Jan 8 - Feb 12, 2023 Opening Reception - January 12, 5-7PM Landscape and seascape have been an inspiration for artists since the first artists tried to represent the world around them. In Earth, Sea, Sky, Suzanne Hill, Liz Newell and Barbara Willis present unique visions of landscapes in clay and fiber arts.
ENTRY FORMS ARE AVAILABLE AT THE LIBRARY AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT WALK-UPS-WELCOME!!! No Charge JANUARY 29th, 2023 at JOHN GLEN MIDDLE SCHOOL 12:00pm – 3:00 pm Competition Level Each contestant receives three warm-up tosses followed by 15 consecutive free throw attempts from the appropriate age-designated foul line. Winners from each category move on to the regional competition. For REGISTRATION INFORMATION CONTACT: Michael O’Shaughnessy [email protected] 781-698-8661
First Parish in Bedford is hosting a two-part presentation on Ukraine: Sunday, Jan. 29 and Sunday, Feb. 5 from 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm. Vlad Shapiro, a Ukrainian-American from Kviv, will speak briefly about the root causes and current state of the Russian invasion in Ukraine. Vlad will also provide background on cultural & historical differences between the Ukraine & Russian populations, Ukraine’s place in the global economy, as well as key information about Ukrainian culture and traditions. Both sessions will include plenty of time for questions from the audience. These talks will be accessible on Zoom for those
The Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (also known as RYLA) will be held from June 23-25, 2022 at Fitchburg State College with over 200 students from across Central Massachusetts. Each year, the Rotary Club of Bedford selects and sponsors a group of students with excellent potential for leadership and service for attendance. RYLA is a transformational experience designed to develop and emphasize leadership skills, citizenship and community service. The 3-day conference is filled with group activities focused on listening and communicating, time management, team building, and public speaking. Your teen will build connections, work collaboratively with others, and emerge as
Art work by members of the Bedford Arts and Crafts Society is on view in the Gallery@First Parish until March 30th. Visitors are welcome during hours that the church office is open: 9:30-2:00. A telephone call would be helpful to make sure the office is open . The church telephone number is 781-275-7994.
Come learn about the health benefits of using essential oils. In this class we will learn about which oils can help promote different states of relaxation, uplift your mood, and help ease some discomforts in the body. You will learn how to make a lip balm with your choice of flavor. You will also leave with a few sample oils to experiment with at home. Cheryl uses all Doterra oils which are therapeutic grade essential oils. Fee includes all materials. In-person class held at 12 Mudge Way, room 139. (min 3/max 12) Wednesday, February 1, 7:00-8:30pm Fee: $40 Instructor: Cheryl
The Bedford Public Schools’ Integrated Preschool Program invites neighborhood children who will be three years old by August 31, 2023, to a screening for possible enrollment. Screenings will be conducted at the Davis School on Friday, February 3, 2023. An appointment is required. Please call (781) 275-3201 ext. 4712 or e-mail [email protected] to schedule an appointment for your child. Click here to read more about Bedford’s Integrated Preschool in The Bedford Citizen
Bedford Town Trail Walk Saturday, February 4, 2023 at 9:45 am Old Res Conservation Area Description: Please join the Bedford Trails Committee for a free Trail Walk to explore the Old Res Conservation Area. We will make a moderately hilly circumnavigation of the res, at a comfortably slow pace. The walk will last about 2 hours or less. When and We meet at 9:45 AM at the parking Where: lot behind the Bedford Free Public Library (7 Mudge Way). Leader: Dan Hurwitz, Bedford Trails Committee Notes: All, or portions, of the trail may
First Parish in Bedford is hosting a two-part presentation on Ukraine: Sunday, Jan. 29 and Sunday, Feb. 5 from 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm. Vlad Shapiro, a Ukrainian-American from Kviv, will speak briefly about the root causes and current state of the Russian invasion in Ukraine. Vlad will also provide background on cultural & historical differences between the Ukraine & Russian populations, Ukraine’s place in the global economy, as well as key information about Ukrainian culture and traditions. Both sessions will include plenty of time for questions from the audience. These talks will be accessible on Zoom for those
Enjoy the best of classic, independent, and foreign films curated by The Concord Film Project. The film series returns on Wednesday, February 8 at 7:30pm with the first film showing since 2020! First up is 'Tampopo' - the tale of an eccentric band of culinary ronin who guide the widow of a noodle-shop owner on her quest for the perfect recipe, this rapturous “ramen western” by Japanese director Juzo Itami is an entertaining, genre-bending adventure underpinned by a deft satire of the way social conventions distort the most natural of human urges—our appetites. Interspersing the efforts of Tampopo (Nobuko Miyamoto)
The Rock Voices - Bedford choir is BACK, and we're hoping you can join us for our spring session! Rock Voices is America's community rock chorus. This season we'll be singing songs from Fleetwood Mac, America, The Indigo Girls, Janis Joplin, Three Dog Night, Eagles, Andy Grammar and more. There are no auditions to join, and no experience with reading music is required. Still not sure? Come try us out for up to three rehearsals with no strings attached. We meet weekly on Thursdays from 7pm to 9pm at The American Legion Post 221 357 Great Rd, Bedford, MA 01730,
What an appropriate way to welcome February, the month of Valentine's Day.....Cheese and chocolate: two of the world's favorite foods for comfort, indulgence, and romance. You may not think of them as natural partners, but these two classics are delicious companions! Join Certified Cheese Professional Beth Falk for an evening of great tastes that includes a variety of artisan cheeses and specialty chocolates. We’ll start with some food science to learn why these fabulous fermented foods work so well together, and we’ll do a little sensory analysis of some basic flavor compounds you may notice in the pairings. Then we’ll
Join us for a fun night of Virtual Trivia hosted by Sporcle! to benefit the CSF of Bedford Dollars for Scholars, which provides meaningful scholarships for the graduating High School Seniors of the Town of Bedford and Hanscom AFB.
