Children and Young Adult Poetry Contest
Tuesday, March 25 - April 30
All Day
For Poets Ages 6 to 18
Deadline: April 30
Celebrate National Poetry Month! Showcase your creativity through poetry!
Poems will be judged and prizes will be awarded in several age groups.
Pick up an entry form at the Library or download from our website.
Baby Bounce & Rhyme, Winter 2025
Wednesday, March 26
9:30 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, March 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
Winter Sip & Stitch with Loop de Loop
Wednesday, March 26
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, March 27
11:15 am
This Week’s Theme: Teddy Bear Picnic
Join us for weekly Storytime in the Library with Mrs. Crummy.
Creative Aging: Storytelling with Photography
Monday, March 31
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Telling a story can take different forms. Words. Drawings. Photos. Words with drawings. Words with Photos. Photos with words.
What kind of photos? Portraits? Landscapes? Details?
In this workshop, participants will concentrate on using photography and creating a rough outline of photo possibilities to tell a story of a person, place or event that they wish to investigate, document and share. They will use knowledge of light, composition, tonality and options on their 35mm digital camera or phone camera.
They will explore locations, settings, timing options and genres of visual art to explore ways to express their ideas.
This class is for older adults who like to be challenged and are able to commit to the entire eight weeks. The class will culminate with an art show (date to be decided).
Participants must have their own digital camera or iPhone.
This program is made possible through a generous donation from David Worby.
Jen and Lulu’s Crochet Circle, Winter 2025
Monday, March 31
3:15 pm - 4:00 pm
Mondays 3:15-4:00
8-Week Session: February 3, 10, 24, March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
(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.
Bedford Babies Winter 2025
Tuesday, April 1
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.
This program is full. To be added to the waitlist, please contact Children’s Librarian Kelly Crummy at kcrummy@bedfordfreelibrary.org.
Baby Bounce & Rhyme, Winter 2025
Wednesday, April 2
9:30 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, April 2
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
Winter Sip & Stitch with Loop de Loop
Wednesday, April 2
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, April 3
11:15 am
This Week’s Theme: Silly Stories
Join us for weekly Storytime in the Library with Mrs. Crummy.
Infant Feeding Support Group
Friday, April 4
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Fridays: April 4, May 2, June 13, July 11, August 8
10:00 – 11:00 am
Attend one session or all
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!
This program is full. We encourage you to join the waitlist as there may be openings each month. To join the waitlist, please email Children’s Librarian Kelly Crummy at kcrummy@bedfordfreelibrary.org.
Creative Aging: Storytelling with Photography
Monday, April 7
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Telling a story can take different forms. Words. Drawings. Photos. Words with drawings. Words with Photos. Photos with words.
What kind of photos? Portraits? Landscapes? Details?
In this workshop, participants will concentrate on using photography and creating a rough outline of photo possibilities to tell a story of a person, place or event that they wish to investigate, document and share. They will use knowledge of light, composition, tonality and options on their 35mm digital camera or phone camera.
They will explore locations, settings, timing options and genres of visual art to explore ways to express their ideas.
This class is for older adults who like to be challenged and are able to commit to the entire eight weeks. The class will culminate with an art show (date to be decided).
Participants must have their own digital camera or iPhone.
This program is made possible through a generous donation from David Worby.
Tuesday Preschool Crafts
Tuesday, April 8
3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Ages 3 -5 and family
Drop-in Craft
3:30 – 5:00 pm
Once a month on Tuesdays this Spring we will supply materials and directions for preschoolers and caregivers to make a craft together.
- April 8: Colorful Caterpillar
- May 6: Mother’s Day Coupon Book
No Registration required, supplies are on a first come basis.
Baby Bounce & Rhyme, Winter 2025
Wednesday, April 9
9:30 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, April 9
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
“Six American Poets” a Dr. Diyanni Mini-course
Wednesday, April 9
4:00 pm - 5:15 pm
Celebrate National Poetry month at the Library. Join us for a series of three conversations about major American poets of the 19th and 20th centuries. We will sample poems of Walt Whitman and Emily Dickinson, Wallace Stevens and William Carlos Williams, Langston Hughes and Robert Frost. All the poems can be found in Six American Poets: An Anthology, edited by Joel Conarroe.
Robert DiYanni is a professor of humanities at New York University. His latest book is You Are What You Read—A Practical Guide to Reading Well; forthcoming later this year is Read for Your Life—How Literature Can Enrich Your Life.
Winter Sip & Stitch with Loop de Loop
Wednesday, April 9
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, April 10
11:15 am
This Week’s Theme: Pete the Cat
Join us for weekly Storytime in the Library with Mrs. Crummy.
Create With Christa: Mouse House Diorama
Thursday, April 10
3:15 pm - 4:15 pm
Grades K – 2
Using recycled items and your imagination, design your own Town Mouse apartment or Country Mouse farmhouse.
Registartion is required. Please register online.
