Programs

Westchester Breathes

Westchester Breathes

Monday, December 11

9:30 am - 10:30 am

This wellness program offers instruction in simple, effective breathing and

movement exercises and is suitable for all ages.  It has been especially

valuable for those experiencing stress and anxiety.

Register Here

Women and Money

Women and Money

Wednesday, December 13

1:00 pm

Wednesdays @ 1pm via Zoom
November 15
December 13
January 10
February 14
March 13
April 10
May 15
June 12

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 15

Register for December 13

Register for January 10

Register for February 14

Register for March 13

Register for April 10

Register for May 15

Register for June 12

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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®

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 trading.

 

Stories, Songs, & Surprises

Stories, Songs, & Surprises

Thursday, December 14

11:15 am

This Week’s Theme: Choo Choo Trains

Join us for weekly Storytime in the Library with Mrs. Crummy.

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Create With Christa: Elf Yourself

Create With Christa: Elf Yourself

Thursday, December 14

3:15 pm - 4:00 pm

Grades PreK – 5

Come create an ELF family, all you have to do is provide pictures of your family.

This program is full. To be added to the waitlist, please contact Children’s Librarian Kelly Crummy at kcrummy@bedfordfreelibrary.org

 

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Downloading With Charlie

Downloading With Charlie

Thursday, December 14

3:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Thursdays, 3:30-5:30

Signup for a one on one session with Charlie and learn to download digital materials. Charlie will show you how to download an ebook or audiobook to your Kindle, iPad or iPhone or Android device.  Please bring your device, library card and Apple and Amazon information.

Register Here

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Westchester Breathes

Westchester Breathes

Monday, December 18

9:30 am - 10:30 am

This wellness program offers instruction in simple, effective breathing and

movement exercises and is suitable for all ages.  It has been especially

valuable for those experiencing stress and anxiety.

Register Here

Sounds of the Season with Angeline

Sounds of the Season with Angeline

Wednesday, December 20

4:15 pm - 5:00 pm

Family Event

Come to the Library and enjoy seasonal music with Angeline.

Register Here

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Stories, Songs, & Surprises

Stories, Songs, & Surprises

Thursday, December 21

11:15 am

This Week’s Theme: Holiday Fun!

Join us for weekly Storytime in the Library with Mrs. Crummy.

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Candy Houses

Candy Houses

Thursday, December 21

3:30 pm - 5:00 pm

Ages 4 and Older
*Ages 4-7 must be accompanied by an adult
(One house per family)

Decorate a Candy House at the Library! All candy supplies and the house will be provided. You are welcome to bring extra candy. 

No fee, however we ask you bring a nonperishable item for the food pantry

*Please let us know of any food allergies

This Program is full. To be added to the waitlist, please contact Children’s Librarian Kelly Crummy at kcrummy@bedfordfreelibrary.org

 

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Downloading With Charlie

Downloading With Charlie

Thursday, December 21

3:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Thursdays, 3:30-5:30

Signup for a one on one session with Charlie and learn to download digital materials. Charlie will show you how to download an ebook or audiobook to your Kindle, iPad or iPhone or Android device.  Please bring your device, library card and Apple and Amazon information.

Register Here

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Closed-Christmas

Saturday, December 23 - December 26

All Day

 

 

Stories, Songs, & Surprises

Stories, Songs, & Surprises

Thursday, December 28

11:15 am

This Week’s Theme: Coming Soon

Join us for weekly Storytime in the Library with Mrs. Crummy.

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Downloading With Charlie

Downloading With Charlie

Thursday, December 28

3:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Thursdays, 3:30-5:30

Signup for a one on one session with Charlie and learn to download digital materials. Charlie will show you how to download an ebook or audiobook to your Kindle, iPad or iPhone or Android device.  Please bring your device, library card and Apple and Amazon information.

Register Here

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Closed-New Years

Saturday, December 30 - January 1

All Day

 

 

Stories, Songs & Surprises

Stories, Songs & Surprises

Thursday, January 4

11:15 am

This Week’s Theme: Snowflakes

Join us for weekly Storytime in the Library with Mrs. Crummy.

