![Children's Summer Reading Program](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Summer-2024-logo.jpg)
Children’s Summer Reading Program
Thursday, June 13 - August 7
All Day
For children entering K – 5
Children’s ReadSquared Summer Reading Program – 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 the summer on Fridays
![Back Porch Drop-in Craft](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Firefly-Suncatcher.jpg)
Back Porch Drop-in Craft
Tuesday, July 16
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
For Ages 3 – 5
Tuesdays in July we will supply materials and directions for you to make a craft. This event will be on the back porch between 3:00-5:00 PM
- July 16: Firefly Sun Catcher
- July 23: Paper Plate Shark
- July 30: 3-D Pyramid
This is geared for preschoolers ages 3-5. Families are welcome.
No Registration required, supplies on a first come basis.
![Book Buddies Summer 2024](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Book-Buddies-1.jpg)
Book Buddies Summer 2024
Tuesday, July 16
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Monday-Tuesday-Wednesday
July 8 – August 7
3:00-5:00 PM
For ages 3 and up
Need a buddy to read with? You can read with or be read to by a friendly Book Buddy!
- This program is similar to Book Buddies at BVES
- 20 minute sessions
- Parents must stay in the Library with younger children
Registration is required. Please register online.
![Baby Bounce & Rhyme Summer 2024](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Musical-Munchkins-Logo.jpg)
Baby Bounce & Rhyme Summer 2024
Wednesday, July 17
9:30 am - 10:00 am
Wednesdays 9:30- 10:00 AM
Babies ages 4 – 12 months accompanied by an adult
Session 1: July 10, 17, 24
Session 2: July 31, August 7 & 14
With Angeline of Musical Munchkins
As space is limited, please only register for one session.
Session 1 is full. To be added to the waitlist, please contact children’s librarian Kelly Crummy at kcrummy@bedfordfreelibrary.org.
![Musical Mother Goose Summer 2024](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Musical-Munchkins-Logo.jpg)
Musical Mother Goose Summer 2024
Wednesday, July 17
10:15 am - 11:00 am
Wednesdays 10:15 – 11:00 AM
Babies ages 12 – 30 months accompanied by an adult
Session 1: July 10, 17, 24
Session 2: July 31, August 7 & 14
With Angeline of Musical Munchkins
As space is limited, please only register for one session.
Both Sessions 1 and 2 are full. To be added to the waitlist, please contact children’s librarian Kelly Crummy at kcrummy@bedfordfreelibrary.org.
![Book Buddies Summer 2024](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Book-Buddies-1.jpg)
Book Buddies Summer 2024
Wednesday, July 17
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Monday-Tuesday-Wednesday
July 8 – August 7
3:00-5:00 PM
For ages 3 and up
Need a buddy to read with? You can read with or be read to by a friendly Book Buddy!
- This program is similar to Book Buddies at BVES
- 20 minute sessions
- Parents must stay in the Library with younger children
Registration is required. Please register online.
![Stuffed Animal Sleepover](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/stuffed-animal-2.jpg)
Stuffed Animal Sleepover
Wednesday, July 17
3:15 pm - 4:00 pm
Ages 3 and older
Stuffed Animal Sleepover:
Wednesday, July 17, 3:15 – 4:00pm
Drop-in Breakfast:
Thursday, July 18, 8:15 – 9:00 am
Breakfast is for participants of sleepover!
Join us for stories, fun, and then tuck your stuffed animal or doll in for a sleepover.
Return for breakfast and animal pick up the next morning anytime between 8:15 and 9:00 AM.
Photos of their overnight adventures will be available after 2 PM on Thursday.
Space is limited: one stuffed animal per child.
This event is full. To be added to the waitlist, please email children’s librarian Kelly Crummy at kcrummy@bedfordfreelibrary.org
![Stuffed Animal Sleepover Drop-in Breakfast](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/stuffed-animal-2.jpg)
Stuffed Animal Sleepover Drop-in Breakfast
Thursday, July 18
8:15 am - 9:00 am
Ages 3 and older
Breakfast is for participants of sleepover!
The morning after the sleepover, return for breakfast and animal pick up anytime between 8:15 and 9:00 AM.
Photos of their overnight adventures will be available after 2 PM on Thursday.
Space is limited: one stuffed animal per child.
See Wednesday 7/17 event to register.
