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Illustration of a D&D Game

Teen RPG Club: Dungeons & Dragons (Ages 12-18)

Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Forest Community Room at Forest Library
Program Type:
Games, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Join us for an epic adventure in the realm of Dungeons & Dragons on the 2nd Saturday of each month. Players will face dangerous foes, use their wits to solve perilous chal...

Required
Library Branch: Forest Library
Room: Forest Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join us for an epic adventure in the realm of Dungeons & Dragons on the 2nd Saturday of each month.

AI illustration of two children playing chess.

Summer Chess Club

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Stewartsville Community Room at Stewartsville Library
Program Type:
Games, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Details:

Go on an adventure into the world of Chess! Join us as we learn how to play one of the world's most popular games.  Already know how to play?  Come and practice your s...

Required
Library Branch: Stewartsville Library
Room: Stewartsville Community Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Games, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Go on an adventure into the world of Chess!

AI Generated candy castle.

Adventures in Candy Land

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Bedford Room at Bedford Central Library
Program Type:
Games, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Family - All Ages
Event Details:

Come and play a lifesize version of the classic board game - Candy Land!  Follow the rainbow trail as you make your way to King Candy's Castle.  

Required
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Room
Age Group: Family - All Ages
Program Type: Games, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Come and play a lifesize version of the classic board game - Candy Land!  Follow the rainbow trail as you make your way to King Candy's Castle.  

Beanstalk fairy house.

Crafternoon: Jack and the Beanstalk/Fairytale Edition

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Montvale Community Room at Montvale Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Family - All Ages, Kids
Event Details:

Crafternoons are BACK this summer at the Montvale Library!  Each crafternoon event will feature a different project/theme.  Today's theme is Jack and the Beanstalk/Fairyt...

Required
Library Branch: Montvale Library
Room: Montvale Community Room
Age Group: Family - All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Crafternoons are BACK this summer at the Montvale Library!  Each crafternoon event will feature a different project/theme.  Today's theme is Jack and the Beanstalk/Fairytales.  Join us as we plant seedlings and make fairy/bug houses

AI Generated candy castle.

Adventures in Candy Land

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bedford Room at Bedford Central Library
Program Type:
Games, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Family - All Ages
Event Details:

Come and play a lifesize version of the classic board game - Candy Land!  Follow the rainbow trail as you make your way to King Candy's Castle.  

Required
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Room
Age Group: Family - All Ages
Program Type: Games, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Come and play a lifesize version of the classic board game - Candy Land!  Follow the rainbow trail as you make your way to King Candy's Castle.  

AI image of a young scientist holding a book in the jungle.

Talewise Presents Science Heroes: Adventure of the Lost Treasure

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Moneta Main Library Area at Moneta/SML Library
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Family - All Ages
Event Details:

Science and stories collide in this all-new, interactive STEM show presented by Talewise! Join us on a treasure-hunting adventure deep within the jungle!  Members of the au...

Required
Library Branch: Moneta/SML Library
Room: Moneta Main Library Area
Age Group: Family - All Ages
Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 75
Event Details:

Science and stories collide in this all-new, interactive STEM show presented by Talewise!

AI image of a young scientist holding a book in the jungle.

Talewise Presents Science Heroes: Adventure of the Lost Treasure

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Bedford Main Library Area at Bedford Central Library
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Family - All Ages
Event Details:

Science and stories collide in this all-new, interactive STEM show presented by Talewise! Join us on a treasure-hunting adventure deep within the jungle!  Members of the au...

Required
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Main Library Area
Age Group: Family - All Ages
Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 150
Event Details:

Science and stories collide in this all-new, interactive STEM show presented by Talewise!

AI Image of two children digging up fossils at the library.

Journey to the Past: Fossil Expedition!

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Forest Community Room at Forest Library
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Details:

Join us today for a STEM event to uncover the fossilized remains of prehistoric creatures.  All participants will be able to keep whatever they find. Children under 12 M...

Required
Library Branch: Forest Library
Room: Forest Community Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join us today for a STEM event to uncover the fossilized remains of prehistoric creatures. 

All participants will be able to keep whatever they find.

Children under 12 MUST be accompanied by an adult.

AI image of a young scientist holding a book in the jungle.

Talewise Presents Science Heroes: Adventure of the Lost Treasure

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Montvale Community Room at Montvale Library
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Family - All Ages
Event Details:

Science and stories collide in this all-new, interactive STEM show presented by Talewise! Join us on a treasure-hunting adventure deep within the jungle!  Members of the au...

