🌱 Yoga, Zumba, Dancing, Archery And More + Library: Free Munchkins

Good morning, Bedford! It's me, Paula Constance, your host of the Bedford Daily. Follow along to find out the most important things happening around town today.

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Here are the top stories today in Bedford:

1. New programs for all ages in Bedford are waiting for participants! The Town of Bedford Recreation Department announced many popular programs starting in September, including chair yoga, senior fitness, gentle yoga, ballroom dancing, archery, Zumba, line dancing, preschool programs, and more. Stop by the Bedford Town Offices to find out more, or check out the website here: (Town of Bedford Recreation Department via Facebook)
2. This week in Bedford: Brookside Congregational Church announced it will hold a "Blessing of the Animals" service in the back garden of the church on Labor Day Weekend, Sunday, Sept. 4 at 9:30 a.m., Then on Wednesday, Sept. 7, the Bedford Women's Club is hosting a New Member Coffee at 6:30 p.m. in the McAllaster Room at the Bedford Library. Also on Wednesday, Sept. 7, just in time for fall, The Canvas Road Show will have pumpkin painting for everyone —all levels are welcome! Find out more here: (Bedford Patch)
3. What's happening at the Bedford Public Library on Sept. 17? "All moms, aunts, grandmothers, or any other family members and caregivers" and invited to join in The Bedford Public Library for Moms and Munchkins. Start your morning with "story time, music, and movement" — and munchkins and faux-mosas. It's all happening for kids ages 0-12 (and their adults) on Saturday, Sept. 17 at the BPL, and is generously sponsored by... guess who? Dunkin' Donuts! Register here: (Bedford (NH) Public Library via Facebook)

From my notebook:

• Bedford Fire Department, NH: "Good afternoon, Bedford community, today is Building & Code Staff Appreciation Day. Many of you might not be aware that in Bedford, the Building Department is part of the Fire Department." (Bedford Fire Department, NH via Facebook)
• Bedford N.H. Community Television: "Live Football Action on BCTV channels 23 & HD1072. Watch live online here: https://tinyurl.com/BCTV-Chnl1... Go Bulldogs!" (Bedford (NH) Community Television via Facebook)
• Bedford N.H. Public Library: "The Bedford Public Library building will be closed Saturday, Sept. 3 - Monday, Sept. 5 in observance of Labor Day. Remember that even when the building is closed, you can still visit the eLibrary 24/7 to find eBooks." (Bedford (NH) Public Library via Facebook)
• Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains: "It's Thinking Thursday! How do you celebrate Labor Day? Let us know in the comments!" (Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Saturday. I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow with another update!

— Paula Constance

About me: Paula is a contributing writer, author, and award-winning media producer. She is committed to media projects that empower, engage, and help make the world a better place. When she's not writing, you can find her hiking or watching the fireflies in the sultry moments before sunset. You can follow her on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

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