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…
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
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…
Create With Christa: Fall Back Porch Crafts
Tuesdays once a Month: September 13, October 18, November 15 3:30-5:00 Preschool Age Drop in on Tuesdays for Back Porch Crafts with Christa. No registration required. More Information
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 …
Animal Embassy ‘Land To Sea’ Postponed
POSTPONED The Animal Embassy Event scheduled for Tuesday, July 26, unfortunately has been postponed and will be rescheduled in the Fall.
Book Buddies – Summer 2022
Monday-Tuesday-Wednesday July 11 – August 3 Ages 3 and older Need a buddy to read with? You can read with or be read to by a friendly Book Buddy. This program is similar to Reading Buddies at BVES 20 minute sessions Parents must stay in the Library with younger children Registration is required @bedfordfreelibrary.org. Register…
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 …
2022 Poetry Contest Winners
The winners of the 2022 Poetry Contest have been announced. Thank you to all the poets for your work and hope to hear from you again in 2023. 2022 Poetry Contest Winners Link to Winning Poems
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…
Network Outage
The Library is experiencing a system wide network outage. All Westchester Library System libraries are having the same difficulties. Services at the Library are limited, but we will be open regular hours. Thank you for your patience and understanding. Need a book? Check out our digital collection at Libby/OverDrive
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…
BRLA “Drive By” Donations Collection for Ukraine
Wednesday, March 30 9:30 am – 4:00 pm At Bedford Free Library The BRLA has partnered with a private citizen bringing donated items directly to Ukraine on a cargo plane this weekend. Please drop off your New items this Wednesday with BRLA volunteers in front of the Library. Accepted items include: Packaged medical Supplies, Suture…
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.…
Free at home COVID test kits
Westchester County has asked libraries to help distribute at home COVID test kits. Call the library at 234-3570 to reserve. Limit 2 kits (4 tests). While supply lasts. Library hours: M-F 10-6 Saturday 10-2 Sunday Closed
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…
Delayed Opening 1/5/2022
Due to icy conditions the Library will be opening at Noon today January 5, 2022. Please check the website before heading down as we will be assessing the conditions throughout the morning.
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
Shine Bright Bedford & Jingle Pass Weekend
Shine Bright Bedford and Tree Lighting Ceremony Friday, December 3rd Luminary Display from 6pm Tree Lighting at 7pm Celebrate the season with friends and neighbors on the Bedford Village Green. Jingle Pass Holiday Shopping Friday, December 3rd— Sunday, December 5th Shop local and support Bedford Village businesses. Special offers/Store hours vary by store. Caroling, Horses…