Thursday, December 5 at 7pm Join us for an evening book talk with author Scott Johnston: Scott Johnston’s CAMPUSLAND Register Here More Information Thursday, December 12 at 7pm Join us for an evening book talk with author Mary Beth Keane: Mary Beth Keane’s Ask Again, Yes Register Here More Information
Create With Christa: Elf Yourself
Thursday, December 12 3:30-4:30 Grades K-5 We will make a personalized ELF family and a holiday snowflake to take home. Bring pictures of anyone you want to include in your ELF family. Register Here More Information
Create With Christa: Native American Story Telling
Thursday, November 14 3:30-4:30 Grades 3-5 We will use paper bags and the Native American art of communication, Hieroglyphics, to make animal hide wall hangings. Register online or call the Library. Register Here More Information
Closed for Veterans Day
The Library will be closed on Monday, November 11 for Veterans Day. Don’t want to wait for a book to read? Check out OverDrive and download books to your device. Click Here for OverDrive Have a great weekend!
Fall Newsletter & Fall 2019 Most Anticipated Books
Did you receive the Library’s Fall Newsletter in the mail? The Newsletter is full of library events and information. Fall 2019 Newsletter Fall 2019 Most Anticipated Books
An Evening With Author Laura Schroff
This event has been postponed Thursday, November 7 7:00-8:00 Laura Schroff, a #1 New York Times and international bestselling author and keynote speaker, is a passionate and compelling voice on the power of small acts of kindness and mentorship. Laura has fully committed herself to advocating and inspiring others through her books, “An Invisible Thread,”…
Canasta for Beginners
Tuesdays, October 22,29 & November 5,12 10am-noon Must commit to all three sessions You will learn the basics of the game and continue learning through supervised games. Register Here More Information
Life Sketches-Writing Workshop
Fridays, 10:00-11:30 am October 4 – November 1 Life Sketches use life experiences as inspiration for short stories and personal essays in this five-week writing program. Channel your thoughts in a new direction by putting pen to paper (or fingers to keyboards!) as a positive outlet for self-expression. New and experienced writers will be inspired…
Community Read
The school district and the Bedford Teachers’ Association, in conjunction with the high school English Department, would like to invite you to participate in our Fox Read. You can participate by reading The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time. There will be opportunities to join community members in discussions led by BCSD faculty…
The Underground Railroad in Bedford
Thursday, May 23, 10:30 This presentation covers Moses Pierce and Esther Carpenter Pierce and their role in the underground railroad. One track of this secret network of homes ready to help fugitives flee slavery stopped in Bedford before finding freedom in Canada. Register Online More Information
Truck Day
Come to the Presbyterian Church lot and climb trucks & emergency vehicles and meet their operators. Free of charge no registration required. In case of inclement weather please check our website. More Information
Build With Legos
Mondays, 3:15 pm – 4:15 pm Grades K-4 5-week series on Mondays February 4, 11, 25 and March 4, 11 (Come to one or all) Bring your imagination and your camera, but not your Legos®, which will be supplied by the Library. Your creations can not be taken home. Click Here to Register More Information…
Bedford Babies Fall 2019
Tuesdays, 9:30-10:30 am October 22 – December 17 For babies 11 months or younger with a parent This is the perfect opportunity for new parents and their babies to: Meet other parents Have a cup of coffee and a snack without making it yourself Discuss Parenting concerns Feel safe and cared for away from the…
Baby Bounce & Rhyme and Musical Mother Goose Winter 2019
Registration begins Tuesday, January 2nd at 10:00 am. Register in the Children’s Room or call the Library. Baby Bounce & Rhyme: Wednesdays 9:30-10:00 Ages 4 – 11 months (with an adult) Musical Mother Goose: Wednesdays 10:15-11:00 Ages 12 – 30 months (with an adult) For session dates and more information, please click below: Baby Bounce…
Music of the Season
Tuesday, December 11, 4:00-5:00 Families and Children up to Age 7 Join Suzanne from Bedford Arts & Music! Enjoy seasonal songs! Great family event. Register Here More Information…
Create With Christa: Electric Pickle
Wednesday, November 14 3:30-4:30 Grades 3-5 Let’s celebrate National Pickle day by creating electricity and making our own pickles. Read more… Click here to register online or call the Library.
