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Teen Art Night: Blackout Poetry Edition

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Montvale Community Room at Montvale Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Teens
:

Teens and Tweens are invited to join us this summer for Teen Art Night! Participants are encouraged to bring in craft or art projects they are working on or would like to show off.

Required
Library Branch: Montvale Library
Room: Montvale Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Teens and Tweens are invited to join us this summer for Teen Art Night! Participants are encouraged to bring in craft or art projects they are working on or would like to show off.

Teens in the kitchen logo for this month's food - breakfast burritos and fruit.

Teens in the Kitchen! Breakfast Edition

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Moneta Community Room at Moneta/SML Library
Program Type:
Food/Cooking, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Teens
:

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day!

Learn how to make breakfast burritos and a fruit dish.  Meet other teen cooking enthusiasts, enjoy the meal you help prepare, and take home the recipes! 

Required
Library Branch: Moneta/SML Library
Room: Moneta Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Food/Cooking, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day!

Learn how to make breakfast burritos and a fruit dish.  Meet other teen cooking enthusiasts, enjoy the meal you help prepare, and take home the recipes! 

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Confessions of a Colorholic

Thursday, June 26, 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.

Balls of yarn in a bowl and hand crotcheting

Fiber Club: Knitting and Crocheting.

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Moneta Community Room at Moneta/SML Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Family - All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
:

Would you like to learn to knit, crochet, or share your talents with others?

Required
Library Branch: Moneta/SML Library
Room: Moneta Community Room
Age Group: Family - All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Would you like to learn to knit, crochet, or share your talents with others?

Illustration of a cute blue dragon holding a D&D book, ai generated

Adventures with Dungeons & Dragons

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:45pm
Bedford STEM Lab at Bedford Central Library
Program Type:
Games, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
:

Children and teens ages 10 and up are invited to join us every other Thursday evening as we go on an epic Dungeons and Dragons Adventure!  Both new and experienced players are welcome.

Required
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford STEM Lab
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Games, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Children and teens ages 10 and up are invited to join us every other Thursday evening as we go on an epic Dungeons and Dragons Adventure!  Both new and experienced players are welcome.

AI image of the words Teen Art Night on a canvas with art supplies around it

Teen Art Night

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Bedford Room at Bedford Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Teens
:

Teens age 12 and up are invited to join us tonight for Teen Art Night!

Required
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Teens age 12 and up are invited to join us tonight for Teen Art Night!

Chess Pieces on Books

Chess Club

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Bedford Young Adult Room at Bedford Central Library
Program Type:
Games, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
:

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)!

Required
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Young Adult Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Games, Summer Reading
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)!

Line drawing of a person standing in a tai chi pose in front of a ying yang symbol.

Tai Chi at the Library

Friday, June 27, 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. 

The Monuments Men Poster

Saturday Matinee presents The Monuments Men

Saturday, June 28, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Moneta Community Room at Moneta/SML Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
:

COMING SOON TO A LIBRARY NEAR YOU!
Join us at the Moneta/SML Library for a monthly Saturday afternoon movie screening for adults and teens. 

Required
Library Branch: Moneta/SML Library
Room: Moneta Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Movies
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

COMING SOON TO A LIBRARY NEAR YOU!
Join us at the Moneta/SML Library for a monthly Saturday afternoon movie screening for adults and teens. 

Stitchin' Chicks with a crochet chicken

Stitchin' Chicks

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Montvale Community Room at Montvale Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
:

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!

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!

Paper Model Rocket launching into space from inside the pages of a book with the earth and the stars in the background - AI

Adventure with Rockets

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Moneta Community Room at Moneta/SML Library
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
:

Adventure to space with your very own rocket!  Join us as we make rockets from paper and launch them outside.

This program is for children ages 7+ and their families; children age 12 and under must come with an adult. 

Required
Library Branch: Moneta/SML Library
Room: Moneta Community Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Adventure to space with your very own rocket!  Join us as we make rockets from paper and launch them outside.

This program is for children ages 7+ and their families; children age 12 and under must come with an adult. 

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Confessions of a Colorholic

Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 3:00pm - 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 ...

