Name: STEAM Library Makers with Amazement Square
Start: 2025-05-15T10:30:00-04:00
End: 2025-05-15T11:15:00-04:00
Location: Bedford Central Library

STEAM Library Makers with Amazement Square

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am

Bedford Room at Bedford Central Library

Program Type:

STEM/STEAM

Age Group:

Preschool

Event Details:

Amazement Square and the Bedford Central Library are teaming together again this year to present a series of STEAM programs for children ages 3 to 5. Each month there will...

Required

Library Branch: Bedford Central Library

Room: Bedford Room

Age Group: Preschool

Program Type: STEM/STEAM

Required

Seats Remaining: 20

Event Details:

Amazement Square and the Bedford Central Library are teaming together again this year to present a series of STEAM programs for children ages 3 to 5.

Rock-A-Bye Reader

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am

Montvale Story Time Room at Montvale Library

Program Type:

Story Times

Age Group:

Preschool

Rock-A-Bye Reader:

Rock-A-Bye Reader is a lap-sit program for infants and toddlers ages 0-36 months. Come join us for rhymes, music, movement, stories, free play, and parenting resources. ...

Required

Library Branch: Montvale Library

Room: Montvale Story Time Room

Age Group: Preschool

Program Type: Story Times

Required

Seats Remaining: 15

Rock-A-Bye Reader

Rock-A-Bye Reader is a lap-sit program for infants and toddlers ages 0-36 months. Come join us for rhymes, music, movement, stories, free play, and parenting resources.

Confessions of a Colorholic

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Montvale Community Room at Montvale Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

Confessions of a Colorholic:

Open to anyone who enjoys coloring for relaxation or creative expression! Join us every Thursday afternoon from 2 to 4 PM at the Montvale Library. The library provides ...

Library Branch: Montvale Library

Room: Montvale Community Room

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Confessions of a Colorholic

Open to anyone who enjoys coloring for relaxation or creative expression! Join us every Thursday afternoon from 2 to 4 PM at the Montvale Library. The library provides coloring sheets as well as markers, coloring pencils and pens but you are welcome to bring your own.

Sunflowers and blackberries along a fence AI illustration

STEAM Club: Garden Day Spring Edition

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Big Island Outside at Big Island Library

Program Type:

STEM/STEAM

Age Group:

Kids

Event Details:

Garden day returns….. springtime edition! The kids will help us transplant everything, water everything in, and then plant sunflowers along the back fence. We might even have a bla...

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Library Branch: Big Island Library

Room: Big Island Outside

Age Group: Kids

Program Type: STEM/STEAM

Required

Seats Remaining: 20

Event Details:

Garden day returns….. springtime edition! The kids will help us transplant everything, water everything in, and then plant sunflowers along the back fence. We might even have a blackberry bush we can plant in the corner!

Teen Art Night

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Bedford Room at Bedford Central Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Teens

Event Details:

Teens age 12 and up are invited to join us on the 3rd Thursday of every month (except for June and July) for Teen Art Night. Each month we will have a different theme/project....

Required

Library Branch: Bedford Central Library

Room: Bedford Room

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Required

Seats Remaining: 12

Event Details:

Teens age 12 and up are invited to join us on the 3rd Thursday of every month (except for June and July) for Teen Art Night.

Chess Club

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Bedford Young Adult Room at Bedford Central Library

Program Type:

Games

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

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)!

Line drawing of a person standing in a tai chi pose in front of a ying yang symbol.

Tai Chi at the Library

Friday, May 16, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am

Bedford Room at Bedford Central Library

Program Type:

Health and Wellness

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

Tai Chi:

Join certified instructor Scott Larsen every week for a free class in the gentle, meditative martial art known as Tai Chi. Practiced throughout the world for its numerous hea...

