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GENERAL INFORMATION

Bethlehem Area Public Library: 11 E. Church St. (main- 610-867-3761); 400 Webster St. (Southside branch- 610-867-7852); 2740 Fifth St. (Coolidge- 484-892-6267). Visit bapl.org

Main Library: Next BAPL book sales: Indoor book sale in Main Library basement. 50 shoppers at a time max. Cash and credit cards accepted. May 13, noon to 8 p.m. and May 16, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit bapl.org/book-sales/

For information re: hours including time and date changes, information or to speak with staff members, call 610-867-3761 or 610-867-7852 400 or visitbapl.org. Some events are for children with adult(s) only.

Main library and all branches closed on Friday, April 3 (Good Friday).

BOOKS ON THE HILL

Stanley and Lynn Streets, Fountain Hill

Tuesdays: Poem of the week: No registration needed. Drop-in between 1 and 5 p.m.

Bookmobile: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday (closed on a fifth Friday of a month; holidays):1 to 5 p.m. Check for closures, limited hours.

Saturday, April 4: Make a simple kite with just paper, string, ribbon, and a stapler. All supplies provided, including markers to customize your kite. Rain or shine. Register:

bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/lets-go-fly-kite-29663

COOLIDGE BRANCH

Thursdays, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30:tory time. 10:30 – 11:15 a.m. Ages two to four. Information:Visit bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/storytime-coolidge-26911

Wednesday, April 15: Crochet Collective. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced crocheter, meet others who enjoy crochet. Grades six to 12. 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Registration required: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/crochet-collective-29647

SOUTHSIDE BRANCH

Reminder: Accessible by stairs only.

Daily: book sales: Indoor main floor book sale (books, DVDs and video games). Cash and credit cards accepted. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday to Thursday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays. Good quality donations accepted. Visit bapl.org/book-sales/

Tuesdays: Playtime; 11 –11:30 a.m. Monday to Thursday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday

Saturdays: Preschool Storytime. 10:30 to 11 a.m. for up to four years old, parents and caregivers. No drop-offs allowed.

Mondays: April 6, 13,20, 27: Spanish Conversation facilitated by Gregorie Lule. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Contact Gregorie at Gregorie.Lule@gmail.com for details. Zoom event.

Must register. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Saturdays: Preschool Storytime. 11 –11:30 a.m. Monday through Thursday.

10:30 to 11 a.m. for up to four years old, parents and caregivers. No drop-offs allowed.

Mondays: Playtime at the SouthSide library. Blocks, puzzles, games, and toys provided. 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.

Tuesdays: April 7, 14, 21, 28: Lehigh University tutors provided by Alpha Phi will help with homework in all subjects. (Grades K-12). No registration.

Wednesdays: Homework help. Grades One to 12. 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. No registration; just sign in when you arrive. Tutors: Moravian University students working in the America Reads program.

Wednesday, April 1: Textile class: Spring pennant banners. 5 to 6 p.m. Adults only. 10:30 to 11 a.m. for up to four years old, parents and caregivers. No drop-offs allowed. Must register:

bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/textile-class-spring-pennant-banners-29199

Tuesdays, April 7 to May 12: Tuesdays Seed to Supper seven week classes. 5:30 to 7 p.m. Adults. Lehigh Valley Master Gardeners: how to build healthy soil, plan your growing space, choose your crops, care for your growing garden, and harvest your bounty. Applications required: Click on this link to apply: pennstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3O5yvvnLazszHaC?Q_CHL=qr

Thursday, April 9: Rep. Steve Samuelson mobile office. Need help filing your rent rebate form or any other state government related issues? 10 a.m. to noon. Adults. Registration required; Registration CLOSED for this session. Next event is May 14.

Saturday, April 11: Zine-Making Workshop with QTLV. Zines (mini self-published magazines) aRE a space for sharing political ideas, personal stories, and imaging expansive futures. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Adults. Registration required: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/zine-making-workshop-28283

MAIN LIBRARY

Main library and all branches closed on Friday, April 3 (Good Friday).

Many programs are designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Wednesdays, April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29: Gentle Yoga for adults. Noon to 1:15 p.m. Must register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/gentle-yoga-161

Homework help. Grades One to 12. 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. No registration. Sign in when you arrive. Tutors are Moravian University students working in the America Reads program.

