Books For Fans of Where the Crawdads Sing
Did you love Where the Crawdads Sing, but aren't sure what to read next? Click the links to find lists of books (grouped by format) available at the Bedford Public Library that we think you might enjoy.
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Books for the Great Outdoors
The weather is warming up and we're all looking forward to spending some time in the great outdoors. Here are a few browsable lists of books that you can request or download to help you enjoy time spent outside!
Online Fun for Food Lovers
Staying home more also means that we’re all cooking at home more. Whether you’re learning to get creative when ingredients are sold out or discovering a love of baking and cooking with your extra time, here are a few online opportunities to enhance your cooking game and explore your love of food.
Great Courses Library Collection
Book Collections to Browse for Mystery and Suspense Readers
Are you looking for a great Mystery or Suspense novel to request now that contact-free pickup has started? Click the links to explore these browsable themed collections and find great books that you can request or download with your Bedford Public Library card.
A Race Against Time
These characters are on mission to solve a crime before the clock runs out.
Resources for High School Students
Are you a high school student looking for assistance with remote learning, test prep, and the college admissions process? There are many free online resources available to help you!
For the Armchair Traveller
We may all be getting a little cabin fever from being stuck at home right now, so why not try some armchair travel? In this blog entry, we’ll share some ideas and resources to help you travel to far off places, without leaving the comfort of your favorite reading nook.
Read a Travel Memoir or Guide as an eBook
Recycled Crafts for Adults and Kids
Earth Day is a perfect time to think of new ways to use old materials around the house, and with social distancing keeping everyone at home, many people now have the time to learn some new crafts or start a science project. If you need Earth-friendly inspiration for your next project, the Bedford Library has you covered with some of our online resources.
Vote for the Flume Award!
Teens, did you know there is a New Hampshire book award just for Young Adult titles? The Flume Award, created in 2005, is presented every year to a YA book chosen by high school students in New Hampshire. Teens across the state nominate their favorite, recently released titles with their public and school libraries. Students then select their favorite from the final list of ten young adult books. Nominated books include fiction, graphic novels, nonfiction, and audiobooks published in the last two years.
Staying Healthy While Staying Home: Online Fitness Resources
We’ve had a lot of queries at the Library from people looking for ways to keep healthy and fit while social distancing. Exercise can be a great way to stay in shape, both physically and mentally. While we’re not able to recommend or vet fitness routines for your individual needs, here’s a few resources to help you find something that works for you.
Online Databases: Great Courses and Hoopla
Safety Tips for Zoom
As we all stay home to try to prevent the spread of COVID-19, more and more meetings and even social events are migrating online. One popular platform for hosting these online group events is Zoom. However, a variety of news sources have been highlighting concerns about privacy and safety. Here are a few simple and practical tips to help enhance your security when using Zoom.
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