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Downloading With Charlie

Downloading With Charlie

Thursday, January 4

3:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Thursdays, 3:30-5:30

Signup for a one on one session with Charlie and learn to download digital materials. Charlie will show you how to download an ebook or audiobook to your Kindle, iPad or iPhone or Android device.  Please bring your device, library card and Apple and Amazon information.

Register Here

More Information

Women and Money

Women and Money

Wednesday, January 10

1:00 pm

Wednesdays @ 1pm via Zoom
November 15
December 13
January 10
February 14
March 13
April 10
May 15
June 12

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 15

Register for December 13

Register for January 10

Register for February 14

Register for March 13

Register for April 10

Register for May 15

Register for June 12

More Information

 

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®

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 trading.

 

Stories, Songs & Surprises

Stories, Songs & Surprises

Thursday, January 11

11:15 am

This Week’s Theme: Three Little Kittens

Join us for weekly Storytime in the Library with Mrs. Crummy.

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Create With Christa: Shaving Cream Paint

Create With Christa: Shaving Cream Paint

Thursday, January 11

3:15 pm - 4:00 pm

Grades K – 2 

We will use SCIENCE to make shaving cream paint!

Registration is required.  Please register at bedfordfreelibrary.org

Register Here

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Downloading With Charlie

Downloading With Charlie

Thursday, January 11

3:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Thursdays, 3:30-5:30

Signup for a one on one session with Charlie and learn to download digital materials. Charlie will show you how to download an ebook or audiobook to your Kindle, iPad or iPhone or Android device.  Please bring your device, library card and Apple and Amazon information.

Register Here

More Information

Stories, Songs & Surprises

Stories, Songs & Surprises

Thursday, January 18

11:15 am

This Week’s Theme: Let’s Get Dressed

Join us for weekly Storytime in the Library with Mrs. Crummy.

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Downloading With Charlie

Downloading With Charlie

Thursday, January 18

3:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Thursdays, 3:30-5:30

Signup for a one on one session with Charlie and learn to download digital materials. Charlie will show you how to download an ebook or audiobook to your Kindle, iPad or iPhone or Android device.  Please bring your device, library card and Apple and Amazon information.

Register Here

More Information

BUILD WITH LEGOS® With Caitlin - Winter 2024

BUILD WITH LEGOS® With Caitlin – Winter 2024

Monday, January 22

3:15 pm - 4:00 pm

8-week series on Mondays 3:15-4:00
January 22, 29, February 5, 12, 26, March 4, 11, 18
Come to one or all
Entering Grades K-5

Bring your imagination and your camera, but not your Legos®, which will be supplied by the Library.
*Your creations can not be taken home

Register Here

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Stories, Songs & Surprises

Stories, Songs & Surprises

Thursday, January 25

11:15 am

This Week’s Theme: Penguins

Join us for weekly Storytime in the Library with Mrs. Crummy.

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Create With Christa: Melting Snowman

Create With Christa: Melting Snowman

Thursday, January 25

3:15 pm - 4:00 pm

Grades 3 – 5

We will make snow and a snowman and then watch them melt away.

Registration is required. Please register at bedfordfreelibrary.org

Register Here

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Downloading With Charlie

Downloading With Charlie

Thursday, January 25

3:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Thursdays, 3:30-5:30

Signup for a one on one session with Charlie and learn to download digital materials. Charlie will show you how to download an ebook or audiobook to your Kindle, iPad or iPhone or Android device.  Please bring your device, library card and Apple and Amazon information.

Register Here

More Information

BUILD WITH LEGOS® With Caitlin - Winter 2024

BUILD WITH LEGOS® With Caitlin – Winter 2024

Monday, January 29

3:15 pm - 4:00 pm

8-week series on Mondays 3:15-4:00
January 22, 29, February 5, 12, 26, March 4, 11, 18
Come to one or all
Entering Grades K-5

Bring your imagination and your camera, but not your Legos®, which will be supplied by the Library.
*Your creations can not be taken home

Register Here

More Information

Stories, Songs & Surprises

Stories, Songs & Surprises

Thursday, February 1

11:15 am

This Week’s Theme: Hibernation Station & Ground Hog’s Day

Join us for weekly Storytime in the Library with Mrs. Crummy.

