Canasta Meet Up
Tuesday, June 6
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Meets on Tuesdays at 10am
Canasta players or those looking to learn are invited to join our friendly and inclusive group. Canasta is a fun game that anyone can learn. All levels of play are welcome.
If you would like to participate, please send an email to acloonan@bedfordfreelibrary.org with your contact information and skill level.
Tales on the Trails
Tuesday, June 6
10:30 am
Tuesday, May 16 and June 6
Family Event for children 2 years and older
Come to one or both storytimes
Bedford Free Library and the BRLA are partnering to bring you a short kid-friendly trail hike + storytime in the woods with Kelly Crummy.
Registration is required @bedfordfreelibrary.org. Registration is open.
Crafting Circle
Wednesday, June 7
1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Bring your hand crafting projects and enjoy and afternoon of creativity at the library. The group will meet in the Biography room.
Stories, Songs & Surprises
Thursday, June 8
11:15 am
This Week’s Theme: Dragons
Join us for weekly Storytime in the Library with Mrs. Crummy.
Tech Thursday with Charlie
Thursday, June 8
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Need help downloading a book? Need help with your new phone?
Our in house tech expert Charlie can help you with all your technology questions.
Please bring your device and any passwords you need. Registration required!
Storytime at Rochambeau Farm
Saturday, June 10
11:00 am
Family event
Saturday, June 10th
Rain or Shine
11:00 am
Join Mrs.Crummy for a special Storytime at Rochambeau Farm with stories, music, and food.
214 W Patent Rd, Mt Kisco, NY 10549
rochambeaufarmny.com
Canasta Meet Up
Tuesday, June 13
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Meets on Tuesdays at 10am
Canasta players or those looking to learn are invited to join our friendly and inclusive group. Canasta is a fun game that anyone can learn. All levels of play are welcome.
If you would like to participate, please send an email to acloonan@bedfordfreelibrary.org with your contact information and skill level.
Battle of the Books Information Session – 6/13
Tuesday, June 13
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Entering grades 4 – 12 in Fall 2023
Informational KICK OFF Party!
Tuesday, May 16 at Katonah Library or
Tuesday, June 13 at Bedford Free Library
Both meetings will be at 5 PM
*You may come to one or both meetings
Pizza will be served
WHAT IS THE BATTLE OF THE BOOKS?
Battle of the Books is a book-based trivia tournament for those entering Grades 4 – 12. Team Bedford will have a team in the Grades 4 – 7 and 6 – 12 age groups. The teams will compete by answering trivia questions based on the five books for their age group. Battle event takes place in October.
Register online @ bedfordfreelibrary.org
Women and Money
Wednesday, June 14
1:00 pm
Wednesdays @ 1pm via Zoom
June 14
July 12
August 9
September 13
October 11
November 15
December 13
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.
Knitting With Margaret on Zoom
Wednesday, June 14
4:00 pm
Wednesdays @ 4:oopm
Meets Every Other Week
May 31, June 14, & June 28
Join this lively group of knitters to sare projects and ideas during this virtual knitting circle!
If you have any questions, lease contact Margaret at maggscott @aol.com.
Summer Kickoff: Dr. Dolittle’s World
Wednesday, June 14
5:00 pm
Historical Hall
Family Event
David Engel Entertainment presents: Dr. Dolittle’s World
Our wild world is full of animals and insects who cooperate. Doctor Dolittle reminds us of our friends who live in prides, packs, swarms, schools & flocks, and reconnects us with what makes us all so special.
- Learn about READsquared, Our online Summer reading game
- Learn about our summer programs
- Register for Book Buddies
Thank you to Bedford Village Chowder and Marching Club for sponsoring this program.
Registration is required, please register online.
Stories, Songs & Surprises
Thursday, June 15
11:15 am
This Week’s Theme: Time for Trucks & Father’s Day
Join us for weekly Storytime in the Library with Mrs. Crummy.
Tech Thursday with Charlie
Thursday, June 15
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Need help downloading a book? Need help with your new phone?
Our in house tech expert Charlie can help you with all your technology questions.
Please bring your device and any passwords you need. Registration required!
