Library Blog
Kids
Posted on Fri, January 05, 2018 - 11:47am
The new year is here, and Book Buzz is on it! On Monday, January 8th at 5:00pm, all the buzz will be about I Funny, by James Patterson. The central character is a mid-grade stand-up comedian who tells jokes sitting down because he is in a wheelchair. All the elements are in place: family situation…
Kids
Posted on Fri, December 08, 2017 - 05:16am
Magformers are back! Every month, there will be a designated time when we will put out our large collection of these fascinating building toys for free play. No need to register…just come on along. To round out 2017, Magformers will be available on Wednesday, December 13th from 12:00 – 4:00pm.…
Kids
Posted on Tue, December 05, 2017 - 04:53am
Storytime is taking a breather, but be sure to come into the library to make a seasonal craft to take home! There will be a different project each week…Christmas and Hanukkah will be represented. And Burrrrrt, our Library Snowman, would love to see what books you especially like to read. Just…
Kids
Posted on Tue, November 28, 2017 - 05:52am
She's back!! Brary, the library's very own Elf on the Shelf, is moving in for another holiday season, planning to arrive on December 1st. But where is she? She likes to get around a lot, so you will need sharp eyes to spot where she's hiding on any given day. We only know she will stay in the…
Kids
Posted on Tue, November 28, 2017 - 05:32am
Is Lilly coming in December? Yes, she is! She wouldn't want to miss a chance to meet with the kids who want to read with her. Lilly will be visiting us on Tuesday and Thursday, December 5th and 7th, from 4:00-5:30pm. Each child gets 15 minutes of private time with Lilly to practice his or her…
Kids
Posted on Tue, November 28, 2017 - 05:17am
There's nothing like a cozy mystery to chase away the winter chill...Why not buzz on down to the library on Monday, December 4th for some fun bookchat about Tracy Barrett's whodunnit, THE SHERLOCK FILES: 100-Year-Old Secret? Xena Holmes and her younger brother Xander are surprised when a…
Kids
Posted on Wed, November 15, 2017 - 06:53am
What’s cooking for Thanksgiving at your house? How about bringing the kids down to the library on Wednesday, November 22 to let off some STEAM? Registration is open on our website (www.bedfordnhlibrary.org) for you to sign up for our two sessions:
Age 5-7… 10:00 – 11:30am: Candy Corn Challenge…
Kids
Posted on Wed, November 15, 2017 - 06:49am
Ladybug voting time is here again! All youngsters from age 3 to Grade 3 are invited to come in and mark their ballots for this year’s Ladybug Picture Book Award, sponsored by New Hampshire’s Center for the Book. Copies of the 10 nominated titles have been on display for check-out to our patrons…
Kids
Posted on Wed, November 15, 2017 - 06:43am
News flash…Magformers are back! Every month, there will be a designated time when we will put out our large collection of these fascinating building toys for free play. No need to register…just come on along. To round out 2017, Magformers will be available on Tuesday, November 21 from 10:00am – 2…
Kids
Posted on Tue, November 07, 2017 - 04:52am
The holidays are upon us...a tough time for some of our military personnel stationed a long way from home and loved ones. A card from a child can bring cheer to a seaman, soldier or airman/woman serving overseas to preserve the freedoms we cherish in America. Materials are available in the…
Kids
Posted on Wed, October 18, 2017 - 08:43am
Lilly's back for a new year of listening to kids read! She is so excited! This year, due to popular demand, she will visit with us twice a month...usually on the first week of the month. Please note...November is an exception...she will come on Thursday, November 2 and Tuesday, November 14th..In…
Kids
Posted on Wed, October 18, 2017 - 08:25am
What can STEM possibly have to do with Thanksgiving? Join us on Wednesday, November 22, and you'll see! While Mom’s busy baking pies, you can meet the challenge of creating things out of candy corn and cranberries, and make your own butter for the feast. There will be a morning class for ages 5-7,…
Kids
Posted on Thu, September 14, 2017 - 09:55am
Readers, unite! The first meeting of the Middle Grade Book Club (Grades 4-6) will be a Meet & Greet on Monday, October 2, from 5:00-6:00pm. Along with chat and refreshments, you will have an opportunity to pick up your copy of the first amazing title up for discussion... Wonder, by R. J.…
Kids
Posted on Mon, September 11, 2017 - 12:39pm
In keeping with our summer reading theme, "Build a Better World", we gave our young Bedford patrons an opportunity to thank some of the awesome departments and organizations in town that make this a better place to live. For the entire summer, colorful postcards were made available to the children…
Kids
Posted on Mon, September 11, 2017 - 12:07pm
Coming to the library on Friday, October 6 at 1:00pm... a great boredom buster for a school workshop day!
