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Last year's Best In Show Quilt.

27th Annual Peaks & Pieces Quilt Show

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 9:00am - 8:00pm
Bedford Mezzanine at Bedford Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community Events
Age Group:
Family - All Ages
Event Details:

The Peaks & Pieces Annual Quilt Show is back! Visit during the Bedford Central Library's regular hours July 10th - July 20th to view this display of beautiful quilts in...

Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Mezzanine
Age Group: Family - All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Events
Event Details:

The Peaks & Pieces Annual Quilt Show is back!

AI image of a pirate ship popping out of waves in a book.

Books 4 Fun

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Bedford Room at Bedford Central Library
Program Type:
Story Times, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Preschool
Event Details:

Books 4 Fun is our pre-school story time for children ages 3 to 6.  Join us for stories, songs, crafts, and activities geared to engage and entertain your child.  Our the...

Required
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Event Details:

Books 4 Fun is our pre-school story time for children ages 3 to 6.  Join us for stories, songs, crafts, and activities geared to engage and entertain your child.  Our theme for this session is Adventure Begins At Your Library!

Clue board with the library and a game piece and a wrench.

Friends Board Game Cafe

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Bedford Room at Bedford Central Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

FUN & GAMES!! Come out and join the Friends of the Bedford Library for an afternoon of fun playing board and tabletop games. Play our games or bring your own. &...

Required
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 80
Event Details:

FUN & GAMES!!

Come out and join the Friends of the Bedford Library for an afternoon of fun playing board and tabletop games.

Last year's Best In Show Quilt.

27th Annual Peaks & Pieces Quilt Show

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 9:00am - 6:00pm
Bedford Mezzanine at Bedford Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community Events
Age Group:
Family - All Ages
Event Details:

The Peaks & Pieces Annual Quilt Show is back! Visit during the Bedford Central Library's regular hours July 10th - July 20th to view this display of beautiful quilts in...

Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Mezzanine
Age Group: Family - All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Events
Event Details:

The Peaks & Pieces Annual Quilt Show is back!

Collage of young children with books.

Rock-A-Bye Reader

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Bedford Room at Bedford Central Library
Program Type:
Story Times, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Preschool
Rock-A-Bye Reader:

Rock-A-Bye Reader is a lap-sit program for babies 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, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 30

Rock-A-Bye Reader

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

Last year's Best In Show Quilt.

27th Annual Peaks & Pieces Quilt Show

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 9:00am - 8:00pm
Bedford Mezzanine at Bedford Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community Events
Age Group:
Family - All Ages
Event Details:

The Peaks & Pieces Annual Quilt Show is back! Visit during the Bedford Central Library's regular hours July 10th - July 20th to view this display of beautiful quilts in...

Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Mezzanine
Age Group: Family - All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Events
Event Details:

The Peaks & Pieces Annual Quilt Show is back!

Watercolor image of the earth surrounded by honeycomb and bees.

Wonderful World of Bees

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Bedford Room at Bedford Central Library
Program Type:
Animals/Wildlife, STEM/STEAM, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Family - All Ages
Event Details:

Get ready to hear, feel, smell and even taste the wonderful creations that come from our #1 pollinator, the Honey Bee during this interactive program! Heritage Apiary will be vi...

Required
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Room
Age Group: Family - All Ages
Program Type: Animals/Wildlife, STEM/STEAM, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Get ready to hear, feel, smell and even taste the wonderful creations that come from our #1 pollinator, the Honey Bee during this interactive program!

Five Nights at Freddy's Movie Poster

Teen Movie Night presents Five Nights at Freddy's

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Bedford Room at Bedford Central Library
Program Type:
Movies, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

COMING SOON TO A LIBRARY NEAR YOU! Join us at the Bedford Central Library for a special Summer Movie screening for Teens! This month we will be showing Five Nights at Fr...

Required
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movies, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

COMING SOON TO A LIBRARY NEAR YOU!

Join us at the Bedford Central Library for a special Summer Movie screening for Teens!

Chess Pieces on Books

Chess Club

Thursday, July 18, 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)!

Last year's Best In Show Quilt.

