BAPL is pleased to offer LinkedIn Learning as a new resource, available for free with your library card. This online platform provides access to a wide range of expert-led courses designed to help you develop skills for work, school, or personal growth. Why Use LinkedIn Learning? Whether you’re looking to advance in your career, learn […]
Honoring Our Veterans: Stars in the Service Digital Collection Launched In celebration of Veteran’s Day, the Bethlehem Area Public Library is delighted to announce the digitization of Stars in the Service, a cherished WWII-era magazine spotlighting the stories and sacrifices of local servicemen and women. This collection, preserved from 1942–1945, captures the community’s unity and […]
We are excited to announce the digitization of two local newspapers, The Bethlehem Star and the Bethlehem Press, now available for the community to explore and enjoy! The Bethlehem Star Archive The Bethlehem Star, a bold and engaging weekly newspaper, first hit the streets in December 1993. Known for addressing hot-button issues with no hesitation, […]
Adventure was calling at your library this summer, and scores of people accepted the challenge! This summer’s Bethlehem Area Public Library Adult Summer Reading Challenge encouraged over 240 participants to explore their choice of books and provided incentive to learn about library resources. Participants could find new recipes in the A to Z World Food […]
Exciting Local History News from BAPL! We are thrilled to announce the digitization of two significant local history collections, now available on our website. This achievement is the result of the hard work and dedication of our staff, interns, and volunteers. Photograph and Print Collection Our extensive Photograph and Print Collection, which includes photographs, stereographs, […]
Summer Reading was challenging at the Bethlehem Area Public Library – in a fun way! Hundreds of readers picked up “challenge charts” for adults. Throughout the summer they earned raffle tickets for our Summer Reading gift baskets. The challenges were fun and easy. Some people learned new skills from library books, such as kayaking, cooking […]
BAPL serves a wide and diverse area. Many don’t know that the library doesn’t just house historical records of the City of Bethlehem–the library also has a great array of resources, including those from Hanover Township. And we figured what better way to highlight some of these artifacts than a historical summary of the township […]
We are continuing to celebrate this year’s Summer Reading theme, All Together Now (“Todos Juntos Ahora”) by coming together for interesting and engaging programs! In July, patrons of all ages were invited to create a paper “quilt square” for a colorful community display. Some used traditional quilt designs, while others brought their unique ideas to […]
Do you like a challenge? Is there a book you have been meaning to read? Do you like to win prizes? What if you could do all of these things at once? Sure, you might say, the library has a Summer Reading program for kids, but what can adults do? Good news! BAPL doesn’t limit […]
BAPL serves a wide and diverse area. Many don’t know that the library doesn’t just house historical records of the City of Bethlehem–the library also has a great array of resources, including those from the Borough of Fountain Hill. And we figured what better way to highlight some of these artifacts than a short historical […]
March is Women’s History Month, a time to recognize the impact that women of the past have on our lives today. The leaders of the Women’s Suffrage movement brought change to all levels of the American democratic process when they won women the right to vote and hold elected offices. It has only been a […]
New to the Lehigh Valley or just looking for a fun way to spend a day with friends and family? Look no further! We’ve got fun and local museums and cultural institutions that are coming out to the library to meet with you! On Saturday April 8th from 12-2PM come to the Main Library at […]
We’re going to have a TON of spooky treats and crafts for all ages! Come in costume for a good scare…if you dare! What vehicles will be there? A firetruck, police cars, ambulance, bookmobile, and a local Bethlehem Steel native–TUG! Chat with Bethlehem City employees including Mayor Reynolds! Stop in to engage with the local […]
This year’s summer reading theme is “Oceans of Possibilities,” and we are celebrating all of the things that the Bethlehem Area Public Library makes possible. In addition to “ocean-y” décor in our Frances L. Barnard Children’s Center and the joyful jellyfish decorating our stairwell, we have invited library users to contribute their thoughts to an […]
Check out our newest digital collection – the Marlene Spector Levine Postcard Collection! Here you will find over 800 postcards and photographs showing various Lehigh Valley sights and landmarks as they appeared in the past. The collection was donated to the library by Marlene Spector Levine, a former resident of Bethlehem. She carefully arranged postcards […]