We are thrilled to share with you the Black Bethlehem Project, a first-of-its kind historical study of the Black experience in Bethlehem, PA. This project was funded through the Lehigh Valley Engaged Humanities Consortium and spearheaded by BAPL’s Rayah Levy, who says, “I am so thankful a vision has become a reality, and that Bethlehem’s […]
BAPL has temporarily halted the acceptance of donated books, effective July 20. We need some time to go through the large volume we’ve received recently and are running out of room. Thank you for your generosity! We do not expect this to last for very long, but please refrain from bringing donations of books and […]
Please note that the Bethlehem Area Public Library’s July board meeting will be held online on Monday June 13, 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 […]
As part of our summer reading program, enjoy this video by magician Michael Reist, just for BAPL’s readers! See more about the summer program here.
BAPL’s online archive of local newspapers has gotten a facelift! The Morning Call and Express-Times have long been available through bapl.org, but as text-only. Now the online version of recent years (2018-present) is a full replica of the actual print newspaper. By following the link through the library’s homepage, you can search and view full color photos, as […]
You may have seen the new stories on how the demand for antiracist literature has been skyrocketing at libraries, ours included. It’s a good problem to have! But it’s also kind of annoying when there is a long wait time for the book you are interested in. Well, good news! Overdrive has donated unlimited copies of […]
Happy summer! Each week as part of the BAPL Summer Reading Program there will be online activities that coordinate with our grab bags so families can duplicate them at home. In the week #1 video below, join Stef from BAPL South Side to hear a great Jack and the Beanstalk story and to learn to […]
If you have library items to pick up or drop-off at the Main Library on June 27, or if you are planning on coming to the drive-up book sale, please be aware of possible road closures in the afternoon. Please plan to come in between 10-2. Thank you.
The Bethlehem Area School District provides free meals for children in Bethlehem ages 18 and under during the summer. The South Side Branch of BAPL (400 Webster St.) is happy to serve as a pick-up location. Breakfast and lunch meals will be available for pickup Mondays (meals for 2 days) and Wednesdays (meals for 3 […]
Summer at My Library: Imagine Your Story (June 22-August 15), our summer reading and learning program has gone virtual. This free program is open to preschool through grade 12 participants in the City of Bethlehem, Fountain Hill, Bethlehem Township, and Hanover Township (Northampton Co.) Read, complete challenges, and record your progress for small prizes and […]
We’ve gotten some email love notes and even some actual love notes on the books being returned. Keep them coming. We miss you too and love seeing your notes! ???
PLEASE NOTE THE UPDATED TIME FOR THIS EVENT, 10-2 “When are you having the next book sale?” is probably the most-asked question we’ve been asked by all you lovely people stopping by to return books. We hear you. We miss the book sale too! But packing everyone into the book sale room isn’t doable any […]
Please note that the Bethlehem Area Public Library’s June board meeting will be held online on Monday June 8, 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 […]
All library items have been renewed with a due date of July 1. This is updating a previous announcement which stated that today (May 27) was the due date. No items are due today! We apologize for any confusion or inconvenience. Stay home and stay safe and we’ll see you soon.
Follow the link below for a “very special episode” the BAPL podsmen have prepared for you. This Week in 1920s Baseball is now available on iTunes and Spotify as well. Go check it out for all your antiquarian baseball needs. This Week in 1920s Baseball: Episode Seven “Game Recap May 17, 1920”