This event is full. To be added to the waitlist, please email children’s librarian Kelly Crummy at kcrummy@bedfordfreelibrary.org
![Stories, Songs & Surprises](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/duck-duck-goose.jpg)
Stories, Songs & Surprises
Thursday, July 18
11:15 am
This Week’s Theme: Duck Duck Goose
Join us for weekly Storytime in the Library with Mrs. Crummy.
![Create with Christa: Melting Bead Creations](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Melting-Beads.jpg)
Create with Christa: Melting Bead Creations
Thursday, July 18
3:15 pm - 4:00 pm
Grades 3- 5
Come create whimsical designs and watch the beads melt together to make a decoration for you to take home and enjoy.
Registration is required. Please register online.
![Book Buddies Summer 2024](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Book-Buddies-1.jpg)
Book Buddies Summer 2024
Monday, July 22
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Monday-Tuesday-Wednesday
July 8 – August 7
3:00-5:00 PM
For ages 3 and up
Need a buddy to read with? You can read with or be read to by a friendly Book Buddy!
- This program is similar to Book Buddies at BVES
- 20 minute sessions
- Parents must stay in the Library with younger children
Registration is required. Please register online.
![Shark Week 2024: Ocean Flashlight](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Ocean-Flashlight.jpg)
Shark Week 2024: Ocean Flashlight
Monday, July 22
3:15 pm - 4:00 pm
Grades K – 2
We will create an under water scene and use a Magic Flashlight to see it all!
Registration is required. Please register online.
![Book Buddies Summer 2024](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Book-Buddies-1.jpg)
Book Buddies Summer 2024
Tuesday, July 23
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Monday-Tuesday-Wednesday
July 8 – August 7
3:00-5:00 PM
For ages 3 and up
Need a buddy to read with? You can read with or be read to by a friendly Book Buddy!
- This program is similar to Book Buddies at BVES
- 20 minute sessions
- Parents must stay in the Library with younger children
Registration is required. Please register online.
![Shark Week 2024: Back Porch Drop-in Craft](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Shark-Plate-scaled-e1716305320865.jpg)
Shark Week 2024: Back Porch Drop-in Craft
Tuesday, July 23
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
For Ages 3 – 5
Tuesdays in July we will supply materials and directions for you to make a craft. This event will be on the back porch between 3:00-5:00 PM
- July 23: Paper Plate Shark
- July 30: 3-D Pyramid
This is geared for preschoolers ages 3-5. Families are welcome.
No Registration required, supplies on a first come basis.
![Baby Bounce & Rhyme Summer 2024](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Musical-Munchkins-Logo.jpg)
Baby Bounce & Rhyme Summer 2024
Wednesday, July 24
9:30 am - 10:00 am
Wednesdays 9:30- 10:00 AM
Babies ages 4 – 12 months accompanied by an adult
Session 1: July 10, 17, 24
Session 2: July 31, August 7 & 14
With Angeline of Musical Munchkins
As space is limited, please only register for one session.
Session 1 is full. To be added to the waitlist, please contact children’s librarian Kelly Crummy at kcrummy@bedfordfreelibrary.org.
![Musical Mother Goose Summer 2024](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Musical-Munchkins-Logo.jpg)
Musical Mother Goose Summer 2024
Wednesday, July 24
10:15 am - 11:00 am
Wednesdays 10:15 – 11:00 AM
Babies ages 12 – 30 months accompanied by an adult
Session 1: July 10, 17, 24
Session 2: July 31, August 7 & 14
With Angeline of Musical Munchkins
As space is limited, please only register for one session.
Both Sessions 1 and 2 are full. To be added to the waitlist, please contact children’s librarian Kelly Crummy at kcrummy@bedfordfreelibrary.org.
![Book Buddies Summer 2024](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Book-Buddies-1.jpg)
Book Buddies Summer 2024
Wednesday, July 24
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Monday-Tuesday-Wednesday
July 8 – August 7
3:00-5:00 PM
For ages 3 and up
Need a buddy to read with? You can read with or be read to by a friendly Book Buddy!
- This program is similar to Book Buddies at BVES
- 20 minute sessions
- Parents must stay in the Library with younger children
Registration is required. Please register online.
![Shark Week 2024: Underwater Volcano](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Underwater-Volcano.jpg)
Shark Week 2024: Underwater Volcano
Wednesday, July 24
3:15 pm - 4:00 pm
Grades 3 – 5
Using chemistry, we will create an underwater volcano and watch it ERUPT!