Library Branch: Bedford Central Library

Room: Bedford Room

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Health and Wellness

Tai Chi

Join certified instructor Scott Larsen every week for a free class in the gentle, meditative martial art known as Tai Chi. Practiced throughout the world for its numerous health benefits, many of Tai Chi's slow movements and deep breathing techniques are easy to learn and suitable for people of all ages and abilities.*

*No equipment is necessary, but please wear lightweight, comfortable shoes and loose-fitting clothing that doesn't restrict your range of motion. Though Tai Chi is a safe, low-impact form of exercise, it is always recommended that you consult your doctor before beginning any new fitness program-especially if you have any limiting physical or medical conditions (such as joint problems, back pain, diabetes, heart disease, circulation issues, etc.) or are taking any medications that can make you dizzy or lightheaded.
First-time attendees may be asked to sign a waiver.

Note: This class may be held in different spaces in the library (or outdoors) depending on the week and what space is available. Please check in with a librarian at the desk if you are unsure of where to go.

Friends Board Game Cafe

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Bedford Room at Bedford Central Library

Program Type:

Games

Age Group:

Kids, Teens, Adults

Event Details:

FUN & GAMES!! The Friends of the Bedford Public Library invite you to join us on the 3rd Saturday of each month for a fun afternoon playing board and tabletop games. &n...

Required

Library Branch: Bedford Central Library

Room: Bedford Room

Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults

Program Type: Games

Required

Seats Remaining: 30

Event Details:

FUN & GAMES!!

The Friends of the Bedford Public Library invite you to join us on the 3rd Saturday of each month for a fun afternoon playing board and tabletop games.

Rock-A-Bye Reader (0-21 Months)

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:15am

Forest Community Room at Forest Library

Program Type:

Story Times

Age Group:

Preschool

Event Details:

Rock-A-Bye Reader is a lap-sit program for babies ages 0-21 months old. Come join us for rhymes, music, movement, stories, free play, and parenting resources.

Required

Library Branch: Forest Library

Room: Forest Community Room

Age Group: Preschool

Program Type: Story Times

Required

Seats Remaining: 25

Event Details:

Rock-A-Bye Reader is a lap-sit program for babies ages 0-21 months old. Come join us for rhymes, music, movement, stories, free play, and parenting resources.

Rock-A-Bye Reader

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am

Stewartsville Community Room at Stewartsville Library

Program Type:

Story Times

Age Group:

Preschool

Rock-A-Bye Reader:

Rock-A-Bye Reader is a lap-sit program for infants and toddlers ages 0-36 months. Come join us for rhymes, music, movement, stories, free play, and parenting resources. ...

Required

Library Branch: Stewartsville Library

Room: Stewartsville Community Room

Age Group: Preschool

Program Type: Story Times

Required

Seats Remaining: 15

Rock-A-Bye Reader

Rock-A-Bye Reader is a lap-sit program for infants and toddlers ages 0-36 months. Come join us for rhymes, music, movement, stories, free play, and parenting resources.

Rock-A-Bye Reader (21 Months - 3 Years Old)

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 11:15am - 12:15pm

Forest Community Room at Forest Library

Program Type:

Story Times

Age Group:

Preschool

Event Details:

Rock-A-Bye Reader is a lap-sit program for babies ages 0-21 months old. Come join us for rhymes, music, movement, stories, free play, and parenting resources.

Required

Library Branch: Forest Library

Room: Forest Community Room

Age Group: Preschool

Program Type: Story Times

Required

Seats Remaining: 25

Event Details:

Rock-A-Bye Reader is a lap-sit program for babies ages 0-21 months old. Come join us for rhymes, music, movement, stories, free play, and parenting resources.

Mr. Penumbra’s 24-Hour Bookstore by Robin Sloan

Adult Book Club

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 10:30am - 1:00pm

Big Island Community Room at Big Island Library

Program Type:

Book Clubs

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

Join us at the Big Island Library to read the book of the month and share insights and stories. The book club is held on the 3rd Tuesday of every month. This month's sel...

