Author Archives: Alix Townley

Closed for Holiday Weekend

Friday and Saturday, July 4 & 5 The Library will be closed for the 4th of July holiday weekend. Can’t wait for a book or a movie?  Check out selections on Libby/Overdrive and Kanopy. Libby/Overdrive Kanopy  

Tuesday Back Porch Craft

This is geared for preschoolers ages 3-5. Families are welcome. Tuesdays in July we will supply materials and directions for you to make a craft. This event will be on the back porch between 3:00-5:00PM July 15: Colorful Mosaic July 22: Watercolor Sharks July 29: Fruit Loop Barbell No Registration required, supplies on a first

Creative Aging: Crafting Unique 3D Books

Wednesdays June 25, July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 1:00 – 3:00 pm This course aims to ignite creativity by exploring diverse techniques in paper engineering, altering, and three-dimensional bookmaking. The process provides an opportunity to transform memories and oral histories into meaningful visual representations. Participants can honor their communities and families, preserving stories and

Truck Day 2025

Truck Day is happening today! We have decided to go ahead with perhaps a few raindrops but mostly cloudy skies, Stop by and meet our awesome emergency vehicle and truck operators!  Saturday, June 14 Location: Bedford Village Elementary School 45 Court Road Bedford, NY All Ages Welcome Free to the public 10am – 1pm Come

Battle of the Books Information Session

Wednesday, June 18 5:00 – 5:45 pm For students entering Grades 4 – 7 Love to read? Love trivia? Join our team for Battle of the Books 2025! Battle of the Books is a Westchester-wide program where teams from different public libraries compete on their knowledge of the same five books. Bedford Free Library will

Community Helper Storytime

Thursday, June 12 11:15am For Preschool Age We will have guest story readers from our community, along with songs, surprises and a special craft. No Registration required. More Information

YA Summer Kickoff

Thursday, June 12 3:00 – 4:00pm For Students Entering Grades 6 and up Come for ice cream and board games to celebrate the start of summer! Bring Friends Eat ice cream Win Prizes! Registration is required at bedfordfreelibrary.org. Register Here More Information

Summer Reading Game for K-5 and 6-12

For Children entering K – 5 Children’s READsquared Summer Reading Program, 6/12 – 8/6 Here’s how it works: Read for one hour and earn a sticker to put on your reading log Read for two hours and earn raffle tickets for a chance to win a gift certificate We will have weekly raffle drawings throughout

Storytime at Rochambeau Farm with Mrs. Crummy

Saturday, June 7 11:00am Family Event Rochambeau Farm 214 W Patent Rd, Mt Kisco, NY 10549 rochambeaufarmny.com RAIN OR SHINE: Event will be held inside the barn Bring a blanket Pizza is avaliable for purchase No registration required More Information                  

Tales on the Trails

Tuesday, May 20 10:30 AM Family event for children ages 2 and older 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. Please register online. Register Here More Information                

Pajama Storytime

Thursday, May 1 6:00- 6:45 pm Ages PreK – 2nd Grade Join us for a special evening storytime with Mrs. Crummy. All are welcome to wear pajamas and bring stuffed animals and blankets. This is not a drop off event! *Milk & Cookies will be served Registration is required.  Please register online. Register Here More

Ice Cream Social & Poetry Contest Awards

TODAY Wednesday, May 21 @3:00pm Fellowship Hall at Bedford Presbyterian Church Family Event, All are welcome! Winners of the Poetry Contest will be announced at 3:30pm Make your own sundae M&M guessing game Free of charge, no registration necessary Ice cream from Bedford Candy Bar! Many thanks to Bedford Presbyterian Church for the use of

Summer Kickoff Event with Two by Two Animal Haven

Wednesday, June 11 5:00 – 6:00 pm Family Event Join us for Summer Reading Kickoff event! Two by Two Animal Haven is a family owned traveling animal program whose purpose is to educate the public about animals, their welfare and conservation. Their programs foster kindness and empathy for all living things. The event will be