Registration is required. Please register online.
![Stories, Songs & Surprises](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/baby-sharks.png)
Stories, Songs & Surprises
Thursday, July 25
11:15 am
This Week’s Theme: Baby Shark
Join us for weekly Storytime in the Library with Mrs. Crummy.
![Shark Week 2024: Shark Party!](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Shark-Week-T.jpg)
Shark Week 2024: Shark Party!
Thursday, July 25
3:15 pm - 4:00 pm
Grades PreK – 5th Grade
Join us for shark matching, stories, bingo, and a special shark bait treat!
Registration is required. Please register online.
![Book Buddies Summer 2024](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Book-Buddies-1.jpg)
Book Buddies Summer 2024
Monday, July 29
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Monday-Tuesday-Wednesday
July 8 – August 7
3:00-5:00 PM
For ages 3 and up
Need a buddy to read with? You can read with or be read to by a friendly Book Buddy!
- This program is similar to Book Buddies at BVES
- 20 minute sessions
- Parents must stay in the Library with younger children
Registration is required. Please register online.
![Back Porch Drop-in Craft](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/pyramid-craft.jpg)
Back Porch Drop-in Craft
Tuesday, July 30
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
For Ages 3 – 5
Tuesdays in July we will supply materials and directions for you to make a craft. This event will be on the back porch between 3:00-5:00 PM
- July 30: 3-D Pyramid
This is geared for preschoolers ages 3-5. Families are welcome.
No Registration required, supplies on a first come basis.
![Book Buddies Summer 2024](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Book-Buddies-1.jpg)
Book Buddies Summer 2024
Tuesday, July 30
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Monday-Tuesday-Wednesday
July 8 – August 7
3:00-5:00 PM
For ages 3 and up
Need a buddy to read with? You can read with or be read to by a friendly Book Buddy!
- This program is similar to Book Buddies at BVES
- 20 minute sessions
- Parents must stay in the Library with younger children
Registration is required. Please register online.
![Baby Bounce & Rhyme Summer 2024](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Musical-Munchkins-Logo.jpg)
Baby Bounce & Rhyme Summer 2024
Wednesday, July 31
9:30 am - 10:00 am
Wednesdays 9:30- 10:00 AM
Babies ages 4 – 12 months accompanied by an adult
Session 1: July 10, 17, 24
Session 2: July 31, August 7 & 14
With Angeline of Musical Munchkins
As space is limited, please only register for one session.
Session 1 is full. To be added to the waitlist, please contact children’s librarian Kelly Crummy at kcrummy@bedfordfreelibrary.org.
![Musical Mother Goose Summer 2024](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Musical-Munchkins-Logo.jpg)
Musical Mother Goose Summer 2024
Wednesday, July 31
10:15 am - 11:00 am
Wednesdays 10:15 – 11:00 AM
Babies ages 12 – 30 months accompanied by an adult
Session 1: July 10, 17, 24
Session 2: July 31, August 7 & 14
With Angeline of Musical Munchkins
As space is limited, please only register for one session.
Both Sessions 1 and 2 are full. To be added to the waitlist, please contact children’s librarian Kelly Crummy at kcrummy@bedfordfreelibrary.org.
![Book Buddies Summer 2024](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Book-Buddies-1.jpg)
Book Buddies Summer 2024
Wednesday, July 31
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Monday-Tuesday-Wednesday
July 8 – August 7
3:00-5:00 PM
For ages 3 and up
Need a buddy to read with? You can read with or be read to by a friendly Book Buddy!
- This program is similar to Book Buddies at BVES
- 20 minute sessions
- Parents must stay in the Library with younger children
Registration is required. Please register online.
![Stories, Songs & Surprises](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Boom-Super-hero-e1654031048840.jpg)
Stories, Songs & Surprises
Thursday, August 1
11:15 am
This Week’s Theme: Superheroes
Join us for weekly Storytime in the Library with Mrs. Crummy.
![Create With Christa: The Seven Wonders Map Coasters](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Map-Coaster-e1716216918551.jpg)
Create With Christa: The Seven Wonders Map Coasters
Thursday, August 1
3:15 pm - 4:00 pm
Grades 3 – 5
Bring your adventures to life with hand made coasters.
Registration is required. Please register online.
