Yard Games

The Boston Free Library now has yard games available for a 7-day loan period. Must be picked up and returned at the Boston Library; not eligible for reservations.

• Corn Hole
• Bocce
• Giant Jenga 
• Volleyball/Badminton 
• Croquet 
• Kubb 
• Kan Jam
• Ladder Ball

Library of Things

Beginning in early 2020, the Boston Free Library will have the following items available for 7-day loan period.  Must be picked up and returned at the Boston Library; not eligible for reservations.

• Sports Action Camera
• Green Screen
• Outdoor Projector and Screen
• Telescope
• Trail Camera
• Ukulele
• Portable Light Therapy Energy Lamp
• Digital Radon Detector
• Metal Detector
• Karaoke System
• Bubble Machine

Purchase of these items was made possible by funding generously secured by Senator Gallivan.

3D Printing at the Boston Library

• Lulzbot Taz 6 Printer available for use
• stl files accepted by email, web link, or USB with approval based on the library's 3D Printer Policy
• Fees based on weight of the finished project at $.05 per gram
• PLA, ABS and PETg available; colors subject to change
• Check out Thingiverse.com for ideas about what types of things can be printed 

 Ongoing Activities 

Call 716-941-3516 to register for all events

• Preschool Story Time
  • Mondays 10:30 AM: January 6th - March 30th 
    • Stories, crafts, games, and songs
    • For ages 3 - 5
    • No Meetings:January 20th or February 17th

• Family Story Time
  • Tuesdays 6:00 PM: January 7th - March 31st
    • Stories, songs, rhymes, crafts and games for the whole family. Recommended for children ages 2-7.
    • The first half of the story time will be geared towards all ages so younger children, infants, and toddlers are welcome to participate with a caregiver. The second half will focus more on crafts and games for children ages 3 and up.
    • No Meeting February 11th

• Canine Good Citizen Reading Dog on Staff
  • Saturdays 10:00 - 2:00 beginning February 1st
    • Stop in and sign up for a session to read to Boston's Canine Good Citizen Therapy Dog. Practicing reading aloud to such a good listener helps children to gain confidence in their abilities.

Special Events

Event Details are also posted on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/BostonFreeLibrary?ref=bookmarks

Call 716-941-3516 to register

Snow Slime

Thursday, January 23rd at 5:00 PM

Come to the library to create Snow Slime - special glittery gooey or fluffy slime! Call to register - Space is limited! Great free fun for all ages!

Kids Yoga with Blue Sky Wellness

Saturday, January 25th at 11:00 AM

Enjoy all the wonderful benefits of yoga presented by Blue Sky Wellness at the Boston Free Library. Recommended for ages 3 to 10. Call 716-941-3516 to register for this free program!

Take Your Child to the Library Day

Saturday, February 1st from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM 

Coloring contest, raffles, prizes, giveaways - the perfect time to come stop in and sign up for your first library card!

Book Craft Day

Saturday, February 1st from 10:30 - 12:30 

We will have stations set up to make a variety of book themed crafts from recycled donated books. Make a hanging book sculpture, book page flowers, folded book animals and more. Call 716-941-3516 to register. Supplies are provided free of charge to all pre-registered attendees. This event will run from 10:30 - 12:30. All ages welcome!

Valentine's Craft

Thursday, February 6th at 5:00 PM

Stop in to make an awesome Valentine's Day surprise.  All supplies provided to pre-registered attendees.  Call 716-941-3516 to register.  All ages welcome. 

Introduction to Watercolors

Thursday, February 20th from 5:30 - 7:30 PM

Join us for a beginner art class taught by Susan Rudnicky. All supplies provided for pre-registered attendees ages 14 and up. Call 716-941-3516 to register.

Kids Yoga with Blue Sky Wellness

Saturday, February 22nd at 11:00 AM

Enjoy all the wonderful benefits of yoga presented by Blue Sky Wellness at the Boston Free Library. Recommended for ages 3 to 10. Call 716-941-3516 to register for this free program!

Build Your Own Terrarium

Saturday, February 29th at 11:00 AM

Build your very own terrarium. Recommended for children ages 5 and up. All supplies provided for free to registered attendees.
Space is limited – please call 716-941-3516 to register!
Presented by the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens

Princess Story Time

Saturday, March 14th at 11:00 AM

Join us for a special snow princess story time! Recommended for ages 3-8.  Meet the Snow Princess, hear some of her favorite stories, and do a princess themed craft! This is the perfect opportunity to dress up in your fanciest princess dress and visit the library! Call 716-941-3516 to register. 

Kids Yoga with Blue Sky Wellness

Saturday, March 21st at 11:00 AM

Enjoy all the wonderful benefits of yoga presented by Blue Sky Wellness at the Boston Free Library. Recommended for ages 3 to 10. Call 716-941-3516 to register for this free program!

Tree Identification Program with Earth Spirit

Saturday, April 18th at 11:00 AM

This exciting program gives attendees the opportunity to learn on how a tree works, look at tree “cookies” with magnifying glasses, and then go outside for a tree ID lesson. Call 716-941-3516 to register.

Rock Painting 101

Saturday, April 25th at 11:00 AM

Maureen Stockdale guides an all ages program on painting rocks. All supplies provided to pre-registered attendees.  Call 716-941-3516 to register.  Stop in the library in April to see her work on display!