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July 1. 1 event.
Come play some classic fantasy board games or learn a new one! We'll have an assortment of games out for you and friends to play. There will also be non fantasy games to play. Open to tweens and teens ages 11-18/rising 6th-12th graders.
Wednesday, July 12:00—3:15 PM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Teen Fantasy Board Games
Come play some classic fantasy board games or learn a new one! We'll have an assortment of games out for you and friends to play. There will also be non fantasy games to play. Open to tweens and teens ages 11-18/rising 6th-12th graders. July 2. 2 events.
Bring your handwork and join fellow crafters in a fun and supportive meetup. Knitting, crocheting, embroidery, needlepoint, and any other mess-free craft is welcome. This is not a teaching class.
Compete for prizes in an epic game of Pokemon-themed Jeopardy! Please note that we are repeating the questions from our Pokemon Jeopardy event in May, so if you already attended the first event you will not be able to attend this one. This program is for kids ages 7-13 and entering grades 3-7.…Learn More
Thursday, July 210:00 AM—12:00 PMReference RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Morning Stitch Club
Bring your handwork and join fellow crafters in a fun and supportive meetup. Knitting, crocheting, embroidery, needlepoint, and any other mess-free craft is welcome. This is not a teaching class.Thursday, July 24:00—4:45 PM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Tween Trivia: Pokemon Edition!
Compete for prizes in an epic game of Pokemon-themed Jeopardy! Please note that we are repeating the questions from our Pokemon Jeopardy event in May, so if you already attended the first event you will not be able to attend this one. This program is for kids ages 7-13 and entering grades 3-7.…Learn MoreJuly 3. 1 closure. 0 events.
Friday, July 3Library Closed
July 4. 1 closure. 0 events.
Saturday, July 4Library Closed
July 5. 1 closure. 0 events.
Sunday, July 5Library Closed
July 6. 3 events.
Join us in the meeting room to craft your own musical instruments, followed by a musical jam session. Best for ages 3+, siblings welcome.
Build a home for fairies out of craft supplies and bring magic into your life! Best for ages 5+, siblings welcome.
Monday, July 610:30—11:15 AM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
DIY Instruments
Join us in the meeting room to craft your own musical instruments, followed by a musical jam session. Best for ages 3+, siblings welcome.Monday, July 64:00—4:45 PM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Craft: Fairy Houses
Build a home for fairies out of craft supplies and bring magic into your life! Best for ages 5+, siblings welcome. July 7. 2 events.Tuesday, July 710:00—10:30 AM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Stories on the Lawn will meet inside today. Family Storytime heads outside for the summer. Children (ages 0-5) and their caregivers are invited to join us on the library lawn for stories, songs, rhymes and more. There is no ticketing or registration for outdoor storytime.…Learn More
Create a simple folded book and then fill it with stories and pictures. Decorate the cover and give your book a title and you're ready to be an author!Best for K-5, all ages welcome.
Tuesday, July 710:00—10:30 AM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Library LawnBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Stories on the Lawn
Stories on the Lawn will meet inside today. Family Storytime heads outside for the summer. Children (ages 0-5) and their caregivers are invited to join us on the library lawn for stories, songs, rhymes and more. There is no ticketing or registration for outdoor storytime.…Learn MoreTuesday, July 74:00—4:45 PM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Kids Craft: Make Your Own Book
Create a simple folded book and then fill it with stories and pictures. Decorate the cover and give your book a title and you're ready to be an author!Best for K-5, all ages welcome. July 8. 2 events.
Come learn how to draw your own Fantasy Map! We'll have all the supplies, tips, and tricks to draw your own custom fantasy world. This is a tween and teen event open to rising 6th-12th graders/ages 11-17.
Our monthly craft program for adults features a different craft every month. July Craft: Decoupage ShellsJoin Pam to decorate seashells with nautical themes. Each participant can decorate two shells.
Wednesday, July 82:00—3:00 PM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Teen Fantasy Map Making
Come learn how to draw your own Fantasy Map! We'll have all the supplies, tips, and tricks to draw your own custom fantasy world. This is a tween and teen event open to rising 6th-12th graders/ages 11-17.Wednesday, July 86:00—7:30 PM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Gather & Glue - Decoupage Shells
Our monthly craft program for adults features a different craft every month. July Craft: Decoupage ShellsJoin Pam to decorate seashells with nautical themes. Each participant can decorate two shells.July 9. 5 events.Bring your handwork and join fellow crafters in a fun and supportive meetup. Knitting, crocheting, embroidery, needlepoint, and any other mess-free craft is welcome. This is not a teaching class.
