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*Canceled* Kitten Corner with Rock n' Rescue

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adults & Seniors, Families
Drop-In, Special
Registration
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Adults & Seniors, Families
Program Type: Drop-In, Special
Registration Required
Event Details:

Unfortunately, the Kitten Corner is canceled this week due to an unexpected issue. They will be back on Saturday, February 1 from 11am-12pm; we hope to see you there!

Winter Fun & Drop-In Crafts

11:00am - 1:00pm
Tweens, Kids, Families
Drop-In, Crafts
Registration
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Tweens, Kids, Families
Program Type: Drop-In, Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Drop in, have some hot cocoa and treats, and make paper snowflakes to help us decorate the Children’s Room window. While you’re here, don’t forget to pick up some winter-themed reading to keep you cozy as we head into school vacation week!

Closed for Christmas Eve

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Bedford Hills Free Library

Closed for Christmas Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Bedford Hills Free Library

Closed for New Year's Eve

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Bedford Hills Free Library

Closed for New Year's Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Bedford Hills Free Library

Books & BowWows

11:00am - 12:00pm
Kids
Book Group, Storytime
Registration
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Book Group, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Children learning to read share a few pages or show illustrations from a favorite book to Trixie the Labrador Retriever, a Pet Partners certified therapy dog accompanied by her owner. Walk-ins welcome.

Healthy Living for the Brain and Body

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults & Seniors
Virtual, Health & Wellness
Virtual Event
Location: Online
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Program Type: Virtual, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

At any age, there are lifestyle habits we can adopt to help maintain or even potentially improve our health, including keeping our brains healthy and reduce risk of cognitive decline.

Little Folks & Friends

10:30am - 11:00am
Preschoolers & Toddlers, Families
Early Literacy, Storytime
Registration
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Preschoolers & Toddlers, Families
Program Type: Early Literacy, Storytime
Registration Required

Little Folks & Friends

We embrace the boundless energy of toddlers and focus on stories, singing, and movement. Storytimes are centered on a theme to increase vocabulary and knowledge of a subject. Toddlers learn sounds, letter/number recognition, and language patterns while having fun with their caregivers and peers.

If you are new to Storytimes, please register to receive reminders and any schedule changes. Walk-ins are also welcome!

 

Event Details:

Rachel Izes is the coordinator of the Library's Early Literacy Program.

Little Owls

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Kids
Book Group, Crafts
Registration
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Book Group, Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Children in Grades K-2 come together at the library for weekly art activities and thematic read alouds.

 

New Year’s Journaling Workshop (for Kids)

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Tweens, Kids
Workshop
Registration
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Tweens, Kids
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ever wanted to keep a diary or start a journal? Join us for a fun workshop where you’ll learn creative ways to track your thoughts, dreams, reading and/ or daily habits in your very own notebook!

Laptime for Pipsqueaks

10:30am - 11:00am
Preschoolers & Toddlers
Early Literacy, Storytime
Registration
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Preschoolers & Toddlers
Program Type: Early Literacy, Storytime
Registration Required

Laptime for Pipsqueaks

This storytime utilizes "lap bounces," fingerplays, songs, and picture books to underline the importance of talking, singing, and reading with babies. Puppets, shakers, and colorful scarves also engage our littlest patrons and encourage caregiver/child interaction. 

If you are new to Storytimes, please register to receive reminders and any schedule changes. Walk-ins are also welcome!

Event Details:

Rachel Izes is the coordinator for the Library's Early Literacy Program.

Groove with The Pulse - Dance and Movement Workshop

10:00am - 10:45am
Kids
Health & Wellness, Special, Workshop
Registration
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Special, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a fun and interactive event where kids will explore different types of dance and movement!

¡FIESTA!

10:30am - 11:00am
Preschoolers & Toddlers, Families
Bilingual Spanish, Early Literacy, Special, Storytime
Registration
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Preschoolers & Toddlers, Families
Program Type: Bilingual Spanish, Early Literacy, Special, Storytime
Registration Required

FIESTA

Flor Bromley presents stories, music, movement, and puppetry, in both English and Spanish. An entertaining and popular program to engage young families.



Event Details:

Flor Bromley is a recording artist, bilingual singer/songwriter, actress, storyteller and puppeteer. She has a degree in Acting, Musical Theatre Performance and a BA in Theatre Education. She is originally from Peru.

