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Posted on Mon, October 31, 2016 - 01:00pm
On Wednesday, October 26th we held our second Reader's Tea of the year. This time the focus was Take Time to Read! I (Caitlin) offered some tips on how to squeeze more reading time into your life, and several staff members gave book talks about excellent books they've read recently.
Here are some…
Kids
Posted on Fri, October 28, 2016 - 11:27am
How about some 3-D brain training? MakerSpaces are all the rage, and the Bedford Library is on it! We’ll begin with an evening of Magformers on Thursday, December 1st. Drop by between 4:00 and 7:00pm and try your hand at making something with our magnetic construction set. Suggestions are…
Kids
Posted on Tue, September 27, 2016 - 08:03am
Whoooo! Halloween is right around the corner, and it's time to get creative! Our annual Literary Pumpkin Contest is coming right up! Think about a favorite children's character from a BOO-k or movie...then translate that into a design for your pumpkin(s). Adult assistance is not only allowed, but…
Kids
Posted on Tue, September 20, 2016 - 05:20am
Fall is here, and readers are beginning to ask about our tween book club, for ages 9-12. Good news: The first meeting will be held on Monday, November 21, from 5:00 - 6:00pm. (NOTE CHANGE OF DATE) There will be a meet and greet, where members old and new can get acquainted. Everyone is encouraged…
Kids
Posted on Fri, September 09, 2016 - 09:14am
The team competition for most books read this summer couldn't have been much closer ! In the end, only 4 titles separated the Tortoises and the Hares! In the final lap, the Tortoises squeaked out a victory, logging 7734 books, with the Hares close behind at 7730. The pre-reading Frogs made an…
Kids
Posted on Fri, August 26, 2016 - 06:25am
School's back in session, and autumn is upon us! We're looking forward to starting up our fall programming...Storytime sessions will begin the week of October 3rd. Registration is required only for infants and toddlers...this will open up on-line September 19th. It is well to sign up early, as…
Kids
Posted on Fri, August 12, 2016 - 06:42am
It’s been an awesome summer at the Bedford Library, with almost 1000 youngsters participating in the Summer Reading Program. We couldn’t have done it without the following area businesses, who have contributed greatly to our success, donating weekly reading incentive prizes and door prizes, as well…
Kids
Posted on Mon, August 08, 2016 - 11:39am
It’s not over till it’s over, as Yogi Berra used to say… We have come to the end of another successful Summer Reading Program, but don’t stop reading yet! You can still add points to your team’s score! You have until the end of August to turn in a reading chart and collect a final prize and gift…
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Posted on Mon, August 01, 2016 - 04:23pm
Recently, you may have seen one of our new read-alike bookmarks, offering recommendations for your next great read, tucked inside of a book. These bookmarks are designed to suggest books that you may enjoy because of similar themes, writing styles, characters, settings and more. They now cover…
Kids
Posted on Mon, July 25, 2016 - 06:45am
STEVE BLUNT & FRIENDS...Family Event Friday, August 5 – 2:00pm...Bedford Gazebo & Library McAllaster Room
This isn’t the first time we’ve welcomed Steve and his friends to our SRP Finale. They bring us a high-energy show with catchy tunes and lively rhythms for singing and dancing…and lots…
Kids
Posted on Wed, July 13, 2016 - 06:36am
Calling all bakers (okay, and shoppers)... The Cake Walk has been a prominent feature of our Fun Faire every year. The children march around the circle until the music stops... Whoever is standing on the lucky footprint gets to choose a whole cake or special batch of goodies to take home to share…
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Posted on Fri, July 08, 2016 - 01:00pm
Thanks to the generosity of the Bedford Library Foundation, the Canterbury Shaker Village Museum pass is now available.
