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Rock-A-Bye Reader

Monday, January 13, 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.

Collage of young children with books.

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

Monday, January 13, 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.

"The Wager: a tale of shipwreck, mutiny and murder" by David Grann

Friends of the Forest Library Book Club

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Forest Community Room at Forest Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Friends of the Forest Library Book Club meets every 2nd Monday of the month at 1:00 PM. Join us to read and discuss our Book of the Month! This month's selection is The Wa...

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

The Friends of the Forest Library Book Club meets every 2nd Monday of the month at 1:00 PM. Join us to read and discuss our Book of the Month! 

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Literary Lakers Book Club

Monday, January 13, 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.

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STEAM Library Makers with Amazement Square

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Big Island Community Room at Big Island Library
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Preschool
Event Details:

Amazement Square and the Big Island Library are teaming up for the first time this year to present a series of STEAM programs for children ages 3 to 5.  Each month there wi...

Required
Library Branch: Big Island Library
Room: Big Island Community Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Amazement Square and the Big Island Library are teaming up for the first time this year to present a series of STEAM programs for children ages 3 to 5. 

Stitchin' Chicks with a crochet chicken

Stitchin' Chicks

Tuesday, January 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!

A Year Down Yonder by Richard Peck

Adult Book Club

Tuesday, January 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...A Year Down Yo...

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!

Collage of young children with books.

Rock-A-Bye Reader

Wednesday, January 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.

Collage of young children with books.

Rock-A-Bye Reader

Wednesday, January 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.

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STEAM Library Makers with Amazement Square

Thursday, January 16, 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. 

Collage of young children with books.

Rock-A-Bye Reader

Thursday, January 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.

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Confessions of a Colorholic

Thursday, January 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.

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STEAM Club: Winter Hygge Gathering

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Big Island Outside at Big Island Library
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Ahh, now we’re in winter proper. Maybe we’ll even have snow this year! And even if we don’t, we don’t have to sulk our way through the dreary days. We can take a tip from t...

Required
Library Branch: Big Island Library
Room: Big Island Outside
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Ahh, now we’re in winter proper. Maybe we’ll even have snow this year!

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I'm No Van Gogh Paint Night

Thursday, January 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.

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Teen Art Night

Thursday, January 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. 

Chess Pieces on Books

Chess Club

Thursday, January 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)!

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Tai Chi at the Library

Friday, January 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. 

CLOSED FOR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY

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

ALL BPLS LOCATIONS WILL BE CLOSED IN HONOR OF MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY.

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

ALL BPLS LOCATIONS WILL BE CLOSED IN HONOR OF MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY.

Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus

Adult Book Club

Tuesday, January 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. 

Stitchin' Chicks with a crochet chicken

Stitchin' Chicks

Tuesday, January 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!

Collage of young children with books.

Rock-A-Bye Reader

Wednesday, January 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.

Collage of young children with books.

Rock-A-Bye Reader

Wednesday, January 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.

Collage of young children with books.

Rock-A-Bye Reader

Thursday, January 23, 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.

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Confessions of a Colorholic

Thursday, January 23, 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.