Caregivers with babies 2 and under are invited to join us weekly at the library for playtime. Let the babies explore and play with age appropriate toys while you meet and socialize with other caregivers!
Thursday, July 910:00 AM—12:00 PMReference RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Morning Stitch Club
Bring your handwork and join fellow crafters in a fun and supportive meetup. Knitting, crocheting, embroidery, needlepoint, and any other mess-free craft is welcome. This is not a teaching class.Thursday, July 911:00 AM—12:15 PM3rd Floor Conference RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
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Thursday, July 911:30 AM—12:30 PM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Baby Playtime
Caregivers with babies 2 and under are invited to join us weekly at the library for playtime. Let the babies explore and play with age appropriate toys while you meet and socialize with other caregivers! Thursday, July 96:00—7:30 PMReference RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Book a Librarian
Book a Librarian
Need help with using apps or creating social media accounts to help you in your endeavors? Patrons can book a half-hour appointment with our Head of Reference Services by contacting the Reference Desk at 781-275-9440 option 3. Be sure to bring any needed passwords along with your device.…Learn More
July 10. 2 events.
Children of the K26 & K27 classes and their caregivers can join Rachel weekly for storytime. All of storytimes help develop early literacy skills. Pre-K storytime also focuses on school readiness including listening skills and taking turns through longer stories, flannel boards, rhymes and songs.…Learn More
Digital Art for Beginners: Exploring the Procreate App
In this class, we cover the basics of creating art in Procreate, the most popular digital art app for the iPad. We cover various features in the app, such as using different brushes, blending colors, and importing photos to work from.…Learn More
Friday, July 1011:00—11:30 AM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Pre-K Storytime
Children of the K26 & K27 classes and their caregivers can join Rachel weekly for storytime. All of storytimes help develop early literacy skills. Pre-K storytime also focuses on school readiness including listening skills and taking turns through longer stories, flannel boards, rhymes and songs.…Learn MoreFriday, July 104:00—5:00 PM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Digital Art Class with KevTech
Digital Art for Beginners: Exploring the Procreate App
In this class, we cover the basics of creating art in Procreate, the most popular digital art app for the iPad. We cover various features in the app, such as using different brushes, blending colors, and importing photos to work from.…Learn MoreJuly 11. 0 events.
July 12 (Today). 1 closure. 0 events.
TodaySunday, July 12Library Closed
July 13. 2 events.
Join us in the meeting room for crafts, "tea" and cookies, and the story of Alice in Wonderland. Best for ages 4+, siblings welcome. Register to save your spot. Walk-ins welcome if the program is not full.
Monday, July 1311:00 AM—12:00 PM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Alice in Wonderland Tea Party
Join us in the meeting room for crafts, "tea" and cookies, and the story of Alice in Wonderland. Best for ages 4+, siblings welcome. Register to save your spot. Walk-ins welcome if the program is not full. July 14. 4 events.Tuesday, July 1410:00—10:30 AM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Family Storytime heads outside for the summer. Children (ages 0-5) and their caregivers are invited to join us on the library lawn for stories, songs, rhymes and more. There is no ticketing or registration for outdoor storytime. Storytime may move indoors due to weather.…Learn More
Come learn about animals which are able to vanish in plain sight! Discover ways in which animals are able to blend like magic into their environment. Learn about how both predators and prey disguise themselves to increase their chances of survival. Then become a nature detective and see if you can spot the hidden animal, in various nature scenes.…Learn MoreTuesday, July 146:30—8:30 PMOnline
This is part of the Library Speakers Consortium program. It is an online program. Click here to register. Join us for a thrilling evening with acclaimed author Karin Slaughter as we chat about her North Falls series, consisting of We Are All Guilty Here, in which two teenage girls vanish in rural Georgia, and her upcoming sequel, The Secrets We Hide.…Learn More
Tuesday, July 1410:00—10:30 AM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Library LawnBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Stories on the Lawn
Family Storytime heads outside for the summer. Children (ages 0-5) and their caregivers are invited to join us on the library lawn for stories, songs, rhymes and more. There is no ticketing or registration for outdoor storytime. Storytime may move indoors due to weather.…Learn MoreTuesday, July 144:00—4:45 PM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Animal Camouflage with Hands on Nature
Come learn about animals which are able to vanish in plain sight! Discover ways in which animals are able to blend like magic into their environment. Learn about how both predators and prey disguise themselves to increase their chances of survival. Then become a nature detective and see if you can spot the hidden animal, in various nature scenes.…Learn MoreTuesday, July 146:30—8:30 PMOnline
Reference RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
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Board of Trustees Meeting
Hybrid: In-Person and Online Join the Zoom Webinar: Webinar link: https://us02web. zoom. us/j/84820610669 Telephone: 646-558-8656 Webinar ID: 848 2061 0669
Tuesday, July 147:00—8:00 PMOnline
Author Talk: Karin Slaughter (VIRTUAL)
This is part of the Library Speakers Consortium program. It is an online program. Click here to register. Join us for a thrilling evening with acclaimed author Karin Slaughter as we chat about her North Falls series, consisting of We Are All Guilty Here, in which two teenage girls vanish in rural Georgia, and her upcoming sequel, The Secrets We Hide.…Learn MoreJuly 15. 3 events.
