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Back to School BINGO

Saturday, August 16, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Upstairs Library Space at Dorsch Memorial Branch
Library Branch: Dorsch Memorial Branch
Room: Upstairs Library Space
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Gaming, General
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us at the Dorsch Memorial Branch Library to play some BINGO and win school supplies. Don't worry, everyone goes home a winner!

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Library Games Guild

Sunday, August 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 7:00pm
Downstairs Programming Area at Dundee Branch
Library Branch: Dundee Branch
Room: Downstairs Programming Area
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Welcome to the Library Games Guild at the Dundee Branch Library, where dice roll, cards shuffle, and strategy rules supreme!

Pop - Up Play Dough & Play Dates Dundee

Pop-Up Play Dough & Play Dates

Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Downstairs Programming Area at Dundee Branch
Library Branch: Dundee Branch
Room: Downstairs Programming Area
Age Group: All Ages, Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime & Playgroups
Event Details:

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Smart Cookie Back to School Bash

Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Maybee Branch
Library Branch: Maybee Branch
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family
Program Type: General
Event Details:

Calling all Smart Cookies!  We're having a back to school bash at the library!  Come at 1 for cookie bingo with back to school prizes, or pop in anytime from 1:30-2:30 for cookie tasting, decorating and more.  

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Preschool Movie Morning

Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Downstairs Programming Area at Dundee Branch
Library Branch: Dundee Branch
Room: Downstairs Programming Area
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

Join us for a morning of short Blue's Clue movies. The morning will consist of several short (10-15 minute) shows from the Blue's Clue tv series. Come for a for a few or all. Drop-in to watch and enjoy light snacks.

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Luna Pier Summer Lunch Bunch - Y on the Fly

Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Library at Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Library Branch: Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Meal Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us all summer for a delicious meal for the kids and a fun activity afterwards! Y on the Fly is provided in partnership with the YMCA.

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Summer Music Series

Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
South Parking Lot at Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: South Parking Lot
Age Group: All Ages, Family, Adults
Program Type: Music
Event Details:

Bedford Library's Summer Music Series is thrilled to be back this year with lively music, delicious food trucks, yard games, and family fun.

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Blood Drive

Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 12:30pm - 6:00pm
Community Room at Carleton Branch
Library Branch: Carleton Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Organizations using the Library
Event Details:

Join us at the Carleton Branch Library for the American Red Cross Spring Blood Drive.

Back to School Fun

Luna Pier Summer Lunch Bunch - Back to School Fun

Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Library at Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Library Branch: Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Meal Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come join us for some back to school fun! 

10:00 - 1:30 If you signed up for a backpack from the Salvation Army, you can pick it up anytime.

Luna Pier Summer Lunch Bunch - Miss Jill's Choice

Friday, August 22, 2025 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Library at Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Library Branch: Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Meal Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us all summer for a delicious meal for the kids and a fun activity afterwards! Fridays are Miss Jill's Choice!  We will play games, make treats, or whatever Miss Jill dreams up!

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Read & Create - An Early Literacy/STEM Program

11:30am–12:30pm
Children
Bedford Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Quilt Room - Room F
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups
Registration Required
Event Details:

This program will take place on the 1st & 3rd Saturdays of every month (Except for the summer months we will only be meeting once a month on specific Saturdays) and is geared towards 4 -6 year old kids who are just starting their reading adven

VITA Tax Prep

9:00am–3:00pm
Adults
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Organizations using the Library
Event Details:

Tax Prep help for 2025 taxes

Yoga with Dianne

3:00pm–4:30pm
All Ages, Adults, Seniors
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Children's Round Room
Age Group: All Ages, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

“Yoga with Diane”  A FREE, one hour community Yoga class.  Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro, this class is designed for all  levels, all ages.

