Grades K-6
Calendar of Events
S Sun
M Mon
T Tue
W Wed
T Thu
F Fri
S Sat
2 events,
Summer Discovery: Oceans of Possibilities
Join us May 31st-July 31st for a reading challenge, take-home kits, programs, and fun prizes! For kids and teens up to 18. Pick up your program guide at the Library in the Children and Teens department to get started.
Driftwood Sea Shell Wind Chime Kit (Adult Services)
Are you looking for a way to bring in some coastal vibes to your front porch or indoor home decor? Using driftwood, twine, and sea shells, create your own unique beach inspired wind chime. Pick up this kit in Adult Services starting June 20th while supplies last!
3 events,
Build a Boat
Build a Boat
Ahoy, there! Come see if you've got what it takes to be a sailor and build your very own wooden boat! You can decorate it and test if it floats plus listen to a 'sea yarn' read by Captain Nathan, the Director of the Library and sailing enthusiast.
3 events,
Storytime at the Park: Garden (Weather Permitting)
Storytime at the Park: Garden (Weather Permitting)
Join us Thursdays at 10 am for storytime and activities at the parks. Blankets or towels encouraged for storytime in the grass. We'll see you June 30th at Garden Park!
2 events,
2 events,
X Marks the Spot Kit
X Marks the Spot Kit
Arrrr ye ready for a treasure hunt? The X Marks the Spot kit will give you everything you need, including a treasure chest you can decorate and fill with goodies, supplies to make a treasure map, and more! Pick yours up in the Children and Teens department starting July 5, while supplies last. One per child.
2 events,
Storytime at the Park: Otis (Weather Permitting)
Storytime at the Park: Otis (Weather Permitting)
Join us Thursdays at 10 am for storytime and activities at the parks. Blankets or towels encouraged for storytime in the grass. We'll see you July 7th at Otis Park!
3 events,
Book Bites- Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone (Virtual-Children and Teens)
Happy Donut Day! This month's Book Bites video will take a look at Please, Mr. Panda by Steve Antony and a delicious donut inspired snack. What will it take for Mr. Panda to share his donuts? Read the story and find out, then try making your own tasty apple donut combinations!
Fish Tail Macrame Key Chain Kit (Adult Services)
Learn the art of macrame with the Fishtail Macrame Key Chain Kit on the Adult Services floor at the library. Using creative knot tying techniques, weave a colorful usable key chain.
3 events,
Ocean Sand Art
Ocean Sand Art
Come learn how to create your own beautiful sand art masterpiece with us! There's a sand art project for all ages while supplies last.
4 events,
Storytime at the Park: Wilson (Weather Permitting)
Storytime at the Park: Wilson (Weather Permitting)
Join us Thursdays at 10 am for storytime and activities at the parks. Blankets or towels encouraged for storytime in the grass. We'll see you June 16th at Wilson Park!
Indiana Underwater (Adult Services)
Indiana Underwater (Adult Services)
Explore the prehistoric depths when Indiana was underwater with this presentation by the Indiana State Museum on Thursday, July 14th at 6 p.m. You can even bring your fossils for identification at the end of the program.
3 events,
STEAM Kit: Solar Bugs
STEAM Kit: Solar Bugs
Learn about the power of the Sun in our Solar Bug kit! Create a solar powered insect that zips around and makes noise! Pick yours up in the Children and Teens Department starting July 18 while supplies last. One per child.
3 events,
Coffee and Canvas: Beach Edition (Adult Services)
Coffee and Canvas: Beach Edition (Adult Services)
Relax and Paint! Enjoy a fresh cup of coffee while creating your own beautiful ocean scene at the library when you sign up for Coffee and Canvas: Beach Edition. Adult and Teen beginners and experienced painters are both welcome. Sign up at bedlib.org or call in at 812-275-4471.
3 events,
Storytime at the Park: Springville (Weather Permitting)
Storytime at the Park: Springville (Weather Permitting)
Join us Thursdays at 10 am for storytime and activities at the parks. Blankets or towels encouraged for storytime in the grass. We'll see you July 21st at Springville Park!
2 events,
Dry Rub Kit (Adult Services)
It's time to break out the grill and spice it up with this kit from Adult Services starting July 25th. In this kit, you will receive all of the spices you need to create four exciting dry rubs to try on meat or veggies of your choice. Pick up your kit on the Adult floor while supplies last.
3 events,
Hedgehog Hannah at StoneGate
Hedgehog Hannah at StoneGate
Foxes, gators, and snakes- oh my! You're sure to have a wildly good time with Hedgehog Hannah at StoneGate Arts and Education Center as they show off these critters and more. Fun for all ages! Program will be at StoneGate, 931 15th St. in Bedford at 4pm.
3 events,
Storytime at the Park: Garden (Weather Permitting)
Storytime at the Park: Garden (Weather Permitting)
Join us Thursdays at 10 am for storytime and activities at the parks. Blankets or towels encouraged for storytime in the grass. We'll see you July 28th at Garden Park!