Alfred Box of Books Library

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Sign Up Bluey Party!
2022-05-17 16:00 - 17:00 UTC | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Children 0-5 are invited to sign up for 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten at our Bluey Themed Party!
Children will sign up for the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program. This is an early literacy tracking program. Record your child’s reading from birth to age 5. Receive a prize from the library at each 1,000 books!
We will have Bluey themed stories, crafts, and more!

Wiggles and Giggles Storytime
2022-05-18 11:00 - 11:30 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Join us for storytime as we continue our Letter of the Week theme!
If you missed us in person, be sure to check out the materials, activities, and more by clicking on the green “Learn More” tab on the right hand side of the home screen of our website.

Grow Your Own
2022-05-20 11:30 - 12:30 | Zoom Meeting
New gardening workshop series provided by master gardener, Mary Lu Wells.
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Wiggles & Giggles Storytime
2022-05-25 11:00 - 11:30 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States

Kid's Classics Book Club
2022-05-25 13:00 - 14:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Join us this month as we discuss The Crossover by Kwame Alexander.
If you miss the meeting, follow along with all the activities and discussion questions provided on our website. Click the green “Learn More” button on the left of the home screen of our website. Select “Children’s Programs.”
To receive all the materials needed for activities, please email alfred@stls.org.

Wiggles & Giggles Storytime
2022-06-01 11:00 - 11:30 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Every week we learn a new letter with stories and crafts!!

True Crime Book Club
2022-06-07 17:00 - 18:00 | Terra Cotta Coffee House, Alfred
Join us the first Tuesday of every month when we discuss a true crime story that proves fact is almost always scarier than fiction!
The library provides a FREE copy of the book to participants.
This month we’re discussing We Own This City: A True Story of Crime, Cops, and Corruption by Justin Fenton.

Wiggles & Giggles Storytime
2022-06-08 11:00 - 11:30 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Each week, join us for storytime where we learn about a new letter with stories and craft activities.

Board of Trustees Meeting
2022-06-14 16:00 - 17:00 | Parish House, West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802, United States
The Board of Trustees will meet in a hybrid meeting, at Parrish House or via Zoom.
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Wiggles & Giggles Storytime
2022-06-15 11:00 - 11:30 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Join us each week as we explore a new letter through stories and craft activities!

Grow Your Own
2022-06-17 11:30 - 12:30, 2022-07-15 11:30 - 12:30, 2022-07-29 11:30 - 12:30 | Zoom Meeting
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Disaster & Community: The Hornell Region and the Flood of 1972
2022-06-20 17:00 - 18:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
RJ Hillman will give a talk about the historic flooding that hit in June of 1972. Learn how local communities were impacted.

Wiggles & Giggles Storytime
2022-06-22 11:00 - 11:30 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Every week we’re exploring a new letter of the alphabet with stories and craft activities!

Summer Reading Kick Off Event
2022-06-23 16:00 - 18:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Register for summer reading and check out some fun activities!
Ice cream will be provided!

Summer Art Series: Watercolor Seascape
2022-06-28 02:00 - 15:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Children and teens are invited to participate in a weekly art series based on the summer reading theme “Oceans of Possibilities.”
This week will focus on watercolors!

Wiggles & Giggles Storytime
2022-06-29 11:00 - 11:30 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Each week we’re exploring a new letter of the alphabet with stories and crafts!

CRAFTernoon: Jellyfish in a Bottle
2022-06-30 02:00 - 14:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Each week, join us for a fun Oceans of Possibilities-themed craft.
This week we will be making jellyfish in a bottle using recycled materials!

Grow Your Own
2022-07-01 11:30 - 12:30 | Zoom Meeting
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Library Closed
2022-07-04 | NY
We’re closed today for Independence Day!

Summer Art Series: Drawing Sea Creatures
2022-07-12 14:00 - 15:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Use a reference photo to draw your favorite sea creature!

Crafternoon: Rainbow Fish Weaving
2022-07-14 14:00 - 15:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
This paper craft uses colorful paper to engage fine motor skills!

Summer Art Series: Clay Sea Turtle
2022-07-19 14:00 - 15:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Sculpt a sea turtle from clay.

Geocaching 101
2022-07-20 17:00 - 18:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Have you wanted to get involved in geocaching, but don’t know where to begin? This program will give you all the information you need to get started. From supplies you’ll need to technology to use, and where to go.
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Crafternoon: Sea Otter
2022-07-21 14:00 - 15:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Make a sea otter with a paper bag!

Summer Art Series: Pastel Coral Reefs
2022-07-26 14:00 - 15:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Use pastels to create a vibrant coral. Learn about reefs around the world!

Circus for All
2022-07-27 16:00 - 17:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Join teaching artist and circus performer Benjamin Berry for Circus for All. This program is for all levels of ability (ages 6+). Learn prop-based activities including juggling, poi, and spinning plates.

This program is subsidized by the Accessible Circus Project in Partnership with Accessible Festivals.

Crafternoon: No Sew Octopus
2022-07-28 14:00 - 15:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Make your own stuffed octopus!

Summer Art Series: Collage
2022-08-02 14:00 - 15:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Learn about water conservation and why saving our water is so important. Then create a collage of ways you can help save water!
