A free Webinar for Parents of Elementary, Middle, and High School Students In a 30-minute highly dynamic, action-specific, and interactive seminar, parents are invited to learn best-practice, tools and strategies to support their student over the summer, so they can be ready for school this fall. When: Monday, June 15, 2020, 10:00 am -or- 4:00 pm How: You…
BCSD Car Parade
When: Tuesday, May 12 Click the below button for more details and the parade routes!BCSD Car Parade Info
State of New York Shelter in Place
Beginning Sunday March 22, all unessential business in the state are closed. Below is a link to a resource document from the town of Bedford. It has important links about what is open, the corona virus and other important information. Below is also a link to sign up for Supervisor Burdick’s newsletter. More details…
Library closed until further notice
As a precaution to help limit the spread of COVID-19, the Library will be temporarily closed until further notice: All late fees will be waived Please hold onto your materials and DO NOT place them in the drop box All Holds will be frozen in their current status (you will not lose your place) All…
Closed for Presidents’ Day
The Library will be closed on Monday, February 17 for Presidents’ Day. We will be open on Tuesday with normal hours. Don’t want to wait for a book to read? Check out OverDrive and download books to your device. Click Here for OverDrive Falls Most Anticipated Books Have a great holiday!
Knit In For A Cause
Wednesday, February 12 3:30-6:00 Hats for Paradise, CA (a community hard hit by wildfires) For anyone with knitting or crocheting experience. We will provide the yarn and basic pattern but not the needles. If you can’t attend and want to make a hat at home, you may come in and get yarn. Watch Video
Books With Bailey
Thursdays: February 27 & March 19 Tuesdays: March 10 & March 24 3:15-4:00 Sign up to read with Bailey, a 7 year old Golden Retriever and her owner Marcy. Sign up in the Library and parents must sign a permission slip. More Information
Build With Legos Winter 2020
Mondays, 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm Grades K-5 6-week series on Mondays January 27, February 3, 10, 24 and March 2, 9 (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. Register Here More Information …
Senior Advocate Saturdays
New Program! Stop by and meet Rosemary Vorel the Senior Advocate from the Town of Bedford. No appointment required. More Information
Closed for Upcoming Holidays
The Library will be closed for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, December 24 & 25, and New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, December 31 & January 1. Have a safe and happy holiday! Can’t wait for a book? Check out selections on Overdrive and download to your device. Check out Overdrive
“The Pleasures of Poetry” with Dr. DiYanni
Zoom Event Wednesday, May 27 5:00-6:00 Due to popular demand Dr. DiYanni has added another poetry session. Please join him via ZOOM to read and discuss the poetry of Walt Whitman. Register here and you will be sent Zoom code Poems for class
Upcoming Author Talk
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: Snowman Flurries
Thursday, January 16 3:30-4:30 Grades K-2 We will use a variety of supplies to make some very festive snowmen who won’t melt in your house! Register online or call the Library. Please alert us of any allergies. Register Here More Information
Create With Christa: Invisible Ink
Thursday, January 30 3:30-4:30 Grades 3-5 Using special ingredients, we will make invisible ink and have fun making secret messages. Register online or call the Library. Please alert of us any allergies. Register Here More Information
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
Fox Read: “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night” and Autism
Wednesday, October 16 5:00-6:00 With Special Education teacher Claire McDonnell. We will focus on the novel by asking: How does Christopher perceive the world? How his manner of thinking, communicating and/or use of language support or hinder his navigation of the world? We will also use the novel to discuss autism by asking: What is…
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,”…
Mahjong for Beginners
Mondays, October 21,28 & November 4 10:00-noon This this 3 week course gives an introductory overview of the rules and strategy to playing Mahjong. You will learn the basics of the game and continue learning through supervised games. At the end of the series you will feel confident enough to play with friends and organize…
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
Bedford Babies Summer 2020
Tuesdays 10:00-11:30 am June 2-July 21 For babies 11 months or younger with a parent This is the perfect opportunity for new parents and their babies to: Meet other parents Discuss Parenting concerns Safely connect via ZOOM Register Here More Information…
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…
Drop in Tech Help
Wednesdays, 3:30-5:00pm Come meet Charlie our new student volunteer. He can help you with any technology questions. Please bring your device and any questions you might have. No appointment needed. Free of charge.
Local Author Talk
Wednesday, May 15, 7:00pm Local author Fiona Davis will discuss her newest novel “The Masterpiece.” Register online More information
Create With Christa: Invisible Ink
Thursday, January 30 3:30-4:30 Grades 3-5 Using special ingredients, we will make invisible ink and have fun making secret messages. Register online or call the Library. Please alert of us any allergies. Register Here More Information
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