Upcoming Events

Filters
Library Branch

CLOSED FOR THANKSGIVING

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 FOR THANKSGIVING.

Snacks with Santa

10:30am - 12:30pm
Montvale Library
Arts & Crafts, Book Sales, Community Events
Library Branch: Montvale Library
Room: Montvale Community Room
Age Group: Family - All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Sales, Community Events
Event Details:

Santa will once again be at the Montvale Library, so start the holiday season off right with a visit to see him!

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

10:15am - 11:15am
Forest Library
Story Times
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Library
Room: Forest Community Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times
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
Stewartsville Library
Story Times
Registration
Library Branch: Stewartsville Library
Room: Stewartsville Community 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 infants and toddlers ages 0-36 months.  Come join us for rhymes, music, movement, stories, free play, and parenting resources.

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

11:15am - 12:15pm
Forest Library
Story Times
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Library
Room: Forest Community Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Rock-A-Bye Reader is a lap-sit program for children ages 21 months to 3 years old.  Come join us for rhymes, music, movement, stories, free play, and parenting resources.

Stitchin' Chicks

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Montvale Library
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!

Bedford Public Library Board of Trustees

5:00pm - 6:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Room
Purpose of Meeting

monthly meeting

Rock-A-Bye Reader

10:30am - 11:00am
Bedford Central Library
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 infants and toddlers 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
Moneta/SML Library
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 infants and toddlers 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
Montvale Library
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 infants and toddlers ages 0-36 months.  Come join us for rhymes, music, movement, stories, free play, and parenting resources.

Computer 101 Class: Where's My Stuff Edition

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Moneta/SML Library
Technology Classes
Registration
Library Branch: Moneta/SML Library
Room: Moneta Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Classes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Join us on the 1st Thursday of each month as we explore different technology topics.  

This month's topic: Where's My Stuff

Adult Book Club

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Montvale Library
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.

Thursday Theatre presents The Grinch (2018)

2:30pm - 4:00pm
Big Island Library
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: 18
Event Details:

Join us in the fun as we watch a movie on the big screen at Big Island Library.

Confessions of a Colorholic

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Montvale Library
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.

"7 Keys to Personal Protection" Presented by Warrior Success Academy

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Forest Library
Health and Wellness, Workshop
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Library
Room: Forest Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health and Wellness, Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 26
Event Details:

Warrior Success Academy is back to teach us the fundamentals of self-defense including knowledge, combatives, defensive tactics, crime prevention, and dynamic responses to common street attacks.

Chess Club

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Bedford Central Library
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)!

Tai Chi at the Library

9:30am - 10:30am
Bedford Central Library
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.  

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
Montvale Library
Games
Registration
Library Branch: Montvale Library
Room: Montvale Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1

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
Stewartsville Library
Arts & Crafts
Registration
Library Branch: Stewartsville Library
Room: Stewartsville Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
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.

Tabletop Gaming

12:30pm - 5:00pm
Forest Library
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! 

Saturday Matinee presents White Christmas

3:30pm - 5:30pm
Bedford Central Library
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. 

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

10:15am - 11:15am
Forest Library
Story Times
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Library
Room: Forest Community Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times
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
Stewartsville Library
Story Times
Registration
Library Branch: Stewartsville Library
Room: Stewartsville Community 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 infants and toddlers ages 0-36 months.  Come join us for rhymes, music, movement, stories, free play, and parenting resources.

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

11:15am - 12:15pm
Forest Library
Story Times
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Library
Room: Forest Community Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Rock-A-Bye Reader is a lap-sit program for children ages 21 months to 3 years old.  Come join us for rhymes, music, movement, stories, free play, and parenting resources.