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Volunteer to make Valentines for senior citizens!
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 […]
2 events,
Midterm Calm Kits (Grades 9 – 12)
Midterm Calm Kits (Grades 9 – 12)
Teen Room, 2nd event
We get that Midterms are almost here and we all know Midterms are stressful. The Avon Library and Avon Youth Services Bureau partnered to make Calm Kits for teens to help during this time.  Registration required to get a Calm Kit. Sign up opens immediately, but there is a limited supply of bags available for registration. One bag per teen in […]
3 events,
Teen Wednesdays: Vision Boards
Teen Wednesdays: Vision Boards
Teen Room
When: Wednesday, January 4th from 3:30 – 4:30 pm Where: Teen Room New year, new you! Make a vision board for what you want your year to be. Manifest your dreams.
3 events,
January Teen Readers Unite: She is a Haunting by Trang Thanh Tran
January Teen Readers Unite: She is a Haunting by Trang Thanh Tran
Board Room, 2nd Floor
Date of this discussion: Thurs. 1/5, 5:00-6:00 PM Who can sign up? Teens in Grades 7-12. She is a Haunting by Trang Thanh Tran is recommended for readers 13+. Location: discussion will be in person, in the 2nd Floor Board Room. The first 10 teens to sign up AND pickup their specific book will get […]
3 events,
Teen Fridays: Oreo Taste Off
Teen Fridays: Oreo Taste Off
Teen Room
When: Fri. January 6th, 3:30 – 4:30 pm Where: Teen Room It’s FINALLY Friday! Come down to the library and hang out after school! Help us determine what the best Oreo flavor is! No registration required. Grades 7 – 12.
2 events,
Volunteer to make Valentines for senior citizens!
Midterm Calm Kits (Grades 9 – 12)
3 events,
Maker Monday: Bookstack Bookmark
Maker Monday: Bookstack Bookmark
Teen Room
When: Mon. January 9th, 3:30 - 4:30 pm Where: Teen Room New year, new programs! Maker Mondays will be a series of programs offered Monday after school where we learn about different crafting tools and/or make things! Space and supplies are limited so registration is encouraged! This month we will be making bookstack bookmarks! You […]
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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 […]
3 events,
Teen Movie Day!
Teen Movie Day!
Teen Room
When: Thurs. January 12th 3:30 - 5:00 pm Where: Teen Room There's no school tomorrow! So let's hang out in the teen room and what a movie! Title of movie TBA!
2 events,
Volunteer to make Valentines for senior citizens!
Midterm Calm Kits (Grades 9 – 12)
3 events,
Therapy Dog Visit Session One
Therapy Dog Visit Session One
Community Room
When: Tuesday, January 17th from 3:30 – 4:00 (Session One) Where: Floor 1, Community Room Feeling stressed? Come take a break and boost your spirits! Join us in the community room for some paws-itivity and a general pup-lifting good time! For grades 7 – 12. Registration required
Therapy Dog Visit Session Two
Therapy Dog Visit Session Two
Community Room
When: Tuesday, January 17th from 4:00 – 4:30 (Session Two) Where: Floor 1, Community Room Feeling stressed? Come take a break and boost your spirits! Join us in the community room for some paws-itivity and a general pup-lifting good time! For grades 7 – 12. Registration required
2 events,
Quiet Study Day
Quiet Study Day
Teen Room
When: Wednesday, January 18th from 2:30 - 5:00 pm Where: Teen Room Midterms start tomorrow, come study at the library. The teen room will be a calm and quiet place for the day.
2 events,
Cookies and Coloring
Cookies and Coloring
Teen Room
When: Thurs. January 19th, 3:30 – 4:30 pm Where: Teen Room Take a break and relax after school with music, cookies and coloring sheets! We will have all the coloring sheets, gel pens, and colored pencils you need plus some cookies! Registration not required. For grades 7 – 12.
Big Buddies Winter 2023 Book Buddies: sign up is full
Big Buddies Winter 2023 Book Buddies: sign up is full
Group Study #4, 2nd Floor
All Big Buddy spots are filled. Email Marisa Hicking at mhicking@libraryconnection.info if you have questions. Winter 2023 Book Buddies: sign up for Big Buddies! Teens in Grades 7-12 can sign up to be a Big Buddy! Are you a teen who needs volunteer hours? Do you like volunteering with little kids? Book Buddies is […]
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Teen Fridays: Nintendo Switch Tournament
Teen Fridays: Nintendo Switch Tournament
Teen Room
When: Fri. January 20th, 3:00 – 4:30 pm Where: Teen Room It’s FINALLY Friday! Come down to the library and hang out after school! Think you’re the best gamer in town? Prove it at the library’s monthly Nintendo Switch Tournament*! Winner will not only get bragging right, but will also receive a coveted golden banana […]
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Canceled – Maker Monday
Canceled – Maker Monday
Teen Room
When: Canceled Where: Teen Room Maker Mondays will be a series of programs offered Monday after school where we learn about different crafting tools and/or make things! Space and supplies are limited so registration is encouraged! This time we will be making buttons using the library's button maker! There will be a variety of materials […]
1 event,
Student Leader Advisory Board, SLAB (Grades 7 + 8)
Student Leader Advisory Board, SLAB (Grades 7 + 8)
Teen Room
When: Tuesday, January 24th from 5:30 – 6:30 pm Where: Teen Room Registration required, Grades 7 + 8 Teens in Grades 7 + 8 can now provide input to expand our YA/Teen collection and plan programs! Share your knowledge, creativity and interests to make the Avon Free Public Library a place that teens feel welcome […]
2 events,
CANCELED: Teen Advisory Board (Grades 9 – 12)
CANCELED: Teen Advisory Board (Grades 9 – 12)
Teen Room
When: CANCELED Where: 2nd floor, Teen Room Registration required, Grades 9 – 12 Open to teens in Grades 9-12 who want to get volunteer credit and give their voice to help shape the Teen Room of the Avon Free Public Library. We will discuss and plan future teen programs and vote on books to add […]
Navigating College Admissions Successfully in 2023 (Virtual)
Navigating College Admissions Successfully in 2023 (Virtual)
Online (Zoom)
When: Wednesday, January 4th from 7:00 - 8:00 pm Where: Zoom This Zoom presentation is to help families understand how the lingering effects from the pandemic have changed the college admissions landscape and how it affects Juniors, Sophomores and Freshmen. The recent college admissions cycle was the most competitive to date. With most colleges continuing […]
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Dungeons & Dragons (grades 7 – 12)
Dungeons & Dragons (grades 7 – 12)
White Room, 2nd Floor
When: Thursdays, 5:30 - 