![Sew Much Fun Mini-Camp, Summer 2024](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Sewing-Mini-Camp.jpg)
Sew Much Fun Mini-Camp, Summer 2024
Monday, August 5
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Monday – Thursday
August 5 – 8
10am-noon
Entering Grades 4 and up
Must commit to all 4 sessions. No exceptions!
This is for beginner 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.
This program is full. To be added to the waitlist, please contact children’s librarian Kelly Crummy at kcrummy@bedfordfreelibrary.org.
![Book Buddies Summer 2024](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Book-Buddies-1.jpg)
Book Buddies Summer 2024
Monday, August 5
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Monday-Tuesday-Wednesday
July 8 – August 7
3:00-5:00 PM
For ages 3 and up
Need a buddy to read with? You can read with or be read to by a friendly Book Buddy!
- This program is similar to Book Buddies at BVES
- 20 minute sessions
- Parents must stay in the Library with younger children
Registration is required. Please register online.
![Countdown to Kindergarten](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Countdown-to-kinder-1-e1715625533506.jpg)
Countdown to Kindergarten
Monday, August 5
3:15 pm - 4:00 pm
For Children Entering Kindergarten Fall 2024
Activities include listening to stories and decorating your own “Countdown to Kindergarten” flip calendar.
Registration is required. Please register online.
![Sew Much Fun Mini-Camp, Summer 2024](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Sewing-Mini-Camp.jpg)
Sew Much Fun Mini-Camp, Summer 2024
Tuesday, August 6
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Monday – Thursday
August 5 – 8
10am-noon
Entering Grades 4 and up
Must commit to all 4 sessions. No exceptions!
This is for beginner 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.
This program is full. To be added to the waitlist, please contact children’s librarian Kelly Crummy at kcrummy@bedfordfreelibrary.org.
![Book Buddies Summer 2024](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Book-Buddies-1.jpg)
Book Buddies Summer 2024
Tuesday, August 6
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Monday-Tuesday-Wednesday
July 8 – August 7
3:00-5:00 PM
For ages 3 and up
Need a buddy to read with? You can read with or be read to by a friendly Book Buddy!
- This program is similar to Book Buddies at BVES
- 20 minute sessions
- Parents must stay in the Library with younger children
Registration is required. Please register online.
![Baby Bounce & Rhyme Summer 2024](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Musical-Munchkins-Logo.jpg)
Baby Bounce & Rhyme Summer 2024
Wednesday, August 7
9:30 am - 10:00 am
Wednesdays 9:30- 10:00 AM
Babies ages 4 – 12 months accompanied by an adult
Session 1: July 10, 17, 24
Session 2: July 31, August 7 & 14
With Angeline of Musical Munchkins
As space is limited, please only register for one session.
Session 1 is full. To be added to the waitlist, please contact children’s librarian Kelly Crummy at kcrummy@bedfordfreelibrary.org.
![Sew Much Fun Mini-Camp, Summer 2024](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Sewing-Mini-Camp.jpg)
Sew Much Fun Mini-Camp, Summer 2024
Wednesday, August 7
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Monday – Thursday
August 5 – 8
10am-noon
Entering Grades 4 and up
Must commit to all 4 sessions. No exceptions!
This is for beginner 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.
This program is full. To be added to the waitlist, please contact children’s librarian Kelly Crummy at kcrummy@bedfordfreelibrary.org.
![Musical Mother Goose Summer 2024](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Musical-Munchkins-Logo.jpg)
Musical Mother Goose Summer 2024
Wednesday, August 7
10:15 am - 11:00 am
Wednesdays 10:15 – 11:00 AM
Babies ages 12 – 30 months accompanied by an adult
Session 1: July 10, 17, 24
Session 2: July 31, August 7 & 14
With Angeline of Musical Munchkins
As space is limited, please only register for one session.
Both Sessions 1 and 2 are full. To be added to the waitlist, please contact children’s librarian Kelly Crummy at kcrummy@bedfordfreelibrary.org.
![Book Buddies Summer 2024](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Book-Buddies-1.jpg)
Book Buddies Summer 2024
Wednesday, August 7
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Monday-Tuesday-Wednesday
July 8 – August 7
3:00-5:00 PM
For ages 3 and up
Need a buddy to read with? You can read with or be read to by a friendly Book Buddy!
