Alfred Box of Books Library

Storytime
2022-09-07 11:00 - 11:30 UTC | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Join us for our Letter of the Week Storytime program from infants, toddlers, and preschoolers!

True Crime Book Club
2022-09-06 17:00 - 18:00 | Terra Cotta Coffee House, Alfred
Discuss Missoula: Rape and the Justice System in a College Town by Jon Krakauer.

Library Closed
2022-09-05 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
The library will be closed for Labor Day!

Grow Your Own
2022-08-26 11:30 - 12:30 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Mary Lu Wells, master gardener, continues her gardening series every other Friday. Join via Zoom or in-person at the library.

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Grow Your Own
2022-08-26 11:30 - 12:30, 2022-08-12 11:30 - 12:30, 2022-07-29 11:30 - 12:30, 2022-07-15 11:30 - 12:30, 2022-06-17 11:30 - 12:30 | Zoom Meeting
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Crafternoon: Shark Suncatcher
2022-08-11 14:00 - 15:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Make a shark suncatcher with contact paper, tissue paper, and shark cut outs!

Summer Art Series: Print Making
2022-08-09 14:00 - 15:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Learn print making techniques and make your own sea-creature print!

Crafternoon: Salt Dough Starfish
2022-08-04 14:00 - 15:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Make a starfish from salt dough and add tons of texture!

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!

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!

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.

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!

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!

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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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.

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: 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!

Library Closed
2022-07-04
We’re closed today for Independence Day!

Grow Your Own
2022-07-01 11:30 - 12:30 | Zoom Meeting
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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!

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!

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!

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!

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!

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
2022-06-15 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!
