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This event is in the "Bedford Central Library" group
This event is in the "Big Island Library" group
This event is in the "Forest Library" group
This event is in the "Moneta/SML Library" group
This event is in the "Montvale Library" group
This event is in the "Stewartsville Library" group
This event is in the "Bedford Central Library" group
This event is in the "Big Island Library" group
This event is in the "Forest Library" group
This event is in the "Moneta/SML Library" group
This event is in the "Montvale Library" group
This event is in the "Stewartsville Library" group
Oct
13
2025
Mon
Closing
CLOSED FOR STAFF TRAINING DAY
Branches:
Bedford Central Library,
Big Island Library,
Forest Library,
Moneta/SML Library,
Montvale Library,
Stewartsville Library
Description:
ALL BPLS LOCATIONS WILL BE CLOSED FOR OUR ANNUAL STAFF TRAINING DAY.
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This event is in the "Bedford Central Library" group
Bedford Central Library
Health and Wellness
This event is in the "Bedford Central Library" group
Oct
17
2025
Fri
Tai Chi at the Library
9:30am–10:30am
Health and Wellness
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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.
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This event is in the "Bedford Central Library" group
Bedford Central Library
Story Times
This event is in the "Bedford Central Library" group
Oct
14
2025
Tue
Books 4 Fun
10:30am–11:30am
Story Times
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Bedford Central Library
Room:
Bedford Room
Age Group:
Preschool
Program Type:
Story Times
Event Details:
Books 4 Fun is our preschool story time for children ages 3 to 5. Join us for stories, songs, crafts, and activities geared towards engaging and entertaining your child.
This event is in the "Moneta/SML Library" group
Moneta/SML Library
Story Times
This event is in the "Moneta/SML Library" group
Oct
14
2025
Tue
Books 4 Fun
10:30am–11:30am
Story Times
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Moneta/SML Library
Room:
Moneta Community Room
Age Group:
Preschool
Program Type:
Story Times
Event Details:
Books 4 Fun is our preschool story time for children ages 3 to 5. Join us for stories, songs, crafts, and activities geared towards engaging and entertaining your child.
This event is in the "Forest Library" group
Forest Library
Story Times
This event is in the "Forest Library" group
Oct
14
2025
Tue
Books 4 Fun
10:30am–11:30am
Story Times
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Forest Library
Room:
Forest Community Room
Age Group:
Preschool
Program Type:
Story Times
Event Details:
Books 4 Fun is our preschool story time for children ages 3 to 5. Join us for stories, songs, crafts, and activities geared towards engaging and entertaining your child.
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This event is in the "Bedford Central Library" group
Bedford Central Library
Story Times
This event is in the "Bedford Central Library" group
Oct
15
2025
Wed
Rock-A-Bye Reader
10:30am–11:00am
Story Times
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Library Branch:
Bedford Central Library
Room:
Bedford Room
Age Group:
Preschool
Program Type:
Story Times
Event Details:
Rock-A-Bye Reader is a Lap Sit program focusing on action songs and movements that develop fine motor skills for newborns and children up to age 23 months.
This event is in the "Forest Library" group
Forest Library
Story Times
This event is in the "Forest Library" group
Oct
15
2025
Wed
Books 4 Fun
10:30am–11:30am
Story Times
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Forest Library
Room:
Forest Community Room
Age Group:
Preschool
Program Type:
Story Times
Event Details:
Books 4 Fun is our preschool story time for children ages 3 to 5. Join us for stories, songs, crafts, and activities geared towards engaging and entertaining your child.
This event is in the "Moneta/SML Library" group
Moneta/SML Library
Story Times
This event is in the "Moneta/SML Library" group
Oct
15
2025
Wed
Rock-A-Bye Reader
10:30am–11:30am
Story Times
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Moneta/SML Library
Room:
Moneta Community Room
Age Group:
Preschool
Program Type:
Story Times
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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This event is in the "Big Island Library" group
Big Island Library
Story Times
This event is in the "Big Island Library" group
Oct
16
2025
Thu
Books 4 Fun
10:30am–11:30am
Story Times
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Library Branch:
Big Island Library
Room:
Big Island Movie Area
Age Group:
Preschool
Program Type:
Story Times
Event Details:
Books 4 Fun is our preschool story time for children ages 3 to 5. Join us for stories, songs, crafts, and activities geared towards engaging and entertaining your child.
This event is in the "Stewartsville Library" group
Stewartsville Library
Story Times
This event is in the "Stewartsville Library" group
Oct
16
2025
Thu
Books 4 Fun
10:30am–11:30am
Story Times
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Stewartsville Library
Room:
Stewartsville Community Room
Age Group:
Preschool
Program Type:
Story Times
Event Details:
Books 4 Fun is our preschool story time for children ages 3 to 5. Join us for stories, songs, crafts, and activities geared towards engaging and entertaining your child.