27th Annual Peaks & Pieces Quilt Show

Friday, July 19, 2024 at 9:00am - 6:00pm
Bedford Mezzanine at Bedford Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community Events
Age Group:
Family - All Ages
Event Details:

The Peaks & Pieces Annual Quilt Show is back! Visit during the Bedford Central Library's regular hours July 10th - July 20th to view this display of beautiful quilts in...

Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Mezzanine
Age Group: Family - All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Events
Event Details:

The Peaks & Pieces Annual Quilt Show is back!

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

Tai Chi at the Library

Friday, July 19, 2024 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...

Required
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health and Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 25

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.  

Registration is requested (email reminders will be sent to those who register) but drop-ins are welcome.

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. 

Last year's Best In Show Quilt.

27th Annual Peaks & Pieces Quilt Show

Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 10:00am - 6:00pm
Bedford Mezzanine at Bedford Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community Events
Age Group:
Family - All Ages
Event Details:

The Peaks & Pieces Annual Quilt Show is back! Visit during the Bedford Central Library's regular hours July 10th - July 20th to view this display of beautiful quilts in...

Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Mezzanine
Age Group: Family - All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Events
Event Details:

The Peaks & Pieces Annual Quilt Show is back!

Photo of a little girl looking over at a dog superimposed over a color pencil book shelf drawing,

Read to a Dog

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Bedford Story Time Area at Bedford Central Library
Program Type:
Animals/Wildlife
Age Group:
Preschool, Kids
Event Details:

Come meet a new furry friend at the library!   Maisie, a certified Therapy dog (Therapy Dogs International), will be here this afternoon to listen as you practice read...

Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Story Time Area
Age Group: Preschool, Kids
Program Type: Animals/Wildlife
Event Details:

Come meet a new furry friend at the library!  

Maisie, a certified Therapy dog (Therapy Dogs International), will be here this afternoon to listen as you practice reading out loud.

Collage of young children with books.

Rock-A-Bye Reader

Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
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 babies 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 babies ages 0-36 months.  Come join us for rhymes, music, movement, stories, free play, and parenting resources.

Chess Pieces on Books

Chess Club

Thursday, July 25, 2024 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, July 26, 2024 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...

Required
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health and Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 25

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.  

Registration is requested (email reminders will be sent to those who register) but drop-ins are welcome.

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. 

Friday Breakfast Book Club

Friday, July 26, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Bedford Peaks Room at Bedford Central Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Friday Breakfast Book Club meets on the last Friday of every month to discuss a different book.  This month's selection is TBA.

Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Peaks Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

The Friday Breakfast Book Club meets on the last Friday of every month to discuss a different book.  This month's selection is TBA.

Collage of young children with books.

Rock-A-Bye Reader

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
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 babies 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 babies ages 0-36 months.  Come join us for rhymes, music, movement, stories, free play, and parenting resources.

Chess Pieces on Books

Chess Club

Thursday, August 1, 2024 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)!

Land & Table Book Club logo with photo background of food related images.

Land & Table Book Club

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Bedford Room at Bedford Central Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Books play a key role in helping us envision and take steps towards positive life change. And it’s a journey - no one ever arrives, but we can encourage each other along the way. ...

Required
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Books play a key role in helping us envision and take steps towards positive life change. And it’s a journey - no one ever arrives, but we can encourage each other along the way.

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

Tai Chi at the Library

Friday, August 2, 2024 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...

Required
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health and Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 25

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.  

Registration is requested (email reminders will be sent to those who register) but drop-ins are welcome.

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. 

Top of a popcorn box with two tickets sticking up out of the popcorn and the words Saturday Matinee on the box.

Saturday Matinee

Saturday, August 3, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Bedford Room at Bedford Central Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

COMING SOON TO A LIBRARY NEAR YOU! Join us at the Bedford Central Library for a monthly Saturday afternoon screening of a movie for adults and teens. 

Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

COMING SOON TO A LIBRARY NEAR YOU!
Join us at the Bedford Central Library for a monthly Saturday afternoon screening of a movie for adults and teens. 

Collage of young children with books.

Rock-A-Bye Reader

Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
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 babies 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 babies ages 0-36 months.  Come join us for rhymes, music, movement, stories, free play, and parenting resources.

Chess Pieces on Books

Chess Club

Thursday, August 8, 2024 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)!