Wednesdays @ 1pm via Zoom September 14 October 12 November 9 December 14 The Women and Money series is back by popular demand! How to Make Sense of Today’s Financial Markets hosted by Julia Strayer, CPWA®, CIMA®, CRPC® and Liz Maccarone, CRPC® Register for September 14 Register for October 12 Register for November 9 Register…
Create With Christa: Who is Roald Dahl?
Thursday, September 29 3:15pm – 4:00pm Children’s Author and Craft Series Grades 3-5 Roald Dahl was born in September. We will celebrate by discussing Charlie and The Chocolate Factory. We will also do a STEM activity with chocolate! Registration is required. Please register online. Register Here More Information
Storytime at Rochambeau Farm
Saturday, September 10 and Sunday, October 30 Join Mrs. Crummy for a special Storytime at Rochambeau Farm rain or shine family event games, music & food no registration necessary Rochambeau Farm is located at: 214 W Patent Rd, Mt Kisco, NY 10549 rochambeaufarmny.com More Information
Intro to Pen and Ink
Thursdays 11-12:30pm October 6, 13, 20, 27 Adult Workshop Learn to use a crow quill pen, Micron pen and try writing with a feather. Various techniques will be demonstrated and taught. Supplies not included. Must commit to all 4 sessions no exceptions. Register Here More Information List of supplies Register here More information …
Baby Bounce & Rhyme and Musical Mother Goose Fall 2022
Baby Bounce & Rhyme: Wednesdays at 9:30am Ages 4-12 months accompanied by an adult Musical Mother Goose: Wednesdays at 10:15 am Ages 12-30 months accompanied by an adult Session 1: Sep 21, 28 & Oct 5, 19, 26 Session 2: Nov 2, 9, 16, 30 & Dec 7 With Angeline of Musical Munchkins As space…
Fox Read 2022-23 Book Discussion at Bedford Free Library
Wednesday, October 19 5:00pm The Bedford Teachers’ Association presents FOX READ. This year the Fox Read Committee has chosen to do THREE books for 2022-2023 community read. The Poet X by Elizabeth Acevedo Merci Suárez Changes Gears by Meg Medina Alma and How She Got Her Name by Juana Martinez-Neal Borrow your copies at any…
Closed Over Labor Day Weekend
The Library will be closed Saturday, September 3 – Monday, September 5 for Labor Day weekend. Have a safe and happy holiday! Can’t wait for a book? Check out selections on Libby/Overdrive and download to your device. Check Out Libby/Overdrive
YA Summer Reading Game
For kids entering 6th grade and older Game begins Thursday, June 16- Friday, August 19 Last day to log reading is Friday, August 19 FUN and EASY to do! Here’s How it works: 1. Read any book of your choice, 50 pages = 1 point 2. Log # of pages and write a quick review…
What to Expect in Middle School
Separate sessions for girls and boys entering 6th grade Girls: Tuesday, August 23 @5pm Boys: Wednesday, August 24 @5pm Getting the Most out of Middle School: A panel of 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…
Bedford Babies Fall 2022
For babies 11 months or younger and their parents Tuesdays at 10:00 am October 25, November 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, December 6 & 13 Meetings will be in the Library or on The Village Green – Bring a Blanket Mask is optional This 8 week program is the perfect opportunity for new parents and…
Tales on the Trails
Tuesday, August 16 10:30 am Family event for children ages 2 and older Bedford Free Library and the BRLA are partnering to bring you a short kid-friendly trail hike + storytime in the woods with Kelly Crummy. Registration is required @bedfordfreelibrary.org. Register Here More Information …
Oceans of Possibilities READsquared Summer Reading Game for K-5 & 6-12
For Kids entering K-5 This program ends on August 4th at noon. All logging must be done by then to be included in the final raffle. READsquared Registration Summer Programs Brochure For kids entering 6th Grade and older Summer Reading Game, 6/17 – 8/20 FUN and EASY to do! Here’s How it works: 1. Read…
Summer Kickoff Event: Pirate School!
Wednesday, June 15 Historical Hall 5:00 pm Family Event David Engel Entertainment presents: Pirate School! Sea Dreams Access your inner-pirate and set sail for an adventurous comedy-variety show for the whole family. Pirate costumes are encouraged by all Learn about READsquared, (Our online Summer reading game) Learn about and register for our summer programs Register…
Adult Book Bingo-Win a Kindle!