This event is in the "Moneta/SML Library" group
Moneta/SML Library
Health and Wellness
This event is in the "Moneta/SML Library" group
Oct
16
2025
Thu
Chair Yoga
10:30am–11:30am
Health and Wellness
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Moneta/SML Library
Room:
Moneta Community Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Health and Wellness
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.
This event is in the "Montvale Library" group
Montvale Library
Story Times
This event is in the "Montvale Library" group
Oct
16
2025
Thu
Rock-A-Bye Reader
10:30am–11:30am
Story Times
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Montvale Library
Room:
Montvale Community Room
Age Group:
Preschool
Program Type:
Story Times
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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This event is in the "Stewartsville Library" group
Stewartsville Library
Story Times
This event is in the "Stewartsville Library" group
Oct
17
2025
Fri
Rock-A-Bye Reader
10:30am–11:30am
Story Times
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Stewartsville Library
Room:
Stewartsville Community Room
Age Group:
Preschool
Program Type:
Story Times
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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This event is in the "Forest Library" group
This event is in the "Forest Library" group
Oct
18
2025
Sat
Mid-Autumn Festival Lantern DIY Workshop
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Forest Library
Room:
Forest Community Room
Purpose of Meeting
Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with light and creativity! One in Christ Church is offering a hands-on lantern-making workshop where you’ll design and decorate your own lantern.
This event is in the "Stewartsville Library" group
Stewartsville Library
Movies
This event is in the "Stewartsville Library" group
Oct
18
2025
Sat
Family Movie Morning - Scooby Doo on Zombie Island
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Stewartsville Library
Room:
Stewartsville Community Room
Age Group:
Family - All Ages
Program Type:
Movies
Event Details:
Join the Stewartsville Library for a family-friendly movie for all ages. This month's movie will be the 90s cartoon classic: Scooby Doo on Zombie Island! Light refreshments will be provided. Please register to reserve a spot.
This event is in the "Forest Library" group
This event is in the "Forest Library" group
Oct
18
2025
Sat
Teen Creative Writing Club
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Forest Library
Room:
Forest Outside
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Workshop
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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This event is in the "Big Island Library" group
Big Island Library
Performances
This event is in the "Big Island Library" group
Oct
14
2025
Tue
Opera on the James presents The Billy Goats Gruff
11:30am–12:30pm
Performances
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Library Branch:
Big Island Library
Room:
Big Island Movie Area
Age Group:
Family - All Ages
Program Type:
Performances
Event Details:
A fun time for families and kids of all ages!
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This event is in the "Bedford Central Library" group
Bedford Central Library
Story Times
This event is in the "Bedford Central Library" group
Oct
15
2025
Wed
Toddler Time
11:15am–11:45am
Story Times
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Library Branch:
Bedford Central Library
Room:
Bedford Room
Age Group:
Preschool
Program Type:
Story Times
Event Details:
Come join us for our interactive story time for children ages 2 to 3 years old - Toddler Time! This story time will feature books, movement songs, scarves, parachutes, crafts, and musical instruments.
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This event is in the "Forest Library" group
Forest Library
Performances
This event is in the "Forest Library" group
Oct
15
2025
Wed
Opera on the James presents The Billy Goats Gruff
12:00pm–1:00pm
Performances
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Forest Library
Room:
Forest Community Room
Age Group:
Family - All Ages
Program Type:
Performances
Event Details:
A fun time for families and kids of all ages!
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This event is in the "Forest Library" group
Forest Library
Book Clubs
This event is in the "Forest Library" group
Oct
13
2025
Mon
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Forest Library
Room:
Forest Community Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Event Details:
The Forest Friends Book Club meets every 2nd Monday of the month at 1:00 PM. Join us to read and discuss our Book of the Month! Open to anyone.
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This event is in the "Forest Library" group
Forest Library
Gardening,
Lectures
This event is in the "Forest Library" group
Oct
18
2025
Sat
Herbs: More Than Just a Pretty Face presented by The Bedford Area Master Gardeners
1:30pm–3:00pm
Gardening,
Lectures
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Forest Library
Room:
Forest Community Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Gardening,
Lectures
Event Details:
Discover the Wonderful World of Herbs with the Master Gardeners! This class will cover a variety of topics...
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This event is in the "Montvale Library" group
Montvale Library
Arts & Crafts
This event is in the "Montvale Library" group
Oct
14
2025
Tue
Stitchin' Chicks
2:00pm–4:00pm
Arts & Crafts
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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!
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This event is in the "Montvale Library" group
Montvale Library
Arts & Crafts
This event is in the "Montvale Library" group
Oct
16
2025
Thu
Confessions of a Colorholic
2:00pm–4:00pm
Arts & Crafts
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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.