- This program is similar to Book Buddies at BVES
- 20 minute sessions
- Parents must stay in the Library with younger children
Registration is required. Please register online.
![Sew Much Fun Mini-Camp, Summer 2024](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Sewing-Mini-Camp.jpg)
Sew Much Fun Mini-Camp, Summer 2024
Thursday, August 8
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Monday – Thursday
August 5 – 8
10am-noon
Entering Grades 4 and up
Must commit to all 4 sessions. No exceptions!
This is for beginner 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.
This program is full. To be added to the waitlist, please contact children’s librarian Kelly Crummy at kcrummy@bedfordfreelibrary.org.
![Stories, Songs & Surprises](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/animal-crackers-e1690562975748.jpg)
Stories, Songs & Surprises
Thursday, August 8
11:15 am
This Week’s Theme: Animal Crackers
Join us for weekly Storytime in the Library with Mrs. Crummy.
![End of Summer Reading Game: Play Dough Party](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Play-Dough.jpg)
End of Summer Reading Game: Play Dough Party
Thursday, August 8
3:15 pm - 4:00 pm
Family Event
Come join us to celebrate the end of summer with play dough fun!
Registration is required. Register online.
![Broadway in Bedford Mini-Camp, Summer 2024](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Broadway-2024-e1711653655352.jpg)
Broadway in Bedford Mini-Camp, Summer 2024
Monday, August 12
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
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 show Thursday August 15 @ 11:30 am
Thank you to Bedford Village Chowder and Marching Club for sponsoring this program.
Registration is required. Please register online.
![Chess Mini-Camp with Addy, Summer 2024](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Chess-3.jpg)
Chess Mini-Camp with Addy, Summer 2024
Monday, August 12
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Monday – Thursday
August 12 – 15
1:00-2:00 PM
Entering Grades 1 -3
This is a 4 day mini camp for beginning chess players only. You can come to one or all sessions.
This program is full. To be added to the waitlist, please email children’s librarian Kelly Crummy at kcrummy@bedfordfreelibrary.org.
![Broadway in Bedford Mini-Camp, Summer 2024](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Broadway-2024-e1711653655352.jpg)
Broadway in Bedford Mini-Camp, Summer 2024
Tuesday, August 13
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
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 show Thursday August 15 @ 11:30 am
Thank you to Bedford Village Chowder and Marching Club for sponsoring this program.
Registration is required. Please register online.
![Chess Mini-Camp with Addy, Summer 2024](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Chess-3.jpg)
Chess Mini-Camp with Addy, Summer 2024
Tuesday, August 13
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Monday – Thursday
August 12 – 15
1:00-2:00 PM
Entering Grades 1 -3
This is a 4 day mini camp for beginning chess players only. You can come to one or all sessions.
This program is full. To be added to the waitlist, please email children’s librarian Kelly Crummy at kcrummy@bedfordfreelibrary.org.
![Baby Bounce & Rhyme Summer 2024](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Musical-Munchkins-Logo.jpg)
Baby Bounce & Rhyme Summer 2024
Wednesday, August 14
9:30 am - 10:00 am
Wednesdays 9:30- 10:00 AM
Babies ages 4 – 12 months accompanied by an adult
Session 1: July 10, 17, 24
Session 2: July 31, August 7 & 14
With Angeline of Musical Munchkins
As space is limited, please only register for one session.
Session 1 is full. To be added to the waitlist, please contact children’s librarian Kelly Crummy at kcrummy@bedfordfreelibrary.org.
![Broadway in Bedford Mini-Camp, Summer 2024](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Broadway-2024-e1711653655352.jpg)
Broadway in Bedford Mini-Camp, Summer 2024
Wednesday, August 14
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
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 show Thursday August 15 @ 11:30 am
Thank you to Bedford Village Chowder and Marching Club for sponsoring this program.
Registration is required. Please register online.
![Musical Mother Goose Summer 2024](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Musical-Munchkins-Logo.jpg)
Musical Mother Goose Summer 2024
Wednesday, August 14
10:15 am - 11:00 am
Wednesdays 10:15 – 11:00 AM
Babies ages 12 – 30 months accompanied by an adult
Session 1: July 10, 17, 24
Session 2: July 31, August 7 & 14
With Angeline of Musical Munchkins
As space is limited, please only register for one session.
