RFP: Soundproofing project at Main Library
See the attached Request for Proposals at the Main Library. Contact jberk@bapl.org with questions. Request for Proposal (RFP) Soundproofing Installation Services
January 18, 2024
June 14, 2023
Plant-a-Row 2023
BAPL is proud to be a drop-off location for “Plant-A-Row” again this year. Plant-A-Row Lehigh Valley is a group of local gardeners who donate surplus to neighbors in need. Then, their volunteers transport donations received to area food pantries, meal centers, soup kitchens and shelters. Even if you don’t have a garden, you can still […]
May 3, 2023
Reserve a Room at BAPL
We have several spaces available for you to reserve at the library. Each has specific regulations; some require a fee. See the links below for all the information you need to book a space. Hold your next meeting at the library! Studio 11 — The free, public recording studio at the Main Library! Note: There […]
April 28, 2023
Your Library Just Got a Makeover … Ready to See?
] We’ve managed to keep the charm of the building while updating the space for the 21st century. And this Saturday, we’re hosting an Open House from 10-5 for you and all your friends and family to come check it out at the main library location: 11 W. Church St. We think you’ll be pretty impressed, […]
March 28, 2023
BAPL’s 2022 Annual Report
We are happy to share with you our 2022 Annual Report. It’s kind of a large file, so give it a minute to download. A few highlights are below. We are so lucky to have such a supportive community and so many partners who make BAPL thrive!
October 18, 2022
Rent the Laros Room for your next meeting
Need a space to hold your next meeting? BAPL has reopened its beautiful Laros Room to the public! The room has the capacity for up to 49 people and all the resources you may need for your event including a projection screen, a podium, a whiteboard, a ceiling-mounted projector with an HDMI input, and plenty […]
April 21, 2022
In Memory of Helen Bush
Helen P. Bush, 90, of Hanover Township, passed away on Monday, April 18, 2022. Helen was born in Bethlehem and was the loving wife of Elmer R. Bush. Helen attended Liberty High School where she later worked as a secretary prior to her retirement. Her family asks that contributions be made to the Bethlehem Area […]
February 28, 2022
Emil Signes & the BAPL, Libraries & Life
Emil Signes has been on the library board of BAPL since 1985. That’s actually before BAPL was BAPL (it was just the Bethlehem Public Library when he started – the “Area” was added soon after he was appointed, as neighboring communities began to join). As he begins another year of service to the library, Dr. […]
June 24, 2021
In Memory of Foster Leonhardt
The obituary of Foster Leonhardt was brought to our attention this week because of the note “Because Foster loved to read and in lieu of flowers, please consider contributions in his memory to the Bethlehem Area Public Library.” Needless to say, we were touched. We went on to read the obituary and were moved by […]
June 21, 2021
BAPL is Switching from Overdrive to CloudLibrary!
The Bethlehem District Libraries have brought on a new platform for eBook and eAudiobook lending. The new platform, cloudLibrary™, will provide an app that is extremely easy for all users, and allows for the library to better manage its content and offer far more to you through a partnership with other libraries across PA. On […]
June 18, 2021
Check Out These Books for World Refugee Day
You can find all of these books in the Bethlehem Area Public Library catalog to check out and read! Click on their links to check availability. Lubna and Pebble by Wendy Meddour and Daniel Egnéus When Stars Are Scattered by Victoria Jamieson and Omar Mohamed Sea Prayer by Khaled Hosseini* The Night Diary by Veera Hiranandani A Land of […]
June 16, 2021
The Friends of the Library Present a Summer Literary Salon!
Bethlehem Area Public Library’s Friends of the Library will be holding a Summer Literary Salon benefit on Wednesday, July 21, 2021! The Friends of the Library is a group of dedicated volunteers who raise money to underwrite the library’s innovative programming and support the library’s growth. A gift to the Friends supports: Storytime, art, and […]
May 24, 2021
Show Your Support for BAPL with Buy-A-Book!
The Buy-A-Book campaign is back at the Bethlehem Area Public Library, allowing you to show support for one of your favorite community centers by making a donation that will go towards the purchase of new books for the library. Every $30 Buy-A-Book gift to BAPL purchases a new book that will receive a special bookplate honoring a […]
April 13, 2021
On Arab American Heritage Month and Books
I grew up with the angelic voice of Fairouz playing in the morning, and the awakening scents of Arabic coffee wafting in the air of my home (more than once a day because Arabs love their coffee and cannot go a day without that tiny cup of bitter caffeine). The Arabic language filled the halls […]
April 7, 2021
A Make-Your-Own Ernest Hemingway Story
Ernest Hemingway helped to redefine American writing in the early 20th century through his stories and novels. One of his most characteristic and influential traits was his spare and direct style. And it is with that that we have decided to have a little fun. You can use the below list of typical Hemingway words, […]