Required
Library Branch: Montvale Library
Room: Montvale Community Room
Age Group: Family - All Ages
Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 70
Event Details:

Science and stories collide in this all-new, interactive STEM show presented by Talewise!

AI image of a young scientist holding a book in the jungle.

Talewise Presents Science Heroes: Adventure of the Lost Treasure

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Stewartsville Community Room at Stewartsville Library
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Family - All Ages
Event Details:

Science and stories collide in this all-new, interactive STEM show presented by Talewise! Join us on a treasure-hunting adventure deep within the jungle!  Members of the au...

Required
Library Branch: Stewartsville Library
Room: Stewartsville Community Room
Age Group: Family - All Ages
Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 48
Event Details:

Science and stories collide in this all-new, interactive STEM show presented by Talewise!

Crayon Batik fabric example overlaid on a peach/white and wood slat table background.

Make a Crayon Batik Block with the Lake Quilters Guild

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Moneta Community Room at Moneta/SML Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading, Workshop
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Come and explore the process of creating fabric batik blocks using crayons with the Lake Quilters Guild Members!  Batik is a wax-resist method of dying fabric that leaves...

Required
Library Branch: Moneta/SML Library
Room: Moneta Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading, Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Come and explore the process of creating fabric batik blocks using crayons with the Lake Quilters Guild Members!  Batik is a wax-resist method of dying fabric that leaves some areas undyed and creates patterns on the fabric.

Chess Pieces on Books

Chess Club

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Bedford Young Adult Room at Bedford Central Library
Program Type:
Games, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Details:

If you are a chess enthusiast or interested in learning more about the game please join us every Thursday evening from 6:30 to 7:30 PM (except holidays)! Open to all ages and skill...

Required
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Young Adult Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Games, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

If you are a chess enthusiast or interested in learning more about the game please join us every Thursday evening from 6:30 to 7:30 PM (except holidays)!

AI image of a young scientist holding a book in the jungle.

Talewise Presents Science Heroes: Adventure of the Lost Treasure

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Forest Community Room at Forest Library
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Family - All Ages
Event Details:

Science and stories collide in this all-new, interactive STEM show presented by Talewise! Join us on a treasure-hunting adventure deep within the jungle!  Members of the au...

Required
Library Branch: Forest Library
Room: Forest Community Room
Age Group: Family - All Ages
Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 75
Event Details:

Science and stories collide in this all-new, interactive STEM show presented by Talewise!

AI image of a young scientist holding a book in the jungle.

Talewise Presents Science Heroes: Adventure of the Lost Treasure

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Big Island Community Room at Big Island Library
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Family - All Ages
Event Details:

Science and stories collide in this all-new, interactive STEM show presented by Talewise! Join us on a treasure-hunting adventure deep within the jungle!  Members of the au...

Required
Library Branch: Big Island Library
Room: Big Island Community Room
Age Group: Family - All Ages
Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Science and stories collide in this all-new, interactive STEM show presented by Talewise!

AI illustration of two children playing chess.

Summer Chess Club

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Stewartsville Community Room at Stewartsville Library
Program Type:
Games, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Details:

Go on an adventure into the world of Chess! Join us as we learn how to play one of the world's most popular games.  Already know how to play?  Come and practice your s...

Required
Library Branch: Stewartsville Library
Room: Stewartsville Community Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Games, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Go on an adventure into the world of Chess!

Teen hands squishing a stress ball.

T(w)een Crafts Fidget Toy Edition

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Montvale Community Room at Montvale Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Teens and Tweens are invited to join us this summer for Adventures in Arts and Crafts!  Each month there will be a different project.  Participants are encouraged to brin...

Required
Library Branch: Montvale Library
Room: Montvale Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Teens and Tweens are invited to join us this summer for Adventures in Arts and Crafts!  Each month there will be a different project.  Participants are encouraged to bring in craft or art projects they are working on or would like to sho

AI illustration of a child walking through the forest with a fancy walking stick.

DIY Walking Sticks

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Stewartsville Outside at Stewartsville Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Details:

Children and teens are invited to design their own walking stick that is perfect for exploring! All materials (including sticks) will be provided. 

Required
Library Branch: Stewartsville Library
Room: Stewartsville Outside
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Children and teens are invited to design their own walking stick that is perfect for exploring!