June 16 – September 1 Adult Book Bingo is back! Register for Adult Book Bingo 2022 Click here to print Bingo Board Adult Book Bingo 2022 Signup for our Adult Book Bingo! 1.Read a book in the categories on the board and mark your progress online. 2.Completing a horizontal, vertical or diagonal line, or each…
Truck Day 2022
Saturday, June 18 Event will be held at Bedford Village Elementary School All Ages Free to the public 10am – 1pm Truck Day is back! More Information
Stories, Songs and Surprises on the Village Green
Thursday, July 14 11:15-11:45 For Preschool Age with Caregiver This Week’s Theme: Under the Sea Join us for weekly Storytime with Mrs. Ramage. We plan to be outside on the Village Green and in the event of inclement weather check the website for updated details. More Information …
Ice Cream Social & Poetry Contest Awards
Wednesday, May 25 @3:00pm At Fellowship Hall at Bedford Presbyterian Church Parking in center of back lot All are welcome to come and enjoy this annual Spring Event hosted by the Bedford Free Library. Winners of the Poetry Contest will be announced at 3:30 pm. Make your own ice cream sundae M&M guessing contest Event…
Spring Newsletter & Annual Appeal Reminder
Did you receive the Library’s Spring Newsletter in the mail? The Newsletter is full of library events and information. Spring 2022 Newsletter Donate to the 2021-2022 Bedford Free Library Annual Appeal and thank you for your support! Donate Now
Canasta for Beginners
TUESDAYS, May 3, 10, 17, 24 10 am – 12 noon This four week course at the library gives an introductory overview of the rules and strategy to playing Canasta. This is for beginners! Space is limited, please register online. Must attend all four sessions, no exceptions! Register Here More Information …
16th Annual Poetry Contest for Children and Young Adults
For poets ages 6 to 18 Deadline: Saturday, April 30 April is National Poetry Month and it’s the sixteenth anniversary of the Library Poetry Contest. Join us in a celebration of poetry with a wonderful opportunity for children and young adults to showcase their unique talents and have fun with poetry. Poems will be judged…
Zoom Author Talk With Dr. Jeff Sebo
Thursday, March 10 7:30 – 8:30 pm In 2020, COVID-19, the Australia bushfires, and other global threats served as vivid reminders that human and nonhuman fates are increasingly linked. Human use of nonhuman animals contributes to pandemics, climate change, and other global threats, which, in turn, contribute to biodiversity loss, ecosystem collapse, and nonhuman suffering.…
High School Writing Contest 2022
Bedford Free Library 14th Annual High School Writing Contest For high school students who attend school or reside in the Bedford Central School District Deadline: Monday, March 7 @ 5PM All entries must be submitted by as .PDF via email to mmcmanus@wlsmail.org Awards Ceremony at Bedford Free Library Thursday, March 31th @3:30 CATEGORIES: FICTION A…
Downloading With Charlie
Thursdays, 3:30-5:30 Signup for a one on one session with Charlie and learn to download digital materials. Charlie will show you how to download an ebook or audiobook to your Kindle, iPad or iPhone or Android device. Please bring your device, library card and Apple and Amazon information. Register Here
Delayed opening Friday, 2/25
The library will open at noon today. Need a book? Check out our digital collection at Libby/OverDrive
Crafts for the Community
Grab & Go Craft Grades 5 and Older Still Available! Due February 7 We will be making Valentines crafts to donate to The Health Care Team Members at Northern Westchester Hospital. There will be 2 different Grab & Go Craft Kits for you to choose from: *Making beaded Valentine keychains *Decorating treat bags with Valentine…
Lego® Club With Timmy, Winter 2022
Mondays 3:15 – 4:00 February 7, 14, 28 & March 7, 14, 21 6 sessions-come to one or all Grades K – 5 *Program location will be on ZOOM or in the Library, depending on current CDC guidelines Timmy has been a Lego enthusiast for many years. He is an award winner from the Bedford…
Thanksgiving Closings
The Library will have the following schedule for the Thanksgiving Holiday: Wednesday, November 24, Open 10AM to 1PM (Early Closing) Thursday, November 25, Closed Friday, November 26 and Saturday, November 27, Open Regular Hours Can’t wait for a book? Check out selections on Overdrive/Libby and download to your device. Check Out Overdrive/Libby
Elf Yourself and Candy Houses
Elf Yourself: Thursday, December 2 Grab & Go Craft Grades K- 5 We will have pick up for supplies and directions for you to make a personalized ELF family, all you have to do is provide pictures of your family. Elf Yourself Registration More Information Candy Houses: Thursday, December 16 Grab & Go Craft One House Per…
Halloween Activities in our Area
Friday, October 29 5:30 pm-7:30 pm Bedford Village Chowder and Marching Club’s Bedford Blaze: C&M Bedford Blaze Information Sunday, October 31 4:30 pm Bedford Fire Department Halloween Parade: BFD Halloween Parade Information
Fall Newsletter
Did you receive the Library’s Fall Newsletter in the mail? The Newsletter is full of upcoming library events and information. Fall 2021 Newsletter
Special Storytime at Rochambeau Farm
Saturday October 23 10:30am Rochambeau Farm 214 W Patent Road, Mt Kisco Family Event Join Mrs. Crummy at the Rochambeau Farm’s Fall Festival. She will be doing a storytime in the barn. Free of charge, no registration is required. More Information
Trails and Tales with the Bedford Riding Lanes
Tuesday, October 19 1:30-2:30 Ages 4 and up Family Event Join us for a fall hike on the Bedford Riding Trails. A BRLA member will lead us on a short kid friendly hike and we will take a break and have storytime in the woods with Mrs, Crummy. Register here More Information …
Create With Christa: Elf Yourself
Thursday, December 2 Grab & Go Craft Grades K- 5 We will have pick up for supplies and directions for you to make a personalized ELF family, all you have to do is provide pictures of your family. Register Here More Information