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T(w)een Crafts Fidget Toy Edition

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Registration
Library Branch: Montvale Library
Room: Montvale Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Registration 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 show o...

DIY Walking Sticks

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Registration
Library Branch: Stewartsville Library
Room: Stewartsville Outside
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Registration 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.  ...

Friends Board Game Cafe

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Games
Registration
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Peaks Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:
FUN & GAMES!! The Friends of the Bedford Library have a BOARD GAME CAFE!! Join us for an evening of fun playing board and tabletop games. Play our games or bring your own.  Play old standards or learn some new ones, play...

CLOSED FOR JUNETEENTH

All 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 TODAY IN HONOR OF JUNETEENTH. ...

Books 4 Fun

10:30am - 11:30am
Story Times, Summer Reading
Registration
Library Branch: Big Island Library
Room: Big Island Movie Area
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
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!   ...

Books 4 Fun

10:30am - 11:30am
Story Times, Summer Reading
Registration
Library Branch: Stewartsville Library
Room: Stewartsville Community Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
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!   ...

Once Upon a Time Magic Show

10:30am - 11:30am
Performances, Summer Reading
Registration
Library Branch: Moneta/SML Library
Room: Moneta Main Library Area
Age Group: Family - All Ages
Program Type: Performances, Summer Reading
Registration 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! ...

Rock-A-Bye Reader

10:30am - 11:30am
Story Times, Summer Reading
Registration
Library Branch: Montvale Library
Room: Montvale Story Time Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15

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.

Family Movie Day: Treasure Planet

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Movies, Summer Reading
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Library
Room: Forest Community Room
Age Group: Family - All Ages
Program Type: Movies, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 40
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 featuring the voices of Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Brian Murray, Emma Thomps...

Once Upon a Time Magic Show

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Performances, Summer Reading
Registration
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Main Library Area
Age Group: Family - All Ages
Program Type: Performances, Summer Reading
Registration 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! ...

Confessions of a Colorholic

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Arts & Crafts
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.

Women's Self Defense Seminar Presented By Warrior Success Academy

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Events, Health and Wellness, Summer Reading, Workshop
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Library
Room: Forest Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Health and Wellness, Summer Reading, Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
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. Registration ...

Chess Club

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Games, Summer Reading
Registration
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Young Adult Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Games, Summer Reading
Registration 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)! Open to all ages and skill levels, program presenter Lee Fields will be available for instructio...

Tai Chi at the Library

9:30am - 10:30am
Health and Wellness
Registration
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health and Wellness
Registration 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. 

Once Upon a Time Magic Show

10:30am - 11:30am
Performances, Summer Reading
Registration
Library Branch: Montvale Library
Room: Montvale Community Room
Age Group: Family - All Ages
Program Type: Performances, Summer Reading
Registration 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! ...

Once Upon a Time Magic Show

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Performances, Summer Reading
Registration
Library Branch: Stewartsville Library
Room: Stewartsville Community Room
Age Group: Family - All Ages
Program Type: Performances, Summer Reading
Registration 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! ...

I'm No Van Gogh Paint Night

5:00pm - 9:00pm
Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Library Branch: Forest Library
Room: Forest Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading

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.

Once Upon a Time Magic Show

10:30am - 11:30am
Performances, Summer Reading
Registration
Library Branch: Big Island Library
Room: Big Island Movie Area
Age Group: Family - All Ages
Program Type: Performances, Summer Reading
Registration 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! ...

Virtual Adventure to Manuel Antonio National Park in Costa Rica

11:00am - 12:30pm
Summer Reading
Registration
Library Branch: Moneta/SML Library
Room: Moneta Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:
Join us on a virtual tour and visit one of the world’s most beautiful ecosystems in the world! We will walk through the rainforest until we get to a pristine beach with crystal clear water, on the way we could have the chance to see howler monkeys...

Youth Role Playing Game Club (Ages 8-11)

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Games
Cancelled
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Library
Room: Forest Community Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Games
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 you'll need is your imagination- everything else will be provided by th...

Once Upon a Time Magic Show

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Performances, Summer Reading
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Library
Room: Forest Community Room
Age Group: Family - All Ages
Program Type: Performances, Summer Reading
Registration 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! ...

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

10:15am - 11:15am
Story Times, Summer Reading
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Library
Room: Forest Community Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times, Summer Reading
Registration 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

10:30am - 11:30am
Story Times, Summer Reading
Registration
Library Branch: Stewartsville Library
Room: Stewartsville Community Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15

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.

Rock-A-Bye Reader

10:30am - 11:30am
Story Times, Summer Reading
Registration
Library Branch: Moneta/SML Library
Room: Moneta Community Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8

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.