OCTOBER 2022

HOLIDAYS, CLOSURES and NOTICES

CLOSED Monday, Oct. 10 - Indigenous Peoples' Day

Curbside is still available for those patrons who wish to continue pickup outside. Go to 'Curbside' under Services on our website or contact the Circulation Desk for details.

Introducing Assabet’s Module:LIBRARY OF THINGS [LoT] to Bedford Patrons

A new way to reserve objects from our Library of Things (LoT) collection via our website or the catalog is coming soon!

Library users will be able to select items in our collection by searching online images organized by categories which can also be filtered.

Click on an image and a pop-up box provides the details about the object and the loan period. Users can choose the dates they wish to borrow a “thing” and the length of the loan period from 1 to 14 days that works best for them.

Staff is always ready to help you make a request.

Patrons may want or need specific help with social media accounts or a newly acquired tech device such as a laptop, tablet, or phone. Just be sure to bring all necessary passwords.

Patrons can book a half-hour appointment with our Head of Reference Services by contacting the Reference Desk at 781-275-9440 ext 3.

Slots are available at:
7-7:30 pm / 7:30-8 pm / 8-8:30 pm

Monday, October 3 at 7:00 pm

Chat with other crafters and bring your current craft project or use our supplies to make something fun.

Open to all ages and craft skill levels.

We'll meet up in the Reference Meeting Room opposite the Reference Desk.

BOOST YOUR PERSONAL FINANCE KNOW-HOW
A series of workshops that will help position you for financial success!
Via Zoom  from 7-8:30 pm

OCT. 11: Tips & Tricks for Managing Credit
Credit cards can offer many benefits but can be a source of fees and stress. This workshop will help you learn to manage your credit cards and avoid traps. You will also learn about credit reports and credit scores and what steps you can take to improve your financial standing.
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84147902599?pwd=RVg5RTB6N2ZONmZ5RndCWWNMdmdGUT09

OCT. 18:  Getting Started with Investing
Do you want to begin investing but don't know where to start? This fun and interactive workshop will help you learn about stocks, bonds, mutual funds, and ETFs, and how to choose investments that make sense for you.
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85983062818?pwd=dURQMlIyNDIxWGF6QWpxRDJ0Tk1lZz09

OCT. 25:  Saving &  Retirement
Saving can help you reach your life goals. Saving even a small amount of money each week can dramatically improve your financial future! Join us to learn how to save for emergencies, short-term goals such as vacations, and long-term goals such as retirement.
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89688046681?pwd=WFRtRFROMndrSWdPUVFUWG92WldMZz09

NOV. 1: Preparing for the Unexpected
Life as an independent adult requires some careful planning. How can you be ready for the challenges ahead? This workshop will help you organize your financial and legal matters and safeguard your financial accounts and possessions.
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81507488602?pwd=ZzVaNGtUQVk2Wk9xSHpTZ3ZncFNLUT09

Made possible through the Babson Financial Literacy Project
with funding from the Friends of the BFPL

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