Closed Feb 22, 2026
All BAPL locations will be closed February 22 due to the winter storm.
February 22, 2026
January 17, 2026
December 26, 2025
December 26, 2025
2pm closure on 12/26/25
BAPL is closing at 2pm today due to the dreaded wintry mix that is on its way. Stay safe and warm.
December 10, 2025
Closing early Dec 10
BAPL is closing at 4:30pm today, December 10, 2025, due to the snowy weather. Stay safe out there.
December 2, 2025
Closed for Snow
All BAPL locations are closed today, December 2, 2025 due to the weather.
August 29, 2025
Notice of Library Closure – Saturday, September 6
The Bethlehem Area Public Library will be closed on Saturday, September 6 due to the World Heritage Community Celebration taking place in downtown Bethlehem. The event will include extensive street closures and related activities, which will make access to the library unavailable for the day. The World Heritage Community Celebration takes place right outside the […]
August 4, 2025
Musikfest 2025 Schedule for BAPL
Please note that we have reduced hours (no evenings or Saturdays) during Musikfest. See the full calendar at the link here. Happy Festing!
February 5, 2025
All BAPL locations closed Feb 6
All BAPL locations are closed Thursday, February 6 due to the severe winter weather in the forecast.
December 9, 2024
South Side Branch Closed Today – 12/9/24
The South Side Branch of BAPL is closed for today, December 9, 2024. We hope to be back to our normal schedule tomorrow and we apologize for the inconvenience.
December 5, 2024
Bookmobile Cancelled Today – 12/5/24
BAPL bookmobile service is cancelled for today – 12/5/24. See you next week.
November 5, 2024
Update on South Side Branch Hours!
Update on South Side Branch Hours! We have some exciting news about the South Side Branch of the Bethlehem Area Public Library! While we are currently still operating on reduced hours, we’re getting closer to our full schedule. Here’s the update: This week (November 4th-7th), South Side will be open 2-6 p.m., Monday through Thursday, […]
October 7, 2024
South Side Branch Closed until October 28
Hello, BAPL Patrons! We want to keep you updated on the status of our South Side Branch. Unfortunately, the branch will remain closed until Monday, October 28. We’re working hard to resolve the issues, and we’ve got our fingers crossed that everything will be sorted by then. Thank you for your patience and understanding. We […]
September 30, 2024
The Bethlehem Area Public Library South Side Branch is CLOSED this week: Sep 30-Oct 5
The Bethlehem Area Public Library South Side Branch is CLOSED this week: Sep 30-Oct 5
September 9, 2024
South Side Branch upcoming closures
Please note that the South Side Branch of BAPL will be closed through Saturday, 9/21/2024. We apologize for the inconvenience and hope you visit our other locations during this time.