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Tuesday October 7, 2025
11:00 AM - 1:30 PM    Bedford Rotary Lunch Meeting Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM    Binge Watchers Club - Binge Watchers: Grace & Frankie Season 7
Spend your afternoon binge watching your favorite on-demand series or discover something new! Stay afterwards and discuss your theories and thoughts. It's like a book club for binge watchers! Snacks will be provided. 		Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM    Bedford Lions Club Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
Wednesday October 8, 2025
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM    Shelf Indulgence Book Club - Book Club 2025
Indulge in great conversations, dessert and coffee, and a mix of genres and styles of short stories and books. Facilitated by librarians from the Bedford Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library. Limited to 16 participants; registration preferred. Monthly titles will be announced next newsletter.Location: Ellenwood Center Room 2Dates: Second Wednesday of the monthTime: 2:00 pm – 3:30 pmFee: Free 		Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM    Exploring STEAM Workshops  - STEAM: Circuits Challenge
Step into the world of endless possibilities with our Exploring STEAM workshops! These workshops are designed to inspire curiosity, foster creativity, and ignite a passion for learning in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM). Each workshop encourages critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration on an exciting project. All sessions are hands-on and do not require previous coding or circuit experience.  Grades 3-6 Instructor: Matt Skvasik, STEAM and technology instructor Location: Ellenwood Center Room 3 Time: 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Fee per Workshop: $5 Resident/$7 Non-Resident  Circuits ChallengeLearn how to build and test circuits and while completing challenges and tasks using Snapcircuits and Makey Makeys.Code a Video GameUse SCRATCH to code your own video game 3D Design an Ornament Learn the basics of 3D Design using CAD software, and design your own unique personalized item that you can pick-up later and keep. 		Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
Thursday October 9, 2025
5:30 PM - 6:45 PM    Level-Up Legends: Video Game Club  - Video Game Club Fall Session 1
Calling all young gamers in Grades 3-6 to join our club where we will engage in friendly competitions and develop valuable gaming and social skills. Foster teamwork and camaraderie through cooperative gaming experiences! This club is designed to be a positive and inclusive space where young gamers of any level can connect and learn from each other. We will rotate play on Nintendo Switches and Roblox. No equipment is required in order to join.  Grades 3-6 Instructor: Matt Skvasik, STEAM and technology instructor Location: Ellenwood Center Room 1 Time: 5:30 pm – 6:45 pm Fee per Session: $15 Resident/$20 Non-Resident    		Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM    Video Gaming (Adaptive) - Video Gaming (Adaptive) Fall Session 1
Activities designed for individuals with physical, sensory or developmental disabilities. People of all abilities are welcome.Hang out and enjoy non-competitive weekly video game play on Nintendo Switch game system and Roblox with rotating game offerings geared for an adaptive audience.  Instructor: Matt Skvasik, STEAM and technology instructor Ages 15+ Location: Ellenwood Center Room 1 Time: 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm *Program pricing has been reduced for Bedford Residents with financial support from the Cuyahoga County Board of Developmental Disabilities. 		Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
Friday October 10, 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM    Silver Screen Seniors - Fresh Film - Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (2024)
Join us for a weekly film. Light snacks and refreshments included. Limited seating, registration required.  Free to Bedford Resident Seniors.Movie starts at 1:00pmEllenwood Center – Room 1"Throwback Theatre" a movie from our past: First Friday of the month"Fresh Films" a newly released movie: Second & Fourth Friday of the month"Infotainment" a documentary film: Third Friday of the month"Viewer's Choice" a film recommended by our regular viewers: Fifth Friday of select monthsWe may add other film dates by special request or to offer a second viewing of a popular film.  		Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
Monday October 13, 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM    Knitting & Crochet Connection - Knitting Connection 2025
Knitting Connection: Community Giving ProjectJoin Bedford Downtown Alliance’s Community Giving Project this winter season by knitting mittens, scarves and hats to help others stay warm through a “Mitten Fence.” Beginners and experienced knitters are welcome. Needles, yarn and patterns will be supplied.Location: Ellenwood Center Room 1Dates: Weekly on MondaysTime: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pmFee: Free 		Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM    Upcycle & Sew: Drop-In Sewing Workshops - Upcycle & Sew Fall Session
