Young Adult Programs

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.

Getting Started with the College Process
Tuesday, April 29
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
For High School Sophmores, Juniors, Parents
On Zoom
Are you a high school sophomore or junior or the parent of one who is feeling overwhelmed by starting the college application process? Join Mollie Reznick from The College Connection in this virtual workshop. She’ll guide you through the essential steps to kickstart your journey to higher education.
- Behind the scenes perspective on how colleges assess students
- Tips on how to start determining “best fit” colleges
- Advice on getting the most out of college visits
- Top resources for college research
- Q&A session to address all your burning questions
Mollie Reznick has worked with a diverse range of students, helping them find their ideal college match — whether it’s a large state school, a small liberal arts college, or a highly selective university. With experience visiting over 100 campuses nationwide, she brings extensive knowledge to her work and believes strongly in the transformative power of higher education.
Thank you to Bedford Hills Free Library for organizing this event.

Ice Cream Social & Poetry Contest Winners
Wednesday, May 21
3:00 pm
Location: Fellowship Hall at Bedford Presbyterian Church
All are welcome
Winners of Poetry Contest will be announced at 3:30pm
- Free of charge
- Make your own sundae
- M&M guessing game
Many thanks to Bedford Presbyterian Church for the use of Fellowship Hall.
No registration required.