Boston Free Library

Boston Free Library
Library Info

9475 Boston State Rd.
Boston, NY 14025
United States

716-941-3516
Lydia Herren, Director

Located on Boston State Road, (Route 391), between Boston Cross and Boston Colden Road. Wheelchair accessible, entrance ramp. Basement children’s, young adult, and community room areas accessible by chairlift and stairs.  Parking lot available.

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Technology Access

Wireless Internet Access Available
Public Access Computers: 6 computers, networked (printing 10 cents per page B&W, 25 cents color) Microsoft Office Applications, Internet Access, Misc. 
2 free public scanners available.
"What can I do at a Public Access Computer?" 
We also offer Mobile Printing from your phone or other device.
Black and white copies are available at 15 cents per page.
Chromekits (Chromebook + Hotspot) available to check out for at-home internet access.

Beyond Books at Boston

The Boston Free Library offers many things beyond books, movies, and music

Check out our Library of Things here (pdf).

Yard Games: Corn Hole, Bocce, Giant Jenga, Volleyball/Badminton, Croquet, Kubb, Kan Jam, Ladder Ball, Ring Toss

Library of Things: 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, Film Slide, Negative and Photo Converter, Super 8 and 8 mm Film Converter, Record Player - Converts Vinyl, Cassette and CD to USB Flash Drive, ClearClick Video Converter - Converts VHS or other video sources to digital, VHS-C Adapter, VCR, HDMI Cloner Box, Osmo Genius Kit, Makey Makey

Technology: 3D Printer (Lulzbot Taz 6) available for public use, fee of $0.05 per gram finished project weight, Cricut Maker Machine: patrons must supply their own materials for Cricut projects, i.e. vinyl, cardstock, etc.

Sports Equipment: Kid’s sized Tennis, Lacrosse, and Snowshoe Kits, Adult Sized Snowshoes

Community Meeting Room

Contact the library at 716-941-3516 to inquire about schedule availability.
Community Meeting Room Capacity is 50
Community Meeting Room Policy (pdf)
Meeting Room Application  (pdf)

Exhibits and Displays

Contact the library at 716-941-3516 to inquire about schedule availability for artist displays.
Exhibits and Displays Policy (pdf) 

Policies 

Boston Free Library Policies (pdf)

System-Wide Policies

The Boston Free Library is a member of the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library System.

  • Boston Free Library

    Hours for 2025: 

    Monday 10-7

    Tuesday 12-8

    Thursday 10-7

    Friday 12-5

    Saturday 10-2 

     

    Beyond Books at Boston:

    Check out our Library of Things here.

     

    Special Events

    Summer Preschool Story Time

    Thursdays at 11:00 AM June 5th - August 28th

    Preschool story time for children ages 2-6. Stories, games, songs, and more! Call 716-941-3516 to register.

    Adult Ukulele Club

    Tuesdays from 1:30 - 3:00 PM

    Join us for an open jam, including ukulele instruction for beginners. Call 716-941-3516 to register. If you don't have your own ukulele, we even have one you can borrow from the library.  Bring along your favorite songs to share and learn some new ones!

    Adult Ukulele Club Tuesday January 14th at 1:30 PM

    First and Third Tuesday Writers Club

    First and Third Tuesdays of each month from 6:00 - 7:30 PM through June 17th then resuming August 19th

    Writing is a lonely activity and how do you know if you're doing it right - or wrong - and what are the rules anyway? (Hint - if there's a rule, there's a piece of writing breaking it.)
    Whether you're just beginning your memoir, editing a poem, or preparing to query your novel, gather with other scribes to discuss the business and craft of writing. Feedback, hints, and prompts await. Encouragement and commiseration provided. Help cheer on others while they celebrate your work. First and Third Tuesday Night Writing Club meets from 6pm to 7:30 pm on - you guessed it - the first and third Tuesdays of the month downstairs at the Boston Free Library.
    Call 716-941-3516 to register or drop in to check it out.

    First and Third Tuesday Writers Club

    Teen Book Club

    Tuesdays at 6:00 PM from July 1st - August 19th

    For ages 12-17.  We will be reading 3 titles together: one title with a focus on trivia like Battle of the Books, one historical fiction, and one book turned into a movie with a screening of the movie at the library! Call 716-941-3516 to register.  


    Bubble Day

    Thursday, July 10th from 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

    Join us for the Boston Free Library's Annual Bubble Day from 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM on Thursday, July 10th.  We will be making bubble wands and bubble solution and testing it all out.  All ages welcome. Call 716-941-3516 to register to attend!


    Craft Fridays

    July 11th, July 25th, August 8th, August 22nd from 3:00 - 4:30 PM

    Join us for fun, free and family-friendly craft projects! All ages welcome. Call 716-941-3516 to register to attend. Please specify which sessions you plan on attending. Registration is required so we are able to prepare enough supplies for all attendees.


