BOOK GROUPS
The Library currently supports and hosts several book groups. If you would like information about current groups, or if you are interested in starting a new group, contact Ann Cloonan at acloonan@bedfordfreelibrary.org
Need help choosing a title for your group to read – try this website.
Westchester Breathes
Monday, October 7
8:30 am - 9:15 am
Join this weekly online meditation group and start your week relaxed.
Register here
Fall Sip & Stitch
Wednesday, October 9
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Bring a crochet project you are working on or something you need assistance with.
Jen & Cassie will provide support and their expert crochet skills.
REGISTER HERE
Ask Addy/Technology Help
Thursday, October 10
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Need technology help? Why not set up an appointment with our new Student Technology Expert Addy.
He will help you with any technology questions you might have. Please bring your device and any passwords you may need.
Addie can also help you access our digital collections to download materials to your devices.
Sessions are in the Reading Room on the first floor.
REGISTER FOR A 30 MINUTE SESSION
Westchester Breathes
Monday, October 14
8:30 am - 9:15 am
Join this weekly online meditation group and start your week relaxed.
Register here
Women & Money
Wednesday, October 16
1:00 pm
Wednesdays @ 1pm via Zoom
October 16
November 13
December 11
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™, SE-AWMA™
Vice President, 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.
Fall Sip & Stitch
Wednesday, October 16
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Bring a crochet project you are working on or something you need assistance with.
Jen & Cassie will provide support and their expert crochet skills.
REGISTER HERE
Ask Addy/Technology Help
Thursday, October 17
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Need technology help? Why not set up an appointment with our new Student Technology Expert Addy.
He will help you with any technology questions you might have. Please bring your device and any passwords you may need.
Addie can also help you access our digital collections to download materials to your devices.
Sessions are in the Reading Room on the first floor.
REGISTER FOR A 30 MINUTE SESSION
Westchester Breathes
Monday, October 21
8:30 am - 9:15 am
Join this weekly online meditation group and start your week relaxed.
Register here
Fall Sip & Stitch
Wednesday, October 23
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Bring a crochet project you are working on or something you need assistance with.
Jen & Cassie will provide support and their expert crochet skills.
REGISTER HERE
Ask Addy/Technology Help
Thursday, October 24
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Need technology help? Why not set up an appointment with our new Student Technology Expert Addy.
He will help you with any technology questions you might have. Please bring your device and any passwords you may need.
Addie can also help you access our digital collections to download materials to your devices.
Sessions are in the Reading Room on the first floor.
REGISTER FOR A 30 MINUTE SESSION
Westchester Breathes
Monday, October 28
8:30 am - 9:15 am
Join this weekly online meditation group and start your week relaxed.
Register here
Fall Sip & Stitch
Wednesday, October 30
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Bring a crochet project you are working on or something you need assistance with.
Jen & Cassie will provide support and their expert crochet skills.
REGISTER HERE
Ask Addy/Technology Help
Thursday, October 31
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Need technology help? Why not set up an appointment with our new Student Technology Expert Addy.
He will help you with any technology questions you might have. Please bring your device and any passwords you may need.
Addie can also help you access our digital collections to download materials to your devices.
Sessions are in the Reading Room on the first floor.
REGISTER FOR A 30 MINUTE SESSION
Fall Sip & Stitch
Wednesday, November 6
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Bring a crochet project you are working on or something you need assistance with.
Jen & Cassie will provide support and their expert crochet skills.
REGISTER HERE
Ask Addy/Technology Help
Thursday, November 7
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Need technology help? Why not set up an appointment with our new Student Technology Expert Addy.
He will help you with any technology questions you might have. Please bring your device and any passwords you may need.
Addie can also help you access our digital collections to download materials to your devices.
Sessions are in the Reading Room on the first floor.
REGISTER FOR A 30 MINUTE SESSION
Women & Money
Wednesday, November 13
1:00 pm
Wednesdays @ 1pm via Zoom
November 13
December 11
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™, SE-AWMA™
Vice President, 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.
Fall Sip & Stitch
Wednesday, November 13
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Bring a crochet project you are working on or something you need assistance with.
Jen & Cassie will provide support and their expert crochet skills.
REGISTER HERE
Ask Addy/Technology Help
Thursday, November 14
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Need technology help? Why not set up an appointment with our new Student Technology Expert Addy.
He will help you with any technology questions you might have. Please bring your device and any passwords you may need.
Addie can also help you access our digital collections to download materials to your devices.
Sessions are in the Reading Room on the first floor.
REGISTER FOR A 30 MINUTE SESSION
Fall Sip & Stitch
Wednesday, November 20
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Bring a crochet project you are working on or something you need assistance with.
Jen & Cassie will provide support and their expert crochet skills.
REGISTER HERE
Ask Addy/Technology Help
Thursday, November 21
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Need technology help? Why not set up an appointment with our new Student Technology Expert Addy.
He will help you with any technology questions you might have. Please bring your device and any passwords you may need.
Addie can also help you access our digital collections to download materials to your devices.
Sessions are in the Reading Room on the first floor.
REGISTER FOR A 30 MINUTE SESSION
Women & Money
Wednesday, December 11
1:00 pm
Wednesdays @ 1pm via Zoom
December 11
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™, SE-AWMA™
Vice President, 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.