Summer Discovery

Summer is here, so you know what that means...

The Bedford Public Library invites you to Unearth a Story with us! Get ready for a summer packed with excitement as we launch our interactive reading challenges for all ages on Beanstack and provide exciting programs about archaeology, paleontology, and dinosaurs that are sure to spark curiosity.

The library isn’t just a place for books; it’s your destination for adventure, learning, and connection for all ages. Whether you visit us in person or join us from home, we invite you to be part of the story and discover all that your Library has to offer this summer!

Your summer story starts here. Welcome to Summer Discovery 2026!

Check our our Summer Reading Challenges for all ages!

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Kick off summer with our Summer Discovery Festival!

Unearth a Story with Bedford Public Library Presents Summer Discovery Festival 2026. May 28 from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM. Food, music, games, family fun. Join us this summer as we dig deep to uncover the hidden histories of our past through exciting programs, activities, and challenges!

Don't miss these special events!

Touch a Truck with the Bedford Public Library. June 10 at Murray Park on 420 W Street from 2 to 4 pm. In partnership with Bedford Parks Department and the City of Bedford.

Bedford Public Library presents Camp INfluence. Your Voice. Your Impact. Grades 7 through 12, June 16 to 18, 1 to 4 pm.

Bedford Public Library presents Camp INfluence 1776. June 29 through July 2, 1 to 4 pm, 7th to 12th grade. Part of America 250.

WonderFest in collaboration with WonderLab at StoneGate Arts & Education Center

And there's so much more!

Check our Calendar of Events for the times, dates, and locations of all the fun things we have going on this summer!
(Registration required for some events)

Calendar of Events

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Grab one of our Summer Discovery brochures at the Summer Discovery Festival or inside the Library--it's your takeaway guide to all we have planned for summer!

Sign up for our monthly email newsletter to stay informed of upcoming Library events and news. Click the image to sign up or send your name and email address to bpl@bedlib.com to be added to the list.

Thank you to our sponsors: T-Rex Level sponsors are Hoosier Hills Credit Union, City of Bedford, Bedford Federal Savings Bank. Velociraptor Level sponsors are Glassy Studios, Copy Trolley, Bedford Masonic Lodge #14, WQRK 105.5, Scott Calahan Injury Lawyer. Stegosaurus Level sponsors are Magic Morning, Wendy’s, Jiffy Treat, Sweet Cakes, JA Benefits.

And thank YOU for Unearthing a Story with Bedford Public Library during Summer Discovery 2026!