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

Library Branch: Montvale Library
Room: Montvale Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

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.

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

8 recent Graphic Novel covers

Silent Book Club: Color Our World

Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Forest Community Room at Forest Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
:

It’s BYOB (except the B stands for Book). Join us at the Forest Library for some cozy reading. 

The Summer Reading Program is here!

Required
Library Branch: Forest Library
Room: Forest Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

It’s BYOB (except the B stands for Book). Join us at the Forest Library for some cozy reading. 

The Summer Reading Program is here!

Chess Pieces on Books

Chess Club

Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Bedford Young Adult Room at Bedford Central Library
Program Type:
Games, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
:

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)!

Required
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Young Adult Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Games, Summer Reading
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)!

Blue Ridge Fiber Gathering written over a picture of a spinning needle and wool

Blue Ridge Fiber Gathering

Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Stewartsville Community Room at Stewartsville Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
:

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.

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

Game Board

Tabletop Gaming

Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 12:30pm - 5:00pm
Forest Community Room at Forest Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Family - All Ages, Teens, Adults
:

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! 

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! 

Top of a popcorn box with two tickets sticking up out of the popcorn and the words Saturday Matinee on the box.

Saturday Matinee

Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Bedford Room at Bedford Central Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
:

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 month's film is TBA.

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 month's film is TBA.

Stitchin' Chicks with a crochet chicken

Stitchin' Chicks

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Montvale Community Room at Montvale Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
:

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!

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!

Mini 3x3 canvas painting of the moon in a Van Gogh style on a mini easel AI

Teen Art Night: Starry Night Edition

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Montvale Community Room at Montvale Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Teens
:

Teens and Tweens are invited to join us this summer for Teen Art Night! Participants are encouraged to bring in craft or art projects they are working on or would like to show off.

Required
Library Branch: Montvale Library
Room: Montvale Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Teens and Tweens are invited to join us this summer for Teen Art Night! Participants are encouraged to bring in craft or art projects they are working on or would like to show off.

Simple painting of a bouquet of sunflowers on a canvas set on an easel with bookshelves in the background. AI

Summer Art Series: Paint Night Edition

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Big Island Community Room at Big Island Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
:

Join us for an easy, guided paint night as part of our 2025 Color Our World Summer Reading Program! 

This program is open to people of all levels of painting but geared primarily toward beginners. 

Required
Library Branch: Big Island Library
Room: Big Island Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join us for an easy, guided paint night as part of our 2025 Color Our World Summer Reading Program! 

This program is open to people of all levels of painting but geared primarily toward beginners. 

Hand painting a miniature Batman in a dark spotlight room.

Beginners Miniature Painting Workshop (Ages 12-18)

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:30pm
Forest Community Room at Forest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games, Summer Reading, Workshop
Age Group:
Teens
:

Create legendary heroes by learning the basics of painting plastic miniature figurines in this beginner class! 

Required
Library Branch: Forest Library
Room: Forest Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, Summer Reading, Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Create legendary heroes by learning the basics of painting plastic miniature figurines in this beginner class! 

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Confessions of a Colorholic

Thursday, July 10, 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.

Illustration of a cute blue dragon holding a D&D book, ai generated

Adventures with Dungeons & Dragons

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:45pm
Bedford STEM Lab at Bedford Central Library
Program Type:
Games, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
:

Children and teens ages 10 and up are invited to join us every other Thursday evening as we go on an epic Dungeons and Dragons Adventure!  Both new and experienced players are welcome.

Required
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford STEM Lab
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Games, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Children and teens ages 10 and up are invited to join us every other Thursday evening as we go on an epic Dungeons and Dragons Adventure!  Both new and experienced players are welcome.

AI Generated Van Gogh style sunflower

I'm No Van Gogh Paint Night: Color Our World

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Forest Community Room at Forest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Teens, 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...

Color Our World at a I’m No Van Gogh Paint Night!

Help us Color Our World by painting a 3x3 mini canvas to be displayed in the library!

Required
Library Branch: Forest Library
Room: Forest Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

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.

Color Our World at a I’m No Van Gogh Paint Night!

Help us Color Our World by painting a 3x3 mini canvas to be displayed in the library!