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Bedford Public Library System Visit us at https://www.bplsonline.org

The Bedford Public Library System serves the Town of Bedford and Bedford County with its mission of meeting the patrons need for informational, educational, cultural and recreational pursuits. We are the public library system serving Town of Bedford and Bedford County Virginia, and sharing materials with Lynchburg Public Library and Campbell County Public Library System. Hours:
Bedford Central: M,W,F 9am to 6pm; T, TH 9am to 8pm; S 10am-6pm
Big Island: M, TH, F 10am to 5pm; T 10am to 7pm, S 10am to 1pm
Forest: M,W,F,S 10am to 6pm; T, TH 10am to 8pm
Moneta: M,T,W,F,S 10am to 6pm; TH 10am to 8pm
Montvale: M, TH, F 10am to 5pm; T 10am to 7pm, S 10am to 1pm
Stewartsville: M, TH, F 10am to 5pm; T 10am to 7pm, S 10am to 1pm

🧠 Road Scholar Age Well Lecture: The Science of Brain Health & Proven Ways to Protect Your MindDid you know that researc...
10/11/2026

🧠 Road Scholar Age Well Lecture: The Science of Brain Health & Proven Ways to Protect Your Mind

Did you know that research suggests up to 45% of dementia cases may be preventable by addressing risk factors throughout our lives?

Join us at the Moneta/SML Library on Tuesday, October 20th, at 2 PM for an informative lecture with Dr. Stephanie Rogers. Learn practical, science-backed ways to support brain health, including staying physically active, nurturing friendships, and protecting your hearing.

Whether you're looking to protect your own cognitive health or support a loved one, discover simple steps you can take at any age to help keep your mind healthy.

📌 Please note: This is a pre-recorded Road Scholar lecture. Dr. Rogers will not be appearing in person. Registration is requested. Please sign up on our events calendar.

🤓 FOREST LIBRARY NERD SWAP 🎮📅 Friday, October 16th | 3–5 PMCalling all nerds, geeks, collectors, crafters, and fandom fa...
10/10/2026

🤓 FOREST LIBRARY NERD SWAP 🎮

📅 Friday, October 16th | 3–5 PM

Calling all nerds, geeks, collectors, crafters, and fandom fans! Join us at the Forest Library to show off your collections, chat about your favorite fandoms, and trade treasures with fellow fans.

Anime, comics, trading cards, movies, figures, handmade creations, stickers, plushies, and more—all things nerdy are welcome! Bring something to trade, browse what others have brought, or just come hang out with your fellow fans.

👾 All ages welcome! No registration required. Just bring your fandom and join the fun!

🎨✨ TEEN ART NIGHT: BEDAZZLE YOUR BOOK! ✨📚Teens ages 12 and up are invited to join us on the 3rd Thursday of every month ...
10/10/2026

🎨✨ TEEN ART NIGHT: BEDAZZLE YOUR BOOK! ✨📚

Teens ages 12 and up are invited to join us on the 3rd Thursday of every month for Teen Art Night at the Bedford Central Library! Each month features a new theme or creative project, and the library provides all the supplies you’ll need. Feel free to bring your own supplies, too!

💎 This Month’s Project: Bedazzled Book Covers! 💎

Bring your favorite book and give it a little special touch! Using tiny gems, you’ll transform your book’s front cover into a one-of-a-kind creation. Think diamond painting, but on a book! ✨

📍 Bedford Central Library
📅 Thursday, October 15th
⏰ 6–7:30 PM

Registration is required, so be sure to visit our events calendar to save your spot. We can’t wait to see what you create! 💖

All BPLS locations will be CLOSED this coming Monday, October 12th, for our annual Fall Staff Training Day. We will be ...
10/10/2026

All BPLS locations will be CLOSED this coming Monday, October 12th, for our annual Fall Staff Training Day. We will be open today for our regularly scheduled hours.

*Note: Staff will be on-site at the Bedford Central Library for the training, but we will be closed to the public.

Make Your Own Beaded Jewelry!Drop in to the Bedford Central Library tomorrow afternoon, Saturday, October 10th, from 2 P...
10/09/2026

Make Your Own Beaded Jewelry!

