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Especially for ages 2-5 Let’s get to know every letter of the alphabet! Each week, the group will explore a letter through stories, songs, and rhymes. We’ll also introduce fun activities like a weekly I Spy board and a printable letter craft. Families are welcome to join this program at any time, no matter how […]
A session focused on parents and caregivers of our younger learners, but all are welcome. As the pandemic continues, we know that many parents are understandably feeling weighted down by pandemic fatigue and, for some families, this is compounded by the fact that children are experiencing more intense emotions. This session will offer strategies and […]
Known as "The Old Rez," the Old Reservoir land is one of the Town’s most interesting and popular municipal open space areas. It offers a network of trails with diverse terrain surrounding the picturesque Old Reservoir. This trail walk has original 1908 water supply features including a pump house, dam, reservoir, and a vernal pool, streams, […]
Tree/shrub seedlings, perennials, fruits, groundcovers, and garden supplies (including Tick Tubes) are on offer by the Middlesex Conservation District, a local not-for-profit environmental organization. Order online through March 31 for the best selection, www.middlesexconservation.org or download and print the 2021 Spring Catalog. Readers may also email middlesexconservation@yahoo.com to request […]
Start shopping for great deals on books here ... https://friendsofthebedfordlibrary.wildapricot.org ~~Free delivery throughout Bedford and Lexington~~ Your book purchases help support the Bedford Free Public Library! The Covid-19 pandemic is impacting public budgets & spending across the state. You can help us support the Bedford Free Public Library right now! SHOP online for books, DVDs, CDs […]
For young children and their caregivers It’s an online version of our Wednesday morning storytime! Join Ms. Elaine and Ms. Bethany for virtual storytime with stories, songs, rhymes, and plenty of wiggling around. Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 994 6954 1443 Passcode: storytime
Please join us, either dining-in at a socially distanced table or takeout and a portion of each all-natural-ingredients pizza sold will benefit CSF of Bedford Dollars for Scholars, an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) organization providing scholarships to graduating high school students from Bedford, MA who plan to continue their education. Since its founding in 1965, CSF of […]
Bedford Embraces Diversity and the Parents Diversity Council are teaming up to provide a forum for Community and School to come together to talk about racism. These workshops, facilitated by trainers from IDEAS (part of the EDCO Collaborative), are intended for teachers, members of the community and parents with children in the school system. […]
BEDFORD FAMILY CONNECTION Presents A Virtual Spring Event! Join us for a virtual show filled with tales from around the world centered on the beautiful season of spring. You will meet a boy who plants flowers, a boisterous bear, a tricky turtle, a silly sheep and a buzzing bee! There will be adventure, excitement, fun […]
Amid the pandemic, Middlesex Community College is able to stream live recordings of performances throughout the Spring 2021 semester. Middlesex will continue its online spring concert series “A World of Music” with a performance by the Lowell Chamber Orchestra, which will air online at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 3. Now in their second season, […]
The 70th annual Easter Dawn Service, an ecumenical, lay-led worship service, will be held on Sunday, April 4, between 6:30am and 10:00am. Individuals and households are invited to come to the shores of Fawn Lake, at the end of Sweetwater Avenue, at their own time and pace on Easter Sunday for private meditation, prayer, and […]
Especially for ages 2-5 Let’s get to know every letter of the alphabet! Each week, the group will explore a letter through stories, songs, and rhymes. We’ll also introduce fun activities like a weekly I Spy board and a printable letter craft. Families are welcome to join this program at any time, no matter how […]
This session will present the ways we can understand and support our teens and tweens regarding the developmental issues they face. Strategies will focus on helping parents and caregivers feel more confident and courageous to engage in difficult discussions with the youths in their lives. Registration Required https://forms.gle/ozZAKtKDdpr63ewJ7
Sarah Gardner returns with music, dancing, and lots of fun for young children! This all-new video series brings you new music on the first and third Tuesday of each month. Check the event page on the day of each event for the link to enjoy a great musical break in your day. https://www.bedfordlibrary.net/events/event/family-music-virtual/
Explore with Amy Maricle of the Mindful Art Studio what happens when you make a simple dash mark with your brush in colors you love. Let's explore what happens when you layer that with simple dash marks in drawing pen. We will breathe, and nurture ourselves, with simple, mindful art movements. It's my pleasure to […]
Start shopping for great deals on books here ... https://friendsofthebedfordlibrary.wildapricot.org ~~Free delivery throughout Bedford and Lexington~~ Your book purchases help support the Bedford Free Public Library! The Covid-19 pandemic is impacting public budgets & spending across the state. You can help us support the Bedford Free Public Library right now! SHOP online for books, DVDs, CDs […]