All materials (including sticks) will be provided. 

Jack and the beanstalk illustration with a unicorn and a cropped photo of Steve Somers the performer.

Once Upon a Time Magic Show

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Moneta Main Library Area at Moneta/SML Library
Program Type:
Performances, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Family - All Ages
Event Details:

Using magic tricks, a silly puppet, drama, music, books, and a variety of stories performer Steve Somers will bring the world of classic fairytales to life!

Required
Library Branch: Moneta/SML Library
Room: Moneta Main Library Area
Age Group: Family - All Ages
Program Type: Performances, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 75
Event Details:

Using magic tricks, a silly puppet, drama, music, books, and a variety of stories performer Steve Somers will bring the world of classic fairytales to life!

Treasure Planet Movie Poster

Family Movie Day: Treasure Planet

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Forest Community Room at Forest Library
Program Type:
Movies, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Family - All Ages
Event Details:

COMING SOON TO A LIBRARY NEAR YOU! You're invited to go on an adventure through the stars...join us for a special Summer Reading movie presentation of Disney's Treasure Planet f...

Required
Library Branch: Forest Library
Room: Forest Community Room
Age Group: Family - All Ages
Program Type: Movies, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

COMING SOON TO A LIBRARY NEAR YOU!

Jack and the beanstalk illustration with a unicorn and a cropped photo of Steve Somers the performer.

Once Upon a Time Magic Show

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Bedford Main Library Area at Bedford Central Library
Program Type:
Performances, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Family - All Ages
Event Details:

Using magic tricks, a silly puppet, drama, music, books, and a variety of stories performer Steve Somers will bring the world of classic fairytales to life!

Required
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Main Library Area
Age Group: Family - All Ages
Program Type: Performances, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 150
Event Details:

Using magic tricks, a silly puppet, drama, music, books, and a variety of stories performer Steve Somers will bring the world of classic fairytales to life!

Woman in a defensive pose with the words defend yourself in silver lettering.

Women's Self Defense Seminar Presented By Warrior Success Academy

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Forest Community Room at Forest Library
Program Type:
Community Events, Health and Wellness, Summer Reading, Workshop
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Warrior Success Academy will be teaching basic fundamentals of self-defense including knowledge, combatives, defensive tactics, crime prevention, and dynamic responses to common st...

Required
Library Branch: Forest Library
Room: Forest Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Health and Wellness, Summer Reading, Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 27
Event Details:

Warrior Success Academy will be teaching basic fundamentals of self-defense including knowledge, combatives, defensive tactics, crime prevention, and dynamic responses to common street attacks. This is open for ladies ages 14 and up.

Chess Pieces on Books

Chess Club

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Bedford Young Adult Room at Bedford Central Library
Program Type:
Games, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Details:

If you are a chess enthusiast or interested in learning more about the game please join us every Thursday evening from 6:30 to 7:30 PM (except holidays)! Open to all ages and skill...

Required
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Young Adult Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Games, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

If you are a chess enthusiast or interested in learning more about the game please join us every Thursday evening from 6:30 to 7:30 PM (except holidays)!

Jack and the beanstalk illustration with a unicorn and a cropped photo of Steve Somers the performer.

Once Upon a Time Magic Show

Friday, June 21, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Montvale Community Room at Montvale Library
Program Type:
Performances, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Family - All Ages
Event Details:

Using magic tricks, a silly puppet, drama, music, books, and a variety of stories performer Steve Somers will bring the world of classic fairytales to life!

Required
Library Branch: Montvale Library
Room: Montvale Community Room
Age Group: Family - All Ages
Program Type: Performances, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 75
Event Details:

Using magic tricks, a silly puppet, drama, music, books, and a variety of stories performer Steve Somers will bring the world of classic fairytales to life!

Jack and the beanstalk illustration with a unicorn and a cropped photo of Steve Somers the performer.

Once Upon a Time Magic Show

Friday, June 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Stewartsville Community Room at Stewartsville Library
Program Type:
Performances, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Family - All Ages
Event Details:

Using magic tricks, a silly puppet, drama, music, books, and a variety of stories performer Steve Somers will bring the world of classic fairytales to life!

Required
Library Branch: Stewartsville Library
Room: Stewartsville Community Room
Age Group: Family - All Ages
Program Type: Performances, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Using magic tricks, a silly puppet, drama, music, books, and a variety of stories performer Steve Somers will bring the world of classic fairytales to life!