    Chi Flow with AFC716

    Mondays at 1:00 PM from July 14th - August 18th 

    Chi Flow uses Tai Chi movements to help the body move more fluidly.  This is a beginner level class geared towards adults and seniors that will build balance, stability and mobility.  Call 716-941-3516 to reserve your spot for this free 6 week series.  Space is limited.  


    Summer Jamboree

    Thursday, July 24th from 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

    The Boston Free Library's Summer Jamboree is on Thursday, July 24th from 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM.  Local craft and art vendors, live music with the Boston Town Band, hot dogs for sale, crafts and activities for the kids, and a large basket raffle. Come support the Boston Free Library at the Boston Town Hall Lions Shelter.
    8500 Boston State Road
    Boston, NY 14025


    Lego Club

    Monday, July 28th 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

    Join us for Lego Club night! Spend the evening building a masterpiece at the library with our collection of generously donated Legos and your creation will be displayed until the next month's Lego Club.  Call 716-941-3516 to register to attend.  


    Pond Life

    Thursday, July 31st at 5:00 PM

    Presented by the NYS Parks and Recreation Department

    Learn about all the amazing life that exists in the typical Western New York Pond! Participants will get the chance to inspect pond life using nets and magnifiers to get a closer look at insects, fish and tadpoles. For ages 5 and up.  Call 716-941-3516 to register to attend!


    Kids Karate

    Saturday, August 2nd

    A free introduction to karate designed just for kids presented by World Class Karate! 

    We have two sessions:
    Little Dragons for kids ages 3 - 5 at 11:00 AM and
    Kids Karate for kids ages 6-10 at 12:00 PM

    Call 716-941-3516 to register - space is limited.


    Lego Club

    Monday, August 25th from 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

    Join us for Lego Club night! Spend the evening building a masterpiece at the library with our collection of generously donated Legos and your creation will be displayed until the next month's Lego Club.  Call 716-941-3516 to register to attend. 

     

    Curbside/Walk-Up Services Continue to be Available:

    Call the library 716-941-3516 or email bos@buffalolib.org during open hours to request titles from items available at the Boston Free Library. Check the library's online catalog using the "Limit Search Results" selecting "Boston" to see currently available items. A staff member will record the titles requested and check them out on your library card. 

    Beyond Books at Boston

    Sports Equipment

    Now you can check out sports equipment through the library!

    Available kits include:

    • Kid's Sized Tennis Kits: 2 rackets and 4 tennis balls - courts open and free to use behind the Boston Town Hall and at Sprague Brook Park
    • Kid's Snowshoe Kits - perfect for a winter day at Sprague Brook or on any of the nearby trails! (Best for ages 5+).
      • Two sizes available: Small and Large Youth Sizes

    * A parent or guardian must sign a waiver and be present the first time equipment is borrowed. Equipment must be borrowed from and returned to the Boston Free Library. 

    Library of Things

    Library of Things

    Check out what items are available through our catalog!

    Images of all items available here.

    The Boston Free Library has the following items available for 7-day loan period.  Must be checked out on a valid adult library card and picked up and returned at the Boston Library during open hours.

    • Sports Action Camera
    • Green Screen
    • Outdoor Projector and Screen
    • Telescope
    • Trail Camera
    • Engine Diagnostic Code Reader
    • Ukulele
    • Portable Light Therapy Energy Lamp
    • Digital Radon Detector
    • Metal Detector and Metal Detector Pinpointer
    • Karaoke System
    • Bubble Machine
    • Film Slide, Negative and Photo Converter
    • Super 8 and 8 mm Film Converter
    • Record Player - Converts Vinyl, Cassette and CD to USB Flash Drive
    • ClearClick Video Converter - Converts VHS or other video sources to digital
    • VHS-C Adapter
    • VCR
    • HDMI Cloner Box
    • External CD/DVD Drive
    • Osmo Genius Kit
    • Makey Makey
    • Laser Level
    • NYS Parks Pass
    • Buffalo Museum of Science Passes

    Purchase of these items was made possible by funding generously secured by Senator Gallivan and by the Friends of the Boston Library, Inc.

    Chromebook Kits

    Chromebook Kit

    Chromebook Kits (Chromebook + Hotspot) are now available to check out at the Boston Free Library.  

    Overview and Frequently Asked Questions

    Parent/Guardian Chromebook Kit Checkout Agreement

    Yard Games

    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
    • Ring Toss
    • Spikeball
    • Table Tennis
    • Pickleball Set

    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 

    Cricut Maker Machine

    • Available for public use during library hours
    • Basic cardstock provided, patrons are responsible for providing any other appropriate materials for projects