Both Sessions 1 and 2 are full. To be added to the waitlist, please contact children’s librarian Kelly Crummy at kcrummy@bedfordfreelibrary.org.
![Chess Mini-Camp with Addy, Summer 2024](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Chess-3.jpg)
Chess Mini-Camp with Addy, Summer 2024
Wednesday, August 14
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Monday – Thursday
August 12 – 15
1:00-2:00 PM
Entering Grades 1 -3
This is a 4 day mini camp for beginning chess players only. You can come to one or all sessions.
This program is full. To be added to the waitlist, please email children’s librarian Kelly Crummy at kcrummy@bedfordfreelibrary.org.
![Broadway in Bedford Mini-Camp, Summer 2024](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Broadway-2024-e1711653655352.jpg)
Broadway in Bedford Mini-Camp, Summer 2024
Thursday, August 15
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
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 show Thursday August 15 @ 11:30 am
Thank you to Bedford Village Chowder and Marching Club for sponsoring this program.
Registration is required. Please register online.
![Chess Mini-Camp with Addy, Summer 2024](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Chess-3.jpg)
Chess Mini-Camp with Addy, Summer 2024
Thursday, August 15
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Monday – Thursday
August 12 – 15
1:00-2:00 PM
Entering Grades 1 -3
This is a 4 day mini camp for beginning chess players only. You can come to one or all sessions.
This program is full. To be added to the waitlist, please email children’s librarian Kelly Crummy at kcrummy@bedfordfreelibrary.org.
![Tales on the Trails](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Tales-on-Trails2.jpg)
Tales on the Trails
Tuesday, August 20
10:30 am
This is a 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.
![Bedford Babies Fall 2024](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Babies-New.jpg)
Bedford Babies Fall 2024
Tuesday, October 8
10:00 am
Tuesdays at 10:00 am
Oct. 8, 15, 22 Nov. 5, 26 Dec. 3, 10, 17
For babies 11 months or younger and their parents
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.
Registration is required. Please register online.
![Bedford Babies Fall 2024](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Babies-New.jpg)
Bedford Babies Fall 2024
Tuesday, October 15
10:00 am
Tuesdays at 10:00 am
Oct. 8, 15, 22 Nov. 5, 26 Dec. 3, 10, 17
For babies 11 months or younger and their parents
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.
Registration is required. Please register online.
![Bedford Babies Fall 2024](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Babies-New.jpg)
Bedford Babies Fall 2024
Tuesday, October 22
10:00 am
Tuesdays at 10:00 am
Oct. 8, 15, 22 Nov. 5, 26 Dec. 3, 10, 17
For babies 11 months or younger and their parents
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.
Registration is required. Please register online.
![Bedford Babies Fall 2024](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Babies-New.jpg)
Bedford Babies Fall 2024
Tuesday, November 5
10:00 am
Tuesdays at 10:00 am
Oct. 8, 15, 22 Nov. 5, 26 Dec. 3, 10, 17
For babies 11 months or younger and their parents
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.
Registration is required. Please register online.
![Bedford Babies Fall 2024](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Babies-New.jpg)
Bedford Babies Fall 2024
Tuesday, November 26
10:00 am
Tuesdays at 10:00 am
Oct. 8, 15, 22 Nov. 5, 26 Dec. 3, 10, 17
For babies 11 months or younger and their parents
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.
Registration is required. Please register online.
![Bedford Babies Fall 2024](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Babies-New.jpg)
Bedford Babies Fall 2024
Tuesday, December 3
10:00 am
Tuesdays at 10:00 am
Oct. 8, 15, 22 Nov. 5, 26 Dec. 3, 10, 17
For babies 11 months or younger and their parents
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.
Registration is required. Please register online.
![Bedford Babies Fall 2024](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Babies-New.jpg)
Bedford Babies Fall 2024
Tuesday, December 10
10:00 am
Tuesdays at 10:00 am
Oct. 8, 15, 22 Nov. 5, 26 Dec. 3, 10, 17
For babies 11 months or younger and their parents
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.
Registration is required. Please register online.
![Bedford Babies Fall 2024](https://bedfordfreelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/Babies-New.jpg)
Bedford Babies Fall 2024
Tuesday, December 17
10:00 am
Tuesdays at 10:00 am
Oct. 8, 15, 22 Nov. 5, 26 Dec. 3, 10, 17
For babies 11 months or younger and their parents
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.
Registration is required. Please register online.