Don’t Be A Zoombie: Virtual Etiquette & Presentation Skills
The Avon/Canton Chamber of Commerce and the Avon Free Public Library are pleased to offer business-oriented presentations free for interested area professionals. Professionals are connecting online now more than ever; and with this new world comes a unique set of challenges and expectations. This presentation is for anyone currently using Zoom who wants to get […]
Current Events Club (virtual meeting)
An event every week that begins at 11:00 am on Thursday, repeating until Thursday, December 31, 2020
An event every week that begins at 11:00 am on Thursday, repeating until Thursday, February 25, 2021
An event every week that begins at 11:00 am on Thursday, repeating until Friday, April 30, 2021
An event every week that begins at 11:00 am on Thursday, repeating until Friday, May 28, 2021
This is a freewheeling discussion of current affairs, culture, and anything else on our minds. There are never any shortage of topics to explore, and opinions to voice. Plan on about an hour or so of conversation and debate, organized by Avon residents. Please register and a Zoom link will be sent to you before the event.
Turtles are Treasures
What’s the difference between a turtle and a tortoise? How many kinds of turtles live in Connecticut? When did the first turtle appear on Earth? Turtles are Treasures is a presentation about these charming shelled reptiles, from the first turtles to modern-day species, and their vital role for a healthy planet. Master Wildlife Conservationist Maureen Heidtmann […]
Big Buddy sign up for SPRING 2021 BOOK BUDDIES
One event on Thursday, April 29, 2021 at 4:00 pm
One event on Thursday, May 6, 2021 at 4:00 pm
One event on Thursday, May 13, 2021 at 4:00 pm
Spring 2021 Virtual Book Buddies sign up for Big Buddies! (if you want to sign your child in Grades K-3 up to be a Little Buddy, go here) Time: 4:00-5:00 PM Dates: Thursday April 22, 29, and Thursday May 6, 13. Check your schedule that you can attend all 4 meetings! Who can be a […]
Little Buddy sign up for SPRING 2021 BOOK BUDDIES
One event on Thursday, April 29, 2021 at 4:00 pm
One event on Thursday, May 6, 2021 at 4:00 pm
One event on Thursday, May 13, 2021 at 4:00 pm
Spring Winter 2021 Virtual Book Buddies sign up for Little Buddies! (if you’re a teen in Grades 7-12 and want to sign up, go here) Time: 4:00-5:00 PM Dates: Thursday April 22, 29, and Thursday May 6, 13. Check your schedule that you can attend all 4 meetings! What is the Book Buddies program? Little […]
April 2021 HVAC Update
Work continues on the new geothermal HVAC system at Avon Library. Over 2/3 of the 36 new wells have been drilled and some trenching has been completed. A new manifold is installed in the basement to connect the geothermal wells to heat pumps. Demolition of 13 old heat pumps, either associated with wells that have […]
Unearthing History: 2021 Virtual History Series
Join us for a virtual series of lectures, sponsored by a grant from Farmington Bank Community Foundation that will cover the archaeology, geology, and anthropology of life along the Farmington River, including the Brian D. Jones Paleo-Indian discovery in Avon.
6 Steps to a Better Business
The Avon/Canton Chamber of Commerce and the Avon Free Public Library are pleased to offer business-oriented presentations free for interested area professionals. We will teach a process for building your business, focusing on common challenges of business owners around TIME, TEAM and MONEY. This simple and easy to understand model works with any type of […]
Introduction to QuickBooks Online
The Avon/Canton Chamber of Commerce and the Avon Free Public Library are pleased to offer business-oriented presentations free for interested area professionals. This interactive presentation is designed particularly for businesses that manage their own financial records. QuickBooks Online is one option for your business when it comes to accounting and bookkeeping. Learn how to use […]
Need more e-books? eGO has got you covered!
The Connecticut State Library provides a collection of over 25,000 e-books and e-audiobooks available to state residents through the free SimplyE app. Many of Avon Library’s e-books are also available through SimplyE app, making it a great first spot to search for your next read. Visit the eGO website or checkout Avon Library’s Stream & Download […]