Infant Feeding Support Group

Fridays: March 7, April 4, May 2, June 13, July 11, August 8 10:00 – 11:00 am  Attend one session or all Join local parent Alex White, Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and Postpartum Doula, for a support group on all things Infant feeding. Bring your baby, your questions, or your desire to have a cup

10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease

Thursday, February 20 7:00 – 8:00 pm Zoom Event Alzheimer’s is not normal aging; it’s a disease of the brain that causes problems with memory, thinking and behavior. This course helps caregivers recognize common signs of the disease in themselves and others and identify next steps to take, including how to talk to their doctor.

Opening at 1pm – Thursday, 2/6

Due to the weather, we will be opening at 1pm Story Time is canceled today All other programs and activities scheduled this afternoon are still happening! Need a book, magazine or movie?  Check out our digital collection at: Libby/OverDrive Kanopy or Kanopy Kids  

High School Writing Contest 2025

For high school students who attend school or reside in the Bedford Central School District Deadline Extended: Now Due Friday, February 28 @ 5PM CATEGORIES Fiction & Nonfiction Prizes:  First Place $100 Second Place $50 Third Place $25 All entries must be submitted by email as a PDF to atownley@bedfordfreelibrary.org The Bedford Free Library High

Crafts for the Community: Valentine’s

Tuesday & Wednesday 2/4 -2/5 3:00 – 5:00 pm Drop-In Craft Grades 5 and up The Library will have supplies to make Valentine cards and decorate treat bags for Health Care Providers in our community. *Community service hours will be given More Information And…Adult Valentine’s Cards Tuesday, February 4   3:00 – 5:00pm Drop-in event for

WLS APP – Redesign

WLS will be launching a new app mid-January.  In the meantime, the old WLS app is only functional to show your library card – all other functions have been shut down. When the new app is available, you will need to delete the old app and download the new app from the app store. On

Bedford Babies Winter 2025

For babies 11 months or younger and their parents Tuesdays at 10:00 am 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

Holiday Hours

The Library will be CLOSED Tuesday, December 24 – Thursday, December 26 and Tuesday, December 31 – Wednesday, January 1 Can’t wait for a book?  Check out selections on Libby and download to your device. Check Out Libby/OverDrive Happy Holidays!

Build with Legos® with Ethan

Mondays 5-week series: November 18, 25 & December 2, 9, 16 Come to one session or all Grades K – 2 Legos® will be supplied by the Library. Bring your imagination and your camera! *Your creations can not be taken home Registration is required. Please register online. Register Here More Information

Thanksgiving Closings

The Library will have the following schedule for the Thanksgiving Holiday: Wednesday, November 27, Open 10AM to 1PM (Early Closing) Thursday, November 28,  Closed Friday, November 29 and Saturday, November 30, Open Regular Hours Can’t wait for a book?  Check out selections on Overdrive/Libby and download to your device. Check Out Overdrive/Libby

Women and Money Series

Wednesdays @ 1pm via Zoo 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® Register for December 11 More Information                  

Westchester Breathes

Monday, October 28 8:30 – 9:15 am via Zoom Join this weekly online meditation group and start your week relaxed. Register here                                                    

Jen and Lulu’s Crochet Circle, Fall 2024

8 week session on Wednesdays October 23, 30 November 6, 13, 20 December 4, 11, 18 (Must attend each session) 3:15-4:00 For children in Grades 3 and up All experience levels welcome Join Jen and Lulu in learning the art of crocheting. You will learn basic stitches and create a beautiful project to wear and

Mindful Mending Workshop with Mo & Jo

Wednesday, November 13 5:00 – 6:00 pm Grab your items in need of repair and a little love.  Lead by YA Librarian Maureen McManus and her mending mentor JoAnn Greenwood. We will supply the materials needed to learn this creative repair method. Registration is required.  Please register online. Register Here More Information

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