Day Calendar

Join us for a morning of playing and socializing. We will be offering a time for young children and their caregiver to interact through play, songs, books and art. Each session will end with a gathering time.

Join is for "Baby Bop," a playgroup and storytime for our youngest patrons.  

You can play and socialize with other little ones while enjoying music, bouncing, sensory activities, and board books.  

This is a soft movement class designed for those who have wanted to try Tai Chi and those who understand the principle.  Each class will be divided into three parts including warm up, senior form, and yang form. This is a very beneficial

Join us at the library for a relaxing crochet and knitting club! Bring your current project, catch up with friends, and share tips and techniques. If you’re new to crochet, we’ll have supplies on hand and someone ready to help you get started.

A welcoming space for homeschoolers who are learning to read or love being read to!  Each week features a read aloud, followed by games, crafts, and activities that spark imagination and build early literacy skills.

Throughout the year in preschool storytime, we’ll embark on an alphabet journey, exploring letters from A to Z, featuring a new letter each week.

Homeschool children ages 7-12 are invited to participate.  

Titles to be decided.  

Please only register for the first week.  It will get you signed up for the entire session.  

All are welcome to come on the second Tuesday of each month with your knitting or crochet project to share, and work on. We would love to expand our group! 

Homeschool Art Club is designed for kids ages 7 to 12 as a space to explore and create through a wide variety of art mediums. Come dressed to express yourself. 

The Sodexo Meal program provides free healthy snacks for kids and teens. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

National Honor Society students from Summerfield High School will be at the library to help you with your homework.  Please note that Homework Helpers will not be held on half days, when school is cancelled or if the library is closed.

The Bedford Chess club returns on Tuesdays. Chess sets are provided. Everyone of all ages and skill levels are welcome to join.

The 12 Days of Christmas at the Ellis Library & Reference Center

On the sixth day of Christmas, my true love gave to me: 

A GIFT FROM SANTA'S WORKSHOP: Design a handmade gift for someone special

(Kindergarten and up)

Every week looks a little different- there will be activities such as crafting, painting, and gaming to name a few! This is a place to study, have a snack, visit with friends, and unwind.

Students grade 3 and above are invited to the library for some comics and colas.  We'll have a variety of comic books to look at, and some interesting cola (pop) flavors to try.  Please register, and come sip and flip with us!

Join us on Tuesdays for a delightful evening that starts with a nutritious meal and ends with a burst of creativity and fun.  Kids will love the blend of good food and exciting activities!

Drop in at the Dorsch Memorial Branch and decorate a special ceramic ornament to cherish for years to come. Open to all ages. Registration is not required.

The Sodexo Meal program provides free healthy dinners for kids and teens. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Get ready to turn a new page and roll the dice! The Bedford Branch is thrilled to announce the launch of its innovative new program, the Stories and Strategies Book Club.

Better Together Book Club : is a welcoming group designed for teens and adult with challenging communication skills, to connect with each other and have FUN!  Supporting family and friends are always welcome.