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ESL for Everyone

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Moneta Community Room at Moneta/SML Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Family - All Ages

Would you like to learn, improve, or practice your English? ESL teacher Barbara Stevenson can help you. Whether you are a beginner, intermediate, or advanced level. Come and meet other people and make new friends.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Moneta/SML Library
Room: Moneta Community Room
Age Group: Family - All Ages
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Would you like to learn, improve, or practice your English? ESL teacher Barbara Stevenson can help you. Whether you are a beginner, intermediate, or advanced level. Come and meet other people and make new friends.

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Make a Patchwork Tote with the Lake Quilters Guild

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Moneta Community Room at Moneta/SML Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Make a Patchwork Tote with members of the Lake Quilters Guild!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Moneta/SML Library
Room: Moneta Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Make a Patchwork Tote with members of the Lake Quilters Guild!

Heirloom seed packets and seeds in glass jars

Friends of the Montvale Library Community Seed Swap

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Montvale Community Room at Montvale Library
Program Type:
Gardening, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

The Friends of the Montvale Library would like to invite members of the community for a brief conversation about the importance of passing on heritage seeds to our neighbors, followed by a seed swapping event.  

Registration Required
Library Branch: Montvale Library
Room: Montvale Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gardening, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Friends of the Montvale Library would like to invite members of the community for a brief conversation about the importance of passing on heritage seeds to our neighbors, followed by a seed swapping event.  

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Mizfit Cosplayers of VA

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Forest Community Room at Forest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join the Mizfit Cosplayers of VA as they meet once a month to work on cosplays, teach or learn skills, and discuss upcoming cosplay events. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Forest Library
Room: Forest Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join the Mizfit Cosplayers of VA as they meet once a month to work on cosplays, teach or learn skills, and discuss upcoming cosplay events. 

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Adult Creative Writing Club

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Forest Community Room at Forest Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Feeling stuck in your writing journey? Need to set aside some dedicated writing time outside of your routine? Want a casual and comfortable environment to work on your project?

Registration Required
Library Branch: Forest Library
Room: Forest Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Feeling stuck in your writing journey? Need to set aside some dedicated writing time outside of your routine? Want a casual and comfortable environment to work on your project?

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Empower Your Kids: Self-Defense & Confidence Workshop

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Forest Community Room at Forest Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Kids
​Looking to boost your child’s safety skills and self-esteem?
Registration Required
Library Branch: Forest Library
Room: Forest Community Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:
​Looking to boost your child’s safety skills and self-esteem?
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Teen Creative Writing Club

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Forest Community Room at Forest Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Teens

Feeling stuck in your writing journey?  Need to set aside some dedicated writing time outside of your routine?  Want a casual and comfortable environment to work on your project?

Registration Required
Library Branch: Forest Library
Room: Forest Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Feeling stuck in your writing journey?  Need to set aside some dedicated writing time outside of your routine?  Want a casual and comfortable environment to work on your project?

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Creative Expressions

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Big Island Community Room at Big Island Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Calling all creative types! The Big Island Writers Group is evolving our lovely club to include makers and crafters of all sorts to further inspire our friendly discussions.

Library Branch: Big Island Library
Room: Big Island Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Calling all creative types! The Big Island Writers Group is evolving our lovely club to include makers and crafters of all sorts to further inspire our friendly discussions.

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ESL for Everyone

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Moneta Community Room at Moneta/SML Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Family - All Ages

Would you like to learn, improve, or practice your English? ESL teacher Barbara Stevenson can help you. Whether you are a beginner, intermediate, or advanced level. Come and meet other people and make new friends.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Moneta/SML Library
Room: Moneta Community Room
Age Group: Family - All Ages
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Would you like to learn, improve, or practice your English? ESL teacher Barbara Stevenson can help you. Whether you are a beginner, intermediate, or advanced level. Come and meet other people and make new friends.

Flyer for the certified kitchen cook class

Bedford County adult education, certification classes

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 4:30pm - 7:30pm
Bedford Room at Bedford Central Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

ACE of Central VA and Bedford County Public Schools partnership program with the BPLS.

Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

ACE of Central VA and Bedford County Public Schools partnership program with the BPLS.

Practicing self defense.

Empowerment Starts Here: Self-Defense & Confidence Workshop

Friday, March 27, 2026 at 5:45pm - 7:15pm
Forest Community Room at Forest Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
​Unlock your potential and learn to navigate the world with greater security and self-assurance.
Registration Required
Library Branch: Forest Library
Room: Forest Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:
​Unlock your potential and learn to navigate the world with greater security and self-assurance.
Flyer for the certified kitchen cook class

Bedford County adult education, certification classes

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 4:30pm - 7:30pm
Bedford Room at Bedford Central Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

ACE of Central VA and Bedford County Public Schools partnership program with the BPLS.

Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

ACE of Central VA and Bedford County Public Schools partnership program with the BPLS.