This event is in the "Big Island Library" group
Big Island Library
STEM/STEAM
This event is in the "Big Island Library" group
Oct
16
2025
Thu
STEAM Club: Cotton Ball Launcher Edition
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Big Island Library
Room:
Big Island Community Room
Age Group:
Kids
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM
Event Details:
Children in Kindergarten through 5th Grade are invited to join us each month as we explore the wonderful world of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math)! Each month, there will be a new topic.
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This event is in the "Bedford Central Library" group
Bedford Central Library
Performances
This event is in the "Bedford Central Library" group
Oct
14
2025
Tue
Opera on the James presents The Billy Goats Gruff
3:00pm–4:00pm
Performances
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Library Branch:
Bedford Central Library
Room:
Bedford Main Library Area
Age Group:
Family - All Ages
Program Type:
Performances
Event Details:
A fun time for families and kids of all ages!
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This event is in the "Moneta/SML Library" group
Moneta/SML Library
Performances
This event is in the "Moneta/SML Library" group
Oct
15
2025
Wed
Opera on the James presents The Billy Goats Gruff
3:00pm–4:00pm
Performances
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Moneta/SML Library
Room:
Moneta Main Library Area
Age Group:
Family - All Ages
Program Type:
Performances
Event Details:
A fun time for families and kids of all ages!
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This event is in the "Montvale Library" group
Montvale Library
Gardening,
Lectures
This event is in the "Montvale Library" group
Oct
14
2025
Tue
Herbs: More Than Just a Pretty Face presented by The Bedford Area Master Gardeners
5:00pm–6:30pm
Gardening,
Lectures
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Montvale Library
Room:
Montvale Community Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Gardening,
Lectures
Event Details:
Discover the Wonderful World of Herbs with the Master Gardeners! This class will cover a variety of topics...
This event is in the "Forest Library" group
Forest Library
Arts & Crafts
This event is in the "Forest Library" group
Oct
14
2025
Tue
I'm No Van Gogh Paint Night
5:00pm–8:00pm
Arts & Crafts
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Library Branch:
Forest Library
Room:
Forest Community Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
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.
This event is in the "Stewartsville Library" group
Stewartsville Library
Book Clubs
This event is in the "Stewartsville Library" group
Oct
14
2025
Tue
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Stewartsville Library
Room:
Stewartsville Community Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Event Details:
Join other readers on the second Tuesday of each month to discuss a different book and meet other members of your community!
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This event is in the "Bedford Central Library" group
Bedford Central Library
Games
This event is in the "Bedford Central Library" group
Oct
16
2025
Thu
Adventures with Dungeons & Dragons
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Bedford Central Library
Room:
Bedford STEM Lab
Age Group:
Kids,
Teens
Program Type:
Games
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.
This event is in the "Moneta/SML Library" group
Moneta/SML Library
Arts & Crafts
This event is in the "Moneta/SML Library" group
Oct
16
2025
Thu
Make a Friendship Star Block with the Lake Quilters Guild
5:30pm–7:30pm
Arts & Crafts
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Library Branch:
Moneta/SML Library
Room:
Moneta Community Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Come and explore how to make a Friendship Star Block with members of the Lake Quilters Guild!
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This event is in the "Bedford Central Library" group
Bedford Central Library
Arts & Crafts
This event is in the "Bedford Central Library" group
Oct
16
2025
Thu
Teen Art Night
6:00pm–7:30pm
Arts & Crafts
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Library Branch:
Bedford Central Library
Room:
Bedford Room
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Teens age 12 and up are invited to join us on the 3rd Thursday of every month for Teen Art Night.
This event is in the "Bedford Central Library" group
Bedford Central Library
Games
This event is in the "Bedford Central Library" group
Oct
16
2025
Thu
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Bedford Central Library
Room:
Bedford Peaks Room
Age Group:
Kids,
Teens
Program Type:
Games
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)!
This event is in the "Forest Library" group
Forest Library
Community Events
This event is in the "Forest Library" group
Oct
16
2025
Thu
Warrior Success Academy
6:30pm–7:30pm
Community Events
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Library Branch:
Forest Library
Room:
Forest Community Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Community Events
Event Details:
Join us tonight as we learn practical holiday safety and self-protection skills, and practice techniques that are effective regardless of your size or physical strength.
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This event is in the "Forest Library" group
Forest Library
Arts & Crafts,
Workshop
This event is in the "Forest Library" group
Oct
18
2025
Sat
Mizfit Cosplayers of VA
6:00pm–9:00pm
Arts & Crafts,
Workshop
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Library Branch:
Forest Library
Room:
Forest Community Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Workshop
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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