🌱 Where To Pick Strawberries + Panera Bread Theft + Dog Study Break

Hello, everyone I'm here with the Thursday edition of the Bedford Patch newsletter, full of everything you need to know that's happening in Bedford today, including these stories and more...

• June is strawberry season in New Hampshire.
• Help police identify the woman involved in Panera Bread customer theft.
• Study for exams at the Bedford Public Library and take breaks with therapy dog, Willow.

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But first, today's weather: Partly sunny. High: 91 Low: 61.

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Here are the top stories today in Bedford:

1. June is strawberry season in New Hampshire! You will find native strawberries from mid-June through mid-July at local farms. Amazingly, strawberry season only lasts a few weeks. You can pick fresh strawberries nearby at Devreindt Farms in Goffstown and J & F Farms in Derry. See the full list of local strawberry patches here: (New Hampshire Magazine)
2. Have you seen this woman? Bedford police are asking for help to identify a woman allegedly involved in the theft of a customer's wallet at Panera Bread in Bedford on May 12. A person behind the woman in line reached into her purse to steal her wallet, then used the credit cards to fraudulently purchase thousands of dollars of items at the Apple Store at the Mall of New Hampshire, police said. See the surveillance pictures here: (Bedford NH Police Department via Facebook)
3. Study for exams at the Bedford Public Library on Tuesday, June 6 and take a break to relax and play with Willow, a therapy dog. Willow will be visiting the library from 3:15 - 4:30 p.m. to give students ages 12 and up a chance to study and take a break from their work. No registration is required. (Bedford (NH) Public Library via Facebook)

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Today in Bedford:

• Senior Celebration Days — Bedford High School (All Day)
• Businesses Unleashed — June 1-30 (8:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• Mom found me: "Merrimack Residents: This mischievous young boy caught himself a ride to the shelter. He was found in the area of Kingston Court in Merrimack." (Mom came and got me!) (Animal Rescue League of NH via Facebook)
• Summer reading: "Our Kids Summer Reading Trailer is here! Watch the video and get all the info on our summer reading webpage. Only 20 days until summer reading starts!" (Bedford (NH) Public Library via Facebook)
• Educating children about fire safety: "This week Bedford Fire Inspector Jason Smedick worked with the NH State Fire Marshals Office to educate children on fire safety and accelerant K9's. Public Education is one of the many services that our Risk Management Division provides." (Bedford Fire Department, NH via Facebook)
• Joined Businesses Unleashed in June: "The following do and have joined our Businesses Unleashed competition for the month of June 😊Rise Private Wealth Management, Granite State Cabinetry, Alapage Boutique, Pizza Mia." (Animal Rescue League of NH via Facebook)
• Sea Glass Class: "Are you joining us at The Hill Bar & Grille for our Sea Glass Class? 🤔 With the long holiday weekend we know you might have missed the deadline for this fun Ladies night event." (The Canvas Road Show via Facebook)
• Three free events: "Miss Jane hopes you'll check out these 3 Free Events to Celebrate National Trials Day! See all the details below." (Town of Bedford Recreation Department via Facebook)

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You're officially in the loop for today. I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow!

— Paula Constance

About me: Paula is a contributing writer, author, and media producer. When she's not writing, you can find her hiking or watching fireflies in the sultry moments before sunset. You can also find her on Facebook and Instagram.

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