Bedford Public Library

Save some $! Sign up for Library ELF alerts!

noreply@blogger.com (bedford public library) — Tue, 16 Jul 2013 15:30:00 +0000

Library ELF is a free, third party service available to our patrons to help you keep up with your check-out due dates and avoid those late fees.

Library ELF will send you a text message or an email letting you know when your upcoming due dates are, if an item is overdue, and if an item you put on Hold is ready for pick-up.

To sign up, visit http://www.bedfordlibrary.org/libraryELF.html and click on the Library ELF signup page for Bedford Public Library link in the middle of the page.

It's fast, easy, and worth the money it can save you!

What are we up to at BPL?

noreply@blogger.com (bedford public library) — Tue, 25 Jun 2013 20:32:00 +0000

Have you 'Liked' us on Facebook?
https://www.facebook.com/BedfordPublicLibrary

Are you following us on Twitter?
https://twitter.com/bedfordlibtx

Did you see those new photos we posted on Flickr?
http://www.flickr.com/photos/bedfordlibrary/

Stay up to date on BPL events! Get alerts on new books, DVDs, books on CD, music CDs, and more! Stay informed of Library news! Follow us on one (or all!) of our social media channels!

Summer Reading Club 2013 is in full swing!

noreply@blogger.com (bedford public library) — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 21:49:00 +0000

Dig into reading by participating in SRC 2013! The whole family can sign up to read, log hours/books, and win fun prizes!

Sign up for SRC 2013 here!

Prizes, you ask?
Kids:
Prizes

15 hrs. - Program Certificate, a Reader Ribbon and Coupons from our wonderful Sponsors
30 hrs. - Rubber Ducky, Pencil, New Book and a chance to win a 2014 Bedford Splash Family Season Pass
40 hrs. - Super Reader Medal and an Invitation to the Super Reader Party

Teens:
Prizes

Read and log your hours and you will be entered in our Weekly Random Drawings for fabulous prizes!
40 hrs - entered in Grand Prize Drawing!

Adults:
Prizes

For every book logged, you are entered in the Weekly Random Prize Drawings.
Read 5 or more books and you are entered in the Grand Prize Drawing.

Happy Independence Day (tomorrow)!

noreply@blogger.com (bedford public library) — Tue, 03 Jul 2012 14:56:00 +0000

The Library will be CLOSED July 4th for Independence Day. The Library will resume normal operating hours the next day.

If you're in Bedford, come join the celebration at 4thFest! For more information, go to http://www.bedfordtx.gov/4thfest The fireworks start at 10pm!

Enjoy the food, fireworks, and fun!

We're on Facebook! >>>

noreply@blogger.com (bedford public library) — Tue, 26 Jun 2012 16:51:00 +0000

"Like" us on Facebook and start talking to us! We want to hear your thoughts!

We're also on Twitter!

Follow us on both to hear Library news and updates, alerts about new materials, reminders about Library programs and events, etc. Tell us what you're reading/watching/doing! Tell us what you'd like to see added to our collection... programs you'd be interested in attending... suggestions about our services... anything!

Links to each in right column >>>

Summer is officially here!

noreply@blogger.com (bedford public library) — Tue, 26 Jun 2012 16:44:00 +0000

You've got no excuse to feel bored this summer! The BPL has fun and informative programs every day! Make sure to check out Events calendar (link found at the top of our homepage) for interesting things to do at your Library.

The Summer Reading Club is in full swing! Make sure you register, read, and reap your rewards! Kids can win fun prizes and teens and adults can enter to win a Kindle Fire! Register online using the "SRC 2012" link on our homepage.

What can you do with your Library card online to save you a trip to the Library? You can...

Search the Library catalog
Begin the Library Card Application process (Last steps are completed at the front desk)
Renew materials (that do not have holds on them)
Place holds on materials
Request materials
Submit comments and suggestions to the Library
Sign up for 'Library ELF' alerts (so you have a heads up before your items are overdue)
Download eBooks
Look up info about your account (items checked out, their due dates, fines, your holds)

Of course you can also come to the Library and do any of these as well if you'd like assistance.

Stay cool, stay hydrated, and put on that sun block!

Summer Reading Club Begins

noreply@blogger.com (bedford public library) — Wed, 09 May 2012 22:13:00 +0000

Last night, Mayor Jim Story, read the Summer Reading Club Proclamation declaring Summer Reading Club Season for June and July. Thank you to Bea Cochran and her fabulous Shady Brook readers for accepting the proclamation on behalf of the Bedford Public Library. Registration for Summer Reading Club is open! Children who register by May 17 will be able to attend a party at Splash. The "Members Only" Splash Party is on Friday, May 18 from 5:00 - 8:00 pm.

Strike a Pose

noreply@blogger.com (bedford public library) — Sat, 21 Apr 2012 18:55:00 +0000

Kyrahlyn strikes a pose with the Need to Know statue.