Tai Chi for Health

10:30am–11:30am
All Ages, Adults
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

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

Dungeons and Dragons @ Bedford

2:30pm–5:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Quilt Room - Room F
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Gaming

Vegetable Seed Starting Workshop

2:00pm–3:30pm
Teens, Family, Adults, Seniors
Bedford Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Family, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Educational
Registration Required
Event Details:

Gardeners of all skill levels are invited to attend this workshop! Get a head start on your summer garden and swap tips with fellow growers. 

VITA Tax Prep

9:00am–3:00pm
Adults
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Organizations using the Library
Event Details:

Tax Prep help for 2025 taxes

Yoga with Dianne

3:00pm–4:30pm
All Ages, Adults, Seniors
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Children's Round Room
Age Group: All Ages, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

“Yoga with Diane”  A FREE, one hour community Yoga class.  Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro, this class is designed for all  levels, all ages.

Tai Chi for Health

10:30am–11:30am
All Ages, Adults
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

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

Northwest Ohio Southeast Michigan eBay Resellers

5:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Quilt Room - Room F
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Organizations using the Library
Event Details:

Welcome to the NW Ohio SE Michigan eBay Resellers meeting! Whether you're a seasoned eBay pro or just getting started, join us for a fun and informative gathering.

Bedford A.M. Book Club

10:30am–11:30am
Adults
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Quilt Room - Room F
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club

Meet new people and discover great new books. Check out a book club at a branch near you.

Homeschool TWEEN Book Club

1:00pm–2:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Bedford Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Quilt Room - Room F
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

This book club is for tween and teen homeschool students between the ages of 11-16. Books will be student-selected based on the monthly topic. Book discussions and related activities will occur at each meeting.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergens

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. Accordingly, the library will not be liable for such harm to any individual resulting from such allergens.

Dungeons and Dragons @ Bedford

2:30pm–5:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Quilt Room - Room F
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Gaming

Read & Create - An Early Literacy/STEM Program

11:30am–12:30pm
Children
Bedford Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Quilt Room - Room F
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups
Registration Required
Event Details:

This program will take place on the 1st & 3rd Saturdays of every month (Except for the summer months we will only be meeting once a month on specific Saturdays) and is geared towards 4 -6 year old kids who are just starting their reading adven

VITA Tax Prep

9:00am–3:00pm
Adults
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Organizations using the Library
Event Details:

Tax Prep help for 2025 taxes

Yoga with Dianne

3:00pm–4:30pm
All Ages, Adults, Seniors
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Children's Round Room
Age Group: All Ages, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

“Yoga with Diane”  A FREE, one hour community Yoga class.  Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro, this class is designed for all  levels, all ages.

Tai Chi for Health

10:30am–11:30am
All Ages, Adults
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

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

Book Trekkers: A Walking Book Club

9:30am–11:30am
Adults
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Quilt Room - Room F
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Nature-loving readers with a passion for the outdoors, unite! This year-round, all-weather, nature-themed book club is for the adventurous reader who enjoys walking outdoors.

Disclaimer(s)

Please Dress for Weather

Portions of this event will be enjoyed outdoors. Please come dressed for the weather.

Homeschool Book Club

1:00pm–2:30pm
Children, Tweens
Bedford Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bedford Library's Homeschool Book Club is back for the 2025-2026 school year with an updated format.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

Food Allergens

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. Accordingly, the library will not be liable for such harm to any individual resulting from such allergens.

Dungeons and Dragons @ Bedford

2:30pm–5:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Quilt Room - Room F
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Gaming

Yoga with Dianne

3:00pm–4:30pm
All Ages, Adults, Seniors
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

“Yoga with Diane”  A FREE, one hour community Yoga class.  Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro, this class is designed for all  levels, all ages.

Tai Chi for Health

10:30am–11:30am
All Ages, Adults
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

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

Knitting & Crochet

1:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Organizations using the Library
Event Details:

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! 

Stories and Strategies Book Club

5:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Bedford Branch
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Quilt Room - Room F
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

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.