Alfred Box of Books Library

One Alfred One Book
2024-04-17 16:00 - 17:30 UTC | Terra Cotta Coffee House, Alfred
The libraries of Alfred have partnered together again to host another community read event. Beginning March 4, copies of the novel and graphic novel will be available at: Alfred Box of Books Library, Scholes and Herrick libraries (AU) and Hinkle Library (Alfred State).
Join us for a discussion of Slaughterhouse Five by Kurt Vonnegut April 17 at the Terra Cotta Coffeehouse.
Refreshments will be provided!

Post It Trivia Night
2024-04-19 18:00 - 20:00 | NY
DJ Macool will be in Alfred to host Post It Trivia. Gather a team and join us at Susan Howell Hall on the Alfred University Campus for tons of fun! This program is FREE and open to the public. Players should be 16+.
Refreshments provided by Alfred University Student Activities.

Caledonian Highlanders Pipe and Drum Band
2024-04-20 12:00 - 13:00 | Alfred Village Bandstand
The Calendonian Highlanders Pipe and Drum Band will march in the Hot Dog Day parade at 12:00pm. Immediately after, they will hold a performance at the Village Bandstand.
This project is made possible with funds from the Statewide Community Regrants Program, a regrant program of the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature and administered by the Arts Council of Wyoming County.

Mah Jong at the Library
2024-04-23 14:00, 2024-04-30 14:00, 2024-05-07 14:00, 2024-05-14 14:00, 2024-05-21 14:00, 2024-05-28 14:00 | NY
Join with other players at the library every Tuesday. If you’re a beginner or a regular player, you’re invited to join in the fun! Sets are provided.

Storytime
2024-04-24 11:00 | NY
Celebrate spring and learn about gardens today. Children ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to storytime to celebrate gardens.

STEM Tales: Jayden's Impossible Garden
2024-04-25 17:00 - 18:30 | Alfred Montessori School, 8 1/2 South Main Street, Alfred, NY, 14802, United States
The library is excited to share that we are offering a series of four STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) programs from children ages 4-8 and their families!
In partnership with the National Science Foundation, Twin Cities PBS, and StarNet, the library will host programs centered around a different STEM topic and picture book.
Participants can attend one, some, or all sessions free of charge. Participants will receive free take home activities kits. Light refreshments will be served at each program. Register here: https://forms.gle/ZSGpfghMBNz68ZjU8
Please note: Some programs are held at Alfred Montessori School and some are held at the Box of Books.
If you have any questions, please reach out to the library at millerm@stls.org.

Braided Baskets or Rugs for Beginners
2024-04-28 12:00 - 16:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Learn the traditional skills of rug braiding or refresh your knowledge in this class with Peggyann Watts from Belfast Braids. In class, participants will make a round continuous braided mat that can be used as a trivet, or a mug rug. Or make it into a Spring basket or tote while in class.

All materials will be provided.
Cost is $35/person. Space is limited. Best for ages 12+.
To register click here.

Storytime
2024-05-01 11:00 | NY
Join us today for storytime as we read about bees and butterflies. Children ages 0-5 and their caregivers can enjoy books and a craft

Perler Bead Magnets
2024-05-02 16:00 - 17:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
Make a custom magnet with Perler Beads.
Recommended developmental age 7+.

Storytime
2024-05-08 11:00 | NY
Celebrate the bugs that help our foods grow! It’s a bug-themed storytime for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers!

Board of Trustees Meeting
2024-05-14 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 4:00 pm at Parish House.

Storytime
2024-05-15 11:00 | NY
A-B-SEE you at Storytime! We’ll be reading books with the ABCs this week.

Post It Trivia Night
2024-05-17 18:00 - 20:00 | NY
DJ Macool will be in Alfred to host Post It Trivia. Gather a team and join us at Susan Howell Hall on the Alfred University Campus for tons of fun! This program is FREE and open to the public. Players should be 16+.
Refreshments available.

Community Charcuterie
2024-05-18 10:00 - 12:00 | Union University Church Center, 29 N. Main Street, Alfred, NY, 14802, United States
Kristina Snyder of Sunny Cove Farms and Kristylee Davis of SheBrews and Holycakes will teach a workshop on sourcing local, seasonal food to create your own charcuterie board. The workshop will include visual appeal, tasty pairings, and creating a beautiful board for your next gathering.
Participants will leave with a wooden charcuterie board with locally sourced ingredients!
Space is limited and registration is required. Register Here

Storytime
2024-05-22 11:00 | NY
Let’s celebrate our community helpers. From firefighters, police officers, child care providers, and the post office, we’re learning about community helpers this week at storytime!

STEM Tales: They're Tearing Up Mulberry Street
2024-05-23 17:00 - 18:30 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States

No Storytime
2024-05-29 11:00 | NY
No storytime this week.

True Crime Book Club
2024-06-04 17:00 - 18:00 | Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States
This month we will be meeting at the library as we discuss “Victim F: From Crime Victims to Suspects to Suvivors” by Denise Huskins and Aaron Quinn.

Storytime
2024-06-05 11:00 | NY
Join us today for storytime as we learn about colors! Children ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to storytime as we explore colors!

Learn to Crochet
2024-06-05 16:00 - 18:00, 2024-06-07 13:00 - 15:00 | 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 | 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 | NY
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 | NY
It’s construction season. We’ll read books featuring dozers, loaders, excavators and more!
