Storytimes near Alfred Box of Books Library

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This week, we will be celebrating America’s 250th birthday by making a paper mosaic. Take and Make kits are available first come-first serve for anyone who cannot attend in-person.

Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States

This event was rescheduled from Wednesday, July 1st. 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.

Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States

Join us for a dino-themed magic show with George Sweatt from Fun That Pops! All ages welcome!

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It’s a dinosaurumpus! We’ll read and then have a dino dance party.

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.

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Petroglyphs are symbols or images carved into rock surfaces by ancient people. We’ll be making our own petroglyphs with air dry clay and paint! Take and make kits are available first come first served for those who cannot attend in-person.

Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States

Make your own volcano with modeling clay and then watch it erupt with science!! Recommended for ages 5+ with adult supervision.

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Have you ever stretched like a stegosaurus? Today, storytime will feature plenty of movement!

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Amber is fossilized tree resin. Today we’ll be making our own (kind of). We’ll be making amber-like slime. Take and make kits are available first come first served for those who cannot make it in-person.

Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States

Program participants will become amateur paleontologists and learn about different types of fossils found throughout the Finger Lakes Region. Learn how they were made, when they got here and what these fossils can tell us. Designed for ages 4-12. Space is limited. Please contact the library to register by calling 607-587-9290 or email alfred@stls.org.

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It’s play dough at storytime! We have dino themed molds and play dough tools.

Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States

Read a story about t-rex tea parties and then enjoy some treats provided by N’Dulge Bakery! All ages welcome!

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.

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This week, we’re painting a ceramic dinosaur. Take and make kits are available first come, first served for those who cannot make it in-person.

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We’re going on a dino dig…gonna catch a big one! We’ll be digging for dino “bones” and fossils!

Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States

Join us for a workshop provided by Jennifer Thomas. Make your own mug rug using punch needle techniques. Registration for this workshop is required. Call 607-587-9290 or email alfred@stls.org. 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 in Wyoming aAllegany counties by the Arts Council for Wyoming County.

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Make your own dino-saur themed crown. Take and make kits are available first come, first served for those who cannot attend in person.

Alfred Village Bandstand

Join us on the bandstand lawn for a performance by the touring Shakespeare company, Shake on the Lake. Located in Silver Lake, NY Shake on the Lake performs in outdoor venues throughout the summer. This year, they will be performing Shakespeare’s Comedy of Errors. This performance will take place on the bandstand lawn- bring your own lawn chairs or picnic blankets to enjoy the show. In the event of rain, the performance will move to the Nevins Theater inside Powell Campus Center at Alfred University. Tickets and info: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1991236565169?aff=oddtdtcreator  The library would like to thank several donors who have made this show possible: ServU Federal Credit Union, Bicycle Man LLC, Kindred Collective and a private donation made on behalf of the Allegany County Resource Network. 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 in Wyoming and Allegany counties by the Arts Council for Wyoming County.

Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States

Paleontologists Mike & Roberta Straka will share an interactive dinosaur show in which participants will examine bones and reconstruct a Triceratops. Part magic, part show and tell, this is a fun, educational adventure for all ages!

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Get crafty today and make your own dinosaur suncatcher.

Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States

Make your own earrings with paper quilling techniques. This workshop will be led by Jennifer Thomas. Registration for this workshop is required. Call 607-587-9290 or email alfred@stls.org 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 in Wyoming and Allegany counties by the Arts Council for Wyoming County.

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.

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Make your own bubble wand with pipe cleaners and beads. We’ll have bubble solutions so you can test out your wand. Take and make kits will be available first come first serve for those who cannot attend in person.

Almond 20th Century Club Library, Almond, NY, 14803, United States

Grab your friends and sign up for our puzzle race in partnership with the Almond 20th Century Club Library. Please note: The race will take place at the Almond Library. Teams of up to 4 can sign up at either library. To register email alfred@stls.org or call 607-587-9290. Pizza provided at 5:00pm; race will begin promptly at 5:30pm. Prizes awarded for fastest 3 teams!

Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States

Learn about real dinosaur habitats and then make your own diorama to show off your dino in its environment. Best for ages 5 and up with adult help!

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There will be music, play dough, dino dig and more! We’ll read some dinosaur stories and then have playtime.

Alfred Box of Books Library, 1 West University Street, Alfred, NY, 14802-1113, United States

In our final workshop presented by Jennifer Thomas, learn to make a wool felted bird! Registration is required. Call 607-587-9290 or email alfred@stls.org. 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 in Wyoming and Allegany counties by the Arts Council for Wyoming County.

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.