More Information

Downloading With Charlie

Downloading With Charlie

Thursday, February 1

3:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Thursdays, 3:30-5:30

Signup for a one on one session with Charlie and learn to download digital materials. Charlie will show you how to download an ebook or audiobook to your Kindle, iPad or iPhone or Android device.  Please bring your device, library card and Apple and Amazon information.

Register Here

More Information

BUILD WITH LEGOS® With Caitlin - Winter 2024

BUILD WITH LEGOS® With Caitlin – Winter 2024

Monday, February 5

3:15 pm - 4:00 pm

8-week series on Mondays 3:15-4:00
January 22, 29, February 5, 12, 26, March 4, 11, 18
Come to one or all
Entering Grades K-5

Bring your imagination and your camera, but not your Legos®, which will be supplied by the Library.
*Your creations can not be taken home

Register Here

More Information

Bedford Babies Winter 2024

Bedford Babies Winter 2024

Tuesday, February 6

10:00 am

Tuesdays at 10:00 am
February 6, 13, 27 March 5, 12, 19 April 2, 9
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.

Register Here

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Stories, Songs & Surprises

Stories, Songs & Surprises

Thursday, February 8

11:15 am

This Week’s Theme: Love Bugs

Join us for weekly Storytime in the Library with Mrs. Crummy.

More Information

Downloading With Charlie

Downloading With Charlie

Thursday, February 8

3:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Thursdays, 3:30-5:30

Signup for a one on one session with Charlie and learn to download digital materials. Charlie will show you how to download an ebook or audiobook to your Kindle, iPad or iPhone or Android device.  Please bring your device, library card and Apple and Amazon information.

Register Here

More Information

BUILD WITH LEGOS® With Caitlin - Winter 2024

BUILD WITH LEGOS® With Caitlin – Winter 2024

Monday, February 12

3:15 pm - 4:00 pm

8-week series on Mondays 3:15-4:00
January 22, 29, February 5, 12, 26, March 4, 11, 18
Come to one or all
Entering Grades K-5

Bring your imagination and your camera, but not your Legos®, which will be supplied by the Library.
*Your creations can not be taken home

Register Here

More Information

Bedford Babies Winter 2024

Bedford Babies Winter 2024

Tuesday, February 13

10:00 am

Tuesdays at 10:00 am
February 6, 13, 27 March 5, 12, 19 April 2, 9
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.

Register Here

More Information

 

Women and Money

Women and Money

Wednesday, February 14

1:00 pm

Wednesdays @ 1pm via Zoom
November 15
December 13
January 10
February 14
March 13
April 10
May 15
June 12

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 15

Register for December 13

Register for January 10

Register for February 14

Register for March 13

Register for April 10

Register for May 15

Register for June 12

More Information

 

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®

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 trading.

 

Stories, Songs & Surprises

Stories, Songs & Surprises

Thursday, February 15

11:15 am

This Week’s Theme: Dinosaurs Dance

Join us for weekly Storytime in the Library with Mrs. Crummy.

More Information

Downloading With Charlie

Downloading With Charlie

Thursday, February 15

3:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Thursdays, 3:30-5:30

Signup for a one on one session with Charlie and learn to download digital materials. Charlie will show you how to download an ebook or audiobook to your Kindle, iPad or iPhone or Android device.  Please bring your device, library card and Apple and Amazon information.

Register Here

More Information

Stories, Songs & Surprises

Stories, Songs & Surprises

Thursday, February 22

11:15 am

This Week’s Theme: Pete’s a Pizza

Join us for weekly Storytime in the Library with Mrs. Crummy.

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Downloading With Charlie

Downloading With Charlie

Thursday, February 22

3:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Thursdays, 3:30-5:30

Signup for a one on one session with Charlie and learn to download digital materials. Charlie will show you how to download an ebook or audiobook to your Kindle, iPad or iPhone or Android device.  Please bring your device, library card and Apple and Amazon information.

Register Here

More Information

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