For young children and their caregivers It’s an online version of our Wednesday morning storytime! Join Ms. Elaine and Ms. Bethany for virtual storytime with stories, songs, rhymes, and plenty of wiggling around. Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 994 6954 1443 Passcode: storytime
Middlesex Community College has a plan in place for the Summer and Fall 2021 semesters to get students back on track with their education. Featuring classes in-person, online and a blended hybrid of both options, Middlesex offers flexible schedules and high quality content at an affordable price. MCC will host two Admissions Virtual Open House […]
Especially for ages 2-5 Let’s get to know every letter of the alphabet! Each week, the group will explore a letter through stories, songs, and rhymes. We’ll also introduce fun activities like a weekly I Spy board and a printable letter craft. Families are welcome to join this program at any time, no matter how […]
During the pandemic, we are all getting much less practice with face-to-face communication. Children and adults worry about not knowing how to relate to people once pandemic restrictions are lifted. This session will focus on strategies for parents and caregivers to support their children’s social skills and combat social atrophy. Registration Required https://forms.gle/ozZAKtKDdpr63ewJ7
The BCA Photo Group will share member images on the theme, “It’s All About the Light,” with critique by photographer and educator, Emily Belz. As a photographer, Belz focuses on domestic still lifes, with a strong affinity for light, space and color. She has exhibited both regionally and nationally and is represented by Gallery Kayafas […]
Start shopping for great deals on books here ... https://friendsofthebedfordlibrary.wildapricot.org ~~Free delivery throughout Bedford and Lexington~~ Your book purchases help support the Bedford Free Public Library! The Covid-19 pandemic is impacting public budgets & spending across the state. You can help us support the Bedford Free Public Library right now! SHOP online for books, DVDs, CDs […]
For young children and their caregivers It’s an online version of our Wednesday morning storytime! Join Ms. Elaine and Ms. Bethany for virtual storytime with stories, songs, rhymes, and plenty of wiggling around. Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 994 6954 1443 Passcode: storytime
Each FREE session is conducted by Mara Briere, MA, CFLE and a co-facilitator: networking skills concrete tools strategies resources Participants become better equipped to manage the changes in the family since a loved one has been diagnosed with a mental illness/behavioral health disorder. Families deserve information and connection since being uprooted by the diagnosis of […]
On April 15 at 11am ET (GMT–4), Climate Interactive and the MIT Sloan Sustainability Initiative will host a virtual session of the Climate Action Simulation game. This will be the largest run session of the game to date – with hundreds of close partners, collaborators, and ambassadors in attendance. This game is a critical step for our […]
Grades K-2 Tara Rachel Jones, of Flower Yoga, returns for a virtual session of mindfulness and gentle movement. Come join this monthly seasonal yoga/mindfulness session for children in grades K-2. We will practice breath awareness, deep listening, postures, and relaxation, with storytelling as the backdrop to a fun and engaging class! Sign up once to […]
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church observes Earth Sunday on April 18th with two virtual events, both open to the public. Join us on YouTube < https://youtu.be/KiZjAKGB0BA> for Sunday morning worship at 10am. The Rev. Dr. Margaret Bullitt-Jonas, a renowned climate activist, is our guest preacher. You are also welcome to join us on Zoom at the […]
Continuing our observance of Earth Day, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church will hold a film discussion on the film Kiss the Ground via Zoom at 3:30pm Sunday afternoon. Click on these links to preview the film or register to view it. For more information, or to get the zoom link to our discussion, email us at green@stpaulsbedford.org. […]
Especially for ages 2-5 Let’s get to know every letter of the alphabet! Each week, the group will explore a letter through stories, songs, and rhymes. We’ll also introduce fun activities like a weekly I Spy board and a printable letter craft. Families are welcome to join this program at any time, no matter how […]
Sarah Gardner returns with music, dancing, and lots of fun for young children! This all-new video series brings you new music on the first and third Tuesday of each month. Check the event page on the day of each event for the link to enjoy a great musical break in your day. https://www.bedfordlibrary.net/events/event/family-music-virtual/
Start shopping for great deals on books here ... https://friendsofthebedfordlibrary.wildapricot.org ~~Free delivery throughout Bedford and Lexington~~ Your book purchases help support the Bedford Free Public Library! The Covid-19 pandemic is impacting public budgets & spending across the state. You can help us support the Bedford Free Public Library right now! SHOP online for books, DVDs, CDs […]
For young children and their caregivers It’s an online version of our Wednesday morning storytime! Join Ms. Elaine and Ms. Bethany for virtual storytime with stories, songs, rhymes, and plenty of wiggling around. Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 994 6954 1443 Passcode: storytime
