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Infant Crisis Services' BabyMobile

Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Outside (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Birth-PreK

Do you need food, formula, or diapers?  The Infant Crisis Services' BabyMobile will be in the library parking lot 10am-2pm.  Stop by and receive a week's worth of diapers, and formula or food while supplies last.  Eligible a

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Outside (Bethany)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Do you need food, formula, or diapers?  The Infant Crisis Services' BabyMobile will be in the library parking lot 10am-2pm.  Stop by and receive a week's worth of diapers, and formula or food while supplies last.  Eligible a

¡Canta Conmigo!

Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Area (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids

¡Hola! 

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Children's Area (Bethany)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Description:

¡Hola! 

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program. 

Make & Paint: Cosplay Props

Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room B (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens

This is a two part program! Week 2: Paint

It's time to paint and customize your prop!

This program is for teens only, ages 12-17. Please contact the library for any questions you may have. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

This is a two part program! Week 2: Paint

It's time to paint and customize your prop!

This program is for teens only, ages 12-17. Please contact the library for any questions you may have. 

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Toddler Time

Thursday, October 9, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Children's Area (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK

Get ready to jump, clap, and sing at our interactive toddler storytime!

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Children's Area (Bethany)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Description:

Get ready to jump, clap, and sing at our interactive toddler storytime!

Children Reading to Dogs

Thursday, October 9, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Area (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Kids
Children Reading to Dogs:

Want to be a more confident reader? Build "pawsitive" self-esteem and improve your reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs at the library.

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Children's Area (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading

Want to be a more confident reader? Build "pawsitive" self-esteem and improve your reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs at the library.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Teen Art Club

Thursday, October 9, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room B (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens

Hang out at the library and make art. There will be new prompts and media to use each week. All supplies will be provided. 

This is a teen program open to ages 12-17.

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Hang out at the library and make art. There will be new prompts and media to use each week. All supplies will be provided. 

This is a teen program open to ages 12-17.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Children's Room Open Hours

Friday, October 10, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Area (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids
Playtime:

Sharing in playtime is an excellent way to help children build social skills, promote learning, and discover that the library is a destination for fun! Children will have the oppor...

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Children's Area (Bethany)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes

Sharing in playtime is an excellent way to help children build social skills, promote learning, and discover that the library is a destination for fun! Children will have the opportunity to practice skills such as: following directions, socializing with others, using language, and using small and large muscles. Come meet new friends, bond with your little one, and explore the many resources your neighborhood library has to offer!

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program. 

DIY Spooky Barbies

Saturday, October 11, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Create your own Spooky Barbie! Experience the strangely satisfying pastime of turning these dolls into creepy, undead monsters, vampires, or skeletons. Bring an old Barbie if you have one, or use one of ours. Wear clothes you can get messy in!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Create your own Spooky Barbie! Experience the strangely satisfying pastime of turning these dolls into creepy, undead monsters, vampires, or skeletons. Bring an old Barbie if you have one, or use one of ours. Wear clothes you can get messy in!

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program. 

It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit.

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Eeek!tober at Bethany Library

All Day 10/14 - 10/31
Onsite (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Film & Movies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM, Storytimes, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
All Ages

Eeek! Things are getting spooky fun around here.

Bethany Library is hosting Eek!tober. Join us all month for seasonal events for various ages. Please follow any link for more info.

 

Programs include:

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Film & Movies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM, Storytimes, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Eeek! Things are getting spooky fun around here.

Bethany Library is hosting Eek!tober. Join us all month for seasonal events for various ages. Please follow any link for more info.

 

Programs include:

Mythical Creatures Scavenger Hunt

All Day 10/14 - 10/31
Onsite (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Displays & Exhibits, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens

Join us for a Spooky fun scavenger hunt!

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Displays & Exhibits, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join us for a Spooky fun scavenger hunt!

Tuesdays Together

Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids
Toddler Storytime:

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading...

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading. Connect with others while enjoying stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and more!

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program. 

Craft & Chat!

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Bring your own project and materials and knit, crochet, or sew your way through the afternoon with members of the community who share your enthusiasm for crafts. All types of fiber arts welcome!

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Bring your own project and materials and knit, crochet, or sew your way through the afternoon with members of the community who share your enthusiasm for crafts. All types of fiber arts welcome!

¡Canta Conmigo!

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Area (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids

¡Hola! 

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Children's Area (Bethany)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Description:

¡Hola! 

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program. 

