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Thursday April 3, 2025
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
 
Saturday April 5, 2025
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM    Babysitting Class with UH - Babysitting Class with UH
This course is designed to equip students with the skills they need to stay safe when home alone, caring for younger siblings, or babysitting. The class is packed with engaging games, demonstrations, and role-playing activities. Participants will learn essential skills like changing a diaper, following BEST routines for babysitters, and knowing when to call a backup adult or dial 911.Ages: 11+Instructor: Briana Price, Childhood Injury Prevention Coordinator at UH RainbowLocation: Ellenwood Center Room 1Date: Saturday, April 5Time: 10:00am-12:00pmFee: Free, pre-registration required 		Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
Monday April 7, 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
 
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM    Senior Volunteer Program - Senior Volunteers - Card Cutting
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
 
Tuesday April 8, 2025
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM    Bedford Rotary 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
 
Wednesday April 9, 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
 
Thursday April 10, 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM    Silver Screen Seniors - Sneak Peak - A Complete Unknown (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
 
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 11, 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM    Silver Screen Seniors - Fresh Film - The Complete Unknown (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 April 14, 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 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 15, 2025
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM    Bedford Rotary Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM    Binge Watchers Club - Binge Watchers: Only Murders in the Building Season 1
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 April 16, 2025
9:30 AM - 12:00 PM    Wii Bowling League - Wii Bowling League 2024
We are looking for new and veteran Wii bowlers to play in our winter/spring league starting in February. Match-ups will be played mornings on the first and third Wednesday of the month at Ellenwood Center. We are accepting 2-person teams or individuals looking for a partner. No prior bowling experience is needed.   Location: Ellenwood Center Room 1Dates: First & Third & Fifth Wednesdays of each month Time: 9:30 am - 11:30 am Beginning: September 18 (no bowling on 10/2, 1/1, 2/5)Fee: Free to Bedford Senior Club members 		Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
Thursday April 17, 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM    Silver Screen Seniors - Infotainment - Apollo 13 Survival (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 April 21, 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 April 22, 2025
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM    Bedford Rotary Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM    Binge Watchers Club - Binge Watchers: Only Murders in the Building Season 1
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 - 7:00 PM    Bedford/Walton Hills Democratic Club Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
Thursday April 24, 2025
5:30 PM - 6:45 PM    Level-Up Legends: Video Game Club  - Video Game Club Spring 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
 
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM    Video Gaming (Adaptive) - Video Gaming (Adaptive) Spring Session 2
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 28, 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 April 29, 2025
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM    Binge Watchers Club - Binge Watchers: Only Murders in the Building Season 1
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
 
Wednesday April 30, 2025
9:30 AM - 12:00 PM    Wii Bowling League - Wii Bowling League 2024
We are looking for new and veteran Wii bowlers to play in our winter/spring league starting in February. Match-ups will be played mornings on the first and third Wednesday of the month at Ellenwood Center. We are accepting 2-person teams or individuals looking for a partner. No prior bowling experience is needed.   Location: Ellenwood Center Room 1Dates: First & Third & Fifth Wednesdays of each month Time: 9:30 am - 11:30 am Beginning: September 18 (no bowling on 10/2, 1/1, 2/5)Fee: Free to Bedford Senior Club members 		Ellenwood Center - Room 1
 
Thursday May 1, 2025
5:30 PM - 6:45 PM    Level-Up Legends: Video Game Club  - Video Game Club Spring 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
 
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM    Video Gaming (Adaptive) - Video Gaming (Adaptive) Spring Session 2
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