One dark and stormy night, a mysterious patron dropped a picture of the bronze sculpture "The Need to Know" (by Hollis Williford) into the book drop of the Bedford Public Library located at 1805 L. Don Dodson Drive. Although staff members from the library searched everywhere trying to find out who wrote "Wouldn't this be a lovely addition to the Bedford Library?" on the back of the picture, the mystery remained unsolved for several months. Ann Wiegand, the former Library Director, and Suzanne Blackman, another Bedford Library patron, led a group of Bedford Library volunteers in fundraising projects across the city. Finally, over two years after the picture of the sculpture was first deposited in the book drop, the library raised enough funds to purchase the sculpture.

The statue was moved from the L. Don Dodson location to the new Bedford Public Library in January 2011. It was so heavy it cracked the new sidewalk!

Layering Pizzazz: A Writer’s Workshop

noreply@blogger.com (bedford public library) — Sat, 21 Apr 2012 18:35:00 +0000

What exactly is setting? Why do you need setting details in your novel? How much is too much? How much is too little? Who cares?

For the answers to these and other questions about setting, come to the Bedford Public Library’s Writer’s Workshop as multi-published author Lena Nelson Dooley leads this workshop on setting. Be prepared to participate in the presentation, because not only will you learn about setting, you’ll get the chance to practice what you learn. Bring paper and pen or your laptop, netbook, or tablet that is charged and ready to use. And don’t forget your creativity and imagination. Award-winning author Lena Nelson Dooley has more than 690,000 books in print. She is a member of American Christian Fiction Writers and the local chapter, DFW Ready Writers.

Admission is $25. This includes lunch during the Workshop and admission to the Meet the Authors Event 2:00 – 4:00 pm the same day.

2012 Library Project of the Year

noreply@blogger.com (bedford public library) — Sat, 21 Apr 2012 17:49:00 +0000

Wayne Williams Library Project of the Year: City of Bedford/Bedford Public Library The City of Bedford Public Library was recognized by the Texas Library Association as the 2012 Wayne Williams Library Project of the Year. Wayne Williams Library Project of the Year recognizes a project that exemplifies the highest levels of achievement, professional standards, and inspiration to other libraries. It is the only TLA-sponsored cash award, and the amount is $500.

The design and construction of the new Bedford Public Library earned the City of Bedford this recognition. The extensive community input process significantly improved library service for Bedford residents. Maria Redburn, Library Manager and Barbara Johnson, Technical Service Manager accepted the award on behalf of the City of Bedford at the Texas Library Association Conference in Houston Texas. Bestselling author and host of the History Channel’s Decoded, Brad Meltzer was the keynote speaker of the opening session.

Mobile Catalog Now Available

noreply@blogger.com (bedford public library) — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 20:06:00 +0000

The library catalog is now available for your mobile phone, with Library Anywhere! Search, discover, and interact with our library - anywhere you are, right away.

search the catalog

see what you have checked out

renew items

place holds

get hours and location

browse event listings

access ebooks

browse booklists

Library Anywhere is a universal mobile web version of the library catalog that works on any smartphone including a Blackberry. To view and use, visit http://www.libanywhere.com/m/68

In addition, iPhone and Android phone users can download a native app, which offers a few extra features, including the ability to scan the barcode of any book, anywhere and immediately check if it's in stock at Bedford Public Library - and then place a hold on it!

Install options

Android:

Visit Android Marketplace on your phone and search for 'LibAnywhere'

Download and install the free app

Load the app and search for Bedford Public Library to make it your default search page

Start searching!

iPhone:

Visit App store on your phone and search for 'LibAnywhere'

Download and install the free app

Load the app and search for Bedford Public Library to make it your default search page

Start searching!

Universal version (Blackberry and other smartphones):

Visit: http://www.libanywhere.com/m/68

2012 Celebrate Seuss Festival

noreply@blogger.com (bedford public library) — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 22:15:00 +0000

Mardi Gras Gala

noreply@blogger.com (bedford public library) — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 18:46:00 +0000

Get your tickets now for our 3rd Annual Mardi Gras Gala - February 18 from 7-10pm. Advance tickets are only $40. This would make a great Valentine's gift for your sweetheart. We'll have a New Orleans style buffet, live music, silent auction and casino night.

Silent Auction donations are welcome and appreciated. Sponsorships are also available.
• Silent Auction Donation Form
• Sponsorship Form For more information or to make a cash donation call 817-501-0418 or email mardigrasbedford@gmail.com

Register Now for Ebook Classes

noreply@blogger.com (bedford public library) — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 22:52:00 +0000

It's Never Too Early to Get a Library Card

noreply@blogger.com (bedford public library) — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 21:59:00 +0000

This baby's mother knows how important it is to start her child off right so she brought her ten-day-old son to the library to get his own card.

A library card opens the door to a world of reading, information and entertainment. With a library card you can read the latest best seller, watch a movie, listen to music, check out an ebook, complete a homework assignment, use a computer or printer, attend great programs and much more. To get a card just stop by the library or apply online.

It's never too early or too late to make a library card a part of your life.