We'll have a professional doing tarot card readings. While you wait your turn you can practice on yourself, try reading each others palms and brew up a "magic potion". Open to ages 11-17/rising 6th through 12th Graders
Shelf to Table is a twist on the traditional book club - each month, we'll talk about and sample dishes from a different cookbook. Attendees are encouraged to cook one of the recipes in the book to share, and then we'll discuss how we felt about the recipes and the book overall.…Learn More
Wednesday, July 1510:00—10:45 AM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Rec Department Kids Club Visit
Kids Club visits the Library!
Wednesday, July 152:00—3:00 PM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Teen Tarot & Divination
We'll have a professional doing tarot card readings. While you wait your turn you can practice on yourself, try reading each others palms and brew up a "magic potion". Open to ages 11-17/rising 6th through 12th GradersWednesday, July 156:30—7:30 PM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Shelf to Table Cookbook Club
Shelf to Table is a twist on the traditional book club - each month, we'll talk about and sample dishes from a different cookbook. Attendees are encouraged to cook one of the recipes in the book to share, and then we'll discuss how we felt about the recipes and the book overall.…Learn MoreJuly 16. 4 events.Bring your handwork and join fellow crafters in a fun and supportive meetup. Knitting, crocheting, embroidery, needlepoint, and any other mess-free craft is welcome. This is not a teaching class.Caregivers with babies 2 and under are invited to join us weekly at the library for playtime. Let the babies explore and play with age appropriate toys while you meet and socialize with other caregivers! 
This is part of the Library Speakers Consortium program. It is an online program. Click here to register. In her ambitious new memoir, Migrant Heart: Essays About Things I Can’t Forget, beloved bestselling author Reyna Grande illuminates the hidden cost of the American Dream and the complex journey of healing that follows survival.…Learn More
Thursday, July 1610:00 AM—12:00 PMReference RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Morning Stitch Club
Bring your handwork and join fellow crafters in a fun and supportive meetup. Knitting, crocheting, embroidery, needlepoint, and any other mess-free craft is welcome. This is not a teaching class.Thursday, July 1611:30 AM—12:30 PM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Baby Playtime
Caregivers with babies 2 and under are invited to join us weekly at the library for playtime. Let the babies explore and play with age appropriate toys while you meet and socialize with other caregivers! Thursday, July 162:00—3:00 PMOnline
Author Talk: Reyna Grande (VIRTUAL)
This is part of the Library Speakers Consortium program. It is an online program. Click here to register. In her ambitious new memoir, Migrant Heart: Essays About Things I Can’t Forget, beloved bestselling author Reyna Grande illuminates the hidden cost of the American Dream and the complex journey of healing that follows survival.…Learn MoreThursday, July 166:00—7:30 PMReference RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Book a Librarian
Book a Librarian
Need help with using apps or creating social media accounts to help you in your endeavors? Patrons can book a half-hour appointment with our Head of Reference Services by contacting the Reference Desk at 781-275-9440 option 3. Be sure to bring any needed passwords along with your device.…Learn More
July 17. 2 events.Children of the K26 & K27 classes and their caregivers can join Rachel weekly for storytime. All of storytimes help develop early literacy skills. Pre-K storytime also focuses on school readiness including listening skills and taking turns through longer stories, flannel boards, rhymes and songs.…Learn More
Friday, July 1711:00—11:30 AM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Pre-K Storytime
Children of the K26 & K27 classes and their caregivers can join Rachel weekly for storytime. All of storytimes help develop early literacy skills. Pre-K storytime also focuses on school readiness including listening skills and taking turns through longer stories, flannel boards, rhymes and songs.…Learn MoreFriday, July 173:30—5:30 PM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Movie Showing: The Princess Bride
Join us each week beginning July 17 for a movie showings. These movie showings are open to all ages (kids, teens and adults) and attendance and viewing is at parents' discretion. July 17: The Princess BrideJuly 24: How to Train your Dragon (2025)July…Learn More
July 18. 1 event.