Drop in to the Bedford Central Library tomorrow afternoon, Saturday, October 10th, from 2 PM to 4 PM, and get creative with beads! Design your own bracelets and necklaces using a colorful assortment of beads, along with all the tools and supplies you’ll need. Bead boards will be available to help you experiment with colors and patterns before creating your finished pieces.

Feel free to bring your own beads or supplies to use or share. No registration is required, so come when you can and stay as long as you like!

Open to teens 13+ and adults!

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10/09/2026

The HORROR...

Today is Friday, so that means it's time for a new Friday Facebook Freebie Advanced Reader Copy giveaway prompt!Which of...
10/09/2026

Today is Friday, so that means it's time for a new Friday Facebook Freebie Advanced Reader Copy giveaway prompt!

Which of these Fall Flavor Teams do you choose? Comment Below!
A. Pumpkin Spice
B. Caramel Apple
C. Maple
D. Toasted Marshmallow

Entries should be posted by 11:59 PM on Thursday, October 15th.

Rules for the Library giveaway:
1. Must Like/Follow BPLS on Facebook.
2. Books being given away are mostly Advance Reader Copies (ARCs), which often include errors, and the books cannot be given back to us or sold.
3. Winners should be Bedford County or a surrounding county/city resident: Lynchburg, Campbell, Botetourt, Roanoke, Amherst, Pittsylvania, Rockbridge, or Franklin.
4. Winners will be announced in a special post on Facebook and notified via Facebook Messenger on the Friday following each giveaway with a list of titles to choose from. Winners can then choose which branch they would like to pick up their prize from (Bedford, Big Island, Forest, Moneta/SML, Montvale, OR Stewartsville).
5. We will NEVER ASK YOU for any credit card information OR announce the winner(s) by commenting directly on your original entry.
6. If you are a winner and DO NOT receive a message from us within 24 hours, please email our Digital Services Associate, Cynthia Stowell - [email protected].

Congratulations to this week's ARC Giveaway Winner - Christa Peterson Fields! We will post our next giveaway opportunit...
10/09/2026

Congratulations to this week's ARC Giveaway Winner - Christa Peterson Fields! We will post our next giveaway opportunity this afternoon at 1 PM.

The Friends of the Big Island Library Fall Book, Bake & Plant Sale starts today! 📚🪴🍪We’ve got books, plants, and delicio...
10/08/2026

The Friends of the Big Island Library Fall Book, Bake & Plant Sale starts today! 📚🪴🍪

We’ve got books, plants, and delicious baked goods waiting for you—and as you can see, some of our plants are ready to find new homes! 🌿 If you’re interested in adding a little greenery to your home, be sure to stop by early. The plants tend to sell quickly!

We hope you’ll leave with some great new reads, a new plant (or two!), and maybe a tasty treat to enjoy along the way. 😊

📚 Fall Book, Bake & Plant Sale Hours

- Thursday, October 8th: 10 AM–5 PM
- Friday, October 9th: 10 AM–5 PM
- Saturday, October 10th: 10 AM–12 PM

🎉 AND TONIGHT: Help us celebrate the official opening of the new pavilion at Big Island Library!

🕞 3:30–4:00 PM: Social time & light refreshments
✂️ 4:00 PM: Official ribbon-cutting
🎤 Following the ribbon-cutting: Speeches from several of the people who helped make this new outdoor space possible.

Come shop the sale, see the new pavilion, and celebrate with us! We hope to see you today!

Are you a teen who loves to cook—or just loves to eat and try new foods? Then Teens in the Kitchen is the program for yo...
10/07/2026

Are you a teen who loves to cook—or just loves to eat and try new foods? Then Teens in the Kitchen is the program for you!

Join us at the Moneta/SML Library on Thursday, October 15th, from 4–7 PM for an evening of cooking, learning, and, of course, tasting!

At each session, participants will learn new cooking techniques, follow recipes, and create delicious dishes to taste. Participants can also take the recipes home and use the skills they’ve learned to recreate their favorite dishes for friends and family.

🍽️ What’s on the menu this month?
- Main: Sausage-Stuffed Manicotti
- Side: Sweet Glazed Carrots
- Dessert: Cream Cheese Chocolate Cupcakes

Space is limited, so registration is required! Visit our events calendar to sign up and reserve one of the remaining spots.

Come ready to cook, taste, and have fun in the kitchen! 👩‍🍳👨‍🍳

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321 N Bridge Street
Bedford, VA
24523

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