Closing at 1pm today: Jan 26
All BAPL locations are closing at 1pm today due to the icy conditions. No library items are due. Stay safe out there, everyone!
January 26, 2021
January 26, 2021
Bookmobile Service Cancelled today, 1/26/21
The bookmobile will not be making its route today due to icy conditions on the roads. Stay safe, everyone!
January 25, 2021
Main Library Book Drop available again
We were able to come up with a temporary solution to the damaged book drops, so the Main Library book return boxes on Church St. are now available again. They may be used as normal at this time. So return those books and come get some more!
January 20, 2021
Book Drops temporarily closed — Main Library
The bookdrops outside the Main Library were destroyed in a traffic accident yesterday and have been removed. Until they are replaced, books and other library items can only be returned inside during normal library hours. We apologize for the inconvenience!
January 8, 2021
BAPL January 2021 Library Board Meeting to be held over Zoom
Please note that the Bethlehem Area Public Library’s January board meeting will be held online on January 11, 2021 at 6pm. The virtual meeting will be open to the public as attendees. Attendees will be able to listen to the meeting and make comment at the designated time, following typical public comment procedure. To attend […]
January 8, 2021
The Best Books We Read in 2020
We asked BAPL staff members the question: “What was the best book you read this year?” and are happy to share the answers here. Maybe you’ll find your next great read! Here’s to a healthy and happy 2021. Ellie and Dawn both chose Anxious People by Fredrik Backman. It is full of drama, humor, surprises […]
December 29, 2020
My “ArtSmart” Experience — Josh Berk
My 2020 “ArtSmart” Experience — Josh Berk I was happy to work with the Bethlehem Area School District and ArtsQuest for another successful semester of “ArtSmart” this year. ArtSmart is the after-school enrichment program held at the Banana Factory that brings art programs to hundreds of middle and elementary school students each year. This year […]
December 16, 2020
Snow closing Dec 16, 2020
Due to the coming storm, please note the following for today, December 16, 2020: The Main Library will close at 12:00 The South Side and Coolidge locations will not open at all There is no bookmobile service today No library items are due today Look for future updates about the rest of the week as […]
December 15, 2020
Light the Menorah!
On December 14, Director Berk was happy to join Rabbi Yaacov Halperin of Chabad of the Lehigh Valley and Stephanie Augello from the City of Bethlehem Mayor’s Office to ceremonially light the menorah located outside City Hall. A City fire truck was on hand to hoist him up to the high candles, but they were […]
December 10, 2020
BAPL Library Board Meeting To Be Held Dec 14 via Zoom
Please note that the Bethlehem Area Public Library’s December board meeting will be held online on December 14, 2020 at 6pm. The virtual meeting will be open to the public as attendees. Attendees will be able to listen to the meeting and make comment at the designated time, following typical public comment procedure. To attend […]
November 24, 2020
No Donations to the Main Library Please
Please note that we are currently not accepting books or other materials at the Main Library, effective November 24. We thank you as always for your generosity, but we are running out of room due to our inability to host book sales. Items may be taken to the South Side Branch during normal hours there. […]
November 10, 2020
11Fest Fundraiser!
Thank you for stopping by 11Fest! You can watch on BAPL’s YouTube channel here. And there are lots of ways to support the studio! You can purchase one of the items or services/experiences below, or just make a donation. Here’s a link to easily give $11 dollars. You will help us fund the operation of […]
November 9, 2020
BAPL Library Board Meeting to be held via Zoom 11/9/2020
Please note that the Bethlehem Area Public Library’s November board meeting will be held online on November 9, 2020 at 6pm. The virtual meeting will be open to the public as attendees. Attendees will be able to listen to the meeting and make comment at the designated time, following typical public comment procedure. To […]
November 5, 2020
NEW BAPL BOOK: TUG!
BAPL Books is happy to announce the publication of a new children’s book: TUG! by Catherine McCafferty. Bethlehem’s history comes to life in this picture book brought to you by the Bethlehem Area Public Library and the National Museum of Industrial History. TUG is a tow tractor helping Bethlehem’s steelworkers to do their very best. […]
November 2, 2020
Updated Library Schedule and Services
BAPL Main, South Side, and Coolidge are now open for limited and by-appointment browsing! Masks are required as is standard social-distancing protocol. Please note that the procedure is somewhat different at each location. If you have any questions, please call ahead of time. Main Library: Normal hours: Mon – Wed: 9AM – 8PM, Thurs & Fri: […]