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

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. 

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

Teddy Bear Sleepover at the Library!

10:30am - 11:30am
Story Times, Summer Reading
Registration
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Room
Age Group: Family - All Ages
Program Type: Story Times, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Event Details:
Take your teddy bears and other stuffed animals on an adventure to the Library! Children of all ages are invited to bring their favorite stuffed toy for a special story time this morning.  At the end, the stuffies will stick around to have an...
This event is in the "Bedford Central Library" group.

Books 4 Fun

10:30am - 11:30am
Story Times, Summer Reading
Registration
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times, Summer Reading
Registration 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!   ...
This event is in the "Bedford Central Library" group.

Rock-A-Bye Reader

10:30am - 11:00am
Story Times, Summer Reading
Registration
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times, Summer Reading
Registration 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.

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

Teen Movie Night presents Wonka

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Movies, Summer Reading
Registration
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movies, Summer Reading
Registration 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! This month we will be showing Wonka starring Timothée Chalamet, Olivia Colman, Hugh Grant, Sally Hawkins, Jim Ca...
This event is in the "Bedford Central Library" group.

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

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. 

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

Friday Breakfast Book Club

10:00am - 11:00am
Book Clubs
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 The Barbizon:The Hotel that Set Women Free by Paulina Bren. ...
This event is in the "Bedford Central Library" group.

Books 4 Fun

10:30am - 11:30am
Story Times, Summer Reading
Registration
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times, Summer Reading
Registration 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!   ...
This event is in the "Bedford Central Library" group.

Rock-A-Bye Reader

10:30am - 11:00am
Story Times, Summer Reading
Registration
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times, Summer Reading
Registration 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.

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

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. 

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

Saturday Matinee

3:30pm - 5:30pm
Movies
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.  ...
This event is in the "Bedford Central Library" group.

Books 4 Fun

10:30am - 11:30am
Story Times, Summer Reading
Registration
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times, Summer Reading
Registration 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!   ...
This event is in the "Bedford Central Library" group.

Make Your Own Kaleidoscope

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM, Summer Reading
Registration
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:
Go on an adventure in STEM as we explore the concepts of light, reflections, and symmetry by making our own Kaleidoscopes! ...
This event is in the "Bedford Central Library" group.

27th Annual Peaks & Pieces Quilt Show

9:00am - 6:00pm
Arts & Crafts, Community Events
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! Visit during the Bedford Central Library's regular hours July 10th - July 20th to view this display of beautiful quilts in a wide variety of styles and sizes-- including contemporary, tra...
This event is in the "Bedford Central Library" group.

Rock-A-Bye Reader

10:30am - 11:00am
Story Times, Summer Reading
Registration
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times, Summer Reading
Registration 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.

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

27th Annual Peaks & Pieces Quilt Show

9:00am - 8:00pm
Arts & Crafts, Community Events
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! Visit during the Bedford Central Library's regular hours July 10th - July 20th to view this display of beautiful quilts in a wide variety of styles and sizes-- including contemporary, tra...
This event is in the "Bedford Central Library" group.

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

Land & Table Book Club

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Book Clubs
Registration
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration 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. The Land & Table book club is a way to engage with the core idea...
This event is in the "Bedford Central Library" group.

27th Annual Peaks & Pieces Quilt Show

9:00am - 6:00pm
Arts & Crafts, Community Events
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! Visit during the Bedford Central Library's regular hours July 10th - July 20th to view this display of beautiful quilts in a wide variety of styles and sizes-- including contemporary, tra...
This event is in the "Bedford Central Library" group.

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. 

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

27th Annual Peaks & Pieces Quilt Show

10:00am - 6:00pm
Arts & Crafts, Community Events
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! Visit during the Bedford Central Library's regular hours July 10th - July 20th to view this display of beautiful quilts in a wide variety of styles and sizes-- including contemporary, tra...
This event is in the "Bedford Central Library" group.

Saturday Story Time

11:00am - 12:00pm
Story Times
Registration
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10

Saturday Story Time

Join us on the 2nd Saturday of every month at 11:00 AM (unless the library is closed) for fun stories, songs, crafts and more!  For children ages 0-5.