The Bedford Town Calendar

Purposeful Retirement

Town of Bedford, MA 10 Mudge Way, Bedford, MA, United States

Retirement….while you may have a financial retirement plan, do you have a plan for how you will spend your time in retirement?  What will you do every day? Are you thinking of retiring or perhaps in the early stages of retirement? In retirement, time is our gift—how will you be purposeful about your gift of time? This course will define purposeful retirement and outline what you can do to be a happy, fulfilled retiree.  We will discuss our generation’s definition of retirement and some of the considerations or challenges we may face in retirement. We will talk about the steps

$30

Bedford Day 5K!

JGMS 99 McMahon Rd, Bedford, MA, United States

Kick-off Bedford Day 2023 by running or walking in the Bedford Day Road Race! Proceeds will go to the Recreation Department Scholarship Fund. Register by September 1st to guarantee a t-shirt! The race starts at 8:30 AM and the registration table opens at 7:30 AM on Bedford Day. REGISTER NOW AT WWW.BEDFORDRECREATION.ORG!

Building a Positive Parenting Practice (virtual program)

Town of Bedford, MA 10 Mudge Way, Bedford, MA, United States

Does parenting your toddler, preschooler, or elementary-age child feel more frustrating than fun? Struggle with setting boundaries, getting your child to listen, or just deciphering where their needs end and yours begin? We’ll help you understand why, and how to make parenting more effective and enjoyable. Join child development expert Dr. Sarah Davis and parenting thought leader Evie Granville, M.Ed., to build your positive parenting practice. Evie and Sarah make positive parenting accessible to everyone through their Parenting Personality Framework.  Between Zoom sessions, stay connected with Evie and Sarah, and other program participants, in a private social platform you can visit

$200

Applying How Women Rise

Town of Bedford, MA 10 Mudge Way, Bedford, MA, United States

Are you a woman who has been leading for a while and wants to improve her leadership and get different results? Are you currently not feeling satisfied or getting stuck professionally? Perhaps, you are not making the progress you expect, or showing up the way that gets you the outcomes you want. Ironically, many of the professional skills that served us well early in our careers are not the same skills we need as we advance. Join us to learn how you can become a more confident leader, be part of an accountability community, and together, inspire your ownership of

$35

Storytelling from the Podium: How to Deliver a Speech that Grabs Their Attention

Bedford Recreation Department 12 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA

Do you enjoy telling stories? Have you ever done in front of others? Does it make you nervous?  You are not alone. About 77% of people have anxiety about public speaking. Would you like to get comfortable with public speaking? Then this workshop is for YOU! From accepting an award, to delivering a eulogy, to giving a sales pitch, or making the wedding toast - there are many times when we may have to speak publicly. You can make it memorable and fun with storytelling!  Storytelling is part of everyday life, connecting people to what is important and simplifying our world

$40

You Can Afford College If…..

Town of Bedford, MA 10 Mudge Way, Bedford, MA, United States

…you PLAN in advance, you UNDERSTAND the financial aid process and you ACT early enough to be successful.  Financial Aid goes to the families that plan in advance - ideally before December of the child’s sophomore year of high school. This course will teach you the concepts and strategies that will help you maximize your financial aid by understanding the process. You will learn strategies that may increase your family’s eligibility even if you have a “high income” or own a business. Procrastination equals less financial aid.  All schools are not alike, so it is important to know your options.

$15

Essential Ingredients for Long Term Investing

Town of Bedford, MA 10 Mudge Way, Bedford, MA, United States

For many individual investors, long term investing brings a host of daunting challenges. The silent thief of inflation, the threat of outliving one’s savings, and unexpected market set backs are some of the obstacles that can stand in the way of a successful retirement. This presentation puts recent events in perspective, illustrates essential lessons for long term investing, and provides simple action steps for folks who may be seeking a better long term investment experience.  Held at Town Center, 12 Mudge Way. Free event, but registration is required.  Space is limited.  Register here:  https://ibit.ly/ZigRi Hosted by Bedford Recreation Department and

Free

Pediatric First Aid, CPR for Grandparents or other Caregivers

Town of Bedford, MA 10 Mudge Way, Bedford, MA, United States

If you’re caring for an infant or child, you need to know how to respond in case of a first-aid emergency. You’ll learn to handle injuries and manage illness for the first few minutes until help arrives. We’ll cover first aid basics; medical, injury and environmental emergencies; and CPR for all ages. You’ll learn about allergies and epipens too. Upon completion of the course, you'll receive certification in Pediatric First Aid and CPR for all ages. Open to Grand/parents and caregivers of any age. Please bring a mat or towel for kneeling.

$88

Bedford Recreation Department Summer Job Open House

Reed Conference Room Town Hall - 10 Mudge Way, Bedford, MA, United States

Join us at the Bedford Recreation Summer Job Fair on Thursday, January 11th from 6:00-7:30 PM in the Town Hall Reed Room (10 Mudge Way, Bedford)! If you are 14 or older and interested in learning more about the Bedford Recreation summer employment opportunities, this is the event for you. Whether you are looking to gain valuable work experience, earn some extra money, or simply have a fun-filled summer we have a variety of positions available. Please take a moment to complete the optional RSVP form at the following link: https://forms.gle/rUp6zL9y4EvoiUqK8

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