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Read to a Dog

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Bedford Story Time Area at Bedford Central Library
Program Type:
Animals/Wildlife
Age Group:
Preschool, Kids
Event Details:

Come meet a new furry friend at the library!   Maisie, a certified Therapy dog (Therapy Dogs International), will be here this afternoon to listen as you practice read...

Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Story Time Area
Age Group: Preschool, Kids
Program Type: Animals/Wildlife
Event Details:

Come meet a new furry friend at the library!  

Maisie, a certified Therapy dog (Therapy Dogs International), will be here this afternoon to listen as you practice reading out loud.

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Gingerbread Ornament Workshop

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Stewartsville Community Room at Stewartsville Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Family - All Ages
Event Details:

Learn how to make delicious-smelling gingerbread ornaments & then decorate your own to take home and hang on your Christmas tree! 

Required
Library Branch: Stewartsville Library
Room: Stewartsville Community Room
Age Group: Family - All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Learn how to make delicious-smelling gingerbread ornaments & then decorate your own to take home and hang on your Christmas tree! 

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Rock-A-Bye Reader

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Bedford Room at Bedford Central Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Preschool
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. ...

Required
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times
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.

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Rock-A-Bye Reader

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Moneta Community Room at Moneta/SML Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Preschool
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. ...

Required
Library Branch: Moneta/SML Library
Room: Moneta Community Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times
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.

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STEAM Library Makers with Amazement Square

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Bedford Room at Bedford Central Library
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Preschool
Event Details:

Amazement Square and the Bedford Central Library are teaming together again this year to present a series of STEAM programs for children ages 3 to 5.  Each month there will...

Required
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Amazement Square and the Bedford Central Library are teaming together again this year to present a series of STEAM programs for children ages 3 to 5. 

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Christmas Story Time

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Forest Community Room at Forest Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Preschool
Event Details:

Come and hear Christmas-themed stories, participate in fun activities, and take home a festive holiday craft.  For ages 3+. 

Required
Library Branch: Forest Library
Room: Forest Community Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Come and hear Christmas-themed stories, participate in fun activities, and take home a festive holiday craft.  For ages 3+. 

Collage of young children with books.

Rock-A-Bye Reader

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Montvale Story Time Room at Montvale Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Preschool
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. ...

Required
Library Branch: Montvale Library
Room: Montvale Story Time Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times
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.

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Confessions of a Colorholic

Thursday, December 19, 2024 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.

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STEAM Club: Holiday Village Engineering

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Big Island Outside at Big Island Library
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Who needs gingerbread houses when we’ve got a whole dang cardboard holiday village?!??! In this extra fun, engineering-focused session, kids will be asked to bring in a shoe box...

Required
Library Branch: Big Island Library
Room: Big Island Outside
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Who needs gingerbread houses when we’ve got a whole dang cardboard holiday village?!??!

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Fiber Club: Knitting and Crocheting.

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Moneta Community Room at Moneta/SML Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Family - All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Would you like to learn to knit, crochet, 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 eac...

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: 11
Event Details:

Would you like to learn to knit, crochet, 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.

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Teen Art Night

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Bedford Room at Bedford Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Teens age 12 and up are invited to join us on the 3rd Thursday of every month (except for June and July) for Teen Art Night.  Each month we will have a different theme/proj...

Required
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Teens age 12 and up are invited to join us on the 3rd Thursday of every month (except for June and July) for Teen Art Night. 

Chess Pieces on Books

Chess Club

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Bedford Young Adult Room at Bedford Central Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
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...

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

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Tai Chi at the Library

Friday, December 20, 2024 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...

Required
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health and Wellness
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. 

The Woman in White by Wilkie Collins

Friday Breakfast Book Club

Friday, December 20, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Bedford Peaks Room at Bedford Central Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
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 Woman in White by Wilkie Collins.

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

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Music and Movement with Miss Casey

Friday, December 20, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Forest Community Room at Forest Library
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Learn with your little one in this interactive music and movement class. Each lesson will include dancing, singing, instrument exploration, and more! Registration is required ...

Required
Library Branch: Forest Library
Room: Forest Community Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Music
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Learn with your little one in this interactive music and movement class. Each lesson will include dancing, singing, instrument exploration, and more!

