• 4th Annual Community Read

    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

  • Jane Austen Book Club: Northanger Abbey

    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

  • Storytime: Earth Day

    It's Earth Day today! We'll be reading all about our planet and how we can make it better!

  • Adult Dungeons & Dragons

    Alfred Box of Books Library 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 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

  • Hot Dog Day

    Alfred Box of Books Library 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 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

  • Storytime: Frogs

    Let's learn about frogs! It's a frog-themed storytime, with stories, activities, songs and more!

  • CommUNITY Potluck and BINGO

    Union University Church Center 29 N. Main Street, Alfred, NY, 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

  • Sashiko with Carlyn Yanda

    Alfred Box of Books Library 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 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

  • True Crime Book Club

    This month we are discussing Tremors in the Blood: Murder, Obsession, and the Birth of the Lie Detectorby Amit Katwala

  • Storytime: Bedtime

    Wear your pajamas to storytime, because today is all about bedtime!

  • Adult Dungeons & Dragons

    Alfred Box of Books Library 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 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