Little Folks & Friends

10:30am - 11:00am
Preschoolers & Toddlers, Families
Early Literacy, Storytime
Registration
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Preschoolers & Toddlers, Families
Program Type: Early Literacy, Storytime
Registration Required

Little Folks & Friends

We embrace the boundless energy of toddlers and focus on stories, singing, and movement. Storytimes are centered on a theme to increase vocabulary and knowledge of a subject. Toddlers learn sounds, letter/number recognition, and language patterns while having fun with their caregivers and peers.

If you are new to Storytimes, please register to receive reminders and any schedule changes. Walk-ins are also welcome!

 

Event Details:

Rachel Izes is the coordinator of the Library's Early Literacy Program.

Little Owls

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Kids
Book Group, Crafts
Registration
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Book Group, Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Children in Grades K-2 come together at the library for weekly art activities and thematic read alouds.

 

Craft Lab: Open Studio

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Tweens, Kids
Drop-In, Crafts
Registration
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Tweens, Kids
Program Type: Drop-In, Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in the children’s room for an open craft studio, where you can explore all kinds of fun projects.

Laptime for Pipsqueaks

10:30am - 11:00am
Preschoolers & Toddlers
Early Literacy, Storytime
Registration
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Preschoolers & Toddlers
Program Type: Early Literacy, Storytime
Registration Required

Laptime for Pipsqueaks

This storytime utilizes "lap bounces," fingerplays, songs, and picture books to underline the importance of talking, singing, and reading with babies. Puppets, shakers, and colorful scarves also engage our littlest patrons and encourage caregiver/child interaction. 

If you are new to Storytimes, please register to receive reminders and any schedule changes. Walk-ins are also welcome!

Event Details:

Rachel Izes is the coordinator for the Library's Early Literacy Program.

Guided Journaling

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults & Seniors
Workshop
Virtual Event
Location: Online
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Start your weekend by exploring a creative and reflective process in the comfort of your home. Through guided journaling, we explore our ideas and memories through fun, interactive prompts.

Let's Play - Family Board Games

10:00am - 2:00pm
Preschoolers & Toddlers, Tweens, Kids, Families
Drop-In
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Preschoolers & Toddlers, Tweens, Kids, Families
Program Type: Drop-In
Event Details:

Game on! Drop in anytime during our open hours to play a variety of board games as a family or with friends. From timeless classics to fun strategy and new cooperative games, we’ve got something for everyone.

Little Folks & Friends

10:30am - 11:00am
Preschoolers & Toddlers, Families
Early Literacy, Storytime
Registration
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Preschoolers & Toddlers, Families
Program Type: Early Literacy, Storytime
Registration Required

Little Folks & Friends

We embrace the boundless energy of toddlers and focus on stories, singing, and movement. Storytimes are centered on a theme to increase vocabulary and knowledge of a subject. Toddlers learn sounds, letter/number recognition, and language patterns while having fun with their caregivers and peers.

If you are new to Storytimes, please register to receive reminders and any schedule changes. Walk-ins are also welcome!

 

Event Details:

Rachel Izes is the coordinator of the Library's Early Literacy Program.

Little Owls

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Kids
Book Group, Crafts
Registration
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Book Group, Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Children in Grades K-2 come together at the library for weekly art activities and thematic read alouds.

 

SHORTS: Listen, Talk, Go . . . January

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults & Seniors
Virtual, Book Group
Virtual Event
Location: Online
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Program Type: Virtual, Book Group

SHORTS: Listen, Talk, Go...

Do you like a good story, but are too busy to commit to a book club? The Library presents a monthly series for adults. Hear great short stories read aloud followed by a short discussion.

Event Details:

Story - TBD

Hosted and Moderated by Heide Shilstone.

 

**Click here for Zoom**

 

Laptime for Pipsqueaks

10:30am - 11:00am
Preschoolers & Toddlers
Early Literacy, Storytime
Registration
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Preschoolers & Toddlers
Program Type: Early Literacy, Storytime
Registration Required

Laptime for Pipsqueaks

This storytime utilizes "lap bounces," fingerplays, songs, and picture books to underline the importance of talking, singing, and reading with babies. Puppets, shakers, and colorful scarves also engage our littlest patrons and encourage caregiver/child interaction. 

If you are new to Storytimes, please register to receive reminders and any schedule changes. Walk-ins are also welcome!

Event Details:

Rachel Izes is the coordinator for the Library's Early Literacy Program.