Join professional musician Sarah Gardner in the meeting room for singing, dancing, and lots of music-making. This program is a band style where children play various instruments together. Family Music with Sarah is best for children ages 0-5 and a caregiver.…Learn More
Saturday, July 1810:30—11:00 AM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Family Music with Sarah
Join professional musician Sarah Gardner in the meeting room for singing, dancing, and lots of music-making. This program is a band style where children play various instruments together. Family Music with Sarah is best for children ages 0-5 and a caregiver.…Learn MoreJuly 19. 1 closure. 0 events.
Sunday, July 19Library Closed
July 20. 3 events.
Who can build the tallest tower out of toothpicks? Can a structure made of newspaper be strong enough to hold a book? We'll bring some unexpected construction materials and challenges, you bring your engineering skills and imagination! For kids ages 5-11.…Learn More
Monday, July 201:00—1:45 PM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Rec Department Kids Club Visit
Kids Club visits the Library!
Monday, July 201:00—3:00 PM3rd Floor Conference RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Reserved
Monday, July 204:00—4:45 PM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
K-5 STEM Challenge: Construction
Who can build the tallest tower out of toothpicks? Can a structure made of newspaper be strong enough to hold a book? We'll bring some unexpected construction materials and challenges, you bring your engineering skills and imagination! For kids ages 5-11.…Learn MoreJuly 21. 3 events.Tuesday, July 2110:00—10:30 AM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Family Storytime heads outside for the summer. Children (ages 0-5) and their caregivers are invited to join us on the library lawn for stories, songs, rhymes and more. There is no ticketing or registration for outdoor storytime. Storytime may move indoors due to weather.…Learn More
The Bedford Bibliophiles Book Club reads a variety of fiction and non-fiction, encourages thoughtful discussion, and fosters community and a love of reading.
Our book this month is: The Guncle by Steven Rowley
Join us as we celebrate the beloved book series "Princess in Black" by Shannon Hale with themed crafts and activities. Best for ages 5+, siblings welcome.
Tuesday, July 2110:00—10:30 AM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Library LawnBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Stories on the Lawn
Family Storytime heads outside for the summer. Children (ages 0-5) and their caregivers are invited to join us on the library lawn for stories, songs, rhymes and more. There is no ticketing or registration for outdoor storytime. Storytime may move indoors due to weather.…Learn MoreTuesday, July 2111:00 AM—12:00 PMReference RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Bedford Bibliophiles Book Club
The Bedford Bibliophiles Book Club reads a variety of fiction and non-fiction, encourages thoughtful discussion, and fosters community and a love of reading.
Our book this month is: The Guncle by Steven RowleyTuesday, July 214:00—4:45 PM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Princess in Black Party
Join us as we celebrate the beloved book series "Princess in Black" by Shannon Hale with themed crafts and activities. Best for ages 5+, siblings welcome. July 22. 2 events.
Come channel the power of the sun to make a delicious treat! We'll create solar ovens to toast up some s'mores. Tweens and Teens entering 6th - 12th grade are welcome!The Bedford Bibliophiles Book Club reads a variety of fiction and non-fiction, encourages thoughtful discussion, and fosters community and a love of reading. Our book this month is: The Guncle by Steven Rowley
Wednesday, July 222:00—3:00 PM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Teen Solar S'mores
Come channel the power of the sun to make a delicious treat! We'll create solar ovens to toast up some s'mores. Tweens and Teens entering 6th - 12th grade are welcome!Wednesday, July 226:30—7:30 PM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Bedford Bibliophiles Book Club
The Bedford Bibliophiles Book Club reads a variety of fiction and non-fiction, encourages thoughtful discussion, and fosters community and a love of reading. Our book this month is: The Guncle by Steven RowleyJuly 23. 5 events.Bring your handwork and join fellow crafters in a fun and supportive meetup. Knitting, crocheting, embroidery, needlepoint, and any other mess-free craft is welcome. This is not a teaching class.Caregivers with babies 2 and under are invited to join us weekly at the library for playtime. Let the babies explore and play with age appropriate toys while you meet and socialize with other caregivers! 
