Past Events
Apr 20 @ 1:00pm
Put Pen to Paper: A Letter Writing Social | Kevin King
Apr 18 @ 12:00pm
Meet & Greet | Lindsay Linton Buk
Apr 16 @ 6:30pm
Books & Bourbon
This ad hoc book club is hosted by Bedford local Alec Guettel. Just email Alec to let him know you’re in.
Apr 15 @ 6:30pm
Author Talk | Mark Oppenheimer
Apr 13 @ 11:00am
From Idea to Book: What Publishers Look For | Fran Hauser
Apr 9 @ 6:30pm
Author Talk: Grant Ginder
April 6, 2026 | 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Conversation & Cocktails: Christina & Willie Geist
Grab the perfect Middle School, High School, or College graduation gift—and your tissues—as we welcome Christina Geist back to Bedford Books for a special conversation with her husband, Willie Geist, about her book Before You Fly Away: Life Lessons From Home.
Christina and Willie will talk about the inspiration behind the book, the emotions that come with watching your kids grow up, and the messages they hope readers take with them as they begin their next chapter.
The book is being re-released by Andrews McMeel on April 7, so we’re celebrating with a little “Pub Day Eve” gathering at the store.
We’ll have books available for purchase and signing, along with light refreshments. Ticket price includes a $20 shopping credit to use at the event. Join us!
March 31, 2026 | 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Author Talk: Lilian Ajayi Ore
We're thrilled to welcome Lilian Ajayi Ore to Bedford Books! She’ll discuss her USA Today bestseller, The Power of the Learning Mindset, with career expert, executive coach, and bestselling author Mary Olson-Menzel.
Whether you’re early in your career or leading teams, you’ll leave with ideas and tools to help you approach learning—and your career—with greater intention and momentum.
Books will be available for purchase and signing. Ticket price includes a $20 shopping credit to use at the event.
March 25, 2026 | 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Author Talk: David Pogue @ Bedford Playhouse
We’re thrilled to be partnering with the Bedford Playhouse to bring you David Pogue, award-winning journalist, bestselling author, and Apple expert to discuss his new book Apple: The First 50 Years.
At this very special Playhouse event, Pogue will reveal what he learned from interviewing 150 current and former Apple executives, designers, and engineers, including some amazing never-before-heard origin stories (Apple II, iMac, iPod, iPhone). He’ll draw some counterintuitive but powerful lessons from Apple’s unlikely rise, fall, and rise. And he’ll punctuate the evening with Apple song parodies at the piano (yes, really).
March 25, 2026 | 6:30pm - 8:00pm
BB Book Club
Our March book club pick is So Old, So Young by Grant Ginder.
This novel follows six friends over two decades (think Heart the Lover meets The Big Chill). Fran LOVED this one, and it's getting a ton of buzz from booksellers across the country.
Come ready for a rich conversation and the chance to connect with fellow readers. Light refreshments will be served, and we can’t wait to see you there!
👉 We have plenty of copies waiting for you in the shop!
March 22, 2026 | 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Author Talk: Ariel Sullivan & Jenna Bush Hager @ Bedford Playhouse
We’re thrilled to be partnering with the Bedford Playhouse to bring you Ariel Sullivan and Jenna Bush Hager. They will be discussing Ariel’s new book, Beneath, the prequel to the best-selling Conform.
A copy of the book is included with each ticket.
March 18, 2026 | 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Women’s History Month Celebration with LiveGirl
Join LiveGirl and Bedford Books for a Women’s History Month conversation with Shaz Kahng and Jennifer Brown.
Shaz Kahng is a serial board director, CEO, and acclaimed author. She’s the former CEO of Gymboree, former Global Business Development Director at Nike, and currently serves on the board of GoPro. She is the author of the popular Ceiling Smashers series, including The Closer and Smashers Synched.
Jennifer Brown is a globally recognized DEI thought leader, best-selling author, award-winning entrepreneur, and sought-after speaker. She is the author of four DEI books, including her latest, The Shape of Change.
Books will be available for purchase and signing, with light refreshments served. Ticket includes a $10 shopping credit to use at the event, and $10 will be donated to LiveGirl.
March 17, 2026 | 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Yellow Studio Book Club
Bedford Books is thrilled to host the Yellow Studio Book Club to discuss The Correspondent by Virgina Evans.