Library Branch: Big Island Library

Room: Big Island Community Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Clubs

Event Details:

Join us at the Big Island Library to read the book of the month and share insights and stories. The book club is held on the 3rd Tuesday of every month.

Stitchin' Chicks

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Montvale Community Room at Montvale Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

Event Details:

Join us every Tuesday at 2:00 PM (except holidays), bring your projects, and knit or crochet with us! New members are always welcome, and no experience is necessary. Come learn ...

Library Branch: Montvale Library

Room: Montvale Community Room

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Event Details:

Join us every Tuesday at 2:00 PM (except holidays), bring your projects, and knit or crochet with us!

New members are always welcome, and no experience is necessary. Come learn with us!

Rock-A-Bye Reader

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am

Bedford Room at Bedford Central Library

Program Type:

Story Times

Age Group:

Preschool

Rock-A-Bye Reader:

Rock-A-Bye Reader is a lap-sit program for infants and toddlers ages 0-36 months. Come join us for rhymes, music, movement, stories, free play, and parenting resources. ...

Required

Library Branch: Bedford Central Library

Room: Bedford Room

Age Group: Preschool

Program Type: Story Times

Required

Seats Remaining: 30

Rock-A-Bye Reader

Rock-A-Bye Reader is a lap-sit program for infants and toddlers ages 0-36 months. Come join us for rhymes, music, movement, stories, free play, and parenting resources.

Rock-A-Bye Reader

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am

Moneta Community Room at Moneta/SML Library

Program Type:

Story Times

Age Group:

Preschool

Rock-A-Bye Reader:

Rock-A-Bye Reader is a lap-sit program for infants and toddlers ages 0-36 months. Come join us for rhymes, music, movement, stories, free play, and parenting resources. ...

Required

Library Branch: Moneta/SML Library

Room: Moneta Community Room

Age Group: Preschool

Program Type: Story Times

Required

Seats Remaining: 8

Rock-A-Bye Reader

Rock-A-Bye Reader is a lap-sit program for infants and toddlers ages 0-36 months. Come join us for rhymes, music, movement, stories, free play, and parenting resources.

Rock-A-Bye Reader

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am

Montvale Story Time Room at Montvale Library

Program Type:

Story Times

Age Group:

Preschool

Rock-A-Bye Reader:

Rock-A-Bye Reader is a lap-sit program for infants and toddlers ages 0-36 months. Come join us for rhymes, music, movement, stories, free play, and parenting resources. ...

Required

Library Branch: Montvale Library

Room: Montvale Story Time Room

Age Group: Preschool

Program Type: Story Times

Required

Seats Remaining: 15

Rock-A-Bye Reader

Rock-A-Bye Reader is a lap-sit program for infants and toddlers ages 0-36 months. Come join us for rhymes, music, movement, stories, free play, and parenting resources.

Confessions of a Colorholic

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Montvale Community Room at Montvale Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

Confessions of a Colorholic:

Open to anyone who enjoys coloring for relaxation or creative expression! Join us every Thursday afternoon from 2 to 4 PM at the Montvale Library. The library provides ...

Library Branch: Montvale Library

Room: Montvale Community Room

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Confessions of a Colorholic

Open to anyone who enjoys coloring for relaxation or creative expression! Join us every Thursday afternoon from 2 to 4 PM at the Montvale Library. The library provides coloring sheets as well as markers, coloring pencils and pens but you are welcome to bring your own.

Building Club: Grocery Edition

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Big Island Movie Area at Big Island Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM

Age Group:

Kids

Event Details:

Join us at the Big Island Library for Building Club! Use our assortment of building materials including LEGO® bricks, wooden blocks, and K’nex connectors to construct what your ima...

Required

Library Branch: Big Island Library

Room: Big Island Movie Area

Age Group: Kids

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM

Required

Seats Remaining: 25

Event Details:

Join us at the Big Island Library for Building Club! Use our assortment of building materials including LEGO® bricks, wooden blocks, and K’nex connectors to construct what your imagination sees OR accept the challenge of the month.