To reserve space, contact Tom Laughlin at laughlint@middlesex.mass.edu or Student Engagement at StudentEngagement@middlesex.mass.edu. Visit https://www.middlesex.mass.edu/english/creative.aspx for more information. With 50 years of supporting students, Middlesex Community College is inspired by the college’s over 26,000 alumni. Middlesex will welcome back six alumni as part of the Spring 2021 Visiting Writers Series. The live streamed event will […]
Best for grades 4-6 Tweens: learn to make DIY Mini-Notebooks out of index cards. In this Zoom tutorial, we will show you how to make a collage-decorated mini-notebook just using index cards and rubber bands. Once it’s done, the possibilities are endless: use it to journal your day, write a short story, or draw a […]
In this presentation, Dr. Jeffery Bennett will give you the foundation you need to speak intelligently about the science behind global warming and show you why the solutions to this important problem are ones that people of all political persuasions can agree on. If you have any questions or doubts about the reality of global […]
Bedford Youth Lacrosse & Scoops Lacrosse Present: Little Lax'ers | An Introduction to Lacrosse Date: Friday, April 23, 1-2pm (vacation week) Where: Sabourin Field Cost: $10 donation to Bedford Youth Lacrosse Who: Kindergarten and 1st Grade | Boys & Girls What: No Equipment Needed, Sticks will be Provided, Mask is Required Spots are Limited! Register today
Scams, data breaches, and hacks. All words that may sound scary especially when reading in the news that your personal data may have been compromised. This talk will cover the types of actors involved in some of the most recent data breaches, the impact of these hacks and how to take action if you have […]
Especially for ages 2-5 Let’s get to know every letter of the alphabet! Each week, the group will explore a letter through stories, songs, and rhymes. We’ll also introduce fun activities like a weekly I Spy board and a printable letter craft. Families are welcome to join this program at any time, no matter how […]
COVID-19 testing at First Parish on the Bedford Town Common, 75 The Great Road. ALL are welcome regardless of town of residence, affiliation, symptomology, or ability to pay. This testing is a collaboration between a local lab, the Bedford Research Foundation, and First Parish in accordance with Governor Baker’s Task Force encouragement of universal testing. […]
Middlesex Community College has a plan in place for the Summer and Fall 2021 semesters to get students back on track with their education. Featuring classes in-person, online and a blended hybrid of both options, Middlesex offers flexible schedules and high quality content at an affordable price. MCC will host two Admissions Virtual Open House […]
The BCA Photo Group welcomes back Kathy Tarantola as she continues a 3-part series on the photography software tool, Adobe Lightroom. In this second session she will discuss “The Best Lightroom Features to Boost Your Workflow.” Kathy Tarantola (ktphoto.com) is an experienced Adobe Certified Expert, Lightroom instructor and professional photographer. In this session, Tarantola will […]
Start shopping for great deals on books here ... https://friendsofthebedfordlibrary.wildapricot.org ~~Free delivery throughout Bedford and Lexington~~ Your book purchases help support the Bedford Free Public Library! The Covid-19 pandemic is impacting public budgets & spending across the state. You can help us support the Bedford Free Public Library right now! SHOP online for books, DVDs, CDs […]
For young children and their caregivers It’s an online version of our Wednesday morning storytime! Join Ms. Elaine and Ms. Bethany for virtual storytime with stories, songs, rhymes, and plenty of wiggling around. Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 994 6954 1443 Passcode: storytime
The Bedford Parents Diversity Council is hosting a spring book discussion group. This will be their last book series of the 2020 - 2021 school year. The PDC provides all of us with an opportunity to continue to dive deeply into American History and look at our history from different lenses. They will be discussing […]
The first in a series of community forums sponsored by The Bedford Citizenwill focus on the structure of town meeting and its centrality in Bedford civic life. The virtual program, called “Town Meeting: Making Your Voice Heard,” is scheduled for Wednesday, April 28, from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Zoom. Click this link to register. […]
The Middlesex Conservation District, a not for profit environmental organization, will be holding its 2021 Spring Plant Sale on 4/30 (3-6pm) and 5/1 (8am-noon) at Kimball Farm, 400 Littleton Rd, Westford. All items may be ordered in advance through March 31 for best selection; the sale includes tree/shrub seedlings, perennials, fruits, groundcovers and garden supplies. […]
Join Minuteman Senior Services in May for the Spring Forward Fun Run & Walk! You will have the option of running or walking a 5K (3.1 miles) or 10K (6.2 miles) along the route of your choice anytime from May 1 – 9, 2021. Other than the registration fee ($35/Adult, $15 for children 12 and […]
The Middlesex Conservation District, a not for profit environmental organization, will be holding its 2021 Spring Plant Sale on 4/30 (3-6pm) and 5/1 (8am-noon) at Kimball Farm, 400 Littleton Rd, Westford. All items may be ordered in advance through March 31 for best selection; the sale includes tree/shrub seedlings, perennials, fruits, groundcovers and garden supplies. […]
Please join us for a fun night of Virtual Bingo and other surprises to benefit the Bedford Education Foundation! Wear your Bedford colors, gear, etc. and Zoom with friends for a super fun night for a great cause. There will be prizes and other festivities between rounds, you will not want to miss it! Registration […]