Light refreshments and snacks will be served.
Note: this event is for Yellow Studio members (learn more about becoming a member here.)
March 16, 2026 | 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Kids Acting Workshop with a Casting Director
Join Casting Director Lisa Rubenstein for a fun and engaging Kids Acting Workshop designed for ages 9–12. Through theater games, audition practice, and scene work, young performers will build confidence and learn real acting and audition techniques. This class is perfect for both serious young actors and kids who just want to have a great time exploring the world of performance!
Limited to 8 participants.
March 16, 2026 | 11:00am - 1:00pm
Workshop: Build Your Author Platform
Convincing readers to buy your book is easier when they know who you are. In this two-hour workshop, author brand advisor Jessica Sorentino will guide you through the essentials of building an authentic author platform that connects with readers, agents, and publishers.
All attendees will receive The Notebook, Jessica's content planner designed specifically for writers, featuring brand activation prompts, marketing organization spreads, and space to bring your book (and dreams) to life.
Limited to 14 participants.
March 14, 2026 | 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meet & Greet: Colette Jane Fehr
Colette Jane Fehr is a licensed psychotherapist, nationally recognized relationship expert, and author of The Cost of Quiet: How to Have the Hard Conversations That Create Secure, Lasting Love. She also co-hosts the hit podcasts Insights from the Couch: Real Talk for Women at Midlife and Love Thy Neighbor: The Relationship Show. Her 2025 TEDx talk Secrets of a Couples Therapist was selected as a TED Editors’ Pick.
Join us for afternoon sips, mingling, and a book signing.
NO RSVP NECESSARY!
March 9, 2026 | 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Workshop: Kids Creative Writing
Join Christy Smith, Bedford Books staff member and former middle and high school English teacher, for a fun and engaging Creative Writing Workshop for ages 9–12. Through writing prompts, brainstorming, and story outlines, we’ll explore what makes a story great, with a focus on descriptive writing and dialogue. Be ready to get creative, write, share, and have fun—by the end, everyone should leave with the seed of a story to continue at home.
Limited to 8 participants.
March 9, 2026 | 10:00am - 1:00pm
Workshop: Publishing Made Easy
This intimate in-person workshop with Fran Hauser, limited to just five participants, will guide you through the nonfiction publishing landscape, helping you understand what makes a book sellable and how to craft a winning pitch. With practical strategies, templates, and hands-on activities, you'll leave with a clear action plan and the confidence to move forward on your publishing journey.
March 5, 2026 | 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Author Talk: Karen Dukess & Jeanine Cummins
We’re so excited to welcome bestselling author Karen Dukess to Bedford Books! She’ll be joined by Jeanine Cummins, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of American Dirt, for a conversation to mark the paperback release of Welcome to Murder Week.
Both Karen's and Jeanine's books will be available for sale and signing, and light refreshments will be served.
March 2, 2026 | 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Author Talk: Alexandra Potter
We’re thrilled to welcome bestselling author Alexandra Potter to Bedford Books! Join her in conversation with Holly Berfield, book influencer and founder of literary platform @bookcooklook, as they discuss her new novel So, I Met This Guy.
Books will be available for sale and signing, and light refreshments will be served.
February 25, 2026 | 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Author Talk: Blythe Harris & Mallory May
What if five minutes a day could change how you think, focus, and create?
Join Blythe Harris and Mallory May, artists, creative entrepreneurs, and co-authors of the new interactive book Daily Creative: The 5-Minute Habit to Rewire Your Brain, for a practical, inspiring talk on tapping into your innate creativity.
Blythe and Mallory will guide the audience through quick, low-lift prompts that spark joy, reduce perfectionism, improve brain health, and increase focus. No artistic skill required.
Books will be available for sale and signing, and light refreshments will be served.
February 19, 2026 | 6:30pm - 8:00pm
February Book Club: Vigil
Our February genre is literary fiction, and our book club pick is Vigil by legendary Booker Prize–winning author George Saunders.
An electric novel set at the bedside of an oil company CEO in the twilight hours of his life, Vigil follows his passage from this world into the next—provocative, humane, and deeply thought-provoking.
Come ready for a rich conversation and the chance to connect with fellow readers. Light refreshments will be served, and we can’t wait to see you there!
