Warm up at the library this week with two tea-themed programs.
On Friday, Jan. 12, children up to age 6 and their caregivers are encouraged to dress in their finest dino duds and grab a gracious Cretaceous friend to enjoy stories, a craft, cookies and tea at our Tea Rex Party, based on the popular children’s book by Molly Idle. Teatime is at 10 a.m. Register online at www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org or call (518) 439-9314.
Adults can embark on a global tea adventure Sunday, Jan. 14, with the “Wonderful World of Tea: Japan,” featuring Matt Zacharewicz of Short and Stout Tea Co. Matt will discuss the history and health benefits of tea, along with brewing tips and a presentation about Japanese tea country. Sunday’s teatime is 2-3 p.m. Samples will be provided. This program also requires registration. Sign up online at www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org or call (518) 439-9314.
MLK Day at BPL
When school’s out, the library kicks into high gear with special programming to keep young minds entertained. SpendMonday, Jan. 15, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, with us and enjoy the following activities:
Storytime
Super Stinky Storytime: Enjoy a stinky tale or two, test your sense of smell and create some fake poop to take home, 10 a.m. For children ages 3 and up with caregiver.
STEM Challenge
Spaghetti and Marshmallow Towers: Work in teams to see how tall you can build a tower using only spaghetti and marshmallows, 2:30-3:15 p.m. For grades K-5. Sign up online or call.
Meet the Ozobot Evo: Stop by the Children’s Place to check out the newest Ozobot — the Evo. The Evo has a social personality and sensors to react to changes in its environment, 6:30-7:30 p.m. For grades K-12
Check mates
Do you know a kid who loves to play chess or wants to learn how? Tell them to sign up for one of our Chess Club sessions in January and February. At Chess Club, teen volunteers play chess with school-age children of all experience levels. Upcoming Chess Clubs will be held Jan. 23, Feb. 6 and Feb. 20, with sessions at 5:30 and 6:30 p.m. Sign up for one timeslot per night at www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org.
Ready to research
We are pleased to announce the addition of Scholastic Go! to our research and database resources. Anyone can access it inside the library, and Bethlehem cardholders will also be able to log in offsite. Students can search a collection of more than 115,000 articles, newspapers, videos, atlases and more in one go. The information will come back intuitively organized and easy to cite for all your research needs.
Start your next research assignment with Scholastic Go! Access the link on the BPL Research webpage at www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org/webapps/research.asp.
— Kristen Roberts
