🌱 Container Gardening + Avoid Identity Fraud, New Scams + Girl Scouts

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First, today's weather:

Sun through high clouds. High: 74 Low: 52.

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Here are the top stories today in Bedford:

1. Spring is the time for flowers and gardening. If you are looking to decorate a large patio with flowers and plants, have limited gardening space, or are looking for "a fun way to plant prized veggies," stop by the Bedford Public Library on Thursday, May 26 at 1 p.m. to find out more about "Container Gardening" with ethnobotanist and historical herbalist, Betsey Golon-Flatten. Registration is required for this event. To sign up, please call 603-472-2300 or you can sign up online: (Facebook)
2. If you want to find out how to avoid identify fraud, “spoofing” phone numbers, local scams, social media scams, and financial exploitation of elders, Officer Shannon Gardner, community policing and training coordinator for the Bedford Police Department, will share tips about identifying and avoiding the most popular deceptions. The event is on Wednesday, May 25, at 1:30 p.m. at the Bedford Public Library, and is open to all ages. Advanced registration is strongly encouraged. Please visit bedfordnhlibrary.org/library-calendar or call 603-472-2300 to register here: (Bedford Public Library)
3. Did you now that the headquarters for the Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains is in Bedford, New Hampshire? It's time to renew another year of "friendships, adventures, and making a big difference," the Scouts recently posted on Facebook. Sign up by May 31 for "$10 off a girl membership renewal." Girl Scouts provides girls with an opportunity "to stand up, speak up, and take the lead" where a girl can be "herself and her confidence can soar." You can find out more here: (Facebook)

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Today in Bedford:

• Corn Hole, Yardzee and more. (6:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Bedford New Hampshire Police Department: "NH state law requires those under 18 to wear a safety belt when driving or riding in a vehicle, but it’s wise to always wear it regardless of your age. Seat belts save lives. #BuckleUp #NHTSA #BedfordNH." (Facebook)
• Bedford N.H. Public Library: "Can you believe summer is almost here? Registration for the Bedford Public Library's Adult and Children's Summer Reading Programs opens today!" (Facebook)
• Bedford Athletic Club: "Bedford Athletic Club, in conjunction with Elite UK Soccer Training LLC, is pleased to offer two training camp options for this summer." (Facebook)

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— Paula Constance

About me: Paula is a freelance writer, author, and award-winning media producer. She is committed to media projects that empower, engage, and help make the world a better place.

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