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Saturday, April 110:30—11:00 AM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Family Music with Sarah
Fun for all agesSarah is back with all the music and fun we’ve missed! Join her in the meeting room for singing, dancing, and lots of music-making. Generously sponsored by the Friends of the Bedford Free Public Library2
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Monday, April 34:00—5:00 PM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Lego Building
Join us for an afternoon of Lego Building! All Legos are provided, and have to remain here in the library. Recommended for ages 4+, there will be a small amount of Duplos for younger siblings.
Monday, April 37:00—8:30 PMReference RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Game Night
Are you new to board gaming and want to try something new?
Are you a skilled gamer and want to find more people to play with?
Join us for games in the Reference Room - we'll have a selection of old favorites and new games to learn.
Best for adults and teens at any skill level.…Learn More4
Tuesday, April 44:00—4:45 PM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Play with Poetry
April is National Poetry Month so we are going to listen, play and craft! Join us in the meeting room to create your own set of Magnetic Poetry, write some black out poetry and listen to a few poems. Best for ages 7+.
Tuesday, April 47:00—8:30 PMReference Area - 2nd FloorBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Book a Librarian
April showers may bring May flowers but why not perfect your skills on using apps or creating social media accounts? Patrons can book a half-hour appointment with our Head of Reference Services by contacting the Reference Desk at 781-275-9440 option 3.…Learn More5
Wednesday, April 59:30—11:30 AMZoom
50+ Job Seekers Networking Group Workshops
The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group via Zoom. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career", this networking group program is perfect for you! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking!
Register for one meeting at a time or all 12 at once.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 510:30—11:00 AM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Family Storytime
Join our Miss Nicole for stories, songs, rhymes, shakers, scarves, and fun for all. All ages welcome.…Learn More
Wednesday, April 51:00—2:30 PM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
TAG - Teen Activity Group
Open to everyone in grades 6-12!Drop in after school for snacks, crafts and games, and a comfortable place to hang out with your friends!…Learn More6
Thursday, April 610:30—11:30 AM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Drive-in Car Craft & Viewing
Join us for a very special "Drive-In" Viewing event. First, create a car out of a cardboard box with your child, then sit and enjoy a few episodes of everyone's favorite Australian dog family at the "drive-in". Recommended for ages 3+, show is rated TV-Y.…Learn More
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Friday, April 79:15 AM—3:30 PM3rd Floor Conference RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Tax Assistance
Tax preparation assistance for low-to-moderate income individuals and/or familiesProvided by IRS trained specialists.
Appointments are set for selected Fridays and Saturdays through April 15, with a limited number of appointments on each day.
Clients can book an appointment directly online at: bit.…Learn More
Friday, April 710:30—11:00 AM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Move & Groove
Sing, dance, and make merry noise in this guided exploration of music and movement for young children and their caregivers. Dress comfortably. Best for toddlers, 2+8
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Sunday, April 9Library Closed
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Monday, April 104:00—5:00 PM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Crafternoon: Pointillism Painting
Join us for an afternoon of painting like the impressionists and try your hand at "pointillism". We will have various tools and levels of project for different ages. The youngest can paint with an outline with pom poms. If your child has a bit more patience - use q-tips.…Learn More
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Tuesday, April 1111:30 AM—1:00 PM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Homeschool Hangout
Play games, complete crafts and get to know other homeschooling families in the area in these relaxed meetups. All ages welcome.Tuesday, April 117:00—8:30 PMReference Area - 2nd FloorBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Book a Librarian
April showers may bring May flowers but why not perfect your skills on using apps or creating social media accounts? Patrons can book a half-hour appointment with our Head of Reference Services by contacting the Reference Desk at 781-275-9440 option 3.…Learn MoreTuesday, April 117:00—9:00 PMZoom
Board of Library Trustees
Join the Zoom Meeting. Webinar link: https://zoom. us/j/82805797031(No password required)Telephone 1-929-205-6099Meeting ID: 828 0579 703112
Wednesday, April 1210:30—11:00 AM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Family Storytime
Join our Miss Nicole for stories, songs, rhymes, shakers, scarves, and fun for all. All ages welcome.…Learn More
Wednesday, April 121:00—2:30 PM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
TAG - Teen Activity Group
Open to everyone in grades 6-12!Drop in after school for snacks, crafts and games, and a comfortable place to hang out with your friends!…Learn MoreWednesday, April 126:00—8:00 PMZoom
50+ Job Seekers Networking Group Workshops
The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group via Zoom. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career", this networking group program is perfect for you! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking!
Register for one meeting at a time or all 12 at once.…Learn More
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Thursday, April 1310:30—11:30 AM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Play Dough Day
Join us for an event filled with Play Dough fun! We will have edible safe play dough for our youngest friends to play with. Older kids will enjoy mixing up their own before building. All ages are welcome.
Thursday, April 134:00—4:45 PM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Mindfulness Storytime
Children ages 4-8 and their caregivers are invited to join us for a special storytime. Mindfulness storytime will feature calm stories, introducing and identifying emotions, breathing activities and a few yoga poses. This particular storytime is not recommended for children who have trouble sitting still (but we love them and welcome them at Family Storytime, Move & Groove, and Music with Sarah).…Learn More
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Friday, April 149:15 AM—3:30 PM3rd Floor Conference RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Tax Assistance
Tax preparation assistance for low-to-moderate income individuals and/or familiesProvided by IRS trained specialists.
Appointments are set for selected Fridays and Saturdays through April 15, with a limited number of appointments on each day.
