem Public Library presents the Alzheimer’s series: Improving Communication sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Association and Community Caregivers.
Star Wars Reads Day
On Saturday, Oct. 5, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. stop by the library for Star Wars Reads Day. You can try an activity, read a Star Wars book, and enter our drawing. This program is for kids and families.
Cookie tasting
Also on Saturday Oct. 5, from 3 to 4 p.m., while you’re participating in Star Wars Reads Day, stop and taste our teens’ home-baked cookies. All ages are welcome.
Origami Club
On Tuesday, Oct. 8, at 3:30 p.m., come to the library and learn basic techniques, and get help with a special project. This program is for kids in kindergarten through grade 12.
After Dinner too
On Tuesday, Oct. 8, at 7 p.m., the book group will discuss The Yellow Birds by Kevin Powers. New members are welcome. Copies of the book are available at the information desk; audio copies may also be available.
Paper bridges
On Thursday, Oct. 10, at 3:45 p.m., the library offers a building challenge. Can a paper structure hold a hundred pennies? Can it hold a pile of books? Find out; take the STEM challenge. Call 439-9314 to sign up. For kids in grades 1 to 5.
On Friday, Sept. 27, at 1 p.m., the Bethlehem Public Library will present actress and teaching artist Sara Melita. She will perform William Luce’s one-woman play, Belle of Amherst, about Emily Dickinson. All are welcome. This program is cosponsored by Bethlehem Senior Projects, Inc.
Paws to Read
On Saturday, Sept. 28, from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. drop in to the library and read to Kitty, a gentle dog who loves stories. For kids in grades 1 through 5.
Workshop
The library is offering a workshop for adult job-seekers on résumé writing on Tuesday, Oct. 29, at 6:30 pm. Learn how to create a visually appealing document, effectively describe your experience, and prioritize your accomplishments.
This program is part of the library’s new series, Bethlehem Works. A laptop and current résumé are helpful but not required.
The library offers ongoing free job-coach services for adults, college students and high school students preparing to enter the job market. Hour-long appointments are available Tuesday evenings and Saturday mornings. Call 439-9314, ext. 3009 to find out more and set up an appointment.
On Thursday, Sept. 19, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. , come to the Bethlehem Public Library and learn how to create an effective professional profile on LinkedIn, the online career networking site. Call 439-9314 for more information.
Listening Party
On Thursday, Sept. 19, at 7 p.m. join us at the library for our Listening Party presenting Gerry Mulligan. Listen to the best in jazz; learn about jazz history; share observations and stories.
Alzheimer’s series
On Friday, Sept. 20, at 1 p.m., the library will present Memory Loss, Dementia and Alzheimer’s as part of the Alzheimer’s Series.
Presented by the Alzheimer’s Association and Community Caregivers.
Origami club
On Monday, Sept. 23, at 3:30 p.m., come to the library and learn basic techniques; get help with a special project. For kids in kindergarten through grade 12.
Tabletop gaming night
On Monday, Sept. 23, at 6:30 p.m., join us for a new monthly series. Drop in for games and snacks. This program is for adults and teenagers 16 and up.
On Saturday, Sept. 14, at 2:30 p.m., the Bethlehem Public Library will have And Morse the Music Man. After the performance, stop in and get or renew your library card. Supported by Friends of Bethlehem Public Library.
Play-Doh day
On Monday Sept. 16, at 10:30 a.m., come to the library; we’ve got the doh, you’ve got the ideas and we’ll put them together! This program is for children age 2 through 6 with family and friends.
Lego club
On Monday, Sept. 16 at 4 p.m., the library will supply the Legos and you supply the imagination. Try Lego challenges and build friendships. for kids and families.
School crafts
On Monday, Sept. 16, at 6:30 p.m., the library will have a back-to-school crafts program. Outfit yourself for the school year with fuse bead key chains, bottle cap magnets for your locker, and more. For kids in grade 6 through 12.
Friends meet
On Monday, Sept. 16, at 7 p.m., the Friends of the Library will meet. This meeting is open to the public.
Paws to Read
On Tuesday, Sept. 17, from 3:45 to 5 p.m., drop into the library and read to Maggie, a gentle dog who loves stories. For kids in grades 1 to 5.