Join Rachel to weave your own cloth! Using yarn and a piece of cardboard, you can make a unique piece of fabric. You'll be able to take home the cardboard loom after the class to continue working at home. This program is for kids ages 8-13, or grades 4-7.…Learn MoreEnglish learning
Thursday, July 2310:00 AM—12:00 PMReference RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Morning Stitch Club
Bring your handwork and join fellow crafters in a fun and supportive meetup. Knitting, crocheting, embroidery, needlepoint, and any other mess-free craft is welcome. This is not a teaching class.Thursday, July 2311:30 AM—12:30 PM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Baby Playtime
Caregivers with babies 2 and under are invited to join us weekly at the library for playtime. Let the babies explore and play with age appropriate toys while you meet and socialize with other caregivers! Thursday, July 234:00—4:45 PM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Tween Craft: Cardboard Looms!
Join Rachel to weave your own cloth! Using yarn and a piece of cardboard, you can make a unique piece of fabric. You'll be able to take home the cardboard loom after the class to continue working at home. This program is for kids ages 8-13, or grades 4-7.…Learn MoreThursday, July 236:00—7:30 PM3rd Floor Conference RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
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English learningThursday, July 236:00—7:30 PMReference RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Book a Librarian
Book a Librarian
Need help with using apps or creating social media accounts to help you in your endeavors? Patrons can book a half-hour appointment with our Head of Reference Services by contacting the Reference Desk at 781-275-9440 option 3. Be sure to bring any needed passwords along with your device.…Learn More
July 24. 2 events.
Friday, July 2411:00—11:30 AM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Pre-K Storytime
Children of the K26 & K27 classes and their caregivers can join Rachel weekly for storytime. All of storytimes help develop early literacy skills. Pre-K storytime also focuses on school readiness including listening skills and taking turns through longer stories, flannel boards, rhymes and songs.…Learn More
Friday, July 243:30—5:30 PM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Movie Showing: How to Train your Dragon (2025)
Join us each week beginning July 17 for a movie showings. These movie showings are open to all ages (kids, teens and adults) and attendance and viewing is at parents' discretion. July 17: The Princess BrideJuly 24: How to Train your Dragon (2025)July…Learn More
July 25. 1 event.
Design a magic wand from craft supplies. Will your wand be sparkly? Flowy? Rainbow or monochrome? The choice is yours! Open to children ages 3-10 and their caregivers. Siblings welcome.
Saturday, July 2510:30—11:15 AM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Craft: Magic Wands
Design a magic wand from craft supplies. Will your wand be sparkly? Flowy? Rainbow or monochrome? The choice is yours! Open to children ages 3-10 and their caregivers. Siblings welcome.July 26. 1 closure. 0 events.
Sunday, July 26Library Closed
July 27. 1 event.
July 28. 4 events.Tuesday, July 2810:00—10:30 AM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Family Storytime heads outside for the summer. Children (ages 0-5) and their caregivers are invited to join us on the library lawn for stories, songs, rhymes and more. There is no ticketing or registration for outdoor storytime. Storytime may move indoors due to weather.…Learn More
This is part of the Library Speakers Consortium program. It is an online program. Click here to register. Join us in virtual conversation with bestselling author Dr. Marisa Franco, one of the world’s leading experts in human connection. Her book, Platonic: How the Science of Attachment Can Help You Make–And Keep–Friends, explores the science of different attachment styles and how they impact our relationships–often in ways we don’t realize!
How do we make and keep friends in an era of distraction, burnout, and chaos, especially in a society that often prizes romantic love at the expense of other relationships? In Platonic, Dr.…Learn More
Celebrate these amazing mythical creatures with crafts, a flying contest, decoding hidden messages, and more!
