Learn to Crochet
2024-06-05 16:00 - 18:00, 2024-06-07 13:00 - 15:00 UTC | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Learn to crochet or brush up on skills with this workshop led by Dave Keefer. All materials will be provided, including crochet hooks and yarn.
Please register: Register Here

Market Sprouts
2024-06-09 11:00 - 15:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
The library will be at the Farmer’s Market opening day festival! We are sponsoring Benajmin Berry and his circus arts program for kids, facepainting, and a storywalk so you can visit all the vendors!

Board of Trustees Meeting
2024-06-11 16:00 - 17:00, 2024-07-23 16:00 - 17:00 | Parish House, West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802, United States
The Alfred Box of Books Library Board of Trustees will meet at 4:00pm at Parish House.

Storytime
2024-06-12 11:00
It’s almost summer. This week we’ll read about ocean animals at storytime! For children ages 0-5 and their caregivers.

Storytime
2024-06-19 11:00
It’s construction season. We’ll read books featuring dozers, loaders, excavators and more!

DIY Scratch Art Mandala
2024-06-20 16:00 - 17:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Celebrate the Summer Solstice with colorful art.
Learn to make your own scratch art.
Recommended developmental age 5+

No Storytime
2024-06-26 11:00
No storytime this week.

Summer Reading Registration Event
2024-07-08 16:00 - 18:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Sign up for summer reading and enjoy plenty of activities and snacks!
Live music by the Sumac Ridge Duo.
The whole family can join summer reading fun. Earn prizes all summer long.

Mah Jongg at the Library
2024-07-09 14:00 - 16:00, 2024-07-16 14:00, 2024-07-23 14:00, 2024-07-30 14:00, 2024-08-06 14:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Beginners and experienced players are invited to the library to play mah jongg every Tuesday.

True Crime Book Club
2024-07-09 17:00 - 18:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Join us for a book club that is all things true crime. Free beverage and book provided!
Interested in participating? Email alfred@stls.org.
This month we will meet at the library.

Storytime: We're Going on a Bear Hunt
2024-07-10 11:00 - 11:30 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
This summer reading is all about adventure. Join us for story time as we go on a bear hunt with the classic book by Michael Rosen.
Children ages 0-5 and their caregivers are welcome to join us.

Make Your Own Nature Walk Flower Pots
2024-07-11 13:00 - 14:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Use recycled material to make your own “flower pot.” Then go on a nature walk to collect leaves and flowers to make a bouquet in your flower pot. Best for developmental ages 5+.
Can’t make it in-person? Pick up a Take-and-Make kit!

Science Heroes present "Adventure of the Lost Treasure"
2024-07-11 18:00 - 19:00 | Union University Church Center, 29 N. Main Street, Alfred, NY, 14802, United States
Join Science Heroes on a treasure-hunting adventure deep within the jungle!
Along the way, the audience helps the performer conduct exciting science experiments that bring this story to life!
Experiment with chemical reactions, air pressure, physical explosions, and more!
Don’t miss this exciting and interactive STEM learning adventure!
Arabella Pelekoudas, 7, and Aspen Ridge, of Sciencetellers, react after using pressure in one of their science experiments during the Sciencetellers program, “Power and Energy” at the Swampscott Public Library, Monday, Aug. 1, 2016. Wicked Local Staff Photo / David Sokol

Dungeons and Dragons-Teens
2024-07-13 14:00 - 16:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Teens are invited to play Dungeons and Dragons at the library for beginners or experienced players.
Refreshments, characters, and dice will be provided.
Participants will receive a FREE D20!
No registration required!

Storytime: We're Going on a Treasure Hunt
2024-07-17 11:00 - 11:30 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Aargh! Join us for this pirate-themed storytime. And we’ll search for real treasure.
Children 0-5 and their caregivers are welcome!

3D Hot Air Balloon Craft
2024-07-18 13:00 - 14:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Make your own three dimensional paper hot air balloon.
Recommended developmental ages 5+
If you can’t make it in-person, this activity is available as a Take-and-Make kit! Pick one up at the library.

Storytime: We're Going on a Dinosaur Dig!
2024-07-24 11:00 - 11:30 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Today, we’re on an adventure to learn about dinosaurs. We’ll have several dino-themed stories and activities (including digging a dinosaur egg!)
Children 0-5 and their caregivers.

Dungeons and Dragons- Adults
2024-07-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Adults (18+) are invited to join us for Dungeons and Dragons in the library!
This session is for beginners or experienced players.
Snacks, characters and dice will be provided. And everyone who attends will receive a FREE D20!
No Registration required.

Glowing Fireflies Craft
2024-07-25 13:00 - 14:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Join us as we make a glowing firefly! All materials provided.
If you can’t make it in-person, take and make kits are available!

No Storytime
2024-07-31 11:00 - 11:30
There is no storytime today. Join us next week for more adventures!

Strange History on the Erie Canal
2024-07-31 15:00 - 16:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
David Brooks from the Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site will visit Alfred to share a program “Strange History From Along the Erie Canal at Schoharie Crossing.”
“Explore the Erie Canal at Schoharie Crossing through strange bits of history that feature murder, mayhem, arson, accidents and more! This program uncovers aspects of the site history related to the canal, railroad, and people that may otherwise be unknown.”

Make Your Own Woven Turtle
2024-08-01 13:00 - 14:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Make your own turtle with craft sticks and yarn!
Take and make kits will be available for those who can’t make it in-person.

Guided Foraging Hike
2024-08-03 11:00 - 13:00 | Foster Lake, Alfred, NY, 14802
Join us for a hike at Foster Lake. Kristina Snyder of Sunny Cove Farms will lead the adventure pointing out edible plants and their uses.
Lunch will be provided by the library for those who attend. Registration is required. Registration deadline is Friday, July 30 at noon.
Register here: https://forms.gle/2Rwy2K6gywEgk6hv6
You can also call 607-587-9290 or email alfred@stls.org

Bubblepalooza
2024-08-05 16:00 - 17:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
We’re doing everything bubbles!!
Make your own bubble solution and bubble wands.
Make bubbles with many different objects including socks, funnels, and straws.
Make bubble art!
Be sure to wear play clothes as it will likely get messy.
Because this program must take place outside, it is weather permitting.
