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Posted on Sun, November 17, 2024 - 01:21pm
The number of art and crafting classes available to watch online via CreativeBug is growing! Here's a peek at some of November and December's newest offerings.
To log in to CreativeBug for free with your Bedford Public Library card, use the link under Online Courses & Entertainment in the…
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Posted on Thu, October 31, 2024 - 04:40pm
Get a sneak peek at what's on order at the Bedford Public Library with publication dates in November of 2024!
See something you'd like to read? Click on the cover image to visit our online calendar, log in to your account and be one of the first to place your hold request.
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Posted on Thu, October 17, 2024 - 11:15am
Halloween is just around the corner! Why not celebrate spooky season with a classic this year? Browse the carousels below to see some of the timeless scary novels, stories and movies available to check out from the Bedford Public Library. See something that sends shivers down your spine? Click on…
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Posted on Fri, October 04, 2024 - 10:32am
Want a sneak peek at some of the exciting new books we've got on-order? Browse the carousel below to see October titles by beloved authors and some famous faces.
See something that interests you? Click on the cover image to visit our online catalog where you can pace your hold request now!
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Posted on Thu, September 26, 2024 - 10:27am
Did you love The Inheritance Games books by Jennifer Lynn Barnes? Can't wait for a copy of The Grandest Game or its July 2025 sequel Glorious Rivals? Browse the carousel below to find more twisty mysteries and action-packed suspense that you may also enjoy! If you find something that interests…
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Posted on Thu, September 19, 2024 - 04:15pm
Falling in love while the leaves are falling? Why not! If pumpkin spice lattes, leaf-peeping, and snuggling up in the cooling weather have you in the mood for a romance novel, check out some of the newest love stories arriving at the Bedford Public Library in time for fall of 2024.
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Posted on Thu, September 12, 2024 - 10:41am
Did you know that September is National Mushroom Month? Explore the books and movies below for facts and fictions drawing from the Kingdom of Fungi for all ages!
Find something that interests you? Click on a cover image to place a hold in our online catalog.
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Posted on Thu, September 05, 2024 - 11:35am
The 2024 NH State General Election will take place on Tuesday, November 5 from 7 am to 7 pm at Bedford High School. Election information, including sample ballots and information about voter registration, can be found on the Town of Bedford website. Please note that early registration to vote in…
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Posted on Wed, August 28, 2024 - 04:43pm
It's back-to-school season! What better way to celebrate than with a novel about going back to a school with a bit more magic to it than ordinary? While many of us grew up reading about a certain British School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, but there are so many more to explore. Browse the carousel…
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Posted on Fri, August 23, 2024 - 10:07am
It's that time of year when all of the vegetables are ready for harvest! Whether you're drowning in zucchini from a bountiful garden or just looking to eat a more vegetable-forward diet, check out these cookbooks from the Bedford Public Library for some fun new ideas about cooking with veggies.
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Posted on Wed, August 07, 2024 - 09:49am
Did you read The Women by Kristin Hannah and love it? Or are you patiently waiting your turn for this bestseller and need something to read in the meantime? Scroll down to find more riveting historical fiction, cinematic writing, and stories of Vietnam or women at war that you may also enjoy.
To…
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Posted on Wed, July 31, 2024 - 03:35pm
Looking for an outdoor adventure before summer ends, but don't want to go far? Browse the guides below to find New Hampshire and New England hiking guides as well as books on some special outdoor spots, like waterfalls, swimming holes, big trees, and scenic views.
See something that interests…
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Posted on Wed, July 31, 2024 - 12:21pm
Want to get a sneak peek at some of the new books we have on order? Browse the carousels below to see what's coming out next month! If you see something you're interested in, click on the cover image to visit our online catalog where you can read descriptions, get recommendations for similar…
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Posted on Fri, July 26, 2024 - 09:39am
As part of this year's summer reading program, we've been celebrating all that New Hampshire has to offer - and that includes all of the fabulous authors that have called the Granite State home. Browse the carousels below to see just a few of the books in our collection written by NH authors.
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Posted on Tue, July 02, 2024 - 12:38pm
Taking a chance on love can be an adventure all its own! Browse the carousel below to find a selection of enemies-to-lovers romances where the main characters find love in the least expected person possible. Reading any of these books will help you complete the challenge activity and earn extra…
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Posted on Fri, June 28, 2024 - 10:14am
Have an armchair adventure this summer and transport yourself to another part of the world by reading a book translated from another language. Browse the carousel below to find some suggestions.
See a title that intrigues you? Click on the cover image to read more in our online catalog and place…
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Posted on Wed, May 29, 2024 - 04:00pm
We've made it past Memorial Day and summer is shining on the horizon - which means it's time to find the perfect "Beach Read." Whether your planning a trip to white sandy beaches or just getting into a summer staycation mindset, browse the carousel to find a few of this summer's hottest new beach…
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Posted on Fri, May 03, 2024 - 09:51am
May is going to be a busy month for new books! Get a sneak peek at some of the titles we have on order at the Bedford Public Library due out this month.
See something you'd like to read? Click on the cover image to visit our online catalog and place your hold in advance!
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Posted on Thu, April 25, 2024 - 05:04pm
Ashley Elston's psychological thriller about a con woman whose most recent job takes an unexpected and dangerous turn has been a big hit here at the Bedford Public Library in 2024! If you're one of the readers who love this fast-paced, twisty and intricately plotted novel, check out some of these…
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Posted on Thu, April 18, 2024 - 10:18am
Love historical fiction? Check out some of these new arrivals and upcoming books available from the Bedford Public Library!
To view any of these titles in our online catalog, just click on the cover image.
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Posted on Mon, March 18, 2024 - 06:49pm
This year spring officially begins at 11:06 pm on Tuesday, March 19. However, you may have noticed some of springs most beloved harbingers returning to your backyard and birdfeeder. Want to learn more about the birds around us and how they affect our lives and landscape? Check out one of these…
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Posted on Fri, March 15, 2024 - 10:30am
Looking for some crafting inspiration to get your creative juices flowing? Check out some of the new classes being added to CreativeBug in March and April.
To use CreativeBug, visit our databases page and click on the CreativeBug link. Then use your library card number and password or PIN to…
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Posted on Wed, February 28, 2024 - 03:33pm
Spring may be just around the corner, but one of the most popular books at the library right now has a chill to its title! Based on a real historic figure, Ariel Lawhon’s The Frozen River tells the story of a midwife in 1789 Maine whose investigation of a murder threatens to uncover secrets and…
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Posted on Mon, February 05, 2024 - 10:09am
In keeping with Valentine’s traditions, many people are happy to give chocolate, cuddly stuffed animals and cards. Bring on the hearts pierced by Cupid’s arrow and declaring ones love. But what about the unrequited love, broken hearts and the celebration of being single because, hey, love is…
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Posted on Wed, January 17, 2024 - 03:57pm
Curious to know what the staff at the Bedford Public Library read (and enjoyed) last year? Read on to explore some of our staff member's picks for their favorite books that they read in 2023.
See something you'd like to try? Click on the cover image to visit our online catalog and place a request…