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This event is in the "Preschoolers & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

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.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

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.

 

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Outdoor Wonders - A Seed's Journey

11:00am - 12:00pm
Kids, Families
Bilingual Spanish, Workshop
Registration
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Kids, Families
Program Type: Bilingual Spanish, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a nature-inspired event series where children can learn about the outdoors and connect with the natural world around them. Sessions take place on

This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Kitten Corner with Rock n' Rescue

11:30am - 12:30pm
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:

Swing by our reading room to cuddle and play with kittens from our neighborhood animal rescue and cat therapy organization Rock n' Rescue.

This event is in the "Preschoolers & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

¡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.

This event is in the "Preschoolers & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

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.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

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.

 

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Poetry Lab

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

April is National Poetry Month! Celebrate by crafting your own poem using objects or words you find at the library.

This event is in the "Preschoolers & Toddlers" group.

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.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Loose Pieces Portraits

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

Kick off April Break with a fun and eco-friendly family craft! Transform upcycled treasures like buttons, cardboard scraps, and puzzle pieces into vibrant portraits.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

STEM Challenge - Popsicle Stick Catapults

2:30pm - 4:30pm
Kids
Drop-In, Crafts, Special
Registration
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Drop-In, Crafts, Special
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready for a fun and hands-on STEM adventure! Children will design and build their own popsicle stick catapults, testing them to see how far they can launch small objects.

This event is in the "Preschoolers & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Puzzles and Playdough

10:30am - 11:30am
Preschoolers & Toddlers, Families
Drop-In, Special
Registration
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Preschoolers & Toddlers, Families
Program Type: Drop-In, Special
Registration Required
Event Details:

Our morning Storytime program is on break this week, but the fun continues! Stop by the Children's Room for baby and toddler open play, including play dough for busy hands and puzzles to engage curious minds. 

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Paper Mosaics

2:30pm - 4:30pm
Kids
Drop-In, Crafts, Special
Registration
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Drop-In, Crafts, Special
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create a colorful mosaic masterpiece using paper tiles. Arrange vibrant pieces into your own unique work of art in this fun and hands-on craft activity, using art and picture books as inspiration for your design.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Stories and Stretches

2:30pm - 3:00pm
Kids
Health & Wellness, Special, Workshop
Registration
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Special, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Experience the magic of yoga as it brings stories to life—engaging your mind, body, breath, and heart! Bring a towel or yoga mat and join the fun. Space is limited, so please register to secure your spot.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Peaceful Patterns and Paper Creations

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Kids
Drop-In, Crafts, Health & Wellness, Special
Registration
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Drop-In, Crafts, Health & Wellness, Special
Registration Required
Event Details:

After Stories and Stretches, keep the calm vibes going with mindful coloring and origami.

This event is in the "Preschoolers & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Puzzles and Playdough

10:30am - 11:30am
Preschoolers & Toddlers, Families
Drop-In, Special
Registration
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Preschoolers & Toddlers, Families
Program Type: Drop-In, Special
Registration Required
Event Details:

Our morning Storytime program is on break this week, but the fun continues! Stop by the Children's Room for baby and toddler open play, including play dough for busy hands and puzzles to engage curious minds. 

This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.

Paint and Plant - Drop-in Crafts

2:30pm - 4:30pm
Tweens, Kids, Teens, Adults & Seniors
Drop-In, Crafts
Registration
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Tweens, Kids, Teens, Adults & Seniors
Program Type: Drop-In, Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Personalize a small flower pot with paints, stickers, and other decorations, and then plant your choice of seeds to nurture and watch grow. It’s a perfect activity for all ages. 

This event is in the "Adults & Seniors" group.

Guided Journaling

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults & Seniors
Literary Event
Registration
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Adults & Seniors
Program Type: Literary Event
Registration Required
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.

This event is in the "Preschoolers & Toddlers" group.

Sensory Play Saturday

10:30am - 11:30am
Preschoolers & Toddlers
Drop-In, Special
Registration
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Preschoolers & Toddlers
Program Type: Drop-In, Special
Registration Required
Event Details:

Sensory and art activities are a great way for children to explore their surroundings, build fine motor skills, understand cause and effect, and express their creativity. And of course, they're also a lot of fun!

This event is in the "Preschoolers & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

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.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

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.

 

This event is in the "Tweens" group.

In BeTween Pages

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tweens
Book Group
Registration
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Book Group
Registration Required
Event Details:

Tweens get together and delve into stories, from realistic fiction to graphic novels. We express our opinions through conversation, writing, drawing, and other creative activities. 

This event is in the "Preschoolers & Toddlers" group.

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.

This event is in the "Preschoolers & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Music and Mindfulness

11:00am - 11:30am
Preschoolers & Toddlers, Families
Early Literacy, Health & Wellness, Special
Registration
Location: Bedford Hills Free Library
Age Group: Preschoolers & Toddlers, Families
Program Type: Early Literacy, Health & Wellness, Special
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come sing, move, and find your calm! Children will explore their emotions through lively songs, fun movement, and storytelling activities designed to help them connect with their feelings.