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T(w)een Tuesday: Gaming

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Games
Registration
Library Branch: Big Island Library
Room: Big Island Community Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:
It’s time for gaming--electronic and board!  Challenge yourself or some friends at Big Island Library on the 4th Tuesday of every month.  Snacks will be available. For Grades 4-5   Sponsored by the Friends of the Big Island Li...

Rock-A-Bye Reader

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

Rock-A-Bye Reader

10:30am - 11:30am
Story Times
Registration
Library Branch: Montvale Library
Room: Montvale Story Time Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times
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.

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.

Fiber Club: Knitting, Crocheting, and More

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Registration
Library Branch: Moneta/SML Library
Room: Moneta Community Room
Age Group: Family - All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:
Would you like to learn to knit, crochet, or weave, or share your talents with others? Then you're invited to join our New Fiber Club!  Meetings will be held on the Last Thursday of each month. Whether you are an expert or a beginner, all are...

LEGO® Club

5:00pm - 6:30pm
Arts & Crafts
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Library
Room: Forest Community Room
Age Group: Family - All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20

Lego® Club

Kids from 5 and up come and join us as we play with LEGOS®. Take on the challenge of the month or just use your imagination to build whatever you want with our LEGOS® or DUPLOS®.

Event Details:
Children 12 and under MUST be accompanied by an adult. ...

Chess Club

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Games
Registration
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Young Adult Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Games
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. 

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 TBA. ...

CLOSED FOR LABOR DAY

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 LABOR DAY. ...

Stitchin' Chicks

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

Rock-A-Bye Reader

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

Rock-A-Bye Reader

10:30am - 11:30am
Story Times
Registration
Library Branch: Moneta/SML Library
Room: Moneta Community Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times
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.

Rock-A-Bye Reader

10:30am - 11:30am
Story Times
Registration
Library Branch: Montvale Library
Room: Montvale Story Time Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times
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.

Adult Book Club

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Book Clubs
Library Branch: Montvale Library
Room: Montvale Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:
Book Club meets the 1st Thursday of every month at 2 PM at the Montvale Library. This month the book we will be discussing is Out of Darkness by Ashley Hope Pérez. No registration is necessary, new members are always welcome! ...

Thursday Theatre

2:30pm - 4:00pm
Movies
Registration
Library Branch: Big Island Library
Room: Big Island Community Room
Age Group: Family - All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Movies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:
Join us in the fun as we watch a movie on the big screen at Big Island Library. This month's movie is TBA. Plot: TBA Rated: TBA Run Time: TBA Sponsored by the Friends of the Big Island Library. ...

Confessions of a Colorholic

3:00pm - 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.

Event Details:
Confessions of a Colorholic is from 3 to 4 PM only on the 1st Thursday of the month. ...

Chess Club

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Games
Registration
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Young Adult Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Games
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...

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...

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. 

Tween-Teen Night

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Games
Registration
Library Branch: Montvale Library
Room: Montvale Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6

Teen/Tween Night (Montvale)

2 hours of Kinect gaming, board games, snacks, pizza, and socializing! Meet your friends in Montvale and enjoy teen activities from 5-7 pm on the 1st Friday of each month.  For ages 10-17.

Blue Ridge Fiber Gathering

10:00am - 12:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Registration
Library Branch: Stewartsville Library
Room: Stewartsville Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:
Blue Ridge Fiber Gathering meets on the first Saturday of every month from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. This event is for teens and adults. A morning for knitters, crocheters, spinners, and weavers from beginners to pros. Come learn a new skill or come s...

Tabletop Gaming

12:30pm - 5:00pm
Games
Library Branch: Forest Library
Room: Forest Community Room
Age Group: Family - All Ages, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games
Event Details:
Join us on the first Saturday of each month from 12:30 PM until 5:00 PM to play a variety of different board and card games. Feel free to bring your own games as well!  All ages are welcome, but children under the age of 12 must be super...

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.  ...