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This event is in the "Montvale Library" group.

Confessions of a Colorholic

Thursday, October 9, 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.

This event is in the "Bedford Central Library" group.

Chess Club

Thursday, October 9, 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)!

This event is in the "Bedford Central Library" group.

Tai Chi at the Library

Friday, October 10, 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. 

This event is in the "Forest Library" group.

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

Saturday, October 11, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Forest Community Room at Forest Library
Program Type:
Games
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
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Bedford Central Library" group.
This event is in the "Big Island Library" group.
This event is in the "Forest Library" group.
This event is in the "Moneta/SML Library" group.
This event is in the "Montvale Library" group.
This event is in the "Stewartsville Library" group.

CLOSED FOR STAFF TRAINING DAY

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

ALL BPLS LOCATIONS WILL BE CLOSED FOR OUR ANNUAL STAFF TRAINING DAY.

Closing
Branches:
Bedford Central Library, Big Island Library, Forest Library, Moneta/SML Library, Montvale Library, Stewartsville Library
Description:

ALL BPLS LOCATIONS WILL BE CLOSED FOR OUR ANNUAL STAFF TRAINING DAY.

This event is in the "Montvale Library" group.

Stitchin' Chicks

Tuesday, October 14, 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!

This event is in the "Stewartsville Library" group.

Adult Book Club

Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Stewartsville Community Room at Stewartsville Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join other readers on the second Tuesday of each month to discuss a different book and meet other members of your community! This month's book selection will be...TBA Light r...

Library Branch: Stewartsville Library
Room: Stewartsville Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

Join other readers on the second Tuesday of each month to discuss a different book and meet other members of your community!

This month's book selection will be...TBA

Light refreshments will be provided.

This event is in the "Bedford Central Library" group.

Rock-A-Bye Reader

Wednesday, October 15, 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.

This event is in the "Moneta/SML Library" group.

Rock-A-Bye Reader

Wednesday, October 15, 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.

This event is in the "Montvale Library" group.

Rock-A-Bye Reader

Thursday, October 16, 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.

This event is in the "Montvale Library" group.

Confessions of a Colorholic

Thursday, October 16, 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.

This event is in the "Forest Library" group.

I'm No Van Gogh Paint Night

Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Forest Community Room at Forest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
I'm No Van Gogh Paint Night:

Open to anyone regardless of your skill level.  Everyone from experienced painters to someone who has never even picked up a paintbrush is welcome. This is a time of self-e...

Required
Library Branch: Forest Library
Room: Forest Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 15

I'm No Van Gogh Paint Night

Open to anyone regardless of your skill level.  Everyone from experienced painters to someone who has never even picked up a paintbrush is welcome.

This is a time of self-expression, not a teaching class. Come and paint whatever the canvas inspires in you!  

All supplies will be provided. Please dress in clothing you won’t mind getting messy.

Everyone who participates will be able to take their paintings home at the end of the evening.

Registration is required and space is limited.

This event is in the "Bedford Central Library" group.

Teen Art Night

Thursday, October 16, 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/proj...

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. 

This event is in the "Bedford Central Library" group.

Chess Club

Thursday, October 16, 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)!

This event is in the "Bedford Central Library" group.

Tai Chi at the Library

Friday, October 17, 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. 

This event is in the "Bedford Central Library" group.

Friends Board Game Cafe

Saturday, October 18, 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.  

This event is in the "Forest Library" group.

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

Monday, October 20, 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.

This event is in the "Stewartsville Library" group.

Rock-A-Bye Reader

Monday, October 20, 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.

This event is in the "Forest Library" group.

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

Monday, October 20, 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.

This event is in the "Moneta/SML Library" group.

Literary Lakers Book Club

Monday, October 20, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Moneta Community Room at Moneta/SML Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Come join us today for the meeting of the Literary Lakers Book Club at the Moneta/SML Library! We will meet in the community room each month on the Second Monday. We will rea...

Required
Library Branch: Moneta/SML Library
Room: Moneta Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Come join us today for the meeting of the Literary Lakers Book Club at the Moneta/SML Library!

We will meet in the community room each month on the Second Monday.

This event is in the "Big Island Library" group.

Adult Book Club

Tuesday, October 21, 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. 

This event is in the "Montvale Library" group.

Stitchin' Chicks

Tuesday, October 21, 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!

This event is in the "Bedford Central Library" group.

Rock-A-Bye Reader

Wednesday, October 22, 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.

This event is in the "Moneta/SML Library" group.

Rock-A-Bye Reader

Wednesday, October 22, 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.