February 17, 2026 | 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Author Talk: Peter Meineck @ Bedford Playhouse
Join us at Bedford Playhouse to celebrate the release of Peter Meineck’s Tony Stark, Odysseus and the Myths Behind Marvel.
Books will be available for sale and signing.
February 11, 2026 | 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Launch Party: Katherine Miller
Bedford Books is thrilled to celebrate Katherine Miller and the launch of her new book, The Emotionally Savvy Divorce.
Books will be available for sale and signing. Light refreshments and snacks will be served.
NO RSVP NECESSARY.
February 10, 2026 | 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Yellow Studio Book Club
Bedford Books is thrilled to host the Yellow Studio Book Club to discuss Neighbors & Other Stories by Diane Oliver.
Light refreshments and snacks will be served.
Note: this event is for Yellow Studio members (learn more about becoming a member here.)
February 9, 2026 | 11:00am - 12:30pm
Workshop: You Should Write This Down…
There’s nothing more fun than sharing a story – so give yourself the time and space to do it! Search your memory, or take a look at some of those old photos or letters stashed in your attic, and come to this special workshop ready to enjoy the pleasure of setting words to paper. Whether you want to publish or simply record the past for those who’ll come next, you’ll leave with one or more strong beginnings, a plan for going forward, and the joy of being part of a writing community!
Limited to 12 participants.
February 3, 2026 | 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Author Talk: Laura Brown & Kristina O’Neill
Join us for an inspiring evening with authors and former editors-in-chief Laura Brown and Kristina O’Neill. They’ll be in conversation with Good Morning America Lifestyle Contributor Lori Bergamotto, sharing stories, insights, and lessons from their national bestseller, All the Cool Girls Get Fired.
Books will be available for sale and signing, and light refreshments will be served.
February 2, 2026 | 11:00am - 1:00pm
Monologue Writing Workshop
Learn how to develop character, establish setting, set tone, develop backstory, and create the world of your personal monologue.
Monologue writing is an incredible tool to empower you to tell your own personal story. In this two-hour workshop, participants will learn how to develop character, establish setting, set tone, develop backstory, and create the world of their personal monologue. This adult workshop is for writers of all abilities–no experience is necessary. Worksheets will be provided.
Limited to 10 participants.
January 29, 2026 | 5:30pm - 7:30pm
An Evening of Awareness, Community & Action @ Bedford Playhouse
Please join us at the Bedford Playhouse for a live reading of Nobody's Girl by Virginia Roberts Guiffre, the most outspoken victim of Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. LifeWay's Executive Director, Ali Boak, an internationally recognized expert on human trafficking and co-founder of the Westchester County Anti-Trafficking Task Force, will facilitate a discussion about the real-world issues highlighted in the book with local survivors, investigative journalists, and other experts.
Books will be available for sale, and cocktails and appetizers will be served.
January 28, 2026 | 6:30pm - 8:00pm
January Book Club: I Am You
Our genre for January is historical fiction, and we’re excited to share our book club pick: I Am You by Victoria Redel! Even better—Victoria herself will be joining us for the discussion, with her (and our) dear friend Nancy Steiner leading the conversation.
This book was published by Sarah Jessica Parker's imprint, SJP Lit, and has been described as “A transporting epic of making art and love” by Booklist.
Come ready for a thoughtful conversation, meet the author, and connect with fellow readers. Light refreshments will be served, and we can’t wait to see you there!
👉 Stop by the store to grab your copy—we’ve got plenty in stock!
January 20, 2026 | 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Yellow Studio Book Club
Bedford Books is thrilled to host the Yellow Studio Book Club to discuss Theo of Golden by Allen Levi.
Light refreshments and snacks will be served.
Note: this event is for Yellow Studio members (learn more about becoming a member here.)
January 13, 2026 | 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Author Talk: Erin Somers
We’re thrilled to welcome acclaimed author Erin Somers to Bedford Books! Join her in conversation with author & journalist Haley Cohen Gilliland as they discuss Erin's new book, The Ten Year Affair.
Books will be available for sale and signing, and light refreshments will be served.
Ticket price includes a $20 shopping credit to use at the event.
