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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!

Paper Quilling: Celebrate the Holidays

4:30pm–6:30pm
Forest Library
Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Library Branch: Forest Library
Room: Forest Community Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Season's greetings, fellow crafters! Learn how to add a personal touch to your holiday cards and gifts with paper quilling. We’ll be learning how to make snowmen, Christmas trees, and candles for Hanukkah and Kwanzaa!

"Mini" Holiday Paint Night

5:30pm–6:30pm
Big Island Library
Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Library Branch: Big Island Library
Room: Big Island Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a "mini" Holiday paint night at the Big Island Library!  We will be painting tiny canvases (4x4) on miniature easels to get us into the holiday spirit.  Participants are free to paint whatever they wish.

Paint Night: Christmas Cottages Edition

6:00pm–7:00pm
Bedford Central Library
Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Peaks Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bring your own special flourish to your décor this season at our Holiday Paint Night!  Join us tonight as we decorate small wooden holiday-themed houses.

Confessions of a Colorholic

2:00pm–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.

Fiber Club Friends

3:00pm–5:00pm
Moneta/SML Library
Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Library Branch: Moneta/SML Library
Room: Moneta Study Room 1
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Moneta Fiber Club Friends group meets the second Thursday of every month (except on holidays) from 3:00 to 5:00 PM. 

Adventures with Dungeons & Dragons

5:00pm–7:45pm
Bedford Central Library
Games
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford STEM Lab
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

Chess Club

6:30pm–7:30pm
Bedford Central Library
Games
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Peaks Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
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
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. 

Edible Science - Graham Cracker Architecture

11:00am–12:00pm
Stewartsville Library
STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Library Branch: Stewartsville Library
Room: Stewartsville Community Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join the Stewartsville library on the second Saturday of every month for our Edible Science STEAM program, where participants learn scientific concepts through food experiments. 

Friends Board Game Cafe

12:00pm–3:00pm
Bedford Central Library
Games
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Peaks Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

FUN & GAMES!!

The Friends of the Bedford Public Library invite you to join us on the 2nd Saturday of each month for a fun afternoon playing board and tabletop games.  

Teen RPG Club: Dungeons & Dragons (Ages 12-18)

1:00pm–4:30pm
Forest Library
Games
Registration Required
Library Branch: Forest Library
Room: Forest Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for an epic adventure in the realm of Dungeons & Dragons on the 2nd Saturday of each month.

Holiday Paint Party: Tea Light Holders

3:00pm–5:00pm
Bedford Central Library
Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford STEM Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

A Little Light, A Lot of Cheer: Paint Your Personalized Holiday Glow

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!

Creative Constructors

4:30pm–5:30pm
Montvale Library
Arts & Crafts, Games, STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Library Branch: Montvale Library
Room: Montvale Community Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Children and Teens (ages 9-17) are invited to join us on the 3rd Tuesday of each month as we create incredible things with our imagination and LEGO blocks!

Chair Yoga

10:30am–11:30am
Moneta/SML Library
Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Library Branch: Moneta/SML Library
Room: Moneta Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join holistic health practitioner and licensed yoga instructor Rachel Milne for Chair Yoga. 

Teens and adults are welcome to come get moving at your library! Registration is requested.

Confessions of a Colorholic

2:00pm–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.

Fiber Club: Knitting and Crocheting.

3:00pm–5:00pm
Moneta/SML Library
Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Library Branch: Moneta/SML Library
Room: Moneta Community Room
Age Group: Family - All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

Adventures with Dungeons & Dragons

5:00pm–7:45pm
Bedford Central Library
Games
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford STEM Lab
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

Teen Art Night

6:00pm–7:30pm
Bedford Central Library
Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

Chess Club

6:30pm–7:30pm
Bedford Central Library
Games
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bedford Central Library
Room: Bedford Peaks Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
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
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. 

Mizfit Cosplayers of VA

6:00pm–9:00pm
Forest Library
Arts & Crafts, Workshop
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. 

Gremlins Movie Party

3:00pm–5:00pm
Forest Library
Movies
Registration Required
Library Branch: Forest Library
Room: Forest Community Room
Age Group: Family - All Ages, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Movies
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate Christmas with fun and chaos with a Gremlins movie party!