The town of Hamlin has a rat problem, and there's only one person who can help! CactusHead Puppets brings the story of The Pied Piper of Hamlin to life in this comedic, updated adaptation of…
Kids
Posted on Fri, September 08, 2017 - 08:57am
A paws-itive note…Lilly will be coming back, beginning in October! She loves to sit by and listen to kids practice their reading skills…a real confidence booster to help children in reading aloud at school! Each child gets a private 15-minute session, with or without other family members…
Kids
Posted on Tue, August 29, 2017 - 06:10am
This year's Summer Reading Program was tremendous success! We truly could not have produced a program of such magnitude without the support of local businesses and organizations, and we would like to offer them all our sincere thanks...
Bedford Library Foundation
Bedford Rotary Club
Charter Trust…
Kids
Posted on Fri, August 18, 2017 - 10:13am
Who built a better Birdhouse? We had 17 very fine entries in our family contest this year, and it was a tough call to decide which ones would come out on top of the tree in the judging. Each and every house entered showed wonderful craftsmanship and imagination! It was a joy for everyone to be…
Kids
Posted on Thu, August 10, 2017 - 11:04am
What's next? Everyone who turns in a copy of his/her reading log to the library by the September 5th deadline will be able to select a free book, as well as one last prize and one last reward coupon. Any extra reading will be credited to the appropriate team. Those who follow through will also…
Kids
Posted on Wed, August 02, 2017 - 07:40am
The Summer Reading Program is almost over, and we will wrap it all up with a family event on Friday, August 11 at 1:30pm. First, we will all gather at the Gazebo for some toe-tapping, dance-inducing music.
Ben Rudnick & Friends have entertained Bedford residents often at summer concerts in the…
Kids
Posted on Wed, July 26, 2017 - 06:42am
Calling all bakers (and shoppers)! Our annual Fun Faire is coming up on Thursday, August 3rd, and we are in need of goodies for the Carpenter's Cake Walk! This is an old-fashinoned game, similar to musical chairs...The kids walk around the circle, and when the music stops, the child standing on the…
Kids
Posted on Wed, July 26, 2017 - 06:17am
Family Event! Thursday August 3 - 10:30am - Noon Summer wouldn’t be summer without our annual FUN FAIRE! The whole lower level of the library will be turned into a carnival midway. Step up and try your luck at some skill games…maybe get your…
Kids
Posted on Wed, July 26, 2017 - 05:58am
Family Event...Friday, July 28 – 1:00pm. Come one, come all! Registration Not Required. Who works hard every day in our community to “build a better world”? Firefighters, police officers and public works employees, to name just a few! We are excited that they will be coming to the library again…
Kids
Posted on Fri, June 30, 2017 - 10:59am
Are you ready for some summer magic? Be sure to join us on Wednesday, July 12 at 1:00pm when we present "Magic by George". George Saterial is an accomplished magician who has performed in many places, as well as on network television. He has some surprises up his sleeve that will amaze even the…
Kids
Posted on Fri, June 30, 2017 - 10:56am
Would you like to see some live wild animals, and maybe even touch them? Wild Life Encounters will be with us on Thursday, July 6 with some of their most exotic rescue animals from this country and other parts of the world. Wildlife presentations are so popular, we will be offering two showings,…