Alfred Box of Books Library

Indoor Play Group
2024-01-18 15:30, 2024-01-25 15:30, 2024-02-01 15:30, 2024-02-08 15:30, 2024-02-15 15:30, 2024-02-22 15:30, 2024-02-29 15:30 UTC
Beat cabin fever and head to the library! Come to the library for free play and meet other families with little ones. We’ll provide the toys and coloring pages.

How It's Made: Honey Pot Chocolates
2024-01-21 13:00 - 15:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Local candy maker, Connie McGraw, will be at the library to share how she makes those delicious chocolates.
Click here to register!

Understanding Climate Change
2024-01-22 11:30, 2024-02-05 11:30
Mary Lu Wells will break down the science behind climate change, to help better understand what is going on, how we know, and what we can do to help. This 7 week class will take place via Zoom, or you can join in-person at the library.
Zoom Link

Let's Play Mah Jongg
2024-01-23 14:00 - 16:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
If you want to learn a new game, or want to find others to play with join us at the library! Cathy Powers will be here to teach Mah Jongg to beginners!
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Storytime: Trains
2024-01-24 11:00
All Aboard! This week we’re reading all about trains! Choo-choo!

Winter Hat Garland
2024-01-29 13:00 - 14:30 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
School’s out! Come to the library to make this fun craft! Recommended developmental age 7+
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Mah Jong at the Library
2024-01-30 14:00 - 16:00, 2024-02-06 14:00, 2024-02-13 14:00, 2024-02-20 14:00, 2024-02-27 14:00, 2024-03-05 14:00
Join with other players at the library every Tuesday. If you’re a beginner or a regular player, you’re invited to join in the fun! Sets are provided.

No Storytime this week!
2024-01-31 11:00
There is no storytime this week, but you can still stop by the library to play!

Storytime: Friendship
2024-02-07 11:00
Let’s celebrate friendship! This week we’ll read about friends and make a fun craft. Recommended developmental ages: 0-5years.

Chinese Lunar New Year Celebration
2024-02-09 16:00 - 17:30 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Make a wood burned dragon ornament to celebrate the year of the dragon! We’ll have treat bags and favors, too!
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Storytime: Valentine's Day
2024-02-14 11:00
It’s Valentine’s Day! Today we’ll read stories inspired by Valentine’s day and make a valentine!

Hedgehog Visit
2024-02-19 11:00 - 12:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
School is out for President’s day. Join us today as we will be reading “Hedgehog Needs a Hug” and visit with a live hedgehog from Sun Dance Kids Farm!
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Storytime: Pets
2024-02-21 11:00
Dogs! Cats! Fish! Oh my! This week at storytime we’re reading about pets! Bring a picture of your pet and tell us all about them.

Introduction to ASL
2024-02-21 13:00 - 14:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Richie Reisner will be at the library to teach an into to basic American Sign Language.
Recommended developmental age: 6+
Click here to register!

STEM Tales: Fiona the Fruit Bat
2024-02-22 17:00 - 18:30 | Alfred Montessori School, 8 1/2 South Main Street, Alfred, NY, 14802, United States
The library is excited to share that we are offering a series of four STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) programs from children ages 4-8 and their families!
In partnership with the National Science Foundation, Twin Cities PBS, and StarNet, the library will host programs centered around a different STEM topic and picture book.
Participants can attend one, some, or all sessions free of charge. Participants will receive free take home activities kits. Light refreshments will be served at each program. Register here: https://forms.gle/ZSGpfghMBNz68ZjU8
Please note: Some programs are held at Alfred Montessori School and some are held at the Box of Books.
If you have any questions, please reach out to the library at millerm@stls.org.

Storytime: PJ PARTY
2024-02-28 11:00
We’re having a pajama party this week! Wear your jammies and read about bedtime!

Dr. Seuss' Birthday Celebration
2024-03-03 13:00 - 14:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
We’ll be celebrating Dr. Seuss with cotton candy truffula trees!
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Storytime: Feelings
2024-03-06 11:00
This week we’ll read all about feelings. Join us for stories, a craft and more! Recommended developmental age 0-5years.
