Bethlehem Library Notes for Tuesday, June 29, 2021

Meet us at the park. What’s more fun than an evening of silly antics, magic, or music? Watching it all live and in-person with your family and friends!

Let’s get together in the park this summer for live entertainment featuring some of your favorite performers. The library has teamed up with Bethlehem Town Parks and Recreation to offer Thursdays in the Park, a family-friendly series every Thursday at 7 p.m. from July 1 to Aug. 5 at Elm Avenue Park in Bethlehem.

Our first performer in the series needs little introduction. Jester Jim, who will be kicking things off July 1, is no stranger to our library community. His zany sense of humor and mad juggling skills have made him an audience favorite. Last summer, he even brought the house down over Zoom — no easy feat when audience interaction is a big part of the show. This summer, he’s back and in person, and you won’t want to miss it! This is not your ordinary juggling show. With a trunk full of props and a looping machine, Jester Jim delivers mesmerizing entertainment for all ages. 

Thursdays at the Park Summer 2021:

July 1: Jester Jim;

July 8: Andy the Music Man;

July 15: Heard: World Jazz;

July 22: Image Quilt Dance Theater;

July 29: Ratboy Jr.; and

August 5: Magician Ron Cain. 

Shows are co-sponsored by the Friends of Bethlehem Public Library, with space available on a first-come basis. Visit bethlehem.librarycalendar.com for additional details. 

Summer Reading 

Registration for the 2021 Summer Reading Challenge has begun and is open to all ages. Once you sign up, you can track your progress through challenge cards for a chance to earn some great prizes. Sign up here: bethlehempubliclibrary.org/summer-reading-2021. 

Need some summer reading inspiration? We can help! Our staff can assemble a custom Media or Book Bundle just for you to take to the beach or on that upcoming road trip. Just fill out the form on our website so we can learn a little about your reading preferences. Once you’ve heard back from us that your bundle is ready, stop by to pick it up, or drive by for curbside service. Request your bundle here: bethlehempubliclibrary.org/book-bundle-request. 

Live music 

Our Evenings on the Green summer music series is generously sponsored by the Friends of Bethlehem Public Library; the shows are appropriate for all ages. This year, they will take place every Tuesday at 7 p.m. through July 27. In the event of inclement weather, concerts will take place the following day.

Coming up: 

— July 6: Nisky Dixie Cats, a seven-piece ensemble performing Dixieland-style jazz; 

— July 13: The Pent-Up Jazz Project, playing jazz standards; 

— July 20: Roxy and The Road Kings, performing classic hits from the 1960s, ’70s and ’80s; and 

— July 27: Blind Crow, a progressive bluegrass string quartet. 

Fines reminder 

Don’t forget: Beginning July 1, we will once again start charging fines for late items. For information about library fines and loan periods, visit www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org/borrow/loan-periods-and-fines.