Good news for dog lovers...We have a new dog for our kids' reading program! We all miss Maddy, but you're guaranteed to fall in love with Lilly, a yellow lab owned and trained by Sue Bradford of Bedford. Lilly was originally destined to be a guide dog for the blind, but it turned out that she loved people so, so much that she couldn't stay focused on one master. Lilly will be at the library on the (usually) third Thursday of every month, from 4:00 - 5:30pm.
Hang in there...Winter Break is on its way! We'll be breaking the ice in the Children's Library with some special vacation activities. For starters, members of the Bedford High Robotics Team have graciously offered to come over and present a couple of workshops, one for ages 5-7, and one for the older crowd, aged 8-12. Then, Subzero Ice Cream will be coming in with a scientific demo and frosty treats for all. In addition, for the little guys, we will be hosting a PJ storytime featuring a Stuffies Sleepover.
The next meeting will be held on Monday, Februrary 13...Athlete vs. Mathlete, by W.C. Mack will be up for discussion. How can two twins be wired so entriely differently? Will ever the twain meet? Come on by and pick up a copy of this very entertaining novel, if you'd like to read ahead and be able to add to the discussion. Otherwise, just come and enjoy chatting, snacking, and any related activities. The Terrible Two Get Worse...is it even possible?
They're back! MakerSpaces are all the rage, and the Bedford Library is on it! Due to popular demand, we are going to make our Magformers availble periodiacally for you to drop by and enjoy. Youngsters (and oldsters), you can try your hand at making something special with our magnetic construction set. Suggestions are available to get you started, or you can just dream something up on your own… see where your imagination takes you! The Magformers will be out next on Thursday, January 12 from 3:330-5:30pm.
While you're visiting with us this month, you might like to stop and make a holiday craft to take home. Did you know that the Christmas and Hanukkah seasons directly coincide this year, for the first time since 1959? And while you're at it, why not grab a paper star or two and write down the names of some of your favorite books? Lets see if we can cover our tree with stars!
Have you seen Brary, our Library Elf? She has come back to visit with us again this year. She likes to hide in plain sight, to see what sharp eyes our young patrons have….she can be very clever sometimes! She sneaks around during the night…you never know where you’ll find her in the morning! Of course, she stays in touch with the North Pole!
Vote, vote, vote! The presidential election is not all there is…it’s time to cast your ballot for your favorite candidate for the Ladybug Picture Book Award! This award is unique to our state, and is sponsored by New Hampshire’s Center for the Book. Each year, children from age 3 to Grade 3 are invited to choose from a guided list of new picture books selected by a panel of children’s librarians and educators. The books have been available on a special display for the past year...now it’s time to come to the library and vote! Deadline: December 8.
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 available to get you started, or you can just dream something up on your own… see where your imagination takes you! Note: Magformers are not recommended for children under the age of 3.
