SUMMER READING 2025

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A word about ages

While our programs may appeal to all ages, be aware that some are most suited to certain age groups.

  • Kids programs:  kids going into kindergarten through 3rd grade
  • Older kids programs:  kids going into 4th grade and up

Summer Reading Kick-Off at the Colonial Theatre

Tuesday, June 24th 11am

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We're kicking off our Summer Reading Program with a one-man circus!   Fun for all ages!silver circus man balancing ladder

Andrew Silver will explore the concept of perseverance as he is faced with the daunting task of presenting a full circus show all by himself. The show touches on many important themes including, self confidence, overcoming obstacles, and dealing with failure. 

Featuring spectacular magic, juggling, physical comedy, and tons of audience participation, Andrew presents a one-of-a-kind exhibition of skill and comedy.

 

 


Trivia Night

Thursday, June 26th 6pm

Join us for a fun-filled night of connection and trivia.  This is a monthly program open to all ages.game wheel gif 

 

   


End-of-Life Program Series

Friday June 27th, 11:30 am at the Library

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A Collaboration between the Library and WREN

Emma Crews from Phaneuf Funeral Home will discuss green burials in New England.


Annual Book Sale

Begins Saturday, June 28th 9am-3pm

Continues Monday June 30th - Saturday, July 5th during regular library hours.  Closed July 4th.book sale cartoon

Hardcovers $1, Softcovers 50¢, Audiobooks and DVDs $1

 

 


Eco-Arts for Kids

Tuesday, July 1st 11am

solar paper artInspired by nature, we’ll have a scavenger hunt and use the items to create solar photos, craft natural instruments, and sculpt earth materials.

 

 


Pottery for Kids

Tuesday, July 8th 11am

person painting a plateFired on the Mountain will bring plates for each child to decorate. Then they’ll be fired in Lincoln, and brought back to the library at a later date.

Space is limited for this program.  Please come early to reserve a spot.

**For children entering Kindergarten - entering 3rd grade**

 

 

 


Virtual Reality for Older Kids

Thursday, July 10th 1:30pm

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Play with our virtual reality goggles, and explore art in a whole new way!


End-of-Life Program Series

Friday July 11th, 11:30 am at WREN

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A Collaboration between the Library and WREN

Josh Marshall from Wescott Law will review wills and estate planning.


Storyteller PLUS Book Giveaway

Tuesday, July 15th 11am

clif logoThanks to a CLiF Summer Readers grant, Vermont storyteller and illustrator, Natalie Kinsey-Warnock, will tell stories, read aloud from books, and share her love of words.  Every child who attends will pick two brand-new books to take home!

 

 


Books of Jewish Interest

Starts Wednesday, July 16th 4pm

A Collaboration between the Library and Bethlehem Hebrew Congregation.

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Readers Cafe book discussion

Thursday, July 17th 1:30pm AND Saturday, July 19th 9am

Let our librarians inspire you to read a variety of books - join our monthly book discussion!

This month's book is

The Fellowship of Puzzlemakers

By Samuel Burr

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An uplifting novel about the power of friendship and the puzzling ties that bind us

Clayton Stumper might be in his twenties, but he dresses like your grandpa and fusses like your aunt. Abandoned at birth on the steps of the Fellowship of Puzzlemakers, he was raised by a group of eccentric enigmatologists and now finds himself among the last survivors of a fading institution.

When the esteemed crossword compiler and main maternal presence in Clayton's life, Pippa Allsbrook, passes away, she bestows her final puzzle on him: a promise to reveal the mystery of his parentage and prepare him for life beyond the walls of the commune. So begins Clay's quest to uncover the secrets surrounding his birth, secrets that will change Clay--and the Fellowship--forever.


Simple Living: Simple Sewing

Friday, July 18th 11:30am

Keeping with our Summer Art theme, we'll learn about embroidery for mending and embelishing.visible mending examples

This is part of our ongoing monthly Simple Living program series.

 


Virtual Reality for Adults

Monday, July 21st 6pm

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Try our virtual reality goggles and tour famous art museums.


Messy Art for Kids

Tuesday, July 29th 11am

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Prepared to get messy, as we explore water colors, slime making, and creating an abstract painting on a giant canvas!


Zine Making for Older Kids

Thursday, July 24th 1:30pm

zine coversZines can be a small compilation of anything - a story, poetry, photos, and/or drawings - and are little, quick, and easy to do. A fun and accessible way to express yourself! Zoe Ghanooni from WREN will lead this program.

 

 


Summer Reading Finale in the Back Yard

Tuesday, July 29th 11am

Bethlehem's own Donna Devlin brings Theatre Under the Stars, the award-winning, family friendly theater company, to our back yard!  Perfect for ages 5 - 99!

Sugar-Coated Shakespeare!

Sugar-coated Shakespeare actors

A candy-coated laugh fest with the Bard! Hear songs, poems and other literary classics in a fast, funny, interactive celebration! Ice cream for everyone!

This program is sponsored by the Friends of Bethlehem Public Library.

After the performance, raffle prizes will be drawn for those who participated in Bingo.


Trivia Night

Thursday, July 31st 6pm

Join us for a fun-filled night of connection and trivia.  This is a monthly program open to all ages.game wheel gif

 

 


Bob Ross Paint Night

Wednesday, August 6th 6pm

Follow along with Bob and create something wonderful!  No Pressure!Bob Ross

For ages 16+

 

 


Drawing Connections for Older Kids and Adults

Thursday, August 7th 1pm

A multigenerational program. Kids and members of the WRENigades will be paired up to interview and draw each other. Portraits will then be hung for a gallery event later in August.

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