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      …

The Library will be closed on Monday, October 11 for Columbus Day.  We will be open on Tuesday with regular hours. Can’t wait for a book?  Check out selections on Overdrive and download to your device. Check Out Overdrive

Wednesday, August 18 – Girls Thursday, August 19 – Boys 5:00pm On the Village Green For rising Fox Lane 6th graders.  A panel of current and past Fox Lane students will discuss navigating the middle school. There are two sessions – one for girls and one for boys.  Bring a towel – wear a mask…

For kids entering 6th Grade and older Summer Reading Game, 6/17 – 8/20 Last day to log reading is Friday, August 20 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 At the…

Thursday, October 21 11:15-11:45 For Preschool age with Caregiver This Week’s Theme: Very Busy Spider Join us for weekly Storytime with Mrs. Crummy. We plan to be outside on the Village Green and in the event of inclement weather check the website for updated details. More Information      

October 5, 12 & November 2, 9, 16 For babies 11 months or younger and their parents On the Village Green This 5 week program is the perfect opportunity for new parents and their babies to: Discuss parenting concerns Meet other parents Adrian Kalikow is a Certified Parent Coach who will facilitate discussions on everything…

The Library will be closed on Friday, July 2 and Saturday, July 3. We will re-open on Monday, July 5 with regular hours 10 am – 6 pm. Need a book?  Check out our digital collection at OverDrive

Monday, August 2 4:00 pm – 4:45 pm Entering Kindergarten Fall 2021 On the Village Green Join us on the Village Green for stories and decorate your “Countdown to Kindergarten” flip calendar. Bring a Blanket- Wear a Mask- Social Distance Registration is necessary, please register online.  Register Here More Information  

Wednesday, June 16 Village Green 5:00 pm Family Event Come join us for this fun family event!  We will: Play Animal Bingo Learn about READsquared (Our online Summer reading game) Preview our summer programs Registration is required, please register online. Register Here More Information Summer Programs Brochure

Grades K- 5 via ZOOM 4-week Session: July 5, 12, 19, 26 Come to one or all Supply your own Legos® and we will ZOOM together. Learn, Create and Share! Registration is necessary,  please register online.  Register Here More Information Summer Programs Brochure  

The winners of the 2021 Poetry Contest have been announced.  Thank you to all the poets for your work and hope to hear from you again in 2022. 2021 Poetry Contest Winners

On the Village Green 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 Online Registration begins Tuesday, September 7 at 10:00 am Session 1: Oct 6, 13, 20, 27 & Nov 3 Session 2: Nov 10,…

Thursday, July 29 Grab & Go Craft Grades 3 – 5 We will supply materials and directions for you to make colorful sand art creations. Registration is necessary,  please register online.  Register Here More Information Summer Programs Brochure              

Thursday, May 20 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm We are thrilled to welcome Bedford native Carola Lovering to discuss her just published second novel, “Too Good to Be True.” Online registration required, you will be sent a Zoom code. Register Here More Information      

For poets ages 6 to 18 Deadline: Friday, April 30 Poems will be judged and prizes will be awarded in several age groups. Pick up an entry form at the Library or download from our website. Entry Form More Information    

Silvia is out with her latest list of the most anticipated books of the season. Click below to see what’s hot this spring and use the links to our catalog to place your orders or print the list. Silvia’s Hot List        

Bedford Free Library 13th Annual High School Writing Contest For high school students who attend school or reside in the Bedford Central School District Deadline: Wednesday, February 24th @ 5PM All entries must be submitted by email to mmcmanus@wlsmail.org Zoom Awards Ceremony Thursday, March 11th @3:30 CATEGORIES: FICTION A Creative piece limited only by your…

Grade 5 & up We will be making Valentines crafts to donate to The Health Care Team Members at Northern Westchester Hospital Register here More Information

Thursday, December 10 5:00 p.m. Bedford Village Green Family Event Come celebrate the first night of  Hanukkah with the lighting of the Menorah at the Bedford Village Green. Doughnuts, Dreidels, and Latkes in To Go boxes.  

Friday, December 11 At Dusk on Village Green Family Event Holiday light display on the Village Green! The Bedford Village Business Association & Friends invite you to come together in spirit to celebrate the holidays and our community. Bags will be available for pick up at local businesses and the Library beginning Friday, December 4th.…

Tree Lighting Friday, December 4th @ 7pm Gather on the Village Green and count down to the tree lighting. Please wear a mask and Socially distance. Jingle Pass Holiday Shopping Friday, December 4th — Sunday, December 6th The shops of Bedford Village would like you to shop locally this holiday season. Participating merchants will be offering…

The Library will have the following schedule for the Thanksgiving Holiday: Wednesday, November 25, Open 10AM to 1PM (Early Closing) Thursday, November 26,  Closed Friday, November 27 and Saturday, November 28, Open Regular Hours Remember you can always download books to read or listen to using Overdrive/Libby. Sign into your account here.