Chess Club

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Bedford Young Adult Room at Bedford Central Library

Program Type:

Games

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

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)!

Tai Chi at the Library

Friday, May 23, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am

Bedford Room at Bedford Central Library

Program Type:

Health and Wellness

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

Tai Chi:

Join certified instructor Scott Larsen every week for a free class in the gentle, meditative martial art known as Tai Chi. Practiced throughout the world for its numerous hea...

Library Branch: Bedford Central Library

Room: Bedford Room

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Health and Wellness

Tai Chi

Join certified instructor Scott Larsen every week for a free class in the gentle, meditative martial art known as Tai Chi. Practiced throughout the world for its numerous health benefits, many of Tai Chi's slow movements and deep breathing techniques are easy to learn and suitable for people of all ages and abilities.*

*No equipment is necessary, but please wear lightweight, comfortable shoes and loose-fitting clothing that doesn't restrict your range of motion. Though Tai Chi is a safe, low-impact form of exercise, it is always recommended that you consult your doctor before beginning any new fitness program-especially if you have any limiting physical or medical conditions (such as joint problems, back pain, diabetes, heart disease, circulation issues, etc.) or are taking any medications that can make you dizzy or lightheaded.
First-time attendees may be asked to sign a waiver.

Note: This class may be held in different spaces in the library (or outdoors) depending on the week and what space is available. Please check in with a librarian at the desk if you are unsure of where to go.

AI generated cartoon of a Jenga tower in a library

4th Friday: Family Fun & Games

Friday, May 23, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Big Island Community Room at Big Island Library

Program Type:

Games

Age Group:

Family - All Ages

Event Details:

Bring the whole family and join us for some fun with board games!Checkers, Bedford Monopoly, or Headbanz. Other games, Jenga, Tic-tac-toe, and card games will also be availab...

Required

Library Branch: Big Island Library

Room: Big Island Community Room

Age Group: Family - All Ages

Program Type: Games

Required

Seats Remaining: 20

Event Details:

Bring the whole family and join us for some fun with board games!

Checkers, Bedford Monopoly, or Headbanz. Other games, Jenga, Tic-tac-toe, and card games will also be available.

Ai generated image of young children playing dungeons and dragons in a library.

Youth Role Playing Game Club (Ages 8-11)

Saturday, May 24, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Forest Community Room at Forest Library

Program Type:

Games

Age Group:

Kids

Event Details:

Work as a team to complete quests and explore fantastic worlds! Each 90-minute session is designed to be fun, challenging, and independent of the session that came before. All y...

Required

Library Branch: Forest Library

Room: Forest Community Room

Age Group: Kids

Program Type: Games

Required

Seats Remaining: 7

Event Details:

Work as a team to complete quests and explore fantastic worlds!

CLOSED FOR MEMORIAL DAY

All Day

Bedford Central Library, Big Island Library, Forest Library, Moneta/SML Library, Montvale Library, Stewartsville Library

ALL BPLS LOCATIONS WILL BE CLOSED TODAY IN HONOR OF MEMORIAL DAY.

Closing

Closing

All Day

Branches:

Bedford Central Library, Big Island Library, Forest Library, Moneta/SML Library, Montvale Library, Stewartsville Library

Description:

ALL BPLS LOCATIONS WILL BE CLOSED TODAY IN HONOR OF MEMORIAL DAY.

Stitchin' Chicks

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Montvale Community Room at Montvale Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

Event Details:

Join us every Tuesday at 2:00 PM (except holidays), bring your projects, and knit or crochet with us! New members are always welcome, and no experience is necessary. Come learn ...

Library Branch: Montvale Library

Room: Montvale Community Room

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Event Details:

Join us every Tuesday at 2:00 PM (except holidays), bring your projects, and knit or crochet with us!

New members are always welcome, and no experience is necessary. Come learn with us!

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