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Tuesday Preschool Crafts
Tuesday, December 5
3:30 – 5:00
Drop in Craft
Ages 3-5
Once a month on Tuesdays this Fall we will supply materials and directions for preschoolers and caregivers to make a craft together.
This is geared for preschoolers ages 3-5 but can be fun for the whole family.
- December 5: Holiday Ornaments
- No registration necessary
Women and Money Series
Wednesdays @ 1pm via Zoom
December 13
January 10
February 14
March 13
April 10
May 15
June 12
The Women and Money series is back by popular demand!
How to Make Sense of Today’s Financial Markets hosted by Julia Strayer, CPWA®, CIMA®, CRPC® and Liz Maccarone, CRPC®
Adult Programs
Downloading with Charlie
Thursday, December 7
3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Thursdays, 3:30-5:30
Signup for a one on one session with Charlie and learn to download digital materials. Charlie will show you how to download an ebook or audiobook to your Kindle, iPad or iPhone or Android device. Please bring your device, library card and Apple and Amazon information.
Westchester Breathes
Monday, December 11
9:30 am - 10:30 am
This wellness program offers instruction in simple, effective breathing and
movement exercises and is suitable for all ages. It has been especially
valuable for those experiencing stress and anxiety.
Women and Money
Wednesday, December 13
1:00 pm
Wednesdays @ 1pm via Zoom
November 15
December 13
January 10
February 14
March 13
April 10
May 15
June 12
The Women and Money series is back by popular demand!
How to Make Sense of Today’s Financial Markets hosted by Julia Strayer, CPWA®, CIMA®, CRPC® and Liz Maccarone, CRPC®
Bios:
Julia Strayer, CPWA®, CIMA®, CRPC®
Senior Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor
Prior to joining Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2000, Julia was a vice president and private banker for BankBoston’s Private Bank for 7 years, responsible for asset management and trust services. Previously, Julia worked in marketing for 9 years with Merrill. Julia has a BA from Ohio State University and an MBA from New York University’s Stern School of Business. Julia has appeared on the CNBC show “Power Lunch,” CBS “This Morning,” WGCH’s “Women in Business,” in addition to featured articles in USA Today.
Liz Maccarone, CRPC®
Senior Financial Advisor
Liz joined Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2012. Liz works closely with high-net-worth individuals and their families to create personalized and comprehensive strategies that support their goals, including investment management, retirement planning, liability management, and multigenerational planning. Liz values the importance of establishing and cultivating relationships with families including the next generation.
Liz graduated from Fairfield University with a dual bachelor’s degree in Finance and Marketing. She began her career working at a boutique investment firm as a Business Development Associate, specializing in commodities and futures trading.
Children's Programs
Stories, Songs, & Surprises
Thursday, December 7
11:15 am
This Week’s Theme: Milk & Cookies
Join us for weekly Storytime in the Library with Mrs. Crummy.
Stories, Songs, & Surprises
Thursday, December 14
11:15 am
This Week’s Theme: Choo Choo Trains
Join us for weekly Storytime in the Library with Mrs. Crummy.
Create With Christa: Elf Yourself
Thursday, December 14
3:15 pm - 4:00 pm
Grades PreK – 5
Come create an ELF family, all you have to do is provide pictures of your family.
This program is full. To be added to the waitlist, please contact Children’s Librarian Kelly Crummy at kcrummy@bedfordfreelibrary.org