Zero Waste Kids

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TUESDAY, AUGUST 29th 7:00—8:00 PM – Online

Online – Zero Waste Kids: Birthdays, Lunches, and More with Sarah Robertson-Barnes

We’ll dig into practical tips to make your children’s birthday parties and school lunches eco-friendly and low waste. We’ll also be discussing how kids, families, and communities can be more sustainable as some towns/cities/states move towards free lunches for all. 

Sarah Robertson-Barnes, founder of the Sustainable in the Suburbs blog, is a freelance writer, educator, and consultant. She lives with her husband, two kids, and rescue dog outside of Toronto, Ontario. Sustainable in the Suburbs is a resource for living low waste with kids in a culture of convenience.


A Note from Sarah: A sustainable lifestyle with kids is not only possible, but critically important for our future and theirs. I hope that by sharing what works for our family, you are inspired to make changes in your daily life too!

Please register for this event, you’ll receive the zoom link in the confirmation and reminder emails. 

All ages are welcome!

Please register at  https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/6616914282594/WN_cAgtovtqRYiPqatBlbeLuQ

This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Public Library. We are pleased to be partnering with the Ashland Sustainability Committee, GreenUp Ashland, and a multitude of MA Libraries for this event. 

Q & A with Author Gail Sahar:

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Monday, October 2nd, 7:00—8:30 PM

Online

Q & A with Author Gail Sahar: REGISTER

Have you been asking yourself “what does culture war even mean” and “what does it mean to be ‘woke'” and how do these questions contribute to the current divide in America? If you have, please join us for this conversation with Professor Gail Sahar, author of “Blame and Political Attitudes: The Psychology of America’s Culture War”.

Please register: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/6816865946302/WN_CFZcUDnBS4W-0B1nGoDZMg

This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Public Library and in partnership with a multitude of MA Libraries. We thank the Bellingham Library for bringing this book and author to our attention. 

A Conversation with Best-Selling Author Lisa See Wednesday, July 12th 7 pm

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The Bedford Free Public Library is joining 49 libraries in the area to host a virtual conversation with best-selling author Lisa See from 7 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, July 12.

See’s latest historical novel, “Lady Tan’s Circle of Women,” is based on the true story of a woman physician from 15th-century China and is a reimagining of the life of a woman who was remarkable in the Ming dynasty and would be considered remarkable today. The book was published by Scribner on June 6. 

Advance registration is required for this Zoom event.  Register for the free online event with Lisa See here:

https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN__r4XJAEXQcSvYSTCnfWZUw#/registration

At the Weather Station with NBC10 Boston/NECN’s Meteorologist Pamela Gardner Wednesday, July 19 12-1 pm- virtual

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Meet Pamela Gardener, on-air meteorologist for NBC10Boston/NECN! 

We’ll be discussing how Pamela got to where she is, what it takes to be a weather person in New England, especially as a Woman in STEM, and the current science around weather forecasting! Bring your questions, this is sure to be a fascinating and enlightening conversation!

To attend, please register at: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/8116850232352/WN_1CdpQCQkRiC8ftx5-Ma8xw

This virtual event is a collaboration with Ashland Public Library and a multitude of MA libraries.

Teen Summer Reading 2023

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Summer Reading starts on Tuesday, June 20th and ends on Friday, August 25th.

This year we have one challenge for all ages – making it easier for the whole family to participate (but there will be different prizes for each age group). For everyone going into Grades 6 through 12 in the Fall, we welcome you to register for Teen Summer Reading and earn points for each day you read and each activity you complete. Collect enough points and you will be automatically entered into a drawing for a final Grand Prize, generously donated by the Friends of the Library.

For teens, the Grand Prize raffle will be a Barnes & Noble gift card, awarded at the end of Summer Reading. Additionally, teens can stop by the Reference Desk each day to spin our prize wheel.

Please register online with Beanstack from your computer or on the Beanstack app on your smartphone. Paper forms are also available at the Reference Desk.

Special thanks to the Friends of the Bedford Free Public Library for generously funding Summer Reading.

2023 Summer Reading for All Ages!

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Summer Reading starts on Tuesday, June 20th and ends on Friday, August 25th.

This year we have one challenge for all ages – making it easier for the whole family to participate (but there will be different prizes for each age group). Whether you’re a new high school graduate, a retiree, or any stage of life in between, we welcome you to register for Adult Summer Reading and earn points for each day you read. Collect enough points and you will be automatically entered into a drawing for weekly prizes and a final Grand Prize, generously donated by the Friends of the Library.

Please register online with Beanstack from your computer or smartphone. Paper forms are also available at the Reference Desk.

Special Program: History of the Automobile – with Steve Edson

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Tuesday, June 27th at 7 pm in the library’s meeting room.
 
  Steve will present a visual history of the automobile through his photographs. Development of engineering, engine technology and design will be discussed in this 45 minute presentation.

This program would not be possible without assistance from the Friends of the Bedford Free Public Library.

 

Social Story: My Visit the Bedford Library

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We’ve created a social story to help children know what to expect when visiting the library.

You can view it here.

What Are Social Stories:
Created by Carol Gray in 1991 (who originated and owns the trademarks for the terms
“social story” and “social stories”)
Social storiesTM are short descriptions of a particular situation, event, or activity, which
include specific information about what to expect in that situation and why.

What are Social Stories used for:
● Develop skills (self-care, social, and academic)
● Help understand how someone might behave or respond in a situation
● Help a person cope with changes to routine, an unexpected event, or new situation
● As a behavioral strategy