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Wednesday, January 1Closed
Bedford Public Library
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Thursday, January 23:30—5:30 PMMcAllaster RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Organized Chaos: Planners & Bullet Journals
Stop in to set up your planner or bullet journal for the new year. Get inspiration from others, embrace our supplies and get the New Year off to a great start. All teens and adults (ages 12 and up) are welcome to attend, but registration is required.3
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Saturday, January 410:30—11:30 AMMcAllaster RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Munchkin Morning Storytime for Ages 0-12
All are welcome to start your morning with storytime, music and movement, and of course delicious munchkins!5
Sunday, January 52:00—4:00 PMMcAllaster RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Adult and Teen Winter Reading Kickoff Party
Drop by the Library anytime between 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM for a cozy Winter Reading Challenge kickoff event where you can join your fellow readers to sign up for the Challenge. Stay for as long or a short as you'd like and enjoy the virtual fireplace while you mingle with fellow readers and enjoy snacks, cocoa, crafts, games, and fun activities.…Learn More6
Monday, January 65:45—8:15 PMRichmond RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Bedford Youth Lacrosse Monthly Board Meeting
For more information, please contact Dennis Purnell at 978-765-1582 or visit bedfordcannons. org.
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Tuesday, January 710:00—10:30 AMMcAllaster RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Mother Goose Time for Ages 0-24 Months
This storytime is for infants and little ones from birth to 24 months and consists of simple rhymes, stories, and songs! Repetition from week to week helps little ones to make connections and caregivers to become familiar with early literacy concepts.Tuesday, January 74:00—4:30 PMRichmond RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
The Next Chapter for Ages 6-8
The Next Chapter is an in-person read-aloud program with Miss Emily. We'll finish one chapter book over the course of 3 weeks, chatting about comprehension and vocabulary along the way. This is an excellent way to practice reading and speaking skills in an easy going environment. 8
Wednesday, January 810:00—10:30 AMMcAllaster RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Preschool Art for Ages 3-5
Join Miss Sam in a themed Arts and Crafts program for preschoolers. We’ll read a book and then make a craft or a piece of art! Inspiration will come from picture book characters, seasons, and nature.Wednesday, January 83:00—4:30 PMRichmond RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Bedford Public Library Fiber Arts Club
Do you knit, crochet, embroider, spin, sew, weave, braid rugs, or do any kind of fiber craft? Bring a project to work on and join us as we get together to make progress on our current projects, plan new ones, troubleshoot issues, and learn new things from each other.…Learn MoreWednesday, January 84:00—4:30 PMMcAllaster RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Stories in Motion for Ages 5-9
Can you jump like a kangaroo? Or leap like a frog? Miss Hannah will guide you through movements that bring a story on the page to life! 9
Thursday, January 910:00—10:30 AMMcAllaster RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Little Listeners for Ages 2-4
Singing, dancing, wiggling, and stories for children 2-4 and their grownups!Thursday, January 92:00—4:00 PMMcAllaster RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Thursday Theater: White Bird
Join us for a movie on the big screen. Bring a small snack or drink if you would like. January's movie is White Bird, based on the novel by Wonder author R. J. Palacio. Struggling to fit in at his new school after being expelled for his treatment of Auggie Pullman, Julian is visited by his grandmother and is transformed by the compassionate and heroic story of her attempts to escape Nazi-occupied France during WWII.…Learn MoreThursday, January 94:00—4:30 PMChildren's CastleBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Discovery Club for Ages 5-7
Discovery Club is for 5-7 year olds to explore something new! Each week we'll review our club rules and then dive in to reading books centered around a theme, followed by collaborative games or an activity that stretches our imaginations.Thursday, January 96:00—8:15 PMMcAllaster RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Thursday Theater: Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice
Join us for a movie on the big screen. Bring a small snack or drink if you would like. Michael Keaton is back as the "ghost with the most" in the sequel to 1988's Beetlejuice. After an unexpected family tragedy, three generations of the Deetz family return home to Winter River.…Learn MoreThursday, January 96:30—8:30 PMRichmond RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Bedford Lyme Disease Council
For more information, please contact David Hunter at 603-660-3425.