Creative Aging: Storytelling with Photography
Monday, April 14
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Telling a story can take different forms. Words. Drawings. Photos. Words with drawings. Words with Photos. Photos with words.
What kind of photos? Portraits? Landscapes? Details?
In this workshop, participants will concentrate on using photography and creating a rough outline of photo possibilities to tell a story of a person, place or event that they wish to investigate, document and share. They will use knowledge of light, composition, tonality and options on their 35mm digital camera or phone camera.
They will explore locations, settings, timing options and genres of visual art to explore ways to express their ideas.
This class is for older adults who like to be challenged and are able to commit to the entire eight weeks. The class will culminate with an art show (date to be decided).
Participants must have their own digital camera or iPhone.
This program is made possible through a generous donation from David Worby.
Women and Money
Wednesday, April 16
1:00 pm
Wednesdays @ 1pm via Zoom
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.
“Six American Poets” a Dr. Diyanni Mini-course
Wednesday, April 16
4:00 pm - 5:15 pm
Celebrate National Poetry month at the Library. Join us for a series of three conversations about major American poets of the 19th and 20th centuries. We will sample poems of Walt Whitman and Emily Dickinson, Wallace Stevens and William Carlos Williams, Langston Hughes and Robert Frost. All the poems can be found in Six American Poets: An Anthology, edited by Joel Conarroe.
Robert DiYanni is a professor of humanities at New York University. His latest book is You Are What You Read—A Practical Guide to Reading Well; forthcoming later this year is Read for Your Life—How Literature Can Enrich Your Life.
Winter Sip & Stitch with Loop de Loop
Wednesday, April 16
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, April 17
11:15 am
This Week’s Theme: Humpty Dumpty
Join us for weekly Storytime in the Library with Mrs. Crummy.
Creative Aging: Storytelling with Photography
Monday, April 21
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Telling a story can take different forms. Words. Drawings. Photos. Words with drawings. Words with Photos. Photos with words.
What kind of photos? Portraits? Landscapes? Details?
In this workshop, participants will concentrate on using photography and creating a rough outline of photo possibilities to tell a story of a person, place or event that they wish to investigate, document and share. They will use knowledge of light, composition, tonality and options on their 35mm digital camera or phone camera.
They will explore locations, settings, timing options and genres of visual art to explore ways to express their ideas.
This class is for older adults who like to be challenged and are able to commit to the entire eight weeks. The class will culminate with an art show (date to be decided).
Participants must have their own digital camera or iPhone.
This program is made possible through a generous donation from David Worby.
Bedford Babies Winter 2025
Tuesday, April 22
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.
This program is full. To be added to the waitlist, please contact Children’s Librarian Kelly Crummy at kcrummy@bedfordfreelibrary.org.
Baby Bounce & Rhyme, Winter 2025
Wednesday, April 23
9:30 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, April 23
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
“Six American Poets” a Dr. Diyanni Mini-course
Wednesday, April 23
4:00 pm - 5:15 pm
Celebrate National Poetry month at the Library. Join us for a series of three conversations about major American poets of the 19th and 20th centuries. We will sample poems of Walt Whitman and Emily Dickinson, Wallace Stevens and William Carlos Williams, Langston Hughes and Robert Frost. All the poems can be found in Six American Poets: An Anthology, edited by Joel Conarroe.
Robert DiYanni is a professor of humanities at New York University. His latest book is You Are What You Read—A Practical Guide to Reading Well; forthcoming later this year is Read for Your Life—How Literature Can Enrich Your Life.
Winter Sip & Stitch with Loop de Loop
Wednesday, April 23
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, April 24
11:15 am
This Week’s Theme: Piles of Puppies
Join us for weekly Storytime in the Library with Mrs. Crummy.
Create With Christa: Game Day!
Thursday, April 24
3:15 pm - 4:15 pm
Grade 3 – 5
Join us for an afternoon of game play. Challenge your friends in board games and compete for fun prizes.
Registration is required. Please register online.
Storytime with Mrs. Crummy at Rochambeau Farm
Saturday, April 26
11:00 am
Saturdays: April 26, May 10 & June 7
11:00am
Family Event
Rochambeau Farm
214 W Patent Rd, Mt Kisco, NY 10549
rochambeaufarmny.com
- Bring a blanket
- Pizza is avaliable for purchase
- In case of inclement weather, check the Library website for rain date
- No registration required
Bedford Babies Winter 2025
Tuesday, April 29
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.
This program is full. To be added to the waitlist, please contact Children’s Librarian Kelly Crummy at kcrummy@bedfordfreelibrary.org.
Baby Bounce & Rhyme, Winter 2025
Wednesday, April 30
9:30 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, April 30
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
Winter Sip & Stitch with Loop de Loop
Wednesday, April 30
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, May 1
11:15 am
This Week’s Theme: Pirate Party
Join us for weekly Storytime in the Library with Mrs. Crummy.