"True Love" 13th Annual Valentine's Day Concert Sunday, February 12 at 4:00 pm Cynthia Mork, Ben Sears (vocals) and Bradford Conner (piano) With Special Guests Heinrich Christensen and Robert Winkley (4-hand piano) Scrumptious chocolate reception to follow! The First Parish in Bedford 75 Great Road, Bedford MA 01730 Suggested Donations Collected at the door: $20 adults $15 seniors and students Proceeds to benefit First Parish Live streaming tickets: tinyurl.com/uubedfordtruelove The First Parish in Bedford UU will present "True Love," their 13th annual Valentine's Day Concert at 4 pm on February 12. Ben Sears and Bradford Conner, founders and producing directors of
On Tuesday, February 14, 2023 at 7 pm the Bedford Center for the Arts Photo Group will welcome Sue Anne Hodges for a virtual evening of Image Sharing. The topic is Any Two Shots. Sue Anne Hodges is a professional photographer and photo educator. Sue Anne started college as an art student but after a year made the switch to photography. She graduated from New England School of Photography with a major in Advertising Photography and a minor in Technical Color. Her career began as an advertising photographer, helping to build and supervise an in-house studio for Lechmere, a retail
Bedford High School has a new performance group formed this year by a BHS Alum. The BFAB Step Team will be holding a fundraiser at Red Heat Tavern on Tuesday, Feb 21. 10% of all dine in and take out sales on Tuesday from 4pm - 10pm will be donated to the group. No need to bring any flier, just stop by and grab a bite to eat!
Please join the Friends of the Bedford Council on Aging (FBCOA) on Tuesday, February 28 for a delicious complimentary breakfast and friendship. The FBCOA is a volunteer, multi-age, non-profit group that works to provide essential support and services for the seniors of Bedford and the Council on Aging. If you are not already a member of the FBCOA, it is not too late to join. Annual FBCOA dues are $5 per person or $7 per family. A Complimentary Breakfast will be served at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, February 28 at the Council on Aging Senior Center, 12 Mudge Way.
University of Connecticut geologist and author Robert Thorson will join the Bedford Historical Society and its co-sponsor, the Bedford Garden Club, and the public in the video streaming presentation on The History of New England’s Stone Walls. He will examine several images of these special Northeast treasurers and show what local “wall-watchers” might see that “bird-watchers” might not. The event is free and open to the public. This program is supported in part by a grant from the Bedford Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.
Music from the movies is theme of the American Classics concert on Sunday, Feb. 26 at First Parish in Bedford. Time is 3 p.m. Tickets are available online here: https://tinyurl.com/bdexmuuh and also will be available at the door. The price is $25 and $20 for seniors/students. First Parish is wheelchair accessible. Read more: https://thebedfordcitizen.org/2023/02/american-classics-presents-songs-from-the-movies-feb-26-at-first-parish/
On Tuesday, February 28, 2023 at 7 pm Mike Milicia returns to the Bedford Center for the Arts Photo Group for a virtual presentation on taking A Closer Look at RAW files, ISO, Noise, Histograms & Highlight Alerts. A basic understanding of some of the technology behind digital capture enables one to make more informed choices and increase the quality of images. This session will provide valuable insight into four very important aspects of digital image capture: What is contained in a RAW file vs. a JPEG file. How ISO is implemented in the digital world. What causes noise and
Are you interested in organic composting? Are you curious to know how to compost even if you do not have access to a backyard? How about the mystical “Compost Tea” that rejuvenates indoor and outdoor plants? Learn how to create and maintain a healthy compost bin that will be fully operational during winter months and beyond. Your compost bin will be virtually odorless and very easy to maintain. You will be able to compost many things such as coffee, some junk mail, egg containers, vegetable peels, and more. You will take home a 1/2 lb. container of a compost starter
Are you interested in learning more about SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)? Come to the Flint Room located at 12 Mudge Way Bedford, MA 01730 on March 2nd from 8:30am-1:30pm to learn more! SNAP is a program that provides financial benefits to supplement the food budget of individuals and families in need. The application process takes about 15 minutes. Remember to bring a social security number, and date of birth for all members living in the house if you believe that you qualify!
Bedford Town Trail Walk Saturday March 4, 2023, 10:00 a.m. Concord Rd. town land Led by Bruce Wisentaner, Bedford Trails volunteer Please join the Bedford Trails Committee for a free trail walk in the woods on March 4, 2023. We plan to explore the town land north of Hanscom Field, hopefully crossing town line to reach Thoreau’s birthplace in Concord. Pace will be leisurely. Expect very muddy or icy terrain, and ticks. The walk is less than 3 miles round trip and will take about 2.5 hours. March weather! The walk will proceed in almost any weather! Prepare for cold or warm; ice, snow, or mud; with appropriate footwear and waterproof layers. Ski poles, walking sticks, snowshoes, mudboots,
Bedford Town Trail Walk Saturday March 4, 2023, 10:00 a.m. Concord Rd. town land Led by Bruce Wisentaner, Bedford Trails volunteer Please join the Bedford Trails Committee for a free trail walk in the woods on March 4, 2023. We plan to explore the town land north of Hanscom Field, hopefully crossing the town line to reach Thoreau’s birthplace in Concord. Pace will be leisurely. Expect very muddy or icy terrain, and ticks. The walk is less than 3 miles round trip and will take about 2.5 hours. March weather! The walk will proceed in almost any weather! Prepare for
Join Bedford High School Varsity Cheerleaders this Saturday night at Minuteman Diner! 20% of sales on Saturday from 4pm-8pm will support BHS Cheer!
