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Ms. Demeanor: An in-person author event with Elinor Lipman!
Ms. Demeanor: An in-person author event with Elinor Lipman!
Community Room
Join us for a delightful evening with Elinor Lipman to celebrate her new book, Ms. Demeanor, coming December 27, 2022 from Harper! Jane Morgan is a valued member of her law firm—or was, until a prudish neighbor, binoculars poised, observes her having sex on the roof of her NYC apartment building. Police are summoned, and […]
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(In-Person Event) A Night with a Professional Organizer
(In-Person Event) A Night with a Professional Organizer
Community Room
Like watching Marie Kondo and The Home Edit on TV? Meet Local Professional Organizer Maria Grove for a night of organizing tips, tricks and inspiration. She'll teach you how to organize your closet and start good habits in your home. Bring your questions - Maria will personally solve your organizing problems. Maria is a certified […]
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Yoga for Everybody: Sundays in January (virtual program)
Yoga for Everybody: Sundays in January (virtual program)
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Join us for a series of four yoga classes: 2pm on Sundays, January 8, 15, 22 , 29. Yoga is a beneficial practice for everyone and every body. It improves immune function, makes us more flexible and strong, helps us to balance better, breathe better, and stand up straighter! But sometimes fear keeps us from […]
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In-Person Russia Book Discussion Series: Between Shades of Gray
In-Person Russia Book Discussion Series: Between Shades of Gray
Community Room
Mon., Jan. 9, 2023 at 2 PM: Between Shades of Gray by Ariel Lawhon In 1941, Lina and her family are pulled from their Lithuanian home by Soviet guards and sent to Siberia, where her father is sentenced to death in a prison camp while she fights for her life, vowing to honor her family and […]
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In Algorithms We Trust. But Should We? (Virtual Program)
In Algorithms We Trust. But Should We? (Virtual Program)
Online (Zoom)
In Algorithms We Trust. But Should We? Algorithms are the engines of social media. It's what makes platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and TikTok function and be engaging. Yet, most of us vaguely know how algorithms work and how they can affect us. Algorithms are becoming more powerful every day, but the question is, should we […]
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(In-Person Event) Morning Book Club: Station Eleven
(In-Person Event) Morning Book Club: Station Eleven
Atrium, First Floor Reference Area
Join the Morning Book Club to talk about Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel. This post-apocalyptic science fiction novel explores civilization from multiple perspectives and is the basis for a new Netflix series. Copies of the book and a reader's guide will be available to check out ahead of time at the Reference Desk. […]
(In-Person Event) Digestive Wellness
(In-Person Event) Digestive Wellness
Community Room
Wellness starts with nourishing food. We are not just what we eat- we are what we DIGEST. Good health begins and ends with our digestion. Please join Angela Sum in a presentation on the importance of “Digestive Wellness.” Presenter: Angela is a certified health coach and Avon resident. She works with clients virtually to navigate […]
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Sundays at Three – the KC Sisters
Sundays at Three – the KC Sisters
Community Room
Featured on season 1 of Nickelodeon's brand new show "America's Most Musical Family", Connecticut based five-some the KC Sisters – ranging in age from 19-24 - stir up an explosive Americana flavored vocal/instrumental mix of country, R&B, gospel and more. Having shared their dynamic, harmony driven vocal and instrumental excitement in hundreds of performances throughout their […]
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(Virtual Event) Start the New Year with Meditation
(Virtual Event) Start the New Year with Meditation
Online (Zoom)
The New Year is a time to create a clean slate. Join Bruce Faithwick long time meditator for this powerful workshop. He has been inspiring audiences on how to practice and learn this very simple technique which provides many benefits. There will even be a little meditation sitting at the end. Bring joy, peace, positivity […]
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The Post-Impressionists: A Virtual Art Series
The Post-Impressionists: A Virtual Art Series
Online (Zoom)
What Came after the Impressionists? Well, Post-Impressionism for one thing, first coined by the art critic Roger Fry in 1906. Learn how the artists of this new art movement, still […]
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(Virtual) Selection and Care of Indoor Plants
(Virtual) Selection and Care of Indoor Plants
Online (Zoom)
Growing plants in the home or office is a great way to bring the outdoors inside and enjoy plants year-round. This talk will take you through the steps of how to select, and take care of indoor plants and fill your home with life and color. Presented by Dr. Yonghao Li from the Connecticut Agricultural […]
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The Way We Were: Virtual Film Discussion
The Way We Were: Virtual Film Discussion
Online (Zoom)
Join us for a virtual film discussion of The Way We Were, the 1973 American romantic drama film directed by Sydney Pollack and starring Barbra Streisand and Robert Redford, the week before we host the Robert Hofler, the author of a new book about the film. (For details on the author talk with Robert Hofler, […]
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Love is in the Air: Romance on the Screen/Virtual Film Discussions
Love is in the Air: Romance on the Screen/Virtual Film Discussions
Online (Zoom)
Love is in the Air! Romance on the screen: four virtual film discussions. Join us on Monday nights (no meeting on 2/20). View the films at home (check https://www.justwatch.com for options) and join us for a Zoom discussion. January 30, Before Sunrise - Directed by Richard Linklater. Ethan Hawke and Julie Delpy sparkle as two […]
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Yoga for Everybody (Virtual Classes, Tuesday Mornings in Jan-Feb)
Yoga for Everybody (Virtual Classes, Tuesday Mornings in Jan-Feb)
Join us for four morning classes this winter: 9am on January 31, February 7, 14, 21. Yoga is a beneficial practice for everyone and every body. It improves immune function, makes us more flexible and strong, helps us to balance better, breathe better, and stand up straighter! But sometimes fear keeps us from even trying […]
Session 1: Winter Gingerbread House Building
Session 1: Winter Gingerbread House Building
Children’s Storytime Room
Everyone is welcome to bring their creativity to build with graham crackers, royal icing, and a lot of sweet treats. Who is the event for? This is open to all ages: children, teens, adults, and senior citizens. When: Tues. January 31st Choose 1 session to sign up for: Session 1: 5:00-6:00 pm (Registration below) Session […]
Session 2: Winter Gingerbread House Building
Session 2: Winter Gingerbread House Building
Children’s Storytime Room
Everyone is welcome to bring their creativity to build with graham crackers, royal icing, and a lot of sweet treats. Who is the event for? This is open to all ages: children, teens, adults, and senior citizens. When: Tues. January 31st Time: Choose 1 session to sign up for: Session 1: 5:00-6:00 pm (For session […]
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The Way They Were: Virtual Author Event with Robert Hofler
The Way They Were: Virtual Author Event with Robert Hofler
Online (Zoom)
Join us for a virtual discussion with Robert Hofler, to discuss his new book! (A film discussion of the movie will take place the week before, on 1/26/23 at 7pm via Zoom. To join that program, register here). Coinciding with the 50th anniversary of The Way We Were, this intriguing and impeccably researched book is the […]
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Take Your Child to the Library Day: Eat Ice Cream For Breakfast!
Take Your Child to the Library Day: Eat Ice Cream For Breakfast!
Children’s Art Studio
Happy National Eat Ice Cream for Breakfast Day! This holiday was created in the 1960s, in New York during Winter. Why? Why not. Come celebrate Take Your Child to the Library Day by visiting the 2nd Floor Children's Department to eat free ice cream for breakfast (or brunch, or lunch). Friends of the Avon Free […]
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