Join us for a fun and creative drop-in sewing class where you can mend and repair clothes, transform ordinary t-shirts into unique items like tote bags and pillows, or work on a sewing project of your choice! Whether you're upcycling old clothes or learning to measure and cut a simple pattern, this class is perfect for all skill levels. Lisa Barham from SAFY of Cleveland will guide you through basic machine sewing, mending, and repairs. Bring your own fabric, or pattern, or choose from our limited selection. Sewing machines are available to share, or feel free to bring your own.   Ages: 12+ & Adults Instructor: Lisa Barham, SAFY of Cleveland Location: Ellenwood Center Room 1/3 Time: 6:00pm-8:00pm Fee: Free, pre-registration preferred  		Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
Tuesday October 14, 2025
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Beginner American Sign Language (ASL) - ASL Part 1
This engaging 3-part course introduces students to the fundamentals of American Sign Language (ASL). Participants will learn the alphabet, numbers, essential vocabulary, and everyday phrases while practicing both expressive (signing) and receptive (understanding) skills. Through guided practice and group activities, students will build confidence in fingerspelling and conversational signing. By the end of the course, participants will be able to engage in basic communication with individuals who are nonverbal or hearing impaired. This class is geared for adults and older children.Part 1:  Alphabet, Numbers, Fingerspell, Family, Common PhrasesPart 2: Colors, Clothes, Food, Animals, Questions, Common PhasesPart 3: Questions, Time, Opposites, Expressions, ConversationsInstructor: Yvonne WilliamsLocation: Ellenwood Center Room 3Time: 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm Fee per session: $30 Bedford Resident/$40 Non-Resident *Please note that member discounts will be applied during checkout* 		Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
Wednesday October 15, 2025
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM    Exploring STEAM Jr. Workshops - JR STEAM: WeDO LEGO Robotics
Step into the world of endless possibilities with our Exploring STEAM workshops! Register for one or all three evenings! These workshops are designed to inspire curiosity, foster creativity, and ignite a passion for learning in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM). Each workshop encourages critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration on an exciting project. All sessions are hands-on and do not require previous coding or circuit experience.  Grades K-2Instructor: Matt Skvasik, STEAM and technology instructor Location: Ellenwood Center Room 3 Time: 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Fee per Workshop: $5 Resident/$7 Non-Resident  WeDO LEGO RoboticsBuild and program a LEGO Robot through a series of challenges.Basics Circuits with Makey Makeys and Snap CircuitsLearn how to build and test circuits to complete challenges and tasks.Light-Up Holiday Card Make a Light-Up Holiday greeting card and explore the basics of circuits, conductivity and electricity to interact with physical items.  . 		Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
Thursday October 16, 2025
5:30 PM - 6:45 PM    Level-Up Legends: Video Game Club  - Video Game Club Fall Session 1
Calling all young gamers in Grades 3-6 to join our club where we will engage in friendly competitions and develop valuable gaming and social skills. Foster teamwork and camaraderie through cooperative gaming experiences! This club is designed to be a positive and inclusive space where young gamers of any level can connect and learn from each other. We will rotate play on Nintendo Switches and Roblox. No equipment is required in order to join.  Grades 3-6 Instructor: Matt Skvasik, STEAM and technology instructor Location: Ellenwood Center Room 1 Time: 5:30 pm – 6:45 pm Fee per Session: $15 Resident/$20 Non-Resident    		Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM    Video Gaming (Adaptive) - Video Gaming (Adaptive) Fall Session 1
Activities designed for individuals with physical, sensory or developmental disabilities. People of all abilities are welcome.Hang out and enjoy non-competitive weekly video game play on Nintendo Switch game system and Roblox with rotating game offerings geared for an adaptive audience.  Instructor: Matt Skvasik, STEAM and technology instructor Ages 15+ Location: Ellenwood Center Room 1 Time: 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm *Program pricing has been reduced for Bedford Residents with financial support from the Cuyahoga County Board of Developmental Disabilities. 		Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
Friday October 17, 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM    Silver Screen Seniors - Infotainment: Sharksploitation (2023)
Join us for a weekly film. Light snacks and refreshments included. Limited seating, registration required.  Free to Bedford Resident Seniors.Movie starts at 1:00pmEllenwood Center – Room 1"Throwback Theatre" a movie from our past: First Friday of the month"Fresh Films" a newly released movie: Second & Fourth Friday of the month"Infotainment" a documentary film: Third Friday of the month"Viewer's Choice" a film recommended by our regular viewers: Fifth Friday of select monthsWe may add other film dates by special request or to offer a second viewing of a popular film.  		Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