Clients can book an appointment directly online at: bit.…Learn More
Friday, April 144:00—4:30 PM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Stuffed Animal Sleepover Storytime Drop-off
We're having a Stuffed Animal Sleepover at the library! Join us at 4 PM for a little story time & craft with your stuffies, then leave them behind for the night. There will be a slideshow online after the sleepover showing what the animals did at the library.…Learn More
Friday, April 144:30—6:00 PMChildren's RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Stuffed Animal Sleepover Drop-off
Can't make our storytime at 4 pm, but still want to drop someone off for the stuffed animal sleepover? No problem - just stop by the children's room between 4:30 and 6 when we close. Pick up is all day 9 AM - 5 PM, Saturday, April 15.
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Saturday, April 153:00—3:45 PM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Explore Science with NHS
Join three members of Bedford National Honor Society for a fun and engaging science program! They will demonstrate three experiments as kids learn about lab safety, how to make a hypothesis, as well as science concepts demonstrated in the experiments.…Learn More
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Monday, April 17Library Closed
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Tuesday, April 1811:00 AM—12:00 PM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Superhero Training Day
Join Miss Nicole and become your very own superhero! Create a cape and mask for your costume, then complete our Superhero Training Obstacle Course and earn your certificate as a member of the Library League of Superheroes. Best for ages 3+, siblings welcome.…Learn More
Tuesday, April 187:00—8:30 PMReference Area - 2nd FloorBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Book a Librarian
April showers may bring May flowers but why not perfect your skills on using apps or creating social media accounts? Patrons can book a half-hour appointment with our Head of Reference Services by contacting the Reference Desk at 781-275-9440 option 3.…Learn More19
Wednesday, April 199:30—11:30 AMZoom
50+ Job Seekers Networking Group Workshops
The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group via Zoom. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career", this networking group program is perfect for you! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking!
Register for one meeting at a time or all 12 at once.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 1911:00—11:45 AM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Dance Party
Join us for a dance party in the meeting room! This event will focus on dances that have moves to follow along and is best suited for ages 5+. However, anyone that enjoys music and wants to dance to their own beat are welcome - especially siblings. &nb…Learn More
Wednesday, April 191:00—2:30 PM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
NO TAG - School Vacation Week
Open to everyone in grades 6-12!NO TAG this week - enjoy vacation!…Learn More20
Thursday, April 206:30—8:30 PM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Friends' RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Friends of BFPL 'Members Only' Preview
Members of the Friends of the Bedford Free Public Library are invited to this 'members only' pre-sale event. Not a member? To join, go to Friends website21
Friday, April 211:00—5:00 PM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Friends' RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
FOL Spring Book Sale
Friends of the Bedford Free Public Library
Spring Book SaleDon’t miss out on hundreds of books, both fiction and non-fiction, DVDs, CDs and more for adults, teens and children. Wonderful books and merchandise at great prices.
And remember, 100% of all proceeds go directly to support Bedford Free Public Library programs and acquisitions.22
Saturday, April 2210:00 AM—4:00 PM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Friends' RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
FOL Spring Book Sale
Friends of the Bedford Free Public Library
Spring Book SaleDon’t miss out on hundreds of books, both fiction and non-fiction, DVDs, CDs and more for adults, teens and children. Wonderful books and merchandise at great prices.
And remember, 100% of all proceeds go directly to support Bedford Free Public Library programs and acquisitions.23
Sunday, April 231:00—4:00 PM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Friends' RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
FOL Spring Book Sale
Friends of the Bedford Free Public Library
Spring Book SaleDon’t miss out on hundreds of books, both fiction and non-fiction, DVDs, CDs and more for adults, teens and children. Wonderful books and merchandise at great prices.
And remember, 100% of all proceeds go directly to support Bedford Free Public Library programs and acquisitions.24
Monday, April 2410:00—11:00 AM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Beginning Conversations about Race, Culture, and Prejudice: Meeting Offsite
Young children notice differences in people like skin color, hair type, eye shape, and the foods they eat and languages they speak. We adults can help them learn about these differences and try to prevent them from absorbing prejudiced ideas they may see or hear other places.…Learn More
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Tuesday, April 2511:30 AM—1:00 PM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Homeschool Hangout
Play games, complete crafts and get to know other homeschooling families in the area in these relaxed meetups. All ages welcome.Tuesday, April 257:00—8:30 PMReference Area - 2nd FloorBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Book a Librarian
April showers may bring May flowers but why not perfect your skills on using apps or creating social media accounts? Patrons can book a half-hour appointment with our Head of Reference Services by contacting the Reference Desk at 781-275-9440 option 3.…Learn More26
Wednesday, April 261:00—2:30 PM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
TAG - Teen Activity Group
Open to everyone in grades 6-12!Drop in after school for snacks, crafts and games, and a comfortable place to hang out with your friends!…Learn MoreWednesday, April 266:00—8:00 PMZoom
50+ Job Seekers Networking Group Workshops
The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group via Zoom. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career", this networking group program is perfect for you! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking!
Register for one meeting at a time or all 12 at once.…Learn More
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Thursday, April 2710:00—11:30 AMZoom
Genealogy Club
Let's share what we've discovered lately - - or hope to find out soon!
Join the Zoom meeting: https://us02web. zoom. us/j/84610018441?pwd=L2NzbXEvTUtWY3F0UFZNaFZKeVdtZz09Meeting ID: 846 1001 8441
Passcode: 71604628
Friday, April 2810:30—11:30 AM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
HomeSchool Book Club
Home school students are invited to join us as we read, discuss and complete activities with Miss Sue. Recommended for children ages 8-11. April's Book: Troubled Girls of Dragonmir AcademyRegistration requested.29
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