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Small Fruits for the Home Gardener: A Bedford Area Master Gardeners Presentation

Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Bedford Room at Bedford Central Library
Program Type:
Gardening, Workshop
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Plant the Patch. Reap the Sweet Rewards.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Gardening, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Plant the Patch. Reap the Sweet Rewards.

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Small Fruits for the Home Gardener: A Bedford Area Master Gardeners Presentation

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Montvale Community Room at Montvale Library
Program Type:
Gardening, Workshop
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Plant the Patch. Reap the Sweet Rewards.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Montvale Library
Room: Montvale Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Gardening, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Plant the Patch. Reap the Sweet Rewards.

ESL for Everyone! logo

ESL for Everyone

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Moneta Community Room at Moneta/SML Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Family - All Ages

Would you like to learn, improve, or practice your English? ESL teacher Barbara Stevenson can help you. Whether you are a beginner, intermediate, or advanced level. Come and meet other people and make new friends.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Moneta/SML Library
Room: Moneta Community Room
Age Group: Family - All Ages
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Would you like to learn, improve, or practice your English? ESL teacher Barbara Stevenson can help you. Whether you are a beginner, intermediate, or advanced level. Come and meet other people and make new friends.

Flyer for the certified kitchen cook class

Bedford County adult education, certification classes

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 4:30pm - 7:30pm
Bedford Room at Bedford Central Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

ACE of Central VA and Bedford County Public Schools partnership program with the BPLS.

Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

ACE of Central VA and Bedford County Public Schools partnership program with the BPLS.

Photograph of a microphone and headphones on a desk with a plant with two caricatures of Drew and Briana wearing Podcast 101 shirts.

Podcasting 101

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Forest Community Room at Forest Library
Program Type:
Technology Classes, Workshop
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Interested in starting your own podcast? Creating one has never been more accessible, but where do you even start? This workshop will give you a much-needed road map covering everything you need to know to get started.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Forest Library
Room: Forest Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Technology Classes, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Interested in starting your own podcast? Creating one has never been more accessible, but where do you even start? This workshop will give you a much-needed road map covering everything you need to know to get started.

Collage of photos of 4 types of berry plants with the word Berries overlaid in the center.

Small Fruits for the Home Gardener: A Bedford Area Master Gardeners Presentation

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Moneta Community Room at Moneta/SML Library
Program Type:
Gardening, Workshop
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Plant the Patch. Reap the Sweet Rewards.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Moneta/SML Library
Room: Moneta Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Gardening, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Plant the Patch. Reap the Sweet Rewards.

Mizfit Cosplayers Logo

Mizfit Cosplayers of VA

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Forest Community Room at Forest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join the Mizfit Cosplayers of VA as they meet once a month to work on cosplays, teach or learn skills, and discuss upcoming cosplay events. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Forest Library
Room: Forest Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join the Mizfit Cosplayers of VA as they meet once a month to work on cosplays, teach or learn skills, and discuss upcoming cosplay events. 

Flyer for the certified kitchen cook class

Bedford County adult education, certification classes

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 4:30pm - 7:30pm
Bedford Room at Bedford Central Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

ACE of Central VA and Bedford County Public Schools partnership program with the BPLS.

Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

ACE of Central VA and Bedford County Public Schools partnership program with the BPLS.

Collage of photos of 4 types of berry plants with the word Berries overlaid in the center.

Small Fruits for the Home Gardener: A Bedford Area Master Gardeners Presentation

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Forest Community Room at Forest Library
Program Type:
Gardening, Workshop
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Plant the Patch. Reap the Sweet Rewards.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Forest Library
Room: Forest Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Gardening, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Plant the Patch. Reap the Sweet Rewards.

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Teen Creative Writing Club

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Forest Community Room at Forest Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Teens

Feeling stuck in your writing journey?  Need to set aside some dedicated writing time outside of your routine?  Want a casual and comfortable environment to work on your project?

Registration Required
Library Branch: Forest Library
Room: Forest Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Feeling stuck in your writing journey?  Need to set aside some dedicated writing time outside of your routine?  Want a casual and comfortable environment to work on your project?

Collage of photos of 4 types of berry plants with the word Berries overlaid in the center.

Small Fruits for the Home Gardener: A Bedford Area Master Gardeners Presentation

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Stewartsville Community Room at Stewartsville Library
Program Type:
Gardening, Workshop
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Plant the Patch. Reap the Sweet Rewards.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Stewartsville Library
Room: Stewartsville Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Gardening, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Plant the Patch. Reap the Sweet Rewards.

ESL for Everyone! logo

ESL for Everyone

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Moneta Community Room at Moneta/SML Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Family - All Ages

Would you like to learn, improve, or practice your English? ESL teacher Barbara Stevenson can help you. Whether you are a beginner, intermediate, or advanced level. Come and meet other people and make new friends.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Moneta/SML Library
Room: Moneta Community Room
Age Group: Family - All Ages
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Would you like to learn, improve, or practice your English? ESL teacher Barbara Stevenson can help you. Whether you are a beginner, intermediate, or advanced level. Come and meet other people and make new friends.