We Value Your Opinion - Please Take our Survey

noreply@blogger.com (bedford public library) — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 21:54:00 +0000

The library is conducting its annual survey to assess quality of service, programs, materials and hours of operation. Please take a moment to fill out the survey to let us know how we are performing. Survey results help us set budget priorities for the next fiscal year. The survey takes less than five minutes to complete online. It is also available in print.

Residential Roundtable Meeting

noreply@blogger.com (bedford public library) — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 17:15:00 +0000

Join us for a Residential Roundtable Meeting.

Date: March 30, 2011
Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Location: Bedford Public Library - Meeting Room North

Agenda:

1. 6 Stones mission and projects in Bedford (20 minutes)

2. Parks Master Plan (20 minutes)

3. Special Events Update (5 minutes)

4. Economic development update (20 minutes)

5. Shop Bedford First program (5 minutes)

6. Discussion of agenda topics (20 minutes)

Understanding Medicare

noreply@blogger.com (bedford public library) — Tue, 02 Nov 2010 14:20:00 +0000

The Bedford Senior Center will be hosting information sessions about the changes to Medicare. Sessions will be held at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, November 16, Tuesday, December 7 and Tuesday, December 14. The Bedford Senior Center is located 2819 R. D. Hurt Parkway. For more information call 817-952-2325.

New Fee Schedule

noreply@blogger.com (bedford public library) — Mon, 25 Oct 2010 14:20:00 +0000

Starting November 10, 2010

Extended Use Fees
DVD $1.00/day
Books & Other Materials 25¢/day

Copy Center Fees
Fax Fee $1.00/page
Copier Fee .20¢/page
Color Printout .50¢/page
Black/White Printout .20¢/page

Silent Auction for Low Vision Room

noreply@blogger.com (bedford public library) — Mon, 25 Oct 2010 14:10:00 +0000

The Bedford Public Library has gradually been adding Assistive Technology for their low vision users after two successful Low Vision Fairs over the past three years. The next step is to have a room dedicated to the latest technology in the new library for low vision readers to utilize while at the library and in limited cases some of the technology will be available for check out.

On November 20th, the library will have some of the technology on display that through fundraising efforts by the Bedford Library Foundation will hopefully become a reality. Along with the display there will be a silent auction with all funds dedicated to purchase of equipment.

Refreshments will be served and we hope you will invite you friends for this special event. The Bedford Public Library is taking the lead and will be the only library in our area accommodating people with low vision and those losing their vision.

For further information, please feel free to contact Patt Dreyer at pattdreyer@sbcglobal.net.

Shout Out to Girl Scout Troop 1315

noreply@blogger.com (bedford public library) — Wed, 13 Oct 2010 16:46:00 +0000

Thank you to Girl Scout Troop 1315 for collecting books for the new Bedford Public Library. The books not added to the collection will be sold by the Bedford Library Friends to buy new books. We appreciate Troop 1315 for applying their Girl Power to assist the new Library!

Adult Short Story Contest Winners

noreply@blogger.com (bedford public library) — Sun, 26 Sep 2010 21:36:00 +0000

The Bedford Library Friends announced the results of the Fourth Annual Adult Short Story Contest last night. Congratulations to all our entries, the judges enjoyed your stories.

1st place -- Clinically Weird by Kathleen Listman
2nd place -- The Consuming by Rhonda Hopkins
3rd place -- Second Chances by our own David H. Franklin

Bedford Library Friends Book Sale

noreply@blogger.com (bedford public library) — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 19:37:00 +0000

Don't miss our upcoming book sale. If you are looking for books for the kids, grandparents, or your classroom, this is the event you cannot afford to miss. It's going to be bigger and better than ever.

Dates/Times:
Thursday, August 12 - 6:00 to 8:00 pm

Members Only Preview Sale - Memberships will be sold at the door

Friday, August 13 - 9:00 am to 6:00 pm

Saturday, August 14 - 10:00 am to 6:00 pm

Sunday, August 15 - 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Location:

First Baptist Church of Bedford

2045 Bedford Road

Bedford, TX 76021

Your Name at the New Library

noreply@blogger.com (bedford public library) — Sun, 27 Jun 2010 18:03:00 +0000

Preserve your family name, honor a loved one, recognize a business or give a lasting gift to someone special by ordering an engraved brick to enhance the outdoor settings at the new Bedford Public Library. Engraved bricks will be placed in the sculptural gardens surrounding the new facility. Bricks can be purchased in two sizes.

4 x 8 inches—standard size
Up to 3 lines of text
Cost imprinted $50.00

8 x 8 inches—standard size
Up to 7 lines of text
Cost imprinted $100.00

All funds raised with the Brick by Brick Fundraiser will go to the Capital Campaign. Bricks can be ordered at the Bedford Public Library. Order by August 1, 2010 to guarantee your name at the new Bedford Public Library. Brick Order Form

For more information call Barbara Sparks at 817-952-2350.

Carter BloodCare Donation Drive

noreply@blogger.com (bedford public library) — Tue, 08 Jun 2010 17:59:00 +0000

We're having a Blood Drive this Sunday, June 13 at Old Bedford School, 2400 School Lane, between 11:00 am and 3:00 pm. Here's a link to the Advance Sign Up form.