Registration is required

For ages 0-3. 

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Doves & Dragons: Harps and Harpsichord Music Holiday Special

Friday, December 20, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Forest Community Room at Forest Library
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Family - All Ages
Event Details:

Join us as we relax and listen to harp and harpsichord music performed by local husband and wife duo...Doves & Dragons!  Today's concert will feature Christmas Music.No re...

Library Branch: Forest Library
Room: Forest Community Room
Age Group: Family - All Ages
Program Type: Music
Event Details:

Join us as we relax and listen to harp and harpsichord music performed by local husband and wife duo...Doves & Dragons!  Today's concert will feature Christmas Music.

No registration is required.

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Gingerbread House Decorating

Friday, December 20, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Moneta Community Room at Moneta/SML Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Family - All Ages
Event Details:

Join us as we build and decorate Gingerbread Houses! Kids under 12 must come with an adult. Please register only the kids. All supplies will be provided. 

Required
Library Branch: Moneta/SML Library
Room: Moneta Community Room
Age Group: Family - All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Join us as we build and decorate Gingerbread Houses! Kids under 12 must come with an adult. Please register only the kids. All supplies will be provided. 

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Saturday with Santa

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Big Island Community Room at Big Island Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Family - All Ages
Event Details:

Come join us for a visit with Santa before he jets off with his Reindeer for Christmas!  Snacks and crafts will be provided.

Library Branch: Big Island Library
Room: Big Island Community Room
Age Group: Family - All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come join us for a visit with Santa before he jets off with his Reindeer for Christmas! 

Snacks and crafts will be provided.

Disney style AI animation of a seven-year-old boy and girl practicing martial arts inside a book. The lighting is bright and the color scheme is mostly blue and purple. The book is open and the pages are glowing with a soft light. The children are wearing white martial arts uniforms with white belts. Both children are in a defensive pose.

Warrior Success Academy Kids Workshop (Ages 6-9)

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Forest Community Room at Forest Library
Program Type:
Health and Wellness, Workshop
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Children ages 6 to 9 are invited to join us for an introductory workshop focused on conflict avoidance, confidence building, bully prevention, and self-defense techniques presented...

Required
Library Branch: Forest Library
Room: Forest Community Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Health and Wellness, Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Children ages 6 to 9 are invited to join us for an introductory workshop focused on conflict avoidance, confidence building, bully prevention, and self-defense techniques presented by Cliff Eli Abercrombie, Master Instructor at Warr

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Warrior Success Academy Kids Workshop (Ages 10-12)

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 11:15am - 11:45am
Forest Community Room at Forest Library
Program Type:
Health and Wellness, Workshop
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Children ages 10 to 12 are invited to join us for an introductory workshop focused on conflict avoidance, confidence building, bully prevention, and self-defense techniques present...

Required
Library Branch: Forest Library
Room: Forest Community Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Health and Wellness, Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Children ages 10 to 12 are invited to join us for an introductory workshop focused on conflict avoidance, confidence building, bully prevention, and self-defense techniques presented by Cliff Eli Abercrombie, Master Instructor at Wa

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Holiday BINGO!

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Forest Community Room at Forest Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Family - All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Baubles, Bows, and BINGO! B-4 you end the year, join us for some holiday cheer at our Holiday BINGO Party open to players of all ages! Prizes wrapped with care will be given ...

Required
Library Branch: Forest Library
Room: Forest Community Room
Age Group: Family - All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Baubles, Bows, and BINGO!

B-4 you end the year, join us for some holiday cheer at our Holiday BINGO Party open to players of all ages!

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

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:15am
Forest Community Room at Forest Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Preschool
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.

Required
Library Branch: Forest Library
Room: Forest Community Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times
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.

Collage of young children with books.

Rock-A-Bye Reader

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Stewartsville Community Room at Stewartsville Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Preschool
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. ...

Required
Library Branch: Stewartsville Library
Room: Stewartsville Community Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times
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.

Collage of young children with books.

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

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 11:15am - 12:15pm
Forest Community Room at Forest Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Preschool
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 resou...

Required
Library Branch: Forest Library
Room: Forest Community Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times
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.