Stories, Songs & Surprises
Thursday, January 9
11:15 am
This Week’s Theme: Sneezy the Snowman
Join us for weekly Storytime in the Library with Mrs. Crummy.
Create With Christa: Snowman Measuring Stick
Thursday, January 9
3:15 pm - 4:00 pm
Grades K – 2
You will be ready for the next snow storm after you make your snowman measuring stick.
Registration is required. Please register online.
Infant Feeding Support Group
Friday, January 10
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Fridays
January 10 & 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.
Tuesday Preschool Crafts
Tuesday, January 14
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.
- January 14: Snowman Name Plate
- February 11: Heart Wreath
- March 4: Rainbow Noodle Necklaces
No registration is required. Supplies on a first come basis.
Woman and Money
Wednesday, January 15
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.
Stories, Songs & Surprises
Thursday, January 16
11:15 am
This Week’s Theme: Three Little Kittens
Join us for weekly Storytime in the Library with Mrs. Crummy.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Online registration begins Tuesday January 7 at 10:00AM
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.
Online registration begins Tuesday January 7 at 10:00AM
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.
Online registration begins Tuesday January 7 at 10:00AM
Stories, Songs & Surprises
Thursday, February 27
11:15 am
This Week’s Theme: Dinosaurs Rock
Join us for weekly Storytime in the Library with Mrs. Crummy.
Bedford Babies Winter 2025
Tuesday, March 4
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.
Online registration begins Tuesday January 7 at 10:00AM
Tuesday Preschool Crafts
Tuesday, March 4
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.
- March 4: Rainbow Noodle Necklaces
No registration is required. Supplies on a first come basis.
Baby Bounce & Rhyme Winter 2025
Wednesday, March 5
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.
Online registration begins Tuesday January 7 at 10:00AM
Musical Mother Goose Winter 2025
Wednesday, March 5
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.
Online registration begins Tuesday January 7 at 10:00AM
Stories, Songs & Surprises
Thursday, March 6
11:15 am
This Week’s Theme: Mischievous Monkeys
Join us for weekly Storytime in the Library with Mrs. Crummy.
Bedford Babies Winter 2025
Tuesday, March 11
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.
Online registration begins Tuesday January 7 at 10:00AM
Baby Bounce & Rhyme Winter 2025
Wednesday, March 12
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.
Online registration begins Tuesday January 7 at 10:00AM
Musical Mother Goose Winter 2025
Wednesday, March 12
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.
Online registration begins Tuesday January 7 at 10:00AM
Women and Money
Wednesday, March 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.
Stories, Songs & Surprises
Thursday, March 13
11:15 am
This Week’s Theme: Lucky Shamrock
Join us for weekly Storytime in the Library with Mrs. Crummy.
Bedford Babies Winter 2025
Tuesday, March 18
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.
Online registration begins Tuesday January 7 at 10:00AM
Baby Bounce & Rhyme Winter 2025
Wednesday, March 19
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.
Online registration begins Tuesday January 7 at 10:00AM
Musical Mother Goose Winter 2025
Wednesday, March 19
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.
Online registration begins Tuesday January 7 at 10:00AM
Stories, Songs & Surprises
Thursday, March 20
11:15 am
This Week’s Theme: Where’s Spot?
Join us for weekly Storytime in the Library with Mrs. Crummy.
Bedford Babies Winter 2025
Tuesday, March 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.
Online registration begins Tuesday January 7 at 10:00AM
Baby Bounce & Rhyme Winter 2025
Wednesday, March 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.
Online registration begins Tuesday January 7 at 10:00AM
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.
Online registration begins Tuesday January 7 at 10:00AM
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.