Adults
Solar Eclipses and the Sun-Eating Dragons of Ancient China
Bedford Public Library 1323 K Street, Bedford, IN, United StatesImagine watching a celestial dragon attack and devour the sun! Ancient Chinese records of solar eclipses are some of the oldest in the world with many fascinating explanations for how they occur. How did they fend off the dragon? What did the eclipse represent? How do you write and say eclipse in Chinese? Join Mersi on January 11 from 6-7pm to get the answers and try your hand at making a diamond art Chinese Dragon.
Game Night! (Adult Services)
Bedford Public Library 1323 K Street, Bedford, IN, United StatesGame Night is on at the Library! Sign up your friends and family to learn how to play the group game Codenames with Delaney on Tuesday, January 16 from 6-7pm. Choose your Spy Master then work together as a team to figure out the clues and puzzles to win! Register on this page.
Surviving Spouses Support Group (Adult Services)
Bedford, IN, United StatesSurviving Spouses Support Group is the third Friday of every month from 10am to 12pm at the Bedford Public Library.
Pressed Flower Bookmarks (Adult Services)
Bedford Public Library 1323 K Street, Bedford, IN, United StatesBooks and bookmarks, we all have our favorites. Join Mersi on January 22 at 6pm and create your own unique pressed flower bookmark to add to your collection, and get a sneak preview of the books coming out this year at the library! Adults can register on this page.
Stars Over the Incan Empire (Adult Services)
Bedford Public Library 1323 K Street, Bedford, IN, United StatesLearn about the influence of celestial movements and eclipses on Incan culture with Delaney on January 25 from 6-7pm. From building their cities to creating art and influencing politics, the Inca based much of their lives on Earth by what happened in the sky. Create your own starry art making common constellations with string art! Adults can register on this page.
Adult Story Time (Adult Services)
Bedford Public Library 1323 K Street, Bedford, IN, United StatesGet ready to relax, listen, and reflect at Adult Story Time on the Adult Services floor on Monday, January 29 from 6pm to 7pm. Join April in our new cafe area on the Adult floor for coffee and short stories read aloud . You can enjoy adult coloring or sketching while you listen, and even share your thoughts at the end if you like. All adults are welcome and registration is not required.
KIT: Make Your Own Sundial
Bedford Public Library 1323 K Street, Bedford, IN, United StatesIntroducing our 'Make Your Own Sundial' Kit, available on the Adult Services floor starting February 1st. Embrace the ancient art of time-telling in a hands-on, sundial crafting experience! Unleash the power of the sun and create your personalized timepiece. (While supplies last.)
Citizen Science: Eclipse Soundscapes Project
Bedford Public Library 1323 K Street, Bedford, IN, United StatesJoin us in contributing to science! Become a Citizen Scientist for the Eclipse Soundscapes Project by sharing your multi-sensory observations and recorded sound data from the April 8, 2024, total solar eclipse. Your input will assist NASA in comprehending the effects of the 2024 solar eclipses on our local ecosystem. Register as an ES Observer, […]
Yoga for EVERY Body
Bedford Public Library 1323 K Street, Bedford, IN, United StatesJoin Ana for a good morning stretch! Whether you prefer to stretch on the floor or use a chair to adapt the movements, all poses will be demonstrated. Follow along with a simple yoga flow at your own level and pace in a relaxed and low-pressure environment. Beginners encouraged to attend, but every BODY is […]
Rags to Rugs
Bedford Public Library 1323 K Street, Bedford, IN, United StatesJoin Delaney at Rags to Rugs! Dive into the world of recycling, where old t-shirts are transformed into eco-friendly rugs, intricately weaving sustainability into the fabric of your story. This program starts at 6pm.