Boston Free Library
Hours for 2026:
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
Winter Preschool Story Time
Thursdays at 11:00 AM starting January 8th
Preschool story time for children ages 2-6. Stories, games, songs, and more! Call 716-941-3516 to register.
Adult Ukulele Club - starts again on January 6th
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!
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First and Third Tuesday Writers Club
First and Third Tuesdays of each month from 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Valentine's Crafts
Lego Club
Tuesday, February 24th 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.
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Chess Club
Thursday, February 26th at 5:30 PM
Join us for Boston Free Library's Chess Club meeting on Thursday, February 26th at 5:30 PM. All ages and abilities welcome. Come learn how to play and test our your skills. Call 716-941-3516 to register to attend. Boards will be provided.
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Sourdough Basics
Tuesday, March 10th from 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us for an evening exploring the art of making sourdough with baker Sarah Maurer. Learn the basics and take the beginnings of your very own starter to home! Registration required for supplies preparation - call 716-941-3516 to reserve your spot!
St. Patrick's Day Crafts
Thursday, March 12th at 5:00 PM
Join us for a variety of St. Patrick's Day themed crafts perfect for any age. Call 716-941-3516 to register to attend. Space is limited and registration is required so we are able to prepare enough supplies.
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Lego Club
Tuesday, March 24th 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.
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Spring Garden Maintenance the Easy Way
Saturday, March 28th at 11:00 AM
Just in time to learn how to prepare your garden for the growing season; learn about transplanting, dividing and planting as well as many tips on saving time and money during spring maintenance. Call 716-941-3516 to register to attend this free program! Presented by Lessons From Nature's Lyn Chimera.
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Diamond Art
Tuesday, March 31st from 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Bring a favorite book or small item to be-jewel at the library! For teens and adults. Call 716-941-3516 to register to attend - space is limited. Supplies provided for pre-registered attendees.
Spring Preschool Story Time
Thursdays at 11:00 AM starting April 2nd
Preschool story time for children ages 2-6. Stories, games, songs, and more! Call 716-941-3516 to register.
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Easter Crafts
Thursday, April 2nd at 5:00 PM
Join us for an all ages Easter Craft program! We will have a variety of craft projects suitable to all ages including painted easter eggs and bunny crafts! Registration is required and space is limited. Call 716-941-3516 to register to attend.
Easter Games
Saturday, April 4th from 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Join us for a fun morning of Easter themed games including an egg hunt, bingo, word searches, and more! Free to attend! Recommended for ages 3-10 years old, but all ages are welcome. Call 716-941-3516 to register.
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4-H Jewelry Party
Tuesday, April 14th at 6:00 PM
Make lovely beaded earrings or a bracelet in time for the Erie County Fair or Mother's Day! Call 716-941-3516 to register to attend - space is limited! Presented by Cornell Cooperative Extension.
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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.
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
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
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 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
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