Summer Reading With Friends
Thursday, June 15
3:15 pm
Kick Off Meeting
Book Groups for kids entering 6, 7 and 8th Grades
You have to do your summer reading assignments, why not do it with friends?
Come to the first kick off meeting:
*Pizza Lunch and Ice Cream
* Read books with friends
*Discuss summer reading assignments as a group
*Meet new friends in your grade & share book ideas.
*Books from your school Summer reading lists will be available at the Library
Registration is necessary, please register at bedfordfreelibrary.org
Register Here
More Information
Truck Day 2023
Saturday, June 17
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Event will be held at
Bedford Village Elementary School
45 Court Road
Bedford, NY
Come see trucks of all shapes and sizes.
All our welcome! Great Father’s Day activity!
Canasta Meet Up
Tuesday, June 20
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Meets on Tuesdays at 10am
Canasta players or those looking to learn are invited to join our friendly and inclusive group. Canasta is a fun game that anyone can learn. All levels of play are welcome.
If you would like to participate, please send an email to acloonan@bedfordfreelibrary.org with your contact information and skill level.
Crafting Circle
Wednesday, June 21
1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Bring your hand crafting projects and enjoy and afternoon of creativity at the library. The group will meet in the Biography room.
Stories, Songs & Surprises
Thursday, June 22
11:15 am
This Week’s Theme: Pout Pout Fish
Join us for weekly Storytime in the Library with Mrs. Crummy.
Tech Thursday with Charlie
Thursday, June 22
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Need help downloading a book? Need help with your new phone?
Our in house tech expert Charlie can help you with all your technology questions.
Please bring your device and any passwords you need. Registration required!
Canasta Meet Up
Tuesday, June 27
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Meets on Tuesdays at 10am
Canasta players or those looking to learn are invited to join our friendly and inclusive group. Canasta is a fun game that anyone can learn. All levels of play are welcome.
If you would like to participate, please send an email to acloonan@bedfordfreelibrary.org with your contact information and skill level.
Knitting With Margaret on Zoom
Wednesday, June 28
4:00 pm
Wednesdays @ 4:oopm
Meets Every Other Week
May 31, June 14, & June 28
Join this lively group of knitters to sare projects and ideas during this virtual knitting circle!
If you have any questions, lease contact Margaret at maggscott @aol.com.
Creative Mending
Wednesday, June 28
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Grades 6 – 12
Wednesdays: June 28, July 26, August 23
Come to one session or come to all
Join Maureen to Stitch and Sew. This mending workshop will show you how to fix old items of clothing, linens and household objects by turning tears and flaws into beautiful features. Create repairs that blend in, as well as bold or whimsical visible designs that add personality and fun. Supplies will be provided.
Stories, Songs & Surprises
Thursday, June 29
11:15 am
This Week’s Theme: Hello Summer
Join us for weekly Storytime in the Library with Mrs. Crummy.
Tech Thursday with Charlie
Thursday, June 29
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Need help downloading a book? Need help with your new phone?
Our in house tech expert Charlie can help you with all your technology questions.
Please bring your device and any passwords you need. Registration required!
Tech Thursday with Charlie
Thursday, July 6
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Need help downloading a book? Need help with your new phone?
Our in house tech expert Charlie can help you with all your technology questions.
Please bring your device and any passwords you need. Registration required!
Baby Bounce & Rhyme Summer 2023
Wednesday, July 12
9:30 am - 10:00 am
Wednesdays 9:30- 10:00 AM
Babies ages 4 – 12 months accompanied by an adult
Session 1: July 12, 19, 26
Session 2: August 2, 9, 16
With Angeline of Musical Munchkins
As space is limited, please only register for one session.
Musical Mother Goose Summer 2023
Wednesday, July 12
10:15 am - 11:00 am
Ages 12 -30 months accompanied by an adult
Wednesdays 10:15- 11:00 AM
Session 1: July 12, 19, 26
Session 2: August 2, 9, 16
With Angeline of Musical Munchkins
As space is limited, please only register for one session.