This pass admits any combination of two adults or children to the museum and exhibits. The admission co-pay is $6 per adult and $3 per child. The pass can be used for most…
Kids
Posted on Fri, July 08, 2016 - 09:31am
ON YOUR MARK, GET SET…PLAY! Thursday July 28...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 athletic and not-so-athletic skill games…maybe get your face painted…
Kids
Posted on Fri, July 01, 2016 - 09:50am
Thursday, July 21 – Show: 1:30pm ...Ages 6 & Up Songwriting Workshop: 2:30pm (separate registration)
Who is Keith Munslow? He does a little of everything…tells stories, draws, sings, and generally cracks up his audience with hilarious school stories, funky,…
Kids
Posted on Tue, June 28, 2016 - 11:37am
Monday, July 11 – 11:00am + 1:00pm…Rainforest Reptile Show...Summer wouldn’t be the same without a visit from some real live critters! This year, we have a new group coming to educate and amaze us, bringing many fascinating specimens for show and tell. Since animal shows are so popoular, there…
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Posted on Mon, June 20, 2016 - 07:00am
Thursday, July 7 - 1:30pm Library McAllaster Room...On-line Registration begins June 22. How did he do that??? Have you ever seen a caged bird disappear in a flash? Or, how about seeing your best friend’s head vanish in a snap? From magic that happens right under your nose to large feats of…
Kids
Posted on Mon, June 20, 2016 - 06:41am
Tuesday, June 28 - 1:30pm Library McAllaster Room...
Lindsay’s back! Her personal animation, high energy, and uncanny knack for silly voices make her a natural fit for the younger set. Her life-sized, beautifully crafted puppets are sure to impress. Filled with silliness, crowd participation…
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Posted on Wed, June 01, 2016 - 10:04am
During the upper level closure, we’re providing as many services and items as possible in the lower level gallery, but we know that our mini-library can’t replicate the experience of getting lost in the stacks and serendipitously finding your next great read. We’ve already heard from several of…
Kids
Posted on Tue, May 24, 2016 - 05:24am
We're kicking off the summer in style with juggling comedian, Bryson Lang! He uses ball-spinning, object-manipulation and his tremendous sense of humor in this highly professional family friendly routine. Audience participation is included. Come and see why Bryson has been called "The Cure for the…
Kids
Posted on Tue, May 17, 2016 - 06:19am
This year's summer reading theme is: "On Your Mark, Get Set...Read!" We need some coaches to encourage kids by checking off their reading charts and giving them incentives prizes.They will also need assistance in the Batting Cage (craft area). How old do you have to be? If you will be entering 5th…
Kids
Posted on Tue, May 17, 2016 - 05:37am
And the winner is... EL DEAFO, by Cece Bell. New Hampshire students in grades 4-6 have spoken: they chose this graphic novel out of a field of 20 superb books for this age group, with 786 votes. The second place winner was FISH IN A TREE, by Lynda Mullay Hunt, with 635 votes. Both of these titles…
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Posted on Mon, May 16, 2016 - 01:09pm
What’s Going on at the Library?
No doubt you have noticed all of the activity going on at the library. The new geothermal heating system installation for the library is underway. So, you might ask, what does this mean? I am not an engineer but a geothermal exchange system uses the heat from the…
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Posted on Mon, April 18, 2016 - 07:40am
Just in time for April vacation, the library has a new addition to our collection: board games! The display of games that are available to check out is located in the Young Adult section on the main floor.
Bedford cardholders are able to bring home a tabletop game for two weeks to play with…
Kids
Posted on Thu, April 14, 2016 - 12:26pm
The Ladybug books for the new year are in and on display in the Children's Library! This award is decided by the children of New Hampshire, ranging in age from 3 years old to Grade 3. A committee of children's librarians from all over the state convenes to compile a list of 10 of the best new…
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Posted on Thu, April 14, 2016 - 12:08pm
The votes are in...soon we'll know who won this year's Great Stone Face Award! NH youngsters in Grades 4-6 cast have their ballots for their favorite title on the list. These books have been on display for almost a year now, and will soon be replaced by the books on the new selection list for 2016…