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Friday, January 109:00—11:00 AMRichmond RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Library Board of Trustees
Friday, January 1010:00—10:30 AMMcAllaster RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Puppet Storytime for Ages 0-5
Miss Sam and Miss Emily will be reading stories and singing songs with puppets! 11
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Sunday, January 121:30—4:30 PMMcAllaster RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Cinema Sunday: On the Waterfront
Join us for Cinema Sunday! We’ll explore classic movies with a short presentation, followed by a viewing on the big screen in the McAllaster Room and time for discussion after the film. Known for its streetwise dialogue and vibrantly realistic filming, January's film is On the Waterfront.…Learn More13
Monday, January 1310:00—11:00 AMMcAllaster RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Library Book Discussion Group: The Empress of the Nile
Join us for a discussion of the book The Empress of the Nile by Lynne Olson. Copies of the book are available at the reference desk. Bestseller Olson follows up Madame Fourcade’s Secret War with another scintillating biography of a woman who worked in the French Resistance against the Nazis.…Learn MoreMonday, January 136:30—8:15 PMMcAllaster RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
The Craftworkers' Guild Membership Meetings
For more information, please contact Carol Davis at 603-472-5821 or visit the thecraftworkersguild. org.
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Tuesday, January 1410:00—10:30 AMMcAllaster RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Mother Goose Time for Ages 0-24 Months
This storytime is for infants and little ones from birth to 24 months and consists of simple rhymes, stories, and songs! Repetition from week to week helps little ones to make connections and caregivers to become familiar with early literacy concepts.Tuesday, January 143:45—5:15 PMMcAllaster RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Pokemon Club for Ages 6-12
For more information, please contact Colleen at 978-210-2901.
Tuesday, January 144:00—4:30 PMRichmond RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
The Next Chapter for Ages 6-8
The Next Chapter is an in-person read-aloud program with Miss Emily. We'll finish one chapter book over the course of 3 weeks, chatting about comprehension and vocabulary along the way. This is an excellent way to practice reading and speaking skills in an easy going environment. 15
Wednesday, January 1510:00—10:30 AMMcAllaster RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Preschool Art for Ages 3-5
Join Miss Sam in a themed Arts and Crafts program for preschoolers. We’ll read a book and then make a craft or a piece of art! Inspiration will come from picture book characters, seasons, and nature.Wednesday, January 154:00—4:30 PMMcAllaster RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Stories in Motion for Ages 5-9
Can you jump like a kangaroo? Or leap like a frog? Miss Hannah will guide you through movements that bring a story on the page to life! Wednesday, January 156:00—8:00 PMMcAllaster RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Reading & Relaxation Society
Stop by the library for an informal gathering to read, relax, try your hand at a craft or coloring project, sip a cup of tea, or connect with friends and neighbors at the first monthly meeting of the Reading and Relaxation Society - no membership necessary! We’ll be running this event monthly at the library as an opportunity to take a break and enjoy a cozy space.…Learn More16
Thursday, January 1610:00—10:30 AMMcAllaster RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Little Listeners for Ages 2-4
Singing, dancing, wiggling, and stories for children 2-4 and their grownups!Thursday, January 164:00—4:30 PMChildren's CastleBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Discovery Club for Ages 5-7
Discovery Club is for 5-7 year olds to explore something new! Each week we'll review our club rules and then dive in to reading books centered around a theme, followed by collaborative games or an activity that stretches our imaginations.Thursday, January 166:30—8:00 PMMcAllaster RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Southern NH Chapter National Charity League Prospective Member Information Session
For more information, please contact Danille Malayandy, Membership Coordinator, at 603-793-2552.
