Alfred Box of Books Library

Library Closed
2021-11-25
The library is closed today for the Thanksgiving holiday.

Star Talk with Mary Lu
2021-11-23 13:00 - 14:00, 2021-11-09 13:00 - 14:00, 2021-10-26 13:00 - 14:00, 2021-10-12 13:00 - 14:00 UTC | Zoom Meeting
Join us via Zoom with Mary Lu Wells to see what’s happening in the night sky!
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Partial Lunar Eclipse
2021-11-18 23:30 - 2021-11-19 07:30 UTC
Tonight is the begins the longest partial lunar eclipse in a millennia! It will begin at about 1:00am and reach it’s maximum eclipse at 4:03am and ends at 7:06am. So set your alarm and hop out of bed to check it out! To learn more about this eclipse check out this article from EarthSky: https://earthsky.org/astronomy-essentials/partial-lunar-eclipse-november-19-2021/

Board of Trustees Meeting
2021-11-08 16:00 - 17:00 UTC | Parish House, West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802, United States
The Board of Trustees will meet at 4:00pm at the Parish House.

True Crime Book Club
2021-11-02 17:00 - 18:30 UTC | Terra Cotta Coffee House, Alfred
True Crime Book Club meets the first Tuesday of every month at the Terra Cotta Coffeehouse. The library provides a FREE copy of the book and pays for a drink at the Terra Cotta for you! If you’re interested in participating, please contact the library!

Perspectives from the Pandemic
2021-10-21 17:00 - 20:00 UTC | Alfred Village Hall, 7 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802, United States
Join us during the Alfred ArtWalk for a time of creating and conversation. Create artwork reflective of your experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic, and view artwork of that other community members have created. Participate in a guided conversation of your experiences as you work.
This project is part of the American Library Association’s Libraries Transforming Communities grant program.

True Crime Book Club
2021-10-05 17:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Terra Cotta Coffee House, Alfred
If you like all things true crime, join us the first Tuesday of every month to discuss our latest read!
And get a FREE copy of every month’s book!

Teen/Tween Focus Group
2021-10-04 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Zoom Meeting
As the library works on its strategic plan, we want to hear from younger community members! Teens and tweens (ages 10-18) and their parents or caregivers, are invited to participate in a virtual focus group to give us feedback on how the library can serve you.
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Homeschool Focus Group
2021-10-01 13:30 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Alfred Village Hall, 7 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802, United States
We’re inviting all homeschool families in the Alfred area to participate in a focus group. As the library works on our strategic plan, we want to hear from homeschoolers and better understand how we can support you.

Banned Books Trivia Night
2021-09-30 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | Zoom Meeting
Trivia Night all about banned books!! Email alfred@stls.org for Zoom link!
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Star Talk with Mary Lu Wells
2021-09-28 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York), 2021-09-14 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York), 2021-08-31 13:00 - 14:00 UTC
Join us via Zoom for a lesson on things that are visible in the night sky with small telescopes, binoculars, and the naked eye.
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Focus Group
2021-09-18 09:30 - 11:00 UTC | Terra Cotta Coffee House, Alfred
Join the Alfred Box of Books Library Board of Trustees and Staff for a community focus group to help us in our strategic planning process. Provide feedback for library services, programs, and initiatives in the community, as well as the sustainability of the library!

True Crime Book Club
2021-09-07 17:00 - 18:00 UTC | Terra Cotta Coffee House, Alfred
This month we’re discussing Charlatan: America’s Most Dangerous Huckster, the Man Who Pursued Him, and the Age of Flimflam by Pope Brock.

Star Talk with Mary Lu Wells
2021-08-17 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
Join us via Zoom for a lesson on things that are visible in the night sky with small telescopes, binoculars, and the naked eye.

Cat’s Eye Nebula
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Hula Hoop Crafting & Hoop Dance Instruction
2021-08-12 14:00 - 15:30 UTC | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Professional hoop dancer, Benjamin Berry will be presenting a workshop all about Hula Hoops! Participants will learn how to size their hoop to their body and craft their own hoop. Participants will also learn about the many benefits of hooping such as building core strength, increasing body awareness, and alleviating stress and anxiety.
Pre-registration is required and space is limited. Please email alfred@stls.org to register.

Take & Make: Parrot Puppet
2021-08-09 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Pick up supplies for this weeks Take & Make activity!

Animal Yoga
2021-08-05 14:00 - 15:00 UTC
Work out those wiggles with Animal Yoga. Downward Dog? Butterfly? Cow pose? We’ll learn all these and more with Jami Snyder!
This program is weather permitting!

Star Talk with Mary Lu Wells
2021-08-03 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
Join us via Zoom for a lesson on things that are visible in the night sky with small telescopes, binoculars, and the naked eye.

https://www.space.com/wildfires-turn-sun-moon-red
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Take & Make: Bendy Straw Snake
2021-08-02 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States

Backyard Habitats
2021-07-29 14:00 - 15:00 UTC
Create a butterfly feeder or a bee house for your backyard pollinators.
This program is weather permitting. The program will be made available on our YouTube channel if the weather prevents it from happening live or if you are unable to be here in person!

Take & Make: Lightning Bugs
2021-07-26 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Pick up supplies for this weeks Take and Make!

DIY Cat Toys & Dog Treats
2021-07-22 14:00 - 15:00 UTC
Make your own cat toys and your own no bake dog treats!
(Best for kids 10+)
This program is weather permitting. The program will be made available on our YouTube channel if the weather prevents it from happening live or if you are unable to be here in person!

Star Talk with Mary Lu Wells
2021-07-20 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Zoom Meeting

Take & Make: Galloping Zebra
2021-07-19 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Pick up supplies for this weeks Take & Make!

Elephant Toothpaste
2021-07-15 13:00 - 14:00 UTC
Science meets awesome in this exciting experiment. Create a foam explosion that has a fun name!
Safety glasses provided!
This event is weather permitting. This program will also be made available on our YouTube Channel if the weather prevents it from happening live or you can’t make it in person, you can re-create it at home!
