Author Archives: Alix Townley

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

Wednesdays November 6 & 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

Special Stories, Songs & Surprises

Thursday, October 31 11:15am Bedford Presbyterian Fellowship Hall Join Mrs. Crummy for a Special Storytime with Bedford Free Library and Landmark Preschool at Bedford Presbyterian Fellowship Hall This Week’s Theme: Trick or Treat Costumes Optional More Information

Women and Money Series

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®   Register for November 13 Register for December 11 More Information            

Closed for Columbus Day

Monday, October 14 The Library will be closed for Columbus Day. Can’t wait for a book or a movie?  Check out selections on Libby/Overdrive and Kanopy. Libby/Overdrive Kanopy  

Create With Christa: Bug Hotel

Thursday, November 7 3:15 – 4:00pm  Grades K – 2 It’s hibernation season! Using recycled items, we will make a winter hotel for bugs. Register Here More Information          

Storytime at Rochambeau Farm

Saturday, October 19 11am Family Event Rochambeau Farm 214 W Patent Rd, Mt Kisco, NY 10549 rochambeaufarmny.com Join us at Rochambeau Farm for a special storytime with Mrs. Crummy. Bring a blanket Pizza is available for purchase No registration is required. In case of inclement weather, check the Library website for rain date information More

Ask Addy – Technology Help

Thursdays 3:00 – 5:00pm 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. Addy can also help you access our digital collections to download materials to your

Stories, Songs and Surprises

Thursday,  11:15 – 11:45 am This Week’s Theme: The Very Busy Spider Join us for weekly Storytime in the Library with Mrs. Crummy. More Information                                                            

Tales on the Trails

Tuesday, August 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                

What to Expect in Middle School

Girls Session: Tuesday, August 20, 5:00 pm Boys Session: Thursday, August 22, 5:00pm For Students entering 6th Grade A panel of Fox Lane Middle School students will share their experiences, followed by a Q&A. Suggested Topics are: Classes, Sports, Arts, Music, Clubs, your First Locker! *Bring your questions and concerns.  *Meet students from other BCSD Elementary Schools

Broadway in Bedford

Monday – Thursday August 12 – 15 10:00 – Noon Entering Grades 2 – 5 Broadway in Bedford Presents “Look What We Can Do!” We will practice songs and rehearse lines for 3 1/2 days and perform for friends and family on the last day.  Every child gets a role Design your own costumes Final

Fiddleheads Cooking Class for Kids

Join us at the Library for a fun cooking class with Chef Renana from Fiddleheads Cooking Studio. All supplies will be provided. PreK: Tuesday, September 24  1:00 – 2:00pm Making Apple Pancakes This session is full. Please contact kcrummy@bedfordfreelibrary.org to be added to wait list. Grades K – 2: Wednesday, September 25 3:15 – 4:00pm

YA Summer Kickoff Event

Thursday, June 13 3:00pm Entering Grades 6 and up Come celebrate the start of Summer! Learn about Summer 2024 at the Library Eat ice cream Play board games Win prizes! Registration is required.  Please register online. Register Here More Information YA Summer 2024 Brochure  

Summer Kickoff Event: Joshy K Magic

Wednesday, June 12 Historical Hall Family Event 5:00pm Join us and Joshy K as we introduce our summer reading programs. Joshy K is a renowned magician and mentalist who will use illusions, transformation, mind reading and head morphing to take us on an adventure. Learn about READsquared, (Our online Summer reading game) Learn about our

Truck Day 2024

Saturday, June 15 Location: Bedford Village Elementary School 45 Court Road Bedford, NY All Ages Free to the public 10am – 1pm Come see trucks of all shapes and sizes.  All our welcome!  Great Father’s Day activity! Unless there are severe storms, this event will be rain or shine.  More Information Summer Brochure 2024  

Summer Reading Game for K-5 and 6-12

For Children entering K – 5 Children’s READsquared Summer Reading Program, 6/13 – 8/7 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

18th Annual Poetry Contest for Children and Young Adults

Deadline: April 30th at 5:00 pm For ages 6 – 18 Celebrate National Poetry Month! Showcase your creativity through Poetry! Poems will be judged and prizes will be awarded in several different age groups. Pick up an entry form from the Library or download the entry form our website. Entry Form More Information    

Ice Cream Social & Poetry Contest Awards

Wednesday, May 23 @3:00pm Fellowship Hall at Bedford Presbyterian Church Parking in center of back lot Family Event 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 provided by Bedford Candy Bar! Many thanks to Bedford Presbyterian Church for

Silvia’s Hot Book Picks – Spring 2024

Silvia is out with her latest list of the most anticipated books of the season. Click below to see what’s hot this spring and use the links to our catalog to place your orders or print the list. 2024 SPRING MOST ANTICIPATED BOOKS        

High School Writing Contest 2024

For high school students who attend school or reside in the Bedford Central School District Deadline Tuesday, February 27 @ 5PM All entries must be submitted by email as a PDF to mmcmanus@bedfordfreelibrary.org Rules & More Information        

Library is Closed

The Library is closed today, February 13.  Enjoy the snow and stay safe! Can’t wait for a book?  Check out selections on Libby/Overdrive and download to your device. Check Out Libby/Overdrive

Crafts for the Community

Drop-in Craft Wednesday, January 31 and Thursday, February 1 Grades 5 and up 3:00pm – 5:00pm *Community Service hours will be given The Library will have supplies to make Valentine cards and decorate treat bags for Health Care Providers in our community. *Please bring 1 bag of candy to donate for the treat bags* More

Baby Bounce & Rhyme Winter 2024

Wednesdays 9:30- 10:00 AM Babies ages 4 – 12 months accompanied by an adult Session 1: February 28 & March 6, 13, 20, 27 Session 2: April 10, 17, 24 & May 1, 8 With Angeline of Musical Munchkins As space is limited, please only register for one session. Baby Bounce & Rhyme Session 1

Holiday Hours

The Library will be CLOSED Saturday, December 23 – Tuesday, December 26 and Saturday, December 30 – Monday, January 1 Can’t wait for a book?  Check out selections on Overdrive/Libby and download to your device. Check Out Overdrive/Libby Happy Holidays!

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