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Friday, January 1710:00 AM—12:00 PMMcAllaster RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Red Storm Robotics STEM Day for ages 7-12
Come play with the Red Storm Robotics team from Bedford High School! Several activities will be available for kids to explore physics, electronics, and more through play. Red Storm team members will be able to guide attendees through each activity.18
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Monday, January 20Closed
Bedford Public Library
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Tuesday, January 2110:00—10:30 AMMcAllaster RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Mother Goose Time for Ages 0-24 Months
This storytime is for infants and little ones from birth to 24 months and consists of simple rhymes, stories, and songs! Repetition from week to week helps little ones to make connections and caregivers to become familiar with early literacy concepts.Tuesday, January 214:00—4:30 PMRichmond RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
The Next Chapter for Ages 6-8
The Next Chapter is an in-person read-aloud program with Miss Emily. We'll finish one chapter book over the course of 3 weeks, chatting about comprehension and vocabulary along the way. This is an excellent way to practice reading and speaking skills in an easy going environment. Tuesday, January 216:30—8:00 PMMcAllaster RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Southern NH Chapter National Charity League Prospective Member Information Session
For more information, please contact Danille Malayandy, Membership Coordinator, at 603-793-2552.
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Wednesday, January 2210:00—10:30 AMMcAllaster RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Preschool Art for Ages 3-5
Join Miss Sam in a themed Arts and Crafts program for preschoolers. We’ll read a book and then make a craft or a piece of art! Inspiration will come from picture book characters, seasons, and nature.Wednesday, January 223:00—4:30 PMRichmond RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Bedford Public Library Fiber Arts Club
Do you knit, crochet, embroider, spin, sew, weave, braid rugs, or do any kind of fiber craft? Bring a project to work on and join us as we get together to make progress on our current projects, plan new ones, troubleshoot issues, and learn new things from each other.…Learn MoreWednesday, January 224:00—4:30 PMMcAllaster RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Stories in Motion for Ages 5-9
Can you jump like a kangaroo? Or leap like a frog? Miss Hannah will guide you through movements that bring a story on the page to life! Wednesday, January 226:30—7:15 PMRichmond RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Graphic Novel Club for Ages 8-12
Calling all graphic novel enthusiasts! This is your space to read, chat, and learn about graphic novels. We'll discuss how graphic novels work - from panels and gutters to color palette to use of space - and why we love them. Books will be available for pickup in the Children's Room. Wednesday, January 226:30—8:15 PMMcAllaster RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Death Cafe
At a Death Cafe people, often strangers, gather to eat cake, drink tea and discuss death. Our objective is 'to increase awareness of death with a view to helping people make the most of their (finite) lives'. A Death Cafe is a group directed discussion of death with no agenda, objectives or themes.…Learn More23
Thursday, January 2310:00—10:30 AMMcAllaster RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Little Listeners for Ages 2-4
Singing, dancing, wiggling, and stories for children 2-4 and their grownups!Thursday, January 234:00—4:30 PMChildren's CastleBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Discovery Club for Ages 5-7
Discovery Club is for 5-7 year olds to explore something new! Each week we'll review our club rules and then dive in to reading books centered around a theme, followed by collaborative games or an activity that stretches our imaginations.Thursday, January 236:30—8:15 PMRichmond RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Bedford Public Library Fiber Arts Club
Do you knit, crochet, embroider, spin, sew, weave, braid rugs, or do any kind of fiber craft? Bring a project to work on and join us as we get together to make progress on our current projects, plan new ones, troubleshoot issues, and learn new things from each other.…Learn MoreThursday, January 236:45—8:15 PMMcAllaster RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Library Book Discussion Group: Fever in the Heartland
