Storytime: Libraries
2026-04-08 11:00 UTC | NY
It’s National Library Week and we’re celebrating with a Library themed storytime!

Library Love Mini Library
2026-04-08 16:00 - 18:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Celebrate National Library Week! Teens and adults are invited to join us to create their own miniature library. Using an Altoid style tin, build your dream library in miniature. All materials provided.

Rock Wall Climbing
2026-04-09 15:00 - 17:00 | Alfred State College, 10 Upper College Drive, Alfred, NY, 14802, United States
Join us for climbing at the Alfred State rock wall located inside the Student Leadership Center. All ages are welcome and experienced staff will be on hand at the wall to assist. Children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
Parking is available in visitor lot #3 (near University Police station).
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Board of Trustees Meeting
2026-04-14 16:00 - 17:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
The Board of Trustees meets the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 4:00pm.
Please note: This meeting will take place at the library. Normally meetings take place at Parish House.

Storytime: Firefighters
2026-04-15 11:00 | NY
Today we’ll reas stories all about firefighters.

4th Annual Community Read
2026-04-15 17:00 - 18:30 | NY
The Box of Books library has once again partnered with the Scholes, Herrick, and Hinkle Libraries to host a community-wide reading event. This year we will be reading 1984 by George Orwell. Pick up copies of the books at any Alfred Library. Then join us on April 15 at 5:00pm at Terra Cotta Coffeehouse to discuss.

Jane Austen Book Club: Northanger Abbey
2026-04-21 17:00 | NY
To celebrate Jane Austen’s 250th birthday, we’re holding a monthly Jane Austen book club. This month we will discuss Northanger Abbey. All meetings will take place via Zoom at 5:00pm. To register, please email alfred@stls.org. Pre-register to receive the Zoom link by email.

Storytime: Earth Day
2026-04-22 11:00 | NY
It’s Earth Day today! We’ll be reading all about our planet and how we can make it better!

Adult Dungeons & Dragons
2026-04-22 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-06 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Come play D&D at the Library! Everyone is welcome, whether you’re an experienced player or completely new to the game! Dice, character sheets, and characters are available for anyone who needs them.
This event is 18+ only. If you are or know a teenager interested in playing D&D at the library, please reach out and let us know!
If you are interested in learning more about the club, please contact Caleb Fesmire at fesmirec@stls.org.

Hot Dog Day
2026-04-25 12:00 - 16:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
The library is once again sponsoring family-friendly actitivities for Hot Dog Day. We will be hosting Badger and Butterfly Studios for face painting and Fun That Pops for balloon animals. Face painting and balloon animals will be free courtesy of the library!

Storytime: Frogs
2026-04-29 11:00 | NY
Let’s learn about frogs! It’s a frog-themed storytime, with stories, activities, songs and more!

CommUNITY Potluck and BINGO
2026-04-29 18:00 - 20:00 | Union University Church Center, 29 N. Main Street, Alfred, NY, 14802, United States
The Alfred State College Center for Civic Leadership is hosting a CommUNITY Potluck at the Union University Church Center. Bring a dish to pass and get to know your neighbors. The library will be hosting a BINGO game complete with fun prizes for all ages following the feast.

Sashiko with Carlyn Yanda
2026-05-01 16:00 - 18:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Learn the Japanese embroidery technique, sashiko. Using white cotton threat to create geometric patterns, sashiko is a great way to embellish your clothing or to visibily mend clothing, giving it beautiful texure and contrast.
Local artist, Carlyn Yanda will lead this workshop. All materials will be provided. Registration for this program is required and class size is limited.

True Crime Book Club
2026-05-05 17:00 | NY
This month we are discussing Tremors in the Blood: Murder, Obsession, and the Birth of the Lie Detectorby Amit Katwala

Storytime: Bedtime
2026-05-06 11:00 | NY
Wear your pajamas to storytime, because today is all about bedtime!

Read and Do Crew: Watercolor Bouquet
2026-05-07 16:00 - 17:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
This month, our Read and Do Crew will read Flowers Are Calling by Rita Gray and will make a bouquet of watercolor flowers (just in time for Mother’s Day!).
Read and Do Crew is a monthly program designed to promote literacy for all ages! Each month, read a picture book and then participate in a hands-on activity.

Jane Austen Book Club: Persuasion
2026-05-12 17:00 | NY
To celebrate Jane Austen’s 250th birthday, we’re holding a monthly Jane Austen book club. This month we will discuss Persuasion. All meetings will take place via Zoom at 5:00pm. To register, please email alfred@stls.org. Pre-register to receive the Zoom link by email.

Storytime: Pets
2026-05-13 11:00 | NY
Let’s celebrate our furry friends at storytime with pet-themed stories and activities!

Block Print Tote Bag
2026-05-13 16:00 - 18:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Customize your own tote bag with block printing. Create your own linocut block or use one of our pre-made blocks to print on a canvas tote bag.
This program is for teens and adults. Registration is preferred! Please call 607-587-9290 or email alfred@stls.org.

Homeschool Art Show
2026-05-18 16:00 - 18:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Join us for an opening reception of local homeschool artists. See the beautiful artwork they have created. Refreshments provided.
Artwork will remain on display through June 1.

Storytime: Space
2026-05-20 11:00 | NY
This week we’re learning about space and the night sky!

No Storytime
2026-05-27 11:00 | NY
No Storytime this week

True Crime Book Club
2026-06-02 17:00 | NY
This month we’re discussing Mill Town: Reckoning with What Remains by Kerri Arsenault.

Storytime: Nursery Rhymes
2026-06-03 11:00 | NY
Storytime this week will feature nursery rhymes.

Read and Do Crew: Pizza With Everything
2026-06-04 16:00 - 17:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
This month Read and Do Crew will read A Pizza With Everything On It by Kyle Scheele and then we will make our own homemade playdough!
Read and Do Crew is a new literacy initiative the library started this year to promote literacy for all ages.

1000 Books Before Kindergarten Party
2026-06-08 16:00 - 17:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Celebrate your little one’s reading accomplishments. Whether you’ve read 10 books or 500 or more! Come celebrate your success. If you haven’t signed up for 1000 Books Before Kindergarten yet, this is a great time to do it. All participants will receive a FREE book. We will have stories, actvities and cake!

Book Binding Class
2026-06-12 17:00 - 19:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Local artist, Kate Elliott will lead a workshop in book binding. Learn techniques to create your own bound book.
Refreshments provided.
Registration for this program is required. Please contact the library at 607-587-9290 or email alfred@stls.org.