Session 1 is full. Please contact Kelly Crummy to be added to a waitlist at kcrummy@bedfordfreelibrary.org
Women and Money
Wednesday, July 12
1:00 pm
Wednesdays @ 1pm via Zoom
June 14
July 12
August 9
September 13
October 11
November 15
December 13
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.
Tech Thursday with Charlie
Thursday, July 13
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Need help downloading a book? Need help with your new phone?
Our in house tech expert Charlie can help you with all your technology questions.
Please bring your device and any passwords you need. Registration required!
Baby Bounce & Rhyme Summer 2023
Wednesday, July 19
9:30 am - 10:00 am
Wednesdays 9:30- 10:00 AM
Babies ages 4 – 12 months accompanied by an adult
Session 1: July 12, 19, 26
Session 2: August 2, 9, 16
With Angeline of Musical Munchkins
As space is limited, please only register for one session.
Musical Mother Goose Summer 2023
Wednesday, July 19
10:15 am - 11:00 am
Ages 12 -30 months accompanied by an adult
Wednesdays 10:15- 11:00 AM
Session 1: July 12, 19, 26
Session 2: August 2, 9, 16
With Angeline of Musical Munchkins
As space is limited, please only register for one session.
Session 1 is full. Please contact Kelly Crummy to be added to a waitlist at kcrummy@bedfordfreelibrary.org
Tech Thursday with Charlie
Thursday, July 20
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Need help downloading a book? Need help with your new phone?
Our in house tech expert Charlie can help you with all your technology questions.
Please bring your device and any passwords you need. Registration required!
Baby Bounce & Rhyme Summer 2023
Wednesday, July 26
9:30 am - 10:00 am
Wednesdays 9:30- 10:00 AM
Babies ages 4 – 12 months accompanied by an adult
Session 1: July 12, 19, 26
Session 2: August 2, 9, 16
With Angeline of Musical Munchkins
As space is limited, please only register for one session.
Musical Mother Goose Summer 2023
Wednesday, July 26
10:15 am - 11:00 am
Ages 12 -30 months accompanied by an adult
Wednesdays 10:15- 11:00 AM
Session 1: July 12, 19, 26
Session 2: August 2, 9, 16
With Angeline of Musical Munchkins
As space is limited, please only register for one session.
Session 1 is full. Please contact Kelly Crummy to be added to a waitlist at kcrummy@bedfordfreelibrary.org
Creative Mending
Wednesday, July 26
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Grades 6 – 12
Wednesdays: June 28, July 26, August 23
Come to one session or come to all
Join Maureen to Stitch and Sew. This mending workshop will show you how to fix old items of clothing, linens and household objects by turning tears and flaws into beautiful features. Create repairs that blend in, as well as bold or whimsical visible designs that add personality and fun. Supplies will be provided.
Tech Thursday with Charlie
Thursday, July 27
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Need help downloading a book? Need help with your new phone?
Our in house tech expert Charlie can help you with all your technology questions.
Please bring your device and any passwords you need. Registration required!
Sew Much Fun Mini-Camp
Monday, July 31
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Must commit to all 4 sessions. No exceptions!
Grades 4 and up. Space is limited.
This is for Beginning Sewers
Learn the basics of sewing with two library staffers who have been sewing their whole lives! A true hands on class, participants will learn the fundamentals of sewing and have their own sewing machine to practice new skills.
This program is underwritten by Bedford Village Chowder and Marching Club.
Registration required, please register online.
Sew Much Fun Mini-Camp
Tuesday, August 1
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Must commit to all 4 sessions. No exceptions!
Grades 4 and up. Space is limited.
This is for Beginning Sewers
Learn the basics of sewing with two library staffers who have been sewing their whole lives! A true hands on class, participants will learn the fundamentals of sewing and have their own sewing machine to practice new skills.
This program is underwritten by Bedford Village Chowder and Marching Club.
Registration required, please register online.
Baby Bounce & Rhyme Summer 2023
Wednesday, August 2
9:30 am - 10:00 am
Wednesdays 9:30- 10:00 AM
Babies ages 4 – 12 months accompanied by an adult
Session 1: July 12, 19, 26
Session 2: August 2, 9, 16
With Angeline of Musical Munchkins
As space is limited, please only register for one session.