Genealogy Program
Saturday, October 20 3:00-5:00 Every family has a story. What’s yours? This workshop will guide you through the basics of genealogy research. Participants will learn how to document their own lineage and how to share that information with family and friends. The workshop is open to the public and is free. Space is limited! Click…
Bedford Babies
For babies 11 months or younger and their parents Tuesdays, October 9 – December 4 (No session 10/23) This 8 week program is the perfect opportunity for new parents and their babies to: Meet other parents Discuss parenting concerns Have a cup of coffee and a snack without having to make it yourself Feel safe…
Track Summer Reading with READSquared
Entering Grades K-5 We will be using READSquared again this summer. You will be able to use the same login information as last year, or register for a new account. We will also be offering a Preschool Reading Challenge. Call the Library for more information. Summer Reading for Children Grades K-5
Friends Ice Cream Social
Thursday, May 23rd @3:00pm All are welcome to come and enjoy this annual Spring Event hosted by the Friends of the Bedford Free Library. Make your own ice cream sundae and listen to the winners of the Poetry Contest read their poems. There will also be a M&M guessing contest. Event is held in Fellowship…
ADULT FICTION WRITING SPRING 2018
Author and writing teacher, Kim Kovach, offers more creative ways to explore character, point-of-view and dialogue in this five-week fiction writing program. New and experienced writers are invited to sharpen fiction writing skills and banish writer’s block through in-class writing and homework assignments. Fridays, 9:30-10:45. April 13, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Space is limited, call to register. flyer
Library is Closed
The Bedford Free Library will be closed on Friday, March 30th and Saturday, March 31st. Enjoy your weekend!
Library is Closed
The Bedford Free Library will be closed today,Wednesday, March 21st, due to inclement weather. Stay safe! You can download books, audiobooks, music and movies from our website. Click here to get started.
Closed Today
ClOSED DUE TO WEATHER, SATURDAY, MARCH 2 Due to the weather forecast, the Library will be closed today, Saturday, March 2. Stay safe and enjoy the snow! Remember you have access 24/7 to our digital materials. Relax by the fire and download an ebook, audiobook or movie. Click here to get started
Closing @5:00pm
Due to the weather, we are closing today, November 15th @ 5:00pm. Stay safe and drive carefully!
Library Will Be Closed
Thanksgiving Closings: Wednesday, November 21, Open 10AM to 1PM (Early Closing) Thursday, November 22, Closed Friday, November 23 and Saturday, November 24, Open Regular Hours Remember you can always download books to read or listen to using Overdrive. Sign into your account here.
Columbus Day
The Library will be closed Monday, October 8th. We will be open our regular Tuesday hours on October 9th. Have a safe holiday!
Labor Day Weekend
The Bedford Free Library will be closed on Saturday, September 2nd and Monday, September 4th. We will be open for our regular hours on Tuesday, September 5th. Enjoy your Labor Day!
What to Expect in Middle School
Fox Lane Middle School students will share their experiences, followed by a Q&A . Suggested topics are: classes, sports, arts, music, clubs, your first locker! Bring your questions and concerns. Meet students from other BCSD Elementary Schools Separate sessions for girls & for boys entering 6th Grade. Space is limited—sign up required What to Expect in Middle…
Winners of the 2018 Poetry Contest
Ages 6-9 First: Seasons Work Together by Scarlett Lucchese Second: Love is in You by Reese Plaford Third: Forest, Plains, Ocean and World by Harry Williams Ages 10-12 First: The Remnants of a Star by Jacob Elias Feldman Second: Kitchen by Leah Scharf Third: Powerfully “It” by Ceanna Hidalgo Ages 13-17 First: Swing Time by Warren Kennedy-Nolle Second: Pictures and Recipes by Ethan Karas Third: Change, or Thus the Lack Thereof by Sasha…
Silvia’s Spring Book Picks
Silvia’s is out with her list of some of the most anticipated books of the season. Click below to see her choices and place a hold. Silvia’s Spring Book Picks More Book Lists
New Book Group for Grade 3 Girls
Interested in joining a new book group? Call Shodie and register. This is for grade 3 girls, and the first meeting is Wednesday, May 4 at 3:30-4:30. The book is Doll People by Martin and copies are available at the library. Link to the flier.
Holiday Closings
The Library will be closed Friday, April 19 and Saturday, April 20. Have a safe and enjoyable holiday. Our online resources are available 24/7. Download a ebook, audiobook, movie or music. Click here for resources