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Posted on Wed, May 04, 2022 - 05:24am
Today is May the Fourth (AKA Star Wars Day)! To celebrate we've compiled lists fo the Star Wars books and movies here at the Bedford Public Library. Browse the carousels below of click the links to view items in our online catalog.
May the Fourth be with you!
Browse DVDs and Blurays in the…
Kids, Reference, Teens
Posted on Thu, April 28, 2022 - 10:56am
Get out your calendar and start marking, because we have a plethora of great events coming up this May at the Bedford Public Library.
The month opens with our regularly scheduled Tech at the Library class on the first Wednesday. On May 4th we'll be talking about LinkedIn Learning, a valuable…
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Posted on Wed, April 20, 2022 - 12:13pm
Spring is (slowly) arriving! Whether you're an experienced gardener or are just thinking of trying out the hobby for the first time, the Bedford Public Library has tons of books to inspire fresh ideas and provide guidance. Browse the carousels below to find a sampling of the books we have…
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Posted on Thu, April 07, 2022 - 11:28am
Did you love Malibu Rising by Taylor Jenkins Reid? Browse the cover images below to find more books filled with dysfunctional families, parallel narratives, and character -driven high drama that we think you'll also enjoy.
looking for more recommendations? Try filling out our BookMatch form to get…
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Posted on Thu, March 31, 2022 - 10:28am
Want a sneak peek of what's coming to the Bedford Public Library in April 2022? Browse the covers below to see some of the books we have on order with April release dates.
See something you like? Click on the book cover to be taken to our online catalog and place your holds early! You can also…
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Posted on Wed, March 16, 2022 - 01:07pm
Do you love historical fiction? Here's a sneak peek of some of the exciting new historical fiction books on order for the Bedford Public Library this spring.
To request a copy - or read more about the book - click the cover image to find it in our online catalog.
Looking for more suggestions? Try…
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Posted on Wed, March 09, 2022 - 12:44pm
Did you know that March is National Crafting Month? It's the perfect time to take up a new crafting hobby or to just work on improving your skill at something you already enjoy!
Bedford Public Library cardholders have access to a fantastic online database called CreativeBug. CreativeBug is packed…
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Posted on Mon, February 28, 2022 - 11:30am
Did you love the heart-wrenching psychological suspense, complex family relationships and intricate plot of The Push by Ashley Audrain? Read on to find more books we think that you'll also enjoy! Click on the covers to find each book in our online catalog.
Need a hand placing a request? Want one…
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Posted on Thu, February 17, 2022 - 11:53am
Calling all gardeners! The Bedford Public Library is starting a Seed Library and we need your help! Seed Libraries allow people to “check out” seeds to bring home and grow. Then seeds from the plant are later “returned” for gardeners to use in following years. Seed libraries allow people to try…
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Posted on Wed, February 16, 2022 - 11:55am
February is Black History Month! Browse the book covers below to find memoirs and biographies by and about some of the incredible African Americans who have helped to shape our country, our culture, and our history.
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Posted on Mon, February 14, 2022 - 03:15pm
February 15th marks 202 years since the birth of suffragist and abolitionist Susan B. Anthony. Celebrate this history-making woman's birthday by learning more about her life and the women's suffrage movement when you check out one of the books or movies below.
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Posted on Thu, February 10, 2022 - 11:11am
It is a truth universally acknowledged that Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice is one of the most well-known love stories of all time. This Valentine's Day, why not celebrate with one of these books that puts a twist on the beloved classic? From continuations of the original tale to modern updates…
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Posted on Wed, February 09, 2022 - 06:21am
Did you miss any of our January displays? Looking for more books from a display that you really enjoyed? Browse the carousels below to find more reading recommendations from the Bedford Public Library!
Looking for more reading ideas? Try fillour out our BookMatch form to get reading…
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Posted on Wed, February 02, 2022 - 06:50am
The Groundhog Day predictions are in - and it looks like six more weeks of winter ahead - but don't feel like you have to just take our furry friend's word for it! Browse the books below to find information on more scientific methods of weather prediction or to read about some of New England's…
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Posted on Thu, January 27, 2022 - 05:22am
Curious to see what books are coming to the Bedford Public Library in February? Browse the book covers below for a sneak peek of some of the new releases that are already on order and will be hot off the presses next month!
See something you like? Click on the cover image to find the book in our…
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Posted on Wed, January 26, 2022 - 09:44am
January 27th is International Holocaust Remembrance Day. To commemorate this important date, we've compiled a list of books that tell the stories of just a few of the people who experienced this horrific event that claimed the lives of millions in Europe. Click on the icon or cover image to learn…
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Posted on Thu, January 20, 2022 - 06:58am
If you enjoyed Greenlights by Matthew McConaughey, browse the carousels below to find more memoirs and autobiographies - including entertainment industry biographies, memoirs with a conversational and reflective style, and life stories with a bit of advice to offer - that we think you'll also love…
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Posted on Thu, January 13, 2022 - 11:15am
Were you too busy to make it into the library during the December holiday whirlwind? Or maye you found a book on one of our displays and are looking for more just like it? Browse the carousels below to see the books that were on display at the Bedford Public Library during December of 2021…
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Posted on Wed, January 12, 2022 - 06:46am
Did you love Fredrik Backman's tale of a real estate open house gone horribly (and hilariously) wrong? Browse the carousels below to find more books that tell stories of people thrown together in crazy situations, are filled with quirky characters or share a similar writing style. To request a…
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Posted on Mon, January 03, 2022 - 09:59am
Looking for something great to read next? Browse the carousels below to explore some of the Bedford Public Library staff's favorite books that they read during 2021!
Kim's Picks
Angela's Picks
Tricia's Picks
Lindsey's Picks
Carla's Picks
Sue's Picks
Caitlin's Picks
Kerri's…
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Posted on Wed, December 29, 2021 - 07:39am
Curious about what your friends and neighbors have been reading, listening to and watching this year? Wondering what books, movies and music might have slipped under your radar? Browse the carousels below to see some of the most popular items at the Bedford Public Library in 2021!
Fiction…
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Posted on Mon, December 27, 2021 - 11:40am
Are you ready for a fresh start in 2022? Have you made a resolution to embrace wellness, fix your finances, learn something new, or get organized? If so, the Library is here to help you keep your resolution and accomplish your goals. Take a look at these books for inspiration, encouragement, and…
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Posted on Wed, December 15, 2021 - 10:51am
It's the most wonderful time of the year...for baking! Are you looking for new recipes? Do you want to master a tricky technique? Do you need to find gluten-free or vegan cookie recipes? Check out these books for inspiration.
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Posted on Mon, November 29, 2021 - 02:45pm
It's been a busy fall here at the Bedford Public Library! Whether you've also been busy and didn't get a chance to check out our displays in October and November or you just wanted another shot at a particular favorite, be sure to browse the carousels below to find curated collections filled with…
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Posted on Wed, November 24, 2021 - 07:33am
Looking for a book to help you get into the holiday spirit, but don't have a lot of time to read while you're getting ready for visitors, decorating and cooking up a storm? Check out the titles below to find short story collections, novellas and novels under 250 pages, all available to check out…