Harry Potter Event - this Saturday Evening

Make plans now to attend our Harry Potter event with Steve Vander Ark, author of the Harry Potter Lexicon website and the companion book, The Lexicon.

When: October 24, 2009

Time: 6:00-8:00 pm
Location: Old Bedford School

See you there!

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Explore the World of Harry Potter

An evening to delight Harry Potter fans of all ages! Celebrate the wonder and enchantment of Harry Potter with Steve Vander Ark, author of the Harry Potter Lexicon website and the companion book, The Lexicon . Discover the rich background of the world created by J. K. Rowling. Explore Harry Potter's Britain, from the Victorian architecture of King's Cross Station and Diagon Alley to Hogwarts castle, lost in the Highlands of Scotland. Dig into the history, mythology, and magic of the creatures, spells, and names in the Harry Potter books. Whether new to the books of a seasoned Potter aficionado, everyone who loves the stories of the boy wizard and his friends will discover something new in this fascinating evening with one of the world's premier Harry Potter experts. No registration is required for this free event. Wear a Harry Potter inspired costume to be eligible to win a door prize. Copies of Mr. Vander Ark's book will be available for purchase.

When: October 24, 2009
Time: 6:00-8:00 pm
Location: Old Bedford School

Contact: Jeanne Green 817.952.2372 jean.green@ci.bedford.tx.us

BOO! Flutissimo Flute Choir

Come hear the wonderful halloween-inspired music of Flutissimo.

Ghosts of the Pecatonica by Rex Elton

FairHarlequin Suite by Ira-Paul Schwartz
Clusters and Flusters by Ricky Lomardo
Masques by Anne McGinty
Casper, the Friendly Ghost by Jerry Livingston arr. Anne McGuinty

Danse Macabre by Camille St. Saens

Hall of the Mountain King from Peer Gynt Suite by Shaul Ben-Meir

When: Thursday, October 29

Time: 6:30-8:30 pm

Computer Security Risks - Keep Your Information Private!

The Bedford Public Library and Jim Richardson, computer security specialist, will present an overview about personal computer safety. This free program will be beneficial for your home and small business computers. No registration is required!

Where: Board Room
When: Thursday, October 1st
Time: 6:30 -8:00 pm

Bedford Library Goes to the Dogs!

READ2Rover is a program that encourages children to read by providing a nonjudgemental listener and furry friend to read to. Dogs won't laugh at them if they make a mistake or stumble over a word, but rather sit next to them and enjoy being read to. This relationship between child and dog enables the child to gain a positive attitude about reading, improves reading skills, builds confidence, and the enjoyment of reading. Registration is requried for this free program. Call 817-952-2372 to register.

Dates:

Sunday, September 27
Sunday, October 25
Sunday, November 22
Time: 1:30-3:00pm

Dogs will be provided by Heart of Texas Therapy Dogs. Bedford's visiting dogs will be Jake, Mocha and Paisley who is pictured above.