Monday October 20, 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM    Knitting & Crochet Connection - Knitting Connection 2025
Knitting Connection: Community Giving ProjectJoin Bedford Downtown Alliance’s Community Giving Project this winter season by knitting mittens, scarves and hats to help others stay warm through a “Mitten Fence.” Beginners and experienced knitters are welcome. Needles, yarn and patterns will be supplied.Location: Ellenwood Center Room 1Dates: Weekly on MondaysTime: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pmFee: Free 		Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM    Upcycle & Sew: Drop-In Sewing Workshops - Upcycle & Sew Fall Session
Join us for a fun and creative drop-in sewing class where you can mend and repair clothes, transform ordinary t-shirts into unique items like tote bags and pillows, or work on a sewing project of your choice! Whether you're upcycling old clothes or learning to measure and cut a simple pattern, this class is perfect for all skill levels. Lisa Barham from SAFY of Cleveland will guide you through basic machine sewing, mending, and repairs. Bring your own fabric, or pattern, or choose from our limited selection. Sewing machines are available to share, or feel free to bring your own.   Ages: 12+ & Adults Instructor: Lisa Barham, SAFY of Cleveland Location: Ellenwood Center Room 1/3 Time: 6:00pm-8:00pm Fee: Free, pre-registration preferred  		Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
Tuesday October 21, 2025
11:00 AM - 1:30 PM    Bedford Rotary Lunch Meeting Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM    Bedford Lions Club Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
Wednesday October 22, 2025
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM    AFSCME Meeting Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
Thursday October 23, 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM    Silver Screen Seniors - Sneak Peak - Superman (2025)
Join us for a weekly film. Light snacks and refreshments included. Limited seating, registration required.  Free to Bedford Resident Seniors.Movie starts at 1:00pmEllenwood Center – Room 1"Throwback Theatre" a movie from our past: First Friday of the month"Fresh Films" a newly released movie: Second & Fourth Friday of the month"Infotainment" a documentary film: Third Friday of the month"Viewer's Choice" a film recommended by our regular viewers: Fifth Friday of select monthsWe may add other film dates by special request or to offer a second viewing of a popular film.  		Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
5:30 PM - 6:45 PM    Level-Up Legends: Video Game Club  - Video Game Club Fall Session 1
Calling all young gamers in Grades 3-6 to join our club where we will engage in friendly competitions and develop valuable gaming and social skills. Foster teamwork and camaraderie through cooperative gaming experiences! This club is designed to be a positive and inclusive space where young gamers of any level can connect and learn from each other. We will rotate play on Nintendo Switches and Roblox. No equipment is required in order to join.  Grades 3-6 Instructor: Matt Skvasik, STEAM and technology instructor Location: Ellenwood Center Room 1 Time: 5:30 pm – 6:45 pm Fee per Session: $15 Resident/$20 Non-Resident    		Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM    Video Gaming (Adaptive) - Video Gaming (Adaptive) Fall Session 1
Activities designed for individuals with physical, sensory or developmental disabilities. People of all abilities are welcome.Hang out and enjoy non-competitive weekly video game play on Nintendo Switch game system and Roblox with rotating game offerings geared for an adaptive audience.  Instructor: Matt Skvasik, STEAM and technology instructor Ages 15+ Location: Ellenwood Center Room 1 Time: 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm *Program pricing has been reduced for Bedford Residents with financial support from the Cuyahoga County Board of Developmental Disabilities. 		Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
Friday October 24, 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM    Silver Screen Seniors - Fresh Film - Superman (2025)
Join us for a weekly film. Light snacks and refreshments included. Limited seating, registration required.  Free to Bedford Resident Seniors.Movie starts at 1:00pmEllenwood Center – Room 1"Throwback Theatre" a movie from our past: First Friday of the month"Fresh Films" a newly released movie: Second & Fourth Friday of the month"Infotainment" a documentary film: Third Friday of the month"Viewer's Choice" a film recommended by our regular viewers: Fifth Friday of select monthsWe may add other film dates by special request or to offer a second viewing of a popular film.  		Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
Saturday October 25, 2025
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM    Senior Volunteer Program - Senior Volunteers -Trick or Treat Street
Join our Volunteer Crew! Use the skills and talents you’ve learned over the years, or develop new ones while serving in a variety of volunteer capacities! We are looking for Senior Volunteers to help us with our existing community programming and possibly even develop new and exciting offerings! Add another healthy habit to your routine; volunteer!We are currently looking for volunteers for: Knitting/Crochet/Embroidery/Quilting, Special Event Helpers for various senior programs and community events, card-cutting for our Greeting Card Collection Drive, Gym Monitors for Preschool Play... etc. You tell us! Share your talent and hobbies with others!Contact Sarah at 440-735-6570 to learn more! Volunteers must fill out a volunteer application and may be subject to a background check when working with youth participants. 		Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
Monday October 27, 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM    Knitting & Crochet Connection - Knitting Connection 2025
Knitting Connection: Community Giving ProjectJoin Bedford Downtown Alliance’s Community Giving Project this winter season by knitting mittens, scarves and hats to help others stay warm through a “Mitten Fence.” Beginners and experienced knitters are welcome. Needles, yarn and patterns will be supplied.Location: Ellenwood Center Room 1Dates: Weekly on MondaysTime: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pmFee: Free 		Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
Tuesday October 28, 2025
11:00 AM - 1:30 PM    Bedford Rotary Lunch Meeting Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM    Bedford/Walton Hills Democratic Club Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
Thursday October 30, 2025
5:30 PM - 6:45 PM    Level-Up Legends: Video Game Club  - Video Game Club Fall Session 1
Calling all young gamers in Grades 3-6 to join our club where we will engage in friendly competitions and develop valuable gaming and social skills. Foster teamwork and camaraderie through cooperative gaming experiences! This club is designed to be a positive and inclusive space where young gamers of any level can connect and learn from each other. We will rotate play on Nintendo Switches and Roblox. No equipment is required in order to join.  Grades 3-6 Instructor: Matt Skvasik, STEAM and technology instructor Location: Ellenwood Center Room 1 Time: 5:30 pm – 6:45 pm Fee per Session: $15 Resident/$20 Non-Resident    		Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM    Video Gaming (Adaptive) - Video Gaming (Adaptive) Fall Session 1
Activities designed for individuals with physical, sensory or developmental disabilities. People of all abilities are welcome.Hang out and enjoy non-competitive weekly video game play on Nintendo Switch game system and Roblox with rotating game offerings geared for an adaptive audience.  Instructor: Matt Skvasik, STEAM and technology instructor Ages 15+ Location: Ellenwood Center Room 1 Time: 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm *Program pricing has been reduced for Bedford Residents with financial support from the Cuyahoga County Board of Developmental Disabilities. 		Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
Monday November 3, 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM    Knitting & Crochet Connection - Knitting Connection 2025
Knitting Connection: Community Giving ProjectJoin Bedford Downtown Alliance’s Community Giving Project this winter season by knitting mittens, scarves and hats to help others stay warm through a “Mitten Fence.” Beginners and experienced knitters are welcome. Needles, yarn and patterns will be supplied.Location: Ellenwood Center Room 1Dates: Weekly on MondaysTime: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pmFee: Free 		Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM    Upcycle & Sew: Drop-In Sewing Workshops - Upcycle & Sew Fall Session
Join us for a fun and creative drop-in sewing class where you can mend and repair clothes, transform ordinary t-shirts into unique items like tote bags and pillows, or work on a sewing project of your choice! Whether you're upcycling old clothes or learning to measure and cut a simple pattern, this class is perfect for all skill levels. Lisa Barham from SAFY of Cleveland will guide you through basic machine sewing, mending, and repairs. Bring your own fabric, or pattern, or choose from our limited selection. Sewing machines are available to share, or feel free to bring your own.   Ages: 12+ & Adults Instructor: Lisa Barham, SAFY of Cleveland Location: Ellenwood Center Room 1/3 Time: 6:00pm-8:00pm Fee: Free, pre-registration preferred  		Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
Tuesday November 4, 2025
11:00 AM - 1:30 PM    Bedford Rotary Lunch Meeting Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM    Bedford Lions Club Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
Thursday November 6, 2025
5:30 PM - 6:45 PM    Level-Up Legends: Video Game Club  - Video Game Club Fall Session 2
Calling all young gamers in Grades 3-6 to join our club where we will engage in friendly competitions and develop valuable gaming and social skills. Foster teamwork and camaraderie through cooperative gaming experiences! This club is designed to be a positive and inclusive space where young gamers of any level can connect and learn from each other. We will rotate play on Nintendo Switches and Roblox. No equipment is required in order to join.  Grades 3-6 Instructor: Matt Skvasik, STEAM and technology instructor Location: Ellenwood Center Room 1 Time: 5:30 pm – 6:45 pm Fee per Session: $15 Resident/$20 Non-Resident    		Ellenwood Center - Room 1