Friday and Saturday, April 18 &19
The Library will be closed for the holiday weekend.
Can’t wait for a book or a movie? Check out selections on Libby/Overdrive and Kanopy.
Creative Aging: Storytelling with Photography
Weekly, Mondays, March 3-April 21, 1:00-3:00pm.
Telling a story can take different forms. Words. Drawings. Photos. Words with drawings. Words with Photos. Photos with words.
What kind of photos? Portraits? Landscapes? Details?
In this workshop, participants will concentrate on using photography and creating a rough outline of photo possibilities to tell a story of a person, place or event that they wish to investigate, document and share. They will use knowledge of light, composition, tonality and options on their 35mm digital camera or phone camera.
Participants must have their own digital camera or iPhone.
This program is made possible through a generous donation from David Worby.
Stories, Songs and Surprises
Thursday, April 17
11:15 – 11:45 am
This Week’s Theme: Humpty Dumpty
Join us for weekly Storytime in the Library with Mrs. Crummy.
Adult Programs
Creative Aging: Storytelling with Photography
Monday, April 21
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Telling a story can take different forms. Words. Drawings. Photos. Words with drawings. Words with Photos. Photos with words.
What kind of photos? Portraits? Landscapes? Details?
In this workshop, participants will concentrate on using photography and creating a rough outline of photo possibilities to tell a story of a person, place or event that they wish to investigate, document and share. They will use knowledge of light, composition, tonality and options on their 35mm digital camera or phone camera.
They will explore locations, settings, timing options and genres of visual art to explore ways to express their ideas.
This class is for older adults who like to be challenged and are able to commit to the entire eight weeks. The class will culminate with an art show (date to be decided).
Participants must have their own digital camera or iPhone.
This program is made possible through a generous donation from David Worby.
“Six American Poets” a Dr. Diyanni Mini-course
Wednesday, April 23
4:00 pm - 5:15 pm
Celebrate National Poetry month at the Library. Join us for a series of three conversations about major American poets of the 19th and 20th centuries. We will sample poems of Walt Whitman and Emily Dickinson, Wallace Stevens and William Carlos Williams, Langston Hughes and Robert Frost. All the poems can be found in Six American Poets: An Anthology, edited by Joel Conarroe.
Robert DiYanni is a professor of humanities at New York University. His latest book is You Are What You Read—A Practical Guide to Reading Well; forthcoming later this year is Read for Your Life—How Literature Can Enrich Your Life.
Winter Sip & Stitch with Loop de Loop
Wednesday, April 23
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Bring a crochet project you are working on or something you may need advice or assistance with. Jen & Cassie will provide support and their expert crochet skills. Joining a group is a good way to hold yourself accountable and meet other crochet lovers in a relaxed friendly environment.
Children's Programs
Children and Young Adult Poetry Contest
Tuesday, March 25 - April 30
All Day
For Poets Ages 6 to 18
Deadline: April 30
Celebrate National Poetry Month! Showcase your creativity through poetry!
Poems will be judged and prizes will be awarded in several age groups.
Pick up an entry form at the Library or download from our website.
Bedford Babies Winter 2025
Tuesday, April 22
10:00 am
For babies 11 months or younger and their parents
February 25 March 4, 11,18, 25 & April 1, 22, 29
This 8 week program is the perfect opportunity for new parents and their babies to:
- Discuss parenting concerns
- Meet other parents
Adrian Kalikow is a Certified Parent Coach who will facilitate discussions on everything that is on the minds of the parents involved in the everyday work of welcoming, loving and raising a baby.
This program is full. To be added to the waitlist, please contact Children’s Librarian Kelly Crummy at kcrummy@bedfordfreelibrary.org.
Baby Bounce & Rhyme, Winter 2025
Wednesday, April 23
9:30 am - 10:00 am
Babies ages 4 – 12 months accompanied by an adult
Session 1: February 26, March 5, 12, 19, 26
Session 2: April 2, 9, 23, 30 & May 7
With Sandi of Musical Munchkins
As space is limited, please only register for one session.
Both session 1 and session 2 are full. To be added to the waitlist, please email Childrens Librarian at kcrummy@bedfordfreelibrary.org.
Baby Bounce & Rhyme Information
Young Adult Programs
Children and Young Adult Poetry Contest
Tuesday, March 25 - April 30
All Day
For Poets Ages 6 to 18
Deadline: April 30
Celebrate National Poetry Month! Showcase your creativity through poetry!
Poems will be judged and prizes will be awarded in several age groups.
Pick up an entry form at the Library or download from our website.
Getting Started with the College Process
Tuesday, April 29
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
For High School Sophmores, Juniors, Parents
On Zoom
Are you a high school sophomore or junior or the parent of one who is feeling overwhelmed by starting the college application process? Join Mollie Reznick from The College Connection in this virtual workshop. She’ll guide you through the essential steps to kickstart your journey to higher education.
- Behind the scenes perspective on how colleges assess students
- Tips on how to start determining “best fit” colleges
- Advice on getting the most out of college visits
- Top resources for college research
- Q&A session to address all your burning questions
Mollie Reznick has worked with a diverse range of students, helping them find their ideal college match — whether it’s a large state school, a small liberal arts college, or a highly selective university. With experience visiting over 100 campuses nationwide, she brings extensive knowledge to her work and believes strongly in the transformative power of higher education.
Thank you to Bedford Hills Free Library for organizing this event.
Ice Cream Social & Poetry Contest Winners
Wednesday, May 21
3:00 pm
Location: Fellowship Hall at Bedford Presbyterian Church
All are welcome
Winners of Poetry Contest will be announced at 3:30pm
- Free of charge
- Make your own sundae
- M&M guessing game
Many thanks to Bedford Presbyterian Church for the use of Fellowship Hall.
No registration required.