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Posted on Mon, June 01, 2020 - 03:42pm
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!
Gardening Books
Gardening eBooks
Gardening Books for Kids
Home and Yard Improvement…
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Posted on Sat, May 23, 2020 - 11:09am
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…
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Posted on Fri, May 22, 2020 - 12:05pm
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…
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Posted on Mon, April 27, 2020 - 05:58am
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…
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Posted on Wed, April 22, 2020 - 06:40am
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…
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Posted on Mon, April 20, 2020 - 10:54am
Hanks. Not Brady.
UNCOMMON TYPE is a collection of short stories written by Tom Hanks. While some may have a familiar ring: the story about space (Apollo 13), the war story (Saving Private Ryan), an immigrant arriving in America (The Terminal) there is plenty of new material. Not a fan of…
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Posted on Thu, April 16, 2020 - 12:07pm
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…
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Posted on Tue, April 14, 2020 - 09:33am
The Library staff’s genre study book group meets bi-monthly to learn about different genres. We’ve covered mystery, science fiction, romance, historical fiction, young adult literature, horror, and the top-selling books of the 2010s. Usually, we meet at 8 am before the library opens. Staff…
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Posted on Mon, April 06, 2020 - 11:33am
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. …
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Posted on Tue, March 31, 2020 - 11:27am
Dear Patrons,
Thank you for your ongoing support and patience as we continue to evaluate and adjust our library operations in light of the COVID-19 outbreak. We strive to be a reliable source of information and assistance as always.
Even though we are not seeing you face to face the library staff…
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Posted on Tue, March 31, 2020 - 08:17am
Although our physical building is closed, Bedford Public Library staff are still excited to share their favorite recent reads with you! All of these titles are available through CloudLibrary, Hoopla, or Overdrive--I've noted where you can find each one at the end of the review.
The easiest way to…
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Posted on Thu, March 26, 2020 - 10:38am
While most museums are closed to the public these days, that doesn’t mean you have to miss out on all that these amazing institutions have to offer. Here’s a peek at some of the ways museums are reaching out while their communities are stuck at home.
Virtual Tours and Online Exhibits
If you can’t…
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Posted on Sat, March 07, 2020 - 06:42am
In times like these, accurate information is your best friend. The following resources provide useful, reliable, up-to-date information about COVID-19 (coronavirus).
NH Department of Health and Human Services: https://www.dhhs.nh.gov/dphs/cdcs/2019-ncov.htm
Centers for Disease Control: https://www…
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Posted on Thu, February 20, 2020 - 07:18am
The Bedford Public Library is pleased to have Kathy Stoughton, M. Ed., joining us on March 17 for a program for parents all about affordable education options. (Visit the registration page to learn more.) In the meantime, did you know that there’s a section in the library centered specifically on…
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Posted on Sun, January 19, 2020 - 09:23am
Did you just finish a book from a series and want to read more, but don’t know where to start? Or maybe you’ve found a new author and want to make sure you start at the beginning and read the books in order? Or are you just looking for the most recent book featuring your favorite detective? …
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Posted on Mon, January 13, 2020 - 07:06am
Did you know that most New Year’s resolutions are broken on January 17th? The library has many resources to help you keep your resolutions well into 2020; free with your library membership!
Did you resolve to diversify your reading habits? Join one of our book groups and enjoy a stimulating…
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Posted on Fri, January 03, 2020 - 06:37am
As the 2010s concluded, staff at many magazines, websites, and libraries took a look back and chose the best books of the decade. It's fascinating to review the variety of new stories that emerged during the 2010s and to see which ones we're still talking about. Reviewing these lists is also a…
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Posted on Mon, December 30, 2019 - 09:42am
We wish all of you a very happy 2020! We will be open until 1:00 pm on Tuesday, December 31 and will be closed on New Year's Day. Remember, you can always access the eLibrary 24/7.
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Posted on Wed, November 30, 2016 - 10:39am
A carefully selected book is a very special gift, but it can be tricky to choose just the right one. Fortunately, there are many places to find help. For a sure bet, take a look at this list of the books that have appeared on the most “best books” lists so far this year. Check out the Indie Next…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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 Thu, April 14, 2016 - 07:49am
The construction of this project is made possible through the combined financial support of the Governor and Executive Council’s award of a $387,842 New Hampshire Public Utilities Commission Renewable Energy Fund Grant and a $50,000 Energy Efficiency Services Rebate from Eversource Energy. In…