Best for kids entering grades K-6, siblings welcome.individual English tutoring
Tuesday, July 2810:00—10:30 AM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Library LawnBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Stories on the Lawn
Family Storytime heads outside for the summer. Children (ages 0-5) and their caregivers are invited to join us on the library lawn for stories, songs, rhymes and more. There is no ticketing or registration for outdoor storytime. Storytime may move indoors due to weather.…Learn MoreTuesday, July 282:00—3:00 PMOnline
Author Talk: Marisa G. Franco (VIRTUAL)
This is part of the Library Speakers Consortium program. It is an online program. Click here to register. Join us in virtual conversation with bestselling author Dr. Marisa Franco, one of the world’s leading experts in human connection. Her book, Platonic: How the Science of Attachment Can Help You Make–And Keep–Friends, explores the science of different attachment styles and how they impact our relationships–often in ways we don’t realize!
How do we make and keep friends in an era of distraction, burnout, and chaos, especially in a society that often prizes romantic love at the expense of other relationships? In Platonic, Dr.…Learn MoreTuesday, July 284:00—4:45 PM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Dragon Party
Celebrate these amazing mythical creatures with crafts, a flying contest, decoding hidden messages, and more!
Best for kids entering grades K-6, siblings welcome.Tuesday, July 284:30—5:30 PM3rd Floor Conference RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
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individual English tutoringJuly 29. 2 events.
Think you can puzzle your way out? Come try and escape! Open to ages 11-17/rising 6th - 12th graders.
Awesome Robb delighted audiences a few summers ago and now he's back with a pirate themed show. Awesome Robb combines magic with humor to entertain kids in a wide range of ages. Best for ages 4+This show will be outside on the library lawn if the weather allows.…Learn More
Wednesday, July 292:00—3:00 PM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Teen Escape Room
Think you can puzzle your way out? Come try and escape! Open to ages 11-17/rising 6th - 12th graders.Wednesday, July 296:00—6:45 PMLibrary LawnBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Awesome Robb's Pirate Magic Show (Outside or at Town Hall)
Awesome Robb delighted audiences a few summers ago and now he's back with a pirate themed show. Awesome Robb combines magic with humor to entertain kids in a wide range of ages. Best for ages 4+This show will be outside on the library lawn if the weather allows.…Learn MoreJuly 30. 5 events.Brain Injury 101 Training for Advocates StaffBring your handwork and join fellow crafters in a fun and supportive meetup. Knitting, crocheting, embroidery, needlepoint, and any other mess-free craft is welcome. This is not a teaching class.Caregivers with babies 2 and under are invited to join us weekly at the library for playtime. Let the babies explore and play with age appropriate toys while you meet and socialize with other caregivers! individual English tutoring
Thursday, July 309:30—11:30 AM3rd Floor Conference RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
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Brain Injury 101 Training for Advocates StaffThursday, July 3010:00 AM—12:00 PMReference RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Morning Stitch Club
Bring your handwork and join fellow crafters in a fun and supportive meetup. Knitting, crocheting, embroidery, needlepoint, and any other mess-free craft is welcome. This is not a teaching class.Thursday, July 3011:30 AM—12:30 PM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Baby Playtime
Caregivers with babies 2 and under are invited to join us weekly at the library for playtime. Let the babies explore and play with age appropriate toys while you meet and socialize with other caregivers! Thursday, July 304:30—5:30 PM3rd Floor Conference RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
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individual English tutoringThursday, July 306:00—7:30 PMReference RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Book a Librarian
Book a Librarian
Need help with using apps or creating social media accounts to help you in your endeavors? Patrons can book a half-hour appointment with our Head of Reference Services by contacting the Reference Desk at 781-275-9440 option 3. Be sure to bring any needed passwords along with your device.…Learn More
July 31. 2 events.
Children of the K26 & K27 classes and their caregivers can join Rachel weekly for storytime. All of storytimes help develop early literacy skills. Pre-K storytime also focuses on school readiness including listening skills and taking turns through longer stories, flannel boards, rhymes and songs.…Learn More
Friday, July 3111:00—11:30 AM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Pre-K Storytime
Children of the K26 & K27 classes and their caregivers can join Rachel weekly for storytime. All of storytimes help develop early literacy skills. Pre-K storytime also focuses on school readiness including listening skills and taking turns through longer stories, flannel boards, rhymes and songs.…Learn MoreFriday, July 313:30—5:30 PM1st Floor Meeting RoomBFPL7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA, 01730-2127
Movie Showing: Labyrinth
Join us each week beginning July 17 for a movie showings. These movie showings are open to all ages (kids, teens and adults) and attendance and viewing is at parents' discretion. July 17: The Princess BrideJuly 24: How to Train your Dragon (2025)July…Learn More
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