January 12, 2026 | 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Kids Acting Workshop with a Casting Director
Join Casting Director Lisa Rubenstein for a fun and engaging Kids Acting Workshop designed for ages 9–12. Through theater games, audition practice, and scene work, young performers will build confidence and learn real acting and audition techniques. This class is perfect for both serious young actors and kids who just want to have a great time exploring the world of performance!
Limited to 14 participants.
January 12, 2026 | 11:00am - 12:30pm
Workshop: Build Your Author Platform
Convincing readers to buy your book is easier when they know who you are. In this 90-minute workshop, author brand advisor Jessica Sorentino will guide you through the essentials of building an authentic author platform that connects with readers, agents, and publishers.
All attendees will receive The Notebook, Jessica's content planner designed specifically for writers, featuring brand activation prompts, marketing organization spreads, and space to bring your book (and dreams) to life.
Limited to 14 participants.
January 10, 2026 | 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meet & Greet: Jonathan Foster
Join us at Bedford Books for a special Meet & Greet with Jonathan Foster.
We’re thrilled to be celebrating the release of On Board: The Modern Playbook for Corporate Governance.
Stop by to chat with Jonathan and get a copy of his book signed!
No RSVP needed—just come by!
January 8, 2026 | 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Author Talk: Melissa Gonzalez & Stacy Igel
Join authors Melissa Gonzalez and Stacy Igel for an inspiring evening of reflection and reimagining what success truly means. In conversation with executive coach Joanne Heyman, and drawing from their books The Purpose Pivot and Embracing the Calm in the Chaos, they’ll explore how to align professional ambition with personal fulfillment and lead with connection, calm, and purpose.
Books will be available for sale and signing, and light refreshments will be served.
December 21, 2025 | 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Solstice & the Stars with Ophira Edut of the Astro Twins
A special winter solstice event! Release 2025 and move confidently into 2026 with Ophira Edut from The AstroTwins in a fun, guided workshop.
Find out the top 5 themes for every zodiac sign in 2026
Learn the opportunities & challenges that 2026
Create a serene sense of “cosmic closure” on 2025 with a guided exercise
Set 2026 intentions aligned with your unique astrological outlook
Ticket includes a signed copy of The AstroTwins 2026 Horoscope book and a limited-edition La Luna tote.
December 12, 2025 | ALL DAY
One-Year Anniversary Celebration
🎉 One Year in the Books! 🎉
Join us on 12/12 as we celebrate one magical year of books, community, and so many unforgettable moments.
We’ll have sweet treats, limited-edition “Meet Me at the Bookstore” merch, fun scratch-and-win prizes (including this year’s top-selling books!), and complimentary gift wrapping.
Holiday shopping all day long!
Here’s to one amazing year—and many more to come. 💛
December 10, 2025 | 6:30pm - 8:00pm
End-of Year Book Club
We’re thrilled to share our End-of-Year Book Club pick: Theo of Golden by Allen Levi!
This novel has taken the literary world by storm. Originally self-published, its extraordinary word-of-mouth success led Simon & Schuster to acquire and re-release it. With over 18,000 reader reviews on Amazon and an almost unheard of 4.8-star rating, it’s the perfect book to close out the year—reminding us that generosity, connection, and wonder are what truly sustain us, and that even the smallest acts of kindness can change everything.
Come ready for a thoughtful conversation and a cozy evening with fellow readers. Light refreshments will be served, and we can’t wait to see you there!
👉 Stop by the store to grab your copy—or purchase online!
December 4, 2025 | 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Author Talk: Gina Moffa
Join grief specialists Barri Leiner Grant and Gina Moffa, award-winning author of Moving On Doesn’t Mean Letting Go, for an intimate conversation about navigating grief through the holiday season. Together, they’ll gently explore the many ways grief can surface at this time, and offer insights, practices, and compassionate support to help you move through the season with presence, care, and tenderness toward yourself.
Books will be available for sale and signing, and light refreshments will be served.
December 1, 2025 | 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Workshop: Mahjong 101
Whether you’ve always been curious about the tiles, eager to learn a new game, or looking for a cozy community activity, this class is the perfect place to start. Join Rhonda Greif, a passionate local instructor who has taught hundreds of players in Fairfield & Westchester Counties. She’ll walk you through the basics of the traditional Chinese tile game, cover the rules and flow of play, and give you plenty of hands-on practice.
Capped at 8 participants.
