Winter Sip & Stitch with Loop de Loop
Wednesday, January 22
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.
Stories, Songs & Surprises
Thursday, January 23
11:15 am
This Week’s Theme: Blazing Buffalo
Join us for weekly Storytime in the Library with Mrs. Crummy.
Ask Addy Technology Help
Thursday, January 23
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.
Addy 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
Create With Christa: Dancing Popcorn
Thursday, January 23
3:15 pm - 4:00 pm
Grades 3 – 5
Using chemistry, we will explore the elements of popcorn and understand why it can dance!
Registration is required. Please register online.
Westchester Breathes
Monday, January 27
12:00 am
Welcome 2025 with a habit of self-care!
Join this program of gentle movement, breathing and relaxation exercises shown to
reduce the experience of stress and have a positive impact on health and well-being.
Get ready for the next moment from a place of calm and clarity.
Register here
Lego®Club With Ethan, Winter 2025
Monday, January 27
3:15 pm - 4:00 pm
Mondays 3:15 – 4:00
6-Week Series: January 27, February 3, 10, 24, March 3, 10
(Come to one or all)
Grades K – 2
Bring your imagination and your camera!
Legos® will be supplied by the Library.
*Your creations can not be taken home
Registration is required. Please register online.
Cooking with Christa: Lunar New Year
Wednesday, January 29
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Grades K – 2
To celebrate Lunar New Year, we will have a hands on cooking class to make vegetable wontons.
Registration is required. Please register online.
Winter Sip & Stitch with Loop de Loop
Wednesday, January 29
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.
Stories, Songs & Surprises
Thursday, January 30
11:15 am
This Week’s Theme: Dim Sum for Everyone
Join us for weekly Storytime in the Library with Mrs. Crummy.
Ask Addy Technology Help
Thursday, January 30
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.
Addy 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, February 3
12:00 am
Welcome 2025 with a habit of self-care!
Join this program of gentle movement, breathing and relaxation exercises shown to
reduce the experience of stress and have a positive impact on health and well-being.
Get ready for the next moment from a place of calm and clarity.
Register here
Lego®Club With Ethan, Winter 2025
Monday, February 3
3:15 pm - 4:00 pm
Mondays 3:15 – 4:00
6-Week Series: January 27, February 3, 10, 24, March 3, 10
(Come to one or all)
Grades K – 2
Bring your imagination and your camera!
Legos® will be supplied by the Library.
*Your creations can not be taken home
Registration is required. Please register online.
Community Craft: Valentine Cards
Tuesday, February 4
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Drop-in event for Adults
Please join us for a community craft!
Bring your creativity and we will supply materials and refreshments.
You can create Valentines for your own valentine and others in the community.
Crafts for Community: Valentine Cards and Treats for Health Care Workers
Tuesday, February 4
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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
Crafts for Community: Valentine Cards and Treats for Health Care Workers
Wednesday, February 5
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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
Jen and Lulu’s Crochet Circle, Winter 2025
Wednesday, February 5
3:15 pm - 4:00 pm
Wednesday 3:15-4:00
8-Week Session: February 5, 26, March 5, 12, 19, 26, April 2, 9
(Must attend each session)
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 a Fox Wooble.
This program is full. To be added to the waitlist, email Childrens Librarian Kelly Crummy at kcrummy@bedfordfreelibrary.org.
Winter Sip & Stitch with Loop de Loop
Wednesday, February 5
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.
Stories, Songs & Surprises
Thursday, February 6
11:15 am
This Week’s Theme: Hibernation Station
Join us for weekly Storytime in the Library with Mrs. Crummy.
Ask Addy Technology Help
Thursday, February 6
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.
Addy 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
Create with Christa: Penguin Rock Painting
Thursday, February 6
3:15 pm - 4:00 pm
Grades 3 – 5
Create these adorable penguin rocks to display in your home or outside in a rock garden.
Registration is required. Please register online.
Infant Feeding Support Group
Friday, February 7
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Friday, February 7
10:00 – 11:00 am
Biography Room
Join local parent, Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and Postpartum Doula, Alex White for a support group on all things Infant feeding.
Bring your baby, your questions, or your desire to have a cup of tea in community with other parents!
Attend one session or both.
Registration is required. Please register online.
Westchester Breathes
Monday, February 10
12:00 am
Welcome 2025 with a habit of self-care!
Join this program of gentle movement, breathing and relaxation exercises shown to
reduce the experience of stress and have a positive impact on health and well-being.
Get ready for the next moment from a place of calm and clarity.
Register here
Lego®Club With Ethan, Winter 2025
Monday, February 10
3:15 pm - 4:00 pm
Mondays 3:15 – 4:00
6-Week Series: January 27, February 3, 10, 24, March 3, 10
(Come to one or all)
Grades K – 2
Bring your imagination and your camera!
Legos® will be supplied by the Library.
*Your creations can not be taken home
Registration is required. Please register online.
Tuesday Preschool Crafts
Tuesday, February 11
3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Drop In
Ages 3-5, Family
Once a month on Tuesdays this Winter we will supply materials and directions for preschoolers and caregivers to make a craft together.
- February 11: Heart Wreath
- March 4: Rainbow Noodle Necklaces
No registration is required. Supplies on a first come basis.
Women and Money
Wednesday, February 12
1:00 pm
Wednesdays @ 1pm via Zoom
January 15
February 12
March 12
April 16
May 14
June 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.
Winter Sip & Stitch with Loop de Loop
Wednesday, February 12
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.
Stories, Songs & Surprises
Thursday, February 13
11:15 am
This Week’s Theme: Love Bugs
Join us for weekly Storytime in the Library with Mrs. Crummy.
Ask Addy Technology Help
Thursday, February 13
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.
Addy 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
Create with Christa: Candy Heart Science
Thursday, February 13
3:15 pm - 4:00 pm
Grades K – 2
Come explore chemistry this Valentine’s Day. We will see if Candy Hearts float, sink, dissolve or dance!
Registration is required. Please register online.
Westchester Breathes
Monday, February 17
12:00 am
Welcome 2025 with a habit of self-care!
Join this program of gentle movement, breathing and relaxation exercises shown to
reduce the experience of stress and have a positive impact on health and well-being.
Get ready for the next moment from a place of calm and clarity.
Register here
Winter Sip & Stitch with Loop de Loop
Wednesday, February 19
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.
Stories, Songs & Surprises
Thursday, February 20
11:15 am
This Week’s Theme: Perky Penguins
Join us for weekly Storytime in the Library with Mrs. Crummy.
Ask Addy Technology Help
Thursday, February 20
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.
Addy 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, February 24
12:00 am
Welcome 2025 with a habit of self-care!
Join this program of gentle movement, breathing and relaxation exercises shown to
reduce the experience of stress and have a positive impact on health and well-being.
Get ready for the next moment from a place of calm and clarity.
Register here
Lego®Club With Ethan, Winter 2025
Monday, February 24
3:15 pm - 4:00 pm
Mondays 3:15 – 4:00
6-Week Series: January 27, February 3, 10, 24, March 3, 10
(Come to one or all)
Grades K – 2
Bring your imagination and your camera!
Legos® will be supplied by the Library.
*Your creations can not be taken home
Registration is required. Please register online.
Bedford Babies Winter 2025
Tuesday, February 25
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.
Registration is required. Please register online.
Baby Bounce & Rhyme, Winter 2025
Wednesday, February 26
9:00 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
Musical Mother Goose Winter 2025
Wednesday, February 26
10:15 am - 11:00 am
Ages 12 -30 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 Kelly Crummy at kcrummy@bedfordfreelibrary.org.
Musical Mother Goose Information