Minecraft Beads: Monstrous Mobs

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room B (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Come to the library and create your own spooky Minecraft mob! You will use beads to create your pixel design, and then use a heat press to fuse them together. 

This program is recommended for tweens & teens aged 10-17. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Come to the library and create your own spooky Minecraft mob! You will use beads to create your pixel design, and then use a heat press to fuse them together. 

This program is recommended for tweens & teens aged 10-17. 

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Horror book bundles!

10/16/2025 @ 9:00am to 10/22/2025 @ 5:00pm
Online + Curbside (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Adults

Sign up for a book bundle containing selected library books. Your books will be ready for pick up at Bethany Library starting October 16th. You must provide a valid library card. Books will be checked out to your account.

 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Sign up for a book bundle containing selected library books. Your books will be ready for pick up at Bethany Library starting October 16th. You must provide a valid library card. Books will be checked out to your account.

 

Disclaimer(s)

We can only guarantee one kit per registration.  Please register individually to ensure that kits are appropriately distributed.  Special notes should not be used for additional registrations.

Thank you for your help!

Toddler Time

Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Children's Area (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK

Get ready to jump, clap, and sing at our interactive toddler storytime!

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Children's Area (Bethany)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Description:

Get ready to jump, clap, and sing at our interactive toddler storytime!

BETHANY BOO BASH

Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Onsite (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, Outdoor Program
Age Group:
All Ages

Join us for a spooktacular celebration at the Bethany Boo Bash! Enjoy games, inflatables, food, face painting, community advocates, story walk, and more.

Presented in partnership with the Bethany YMCA.

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community & Civics, Cultural Experiences, Outdoor Program
Event Description:

Join us for a spooktacular celebration at the Bethany Boo Bash! Enjoy games, inflatables, food, face painting, community advocates, story walk, and more.

Presented in partnership with the Bethany YMCA.

Celebrating Dolly Parton: Coffee Filter Butterflies Take-Home Kit

All Day 10/20 - 10/26
Onsite (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids

Butterflies are Dolly Parton's symbol. Create your own beautiful, colorful butterflies using coffee filters and washable markers! 

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Butterflies are Dolly Parton's symbol. Create your own beautiful, colorful butterflies using coffee filters and washable markers! 

Disclaimer(s)

We can only guarantee one kit per household and per registration (if required).

Celebrating Dolly Parton: Construction Paper Trains Take-Home Kit

All Day 10/20 - 10/26
Onsite (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Birth-PreK

All aboard! Help your child build their own construction paper train while developing essential early learning skills supporting color and shape identification and fine motor skill development. 

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

All aboard! Help your child build their own construction paper train while developing essential early learning skills supporting color and shape identification and fine motor skill development. 

Disclaimer(s)

We can only guarantee one kit per household and per registration (if required).

Celebrating Dolly Parton: What Would Dolly Do Bracelet Take-Home Kit

All Day 10/20 - 10/26
Onsite (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Adults

Create your own inspiring bracelet that asks the important question: "What Would Dolly Do?" 

Using letter beads, you'll craft a special reminder to approach life with Dolly's kindness, generosity, and big heart. 

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Create your own inspiring bracelet that asks the important question: "What Would Dolly Do?" 

Using letter beads, you'll craft a special reminder to approach life with Dolly's kindness, generosity, and big heart. 

Disclaimer(s)

We can only guarantee one kit per household and per registration (if required).

Rocket Readers

Monday, October 20, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Reading Help
Age Group:
Kids

Boost your child's reading skills with Rocket Readers (ages 5-12)! This is an in-person event where your child practice reading and comprehension skills one-on-one with volunteers.

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Reading Help
Event Description:

Boost your child's reading skills with Rocket Readers (ages 5-12)! This is an in-person event where your child practice reading and comprehension skills one-on-one with volunteers.

Personal Finance Coach

Monday, October 20, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Conference Room (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Business & Finance
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Intimidated by investing? Unsure of how to achieve your financial goals? The Personal Finance Coach can help.

Meet informally with a financial advisor to learn strategies, tips, and tricks to achieve your financial goals.

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Conference Room (Bethany)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Business & Finance
Event Description:

Intimidated by investing? Unsure of how to achieve your financial goals? The Personal Finance Coach can help.

Meet informally with a financial advisor to learn strategies, tips, and tricks to achieve your financial goals.

Tuesdays Together

Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Age Group:
Birth-PreK, Kids
Toddler Storytime:

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading...

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading. Connect with others while enjoying stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and more!

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program.