Bethlehem Library Notes for Wednesday, February 2, 2022
— Photo from Onnesha Roychoudhuri/Melville House Books
Onnesha Roychoudhuri will be joining Bethlehem Public Library for a virtual Q and A and discussion of her book “The Marginalized Majority: Claiming Our Power in a Post-Truth America” on Monday, Feb. 7, at 7 p.m.
Our every-other-month Check ’Em Out book-discussion group is bringing in noted author Onnesha Roychoudhuri for a virtual Q and A and discussion of her book “The Marginalized Majority: Claiming Our Power in a Post-Truth America” on Monday, Feb. 7, at 7 p.m.
Roychoudhuri is a writer, speaker, and educator with over 15 years of experience working at the intersection of storytelling and social justice. “The Marginalized Majority” was named one of the best books of 2018 by Kirkus Reviews. She regularly leads writing and storytelling workshops and her writing has appeared in publications such as Rolling Stone, The Boston Review, McSweeney’s, The Rumpus, The Nation, Salon, and Mother Jones.
In “The Marginalized Majority,” Roychoudhuri argues against the notion that, if progressives want to reclaim power, they need to reach across the aisle and look past identity politics. Instead, she makes the case that progressive voices are already the majority — and that a plurality of identities is not only their greatest strength, but is also at the indisputable core of successful progressive change throughout history.
To sign up, visit our online calendar at bethlehem.librarycalendar.com and click on the date of the event. You can borrow a copy of the book from the library or download the audiobook on Hoopla with no wait:www.hoopladigital.com/title/12151550.
Need tax forms?
We’ve got ’em!
Tax season has begun, and we know that for many people, the library is their go-to for forms and information. The library has federal tax forms available now and state forms are coming soon. Did you know we can also print copies of any tax form for you at the Information Desk?
Homeschool
library skills
A library is every student’s best friend. We’ve got research materials to help with assignments, as well as books and additional reading to enhance studies. On Friday, Feb. 11, at 10:30 a.m., we’re holding a Homeschool Library Skills program just for students in grades 6-12 who are homeschooling. Join us for an overview of using the library’s card catalog and databases and get some hands-on experience. To sign up, visit our online calendar at bethlehem.librarycalendar.com and click on the date of the event. Workforce resources
Looking to make a career change or kick your job search into high gear in 2022? Curious about your chances of being hired with the skills and experience you have today? Our librarians have compiled a list of workforce development resources that can help steer you in the right direction. Find it at www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org/workforce-development-resources.
Do you know your employability score? Visit our workforce development resources page and scroll down to JobZone to find out. Start by taking the “What’s my employability score?” survey and then explore the website for ways to help you improve your score and get that job.
Kindness – pass it on!
Be sure to follow us on social media to share all the ways acts of kindness have made a difference in your life. What are your favorite quotes about kindness? Share them by tagging us at #BPLKindness.