Join us for a discussion of the book A Fever in the Heartland by Timothy Egan. Copies of the book are available at the reference desk. The shocking story of how Ku Klux Klan leader David C. Stephenson seized and lost control of the state of Indiana in the 1920s is told in Pulitzer winner Egan’s evocative latest (after A Pilgrimage to Eternity).…Learn More24
Friday, January 2410:00—10:30 AMMcAllaster RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Puppet Storytime for Ages 0-5
Miss Sam and Miss Emily will be reading stories and singing songs with puppets! Friday, January 242:00—3:00 PMMcAllaster RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Learn to Use Kanopy
Learn how to use Kanopy to stream movies, documentaries and TV shows with your Bedford Public Library card! In this class we'll show you how to sign up for the service, talk about different options for viewing, explain the ticket system, and show you how to browse for content.…Learn More25
Saturday, January 2510:15 AM—12:15 PMMcAllaster RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Friends of the Library Program: Vision Board Workshop with Terri Hamilton
A Vision Board Workshop is a hands-on guided workshop to help you identify what motivates and inspires you. Vision Boards are fun to create and impactful on your future. Your vision board is unique to you and allows you to focus on what brings you joy.…Learn More26
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Monday, January 276:30—7:15 PMChildren's CastleBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Book Bites for Ages 9-12
Book Bites is a space for 9-12 year olds to hang out and read! 28
Tuesday, January 2810:00—10:30 AMMcAllaster RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Mother Goose Time for Ages 0-24 Months
This storytime is for infants and little ones from birth to 24 months and consists of simple rhymes, stories, and songs! Repetition from week to week helps little ones to make connections and caregivers to become familiar with early literacy concepts.Tuesday, January 283:30—5:00 PMChildren's CastleBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Paws to Read with Lucy (6 Events)
Emerging readers ages 12 and under can register to read to Lucy the dog!Select an occurrence to register for:
3:30—3:45 PMPaws to Read with Lucy
3:45—4:00 PMPaws to Read with Lucy
4:00—4:15 PMPaws to Read with Lucy
4:15—4:30 PMPaws to Read with Lucy
4:30—4:45 PMPaws to Read with Lucy
4:45—5:00 PMPaws to Read with Lucy
Tuesday, January 286:30—8:30 PMMcAllaster RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Bedford Boomers Model Railroad Club
For more information, please contact Thomas Wright at 603-660-0156 or thomas. a. wright@comcast. net.
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Wednesday, January 2910:00—10:30 AMMcAllaster RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Preschool Art for Ages 3-5
Join Miss Sam in a themed Arts and Crafts program for preschoolers. We’ll read a book and then make a craft or a piece of art! Inspiration will come from picture book characters, seasons, and nature.Wednesday, January 294:00—4:30 PMMcAllaster RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Stories in Motion for Ages 5-9
Can you jump like a kangaroo? Or leap like a frog? Miss Hannah will guide you through movements that bring a story on the page to life! 30
Thursday, January 3010:00—10:30 AMMcAllaster RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Little Listeners for Ages 2-4
Singing, dancing, wiggling, and stories for children 2-4 and their grownups!Thursday, January 303:30—5:30 PMMcAllaster RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Organized Chaos: Planners & Bullet Journals
Stop in to set up your planner or bullet journal for the next month. Get inspiration from others, embrace our supplies and stay organized!Thursday, January 303:30—5:00 PMRichmond RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Paws to Read with Willow (6 Events)
Emerging readers ages 12 and under can register to read to Willow the Finnish Lapphund!Select an occurrence to register for:
3:30—3:45 PMPaws to Read with Willow
3:45—4:00 PMPaws to Read with Willow
4:00—4:15 PMPaws to Read with Willow
4:15—4:30 PMPaws to Read with Willow
4:30—4:45 PMPaws to Read with Willow
4:45—5:00 PMPaws to Read with Willow
Thursday, January 304:00—4:30 PMChildren's CastleBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Discovery Club for Ages 5-7
Discovery Club is for 5-7 year olds to explore something new! Each week we'll review our club rules and then dive in to reading books centered around a theme, followed by collaborative games or an activity that stretches our imaginations.31
Friday, January 3110:00—10:30 AMMcAllaster RoomBedford Public Library3 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford, NH, 03110
Puppet Storytime for Ages 0-5
Miss Sam and Miss Emily will be reading stories and singing songs with puppets!