Wednesdays, April 1, 8, 15 (last one) : Toddler playtime. Ages two to three. 10:30 to 11: 15 a.m. No drop-offs allowed.

Mondays, April 6, 13, 20, 27: Open Mic Night: Performers arrive by 5 p.m.to sign up. Ffifteen minute time limit for musicians and six minute time limit for poets and comedians. Visit bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/open-mic-night-bapl-16650

Quiet study time, Grades six to 12. 3 to 5 p.m. A study place for group programs and solo study. Some supplies available.

Virtual Spanish conversation. Intermediate and advanced speakers. Facilitator: Gregorie Lule. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Must register: emailing Gregorie.Lule@gmail.com for more information.

Qigong Meditation and Relaxation training. 10:15 to 11:30 a.m. Must register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/qigong-meditation-and-relaxation-training-26691

Tuesdays, April 7, 14: Story time, and art, ages two to four. 10:30 to 11 a.m. No drop-offs allowed.

Tuesdays: April 7, 14, 21, 28: Lehigh University tutors provided by Alpha Phi will help with homework in all subjects. (Grades K-12). No registration.

Thursdays, April 9, 16, 23, 30: Baby story time, ages: infants to 24 months. 10:30 to 11 a.m. No drop-offs allowed.

Fridays, April 10, 17, 24: Free virtual (Zoom) English classes / Gratis Virtual Ingles Clases. Noon to 1 p.m. Adults only. Visit bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/free-virtual-english-classesgratis-virtual-ingles-clases-27966

Saturday, April 4: Explore nature with your smartphone for teens this spring! Learn how to participate in the City Nature Challenge four-day global event. Teens grades six to 12.Register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/photograph-nature-2026-city-nature-challenge-28202

Tuesday, April 7: Fiber Arts and Friends. Bring knitting, crocheting, cross stitch, sewing, fiber projects. Yarn exchange. 6 to 7:45 p.m. Must register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/fiber-arts-friends-24996

Taste and Tell Library Cookbook Club, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Adults. Must register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/copy-taste-and-tell-library-cookbook-club-23320

PREP - Virtual Prevention Resources and Education for Parents of Children: essential knowledge, skills, and resources parents and caregivers need to address youth substance use effectively. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Registration required: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/prep-prevention-resources-and-education-parents-children-28817

Bethlehem Book Club: “Go Tell It on the Mountain” by James Baldwin. 6 to 7 p.m. Adults. If you are new to our group please register by emailing info.pursuingpassions@gmail.com.

Wednesday, April 8: Seed swap: Bring seeds from your garden. Label and provide as much information you have about the seeds. Please bring empty jars, bags or envelopes to transport your seeds. Master Gardener, Lynn Dautrich, will give a short presentation and answer questions. 6 to 7:30 p.m. Must register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/index.php/event/seed-swap-29419

Thursday, April 9: Travel planning: hands-on workshop where you’ll learn how to make the most of the resources available to you as a library cardholder. 11 a.m. to noon. Adults. Register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/you-book-travel-planning-library-29623

Mary Pat Beebe Book Club. 10 to 11 a.m. Virtual. Must register: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/mary-pat-beebe-book-club-27123

Friday, April 10: Decorating Bunny Cakes (pre-K). based on Max and Ruby’s, Bunny Cakes, based on Rosemary Wells. 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. First come, first served. Photographing not permitted. Saturday, April 11: Marty McGuire presents NASA Mission Updates: Humanity’s Next Giant Leaps. 2 to 3:30 p.m. Registration required: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/event/marty-mcguire-nasa-ambassador-28322

Monday, April 13: Teen Advisory7,14,21,28 Board (T.A.B.) 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Grades six to 12. complete your middle school and high school community service hours, or just join in on the fun.

Wednesday, April 15: First time home buyer’s workshop: the mortgage process, loan options, and grant programs; credit and how it affects your ability to purchase a home; homebuying process; and title insurance: what, why, benefits. 5 to 7 p.m. Adults. Registration required: bethlehemarea.librarycalendar.com/index.php/event/home-buyers-workshop-draft-27963