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Monday March 16, 2026
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM    Chronic Disease Self-Management - Chronic Disease Self-Management
Join a No-Charge Chronic Disease Self-Management (CDSM) workshop. You’ll learn how to do more of what YOU want to do, find practical ways to deal with symptoms and challenges, set your own weekly goals, make a step-by-step plan to improve your health, make better eating and exercise choices, understand new treatment options, and discover better ways to talk to your doctor and family about your health.
Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM    Knitting & Crochet Connection - Knitting Connection 2026
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 - 6:00 PM    Upcycle & Sew: Drop-In Sewing Workshops - Upcycle & Sew Winter/Spring 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 March 17, 2026
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM    Lions Club Meetings Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
Thursday March 19, 2026
5:30 PM - 6:45 PM    Level-Up Legends: Video Game Club  - Video Game Club Spring 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) Spring 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 March 20, 2026
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM    Silver Screen Seniors - Infotainment - Roofman (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
 
Monday March 23, 2026
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM    Chronic Disease Self-Management - Chronic Disease Self-Management
Join a No-Charge Chronic Disease Self-Management (CDSM) workshop. You’ll learn how to do more of what YOU want to do, find practical ways to deal with symptoms and challenges, set your own weekly goals, make a step-by-step plan to improve your health, make better eating and exercise choices, understand new treatment options, and discover better ways to talk to your doctor and family about your health.
Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM    Knitting & Crochet Connection - Knitting Connection 2026
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 March 24, 2026
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM    Rotary Club Lunch Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM    Binge Watchers Club - Binge Watchers: Only Murders in the Building Season 2
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
 
6:00 PM - 8:15 PM    Bedford/Walton Hills Democratic Club Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
Thursday March 26, 2026
5:30 PM - 6:45 PM    Level-Up Legends: Video Game Club  - Video Game Club Spring 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) Spring 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 March 27, 2026
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM    Silver Screen Seniors - Fresh Film - Regretting You (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
 
Monday March 30, 2026
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM    Chronic Disease Self-Management - Chronic Disease Self-Management
Join a No-Charge Chronic Disease Self-Management (CDSM) workshop. You’ll learn how to do more of what YOU want to do, find practical ways to deal with symptoms and challenges, set your own weekly goals, make a step-by-step plan to improve your health, make better eating and exercise choices, understand new treatment options, and discover better ways to talk to your doctor and family about your health.
Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM    Knitting & Crochet Connection - Knitting Connection 2026
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 Winter/Spring 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 March 31, 2026
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM    Rotary Club Lunch Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM    Binge Watchers Club - Binge Watchers: Only Murders in the Building Season 2
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
 
Thursday April 2, 2026
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM    Bedford Police Department Training Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM    Silver Screen Seniors - Throwback Theatre - Bridget Jones's Baby (2016)
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 Spring 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) Spring 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 April 6, 2026
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM    Chronic Disease Self-Management - Chronic Disease Self-Management
Join a No-Charge Chronic Disease Self-Management (CDSM) workshop. You’ll learn how to do more of what YOU want to do, find practical ways to deal with symptoms and challenges, set your own weekly goals, make a step-by-step plan to improve your health, make better eating and exercise choices, understand new treatment options, and discover better ways to talk to your doctor and family about your health.
Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM    Knitting & Crochet Connection - Knitting Connection 2026
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 - 7:15 PM    Inspired by Josie: Monthly Art Fun - April Art - Paper Bouquet
Participants will explore an art medium that is inspired by the season/holiday. Students will be guided through creating a piece of art and expand their creativity Grades K-5  Location: Ellenwood Center Room 3 Time: 6:00 pm – 7:15 pm Fee per class: $5 Resident/$7 Non-Resident   
Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
Tuesday April 7, 2026
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM    Binge Watchers Club - Binge Watchers: Only Murders in the Building Season 2
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
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Job Applications & Interview Techniques - Resume Writing and Interview Techniques Workshop
Will you be looking for a summer job? Practice how to properly fill out a job or volunteer application. Gain strategies on how to answer typical interview questions and learn how to make a dynamic first impression. Grades: 7-12 Instructor: Sarah Gnoddie, Recreation CoordinatorFree; pre-registration required
Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM    Lions Club Meetings Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
Wednesday April 8, 2026
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM    Shelf Indulgence Book Club - Book Club 2026
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
 
Thursday April 9, 2026
5:30 PM - 6:45 PM    Level-Up Legends: Video Game Club  - Video Game Club Spring 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) Spring 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 April 10, 2026
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM    Silver Screen Seniors - Fresh Film - Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy (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
 
Monday April 13, 2026
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM    Chronic Disease Self-Management - Chronic Disease Self-Management
Join a No-Charge Chronic Disease Self-Management (CDSM) workshop. You’ll learn how to do more of what YOU want to do, find practical ways to deal with symptoms and challenges, set your own weekly goals, make a step-by-step plan to improve your health, make better eating and exercise choices, understand new treatment options, and discover better ways to talk to your doctor and family about your health.
Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM    Knitting & Crochet Connection - Knitting Connection 2026
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 Winter/Spring 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 April 14, 2026
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM    Rotary Club Lunch Ellenwood Center - Room 1