Children's Programs
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Volunteer to make Valentines for senior citizens!
Children’s Information Desk
A fun volunteer opportunity! The Avon Library and the Avon Youth Services Bureau will provide card making supplies for you to make cards for the senior citizens of Avon to bring them cheer and hope. We are partnering with the Avon Youth Services Board to distribute them to the Avon Senior Citizen Center, assisted living […]
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Razzle Dazzle Dance Party
Razzle Dazzle Dance Party
Community Room
We will read, dance, play instruments, stretch, and sign in this busy, movement based group. Hear favorite classic songs, fun from Laurie Berkner, and even some popular radio and movie tunes. Who: For ages five and under with a caregiver Geared to ages 2 – 4, siblings are welcome! When: Wednesday mornings @ 11 a.m. […]
Open Art Studio
Open Art Studio
Children’s Art Studio
Wednesdays Drop in 11:30 am – 12:15 pm as space allows All ages with caregiver Art experiences designed to encourage creativity January 4, 11, 18 & 25
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Little Lemurs
Little Lemurs
Community Room
Come for early literacy fun featuring stories, ukulele songs, action rhymes, and movement! This 30 minute interactive program is specifically geared toward children aged 2 and 3. For ages 2 and 3 with caregiver. (Siblings are welcome) Friday mornings, Jan. 6, 20, 27, Feb. 3, 10, 17 (Please note: program will not meet on Jan. […]
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Cyber Dragons Robot Showcase
Cyber Dragons Robot Showcase
Community Room
IN THE COMMUNITY ROOM ~ FIRST FLOOR Do you want to learn more about robotics? Are you interested in engineering or programming? We are a group of Middle and High Schoolers in Avon part of FTC (First Tech Challenge). We will give a demo of our ROBOT and the amazing features it has! Watch us […]
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Chess Club
Chess Club
Children’s Department Main Room
Do you love playing chess? Are you looking to meet other players and expand your chess playing skills? Are you in grades 3-8? Come to chess club! We will meet on the following Mondays from 6:30-7:30pm: Monday, January 9 Monday, February 6 Monday, March 13 We meet on the 2nd floor of the children’s department. […]
4 events,
Cancelled for 1/10/23: Do, Re, (You &) Me! Music program with Ms. Jaimee at the Piano- January & February (a.m.)
Cancelled for 1/10/23: Do, Re, (You &) Me! Music program with Ms. Jaimee at the Piano- January & February (a.m.)
Children’s Department Main Room
Today's, 1/10/23, Do, Re, (You &) Me! program at 11:00 AM is cancelled. Thank you for your understanding. All other Do, Re, (You &) Me! Music programs with Ms. Jaimee will occur. A music program for children 6 and under with caregiver with Ms. Jaimee on the Children’s Department Main Floor! Tuesday mornings at […]
Cancelled for 1/10/23: Do, Re, (You &) Me! Music program with Ms. Jaimee at the Piano- January & February (afternoon)
Cancelled for 1/10/23: Do, Re, (You &) Me! Music program with Ms. Jaimee at the Piano- January & February (afternoon)
Children’s Department Main Room
Today's, 1/10/23, Do, Re, (You &) Me! program at 1 :00 PM is cancelled. Thank you for your understanding. All other Do, Re, (You &) Me! Music programs with Ms. Jaimee will occur. A music program for children 6 and under with caregiver with Ms. Jaimee on the Children’s Department Main Floor! Tuesday afternoons […]
January Kid Readers Unite (KRU) book discussion of Freestyle
January Kid Readers Unite (KRU) book discussion of Freestyle
Community Room
Who is the event for? This group is only for those enrolled in Grades 4, 5 & 6. This is based on the content and interest level of the books being read and not reading level. The group is intended to allow peers in the same grades to discuss books together. There is a strong focus on peer interaction and opinion […]
2 events,
Open Art Studio – Special
Open Art Studio – Special
Children’s Art Studio
OPEN ART STUDIO FEATURING MODEL MAGIC CLAY! other art materials include colored pencils, line markers, dot markers, crayons and texture plates Families with children of all ages are welcome! Drop in between 2:00 – 3:00
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Canceled due to weather. Do, Re, (You &) Me! Music program with Ms. Jaimee at the Piano- January & February (a.m.)
Canceled due to weather. Do, Re, (You &) Me! Music program with Ms. Jaimee at the Piano- January & February (a.m.)
Children’s Department Main Room
This program has been canceled due to the inclement weather & for the safety of all. A music program for children 6 and under with caregiver with Ms. Jaimee on the Children’s Department Main Floor! Tuesday mornings at 11:00 a.m. January 10: Favorites! January 17: On the Go! January 24: Outer Space! January 31: […]
Canceled due to inclement weather Do, Re, (You &) Me! Music program with Ms. Jaimee at the Piano- January & February (afternoon)
Canceled due to inclement weather Do, Re, (You &) Me! Music program with Ms. Jaimee at the Piano- January & February (afternoon)
Children’s Department Main Room
This program has been canceled due to the inclement weather & for the safety of all. A music program for children 6 and under with caregiver with Ms. Jaimee on the Children’s Department Main Floor! Tuesday afternoons at 1:00 p.m. January 10: Favorites! January 17: On the Go! January 24: Outer Space! January 31: […]
2 events,
Winter Lego Club
Winter Lego Club
Children’s Department Main Room
Wednesdays on the floor of the Children's Department (2nd Floor). Who: for kids age 6-12. Registration required. When: 6:30-7:30 PM on these dates: January 18, 25 February 1, 8, 15 LEGOs will be provided by the library. Kids will get materials and will free build during the program time. Each listing/date has a separate sign […]
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Baby and Me
Baby and Me
Children’s Storytime Room
BABY AND ME Thursdays 11:00 to 11:30 Books, rhymes, songs, baby sign language and bubbles! For babies: newborn to 12 months with a caregiver Registration required January 19, 26 February 2, 9, 16, 23 March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Sign up once to be registered for all dates in this session
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Crazy 8’s Bedtime Math Season THREE for Grades K – 2!
Crazy 8’s Bedtime Math Season THREE for Grades K – 2!
Children’s Art Studio
Join us for 8 weeks of fun activities designed to strengthen your child’s math skills! Crazy 8s is the nation’s largest recreational after-school math club for kids in grades K-2. Monday afternoons from 4:30 – 5:30 in the Art Studio (second floor). We will meet weekly from January 30 to March 27! Space is […]
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Nutmeg Narwhals Book Club
Nutmeg Narwhals Book Club
Children’s Art Studio
This month we will read “My Pet Human" by Yasmine Surovec. Nutmeg Narwhals is a book club that meets approximately once a month where we discuss elementary Nutmeg nominees! This book discussion is recommended for grades 2-3 (open to grades 1-3). At each meeting we discuss the book and participate in an activity related to […]
Bee Yourself (BeeYSF)
Bee Yourself (BeeYSF)
Children’s Storytime Room
Who is the event for? This group is only for those enrolled in Grades 4, 5 & 6. The group is intended to allow peers in the same grades to meet. There is a strong focus on peer interaction. When and where is the meeting? Tuesday, 1/24 @ 5 pm IN PERSON @ the Library, 2nd Floor […]
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Canceled for tonight, 1/25: Winter Lego Club
Canceled for tonight, 1/25: Winter Lego Club
Children’s Department Main Room
Canceled for tonight, 1/25 due to the inclement weather. All registrants have been emailed. Wednesdays on the floor of the Children's Department (2nd Floor). Who: for kids age 6-12. Registration required. When: 6:30-7:30 PM on these dates: January 18, 25 February 1, 8, 15 LEGOs will be provided by the library. Kids will get […]
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Sleepytime Stories and Stretches
Sleepytime Stories and Stretches
Children’s Department Main Room
Relax before bedtime with stories, stretches, songs, and movement. Come hear stories, stretch, breathe and explore simple yoga poses! Bring your own mat or towel, or use a mat provided by the library. Caregivers are invited to participate as they feel comfortable. For children ages 4-6 with a caregiver. Select Monday evenings at 6:30pm (once […]
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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 […]
Think & Thrive – RESCHEDULED to 2/21
Think & Thrive – RESCHEDULED to 2/21
Community Room
We will read, sing, stretch, and breathe in this movement based group all based around social-emotional learning themes. The group will be followed by creativity based art exploration. This month's theme: Mindfulness & Active Listening Who: For ages six and under with a caregiver Geared to ages 3 - 5, siblings are welcome! When: Tuesday […]
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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Black History Month Bingo
Children’s Information Desk
Who? For Grades 6 and Under When? Between Thurs. Feb 8th and Tues. Feb 28th Where? Pick up your bingo board from the 2nd Floor and return your completed board to the 2nd Floor kids desk. What? Engage with library materials related to black history through our bingo board. Write what you did in the space provided. […]
Open Art Studio Specials
Open Art Studio Specials
Children’s Art Studio
Explore creative art experiences with us! Who: For all ages When: Wednesday mornings from 11:30 am - 12:15 pm / February 1st & 8th February 1st: Colorful Art with Shapes & Paper February 8th: Art Meets Science with Water & Ink Where: Art Studio (2nd Floor) Drop in anytime as space allows.
Winter Lego Club
Winter Lego Club
Children’s Department Main Room
Wednesdays on the floor of the Children's Department (2nd Floor). Who: for kids age 6-12. Registration required. When: 6:30-7:30 PM on these dates: January 18, 25 February 1, 8, 15 LEGOs will be provided by the library. Kids will get materials and will free build during the program time. Each listing/date has a separate sign […]
2 events,
Book Buddies Winter 2023. Little Buddies sign up here!
Book Buddies Winter 2023. Little Buddies sign up here!
Children’s Storytime Room
(Click here if you are a teen and want to sign up to be a Big Buddy) Parents: sign up your child to be a Little Buddy! Little Buddies must currently be in Grade K, 1, 2, or 3! This program will meet 4 times: We will meet IN PERSON AT THE LIBRARY from […]
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Facebook Free Book Friday
Online – AFPL Kids Facebook
When: Between Friday, February 3rd, and Friday, February 17thWhat: Enter to win a book pack in honor of Black History Month The Books: I Have a Superpower by Stephen Curry (hardcover picture book), and Miles Lewis: King of the Ice (1) & Whiz Kid (2) by Kelly Staling Lyons (paperback early chapter books) Our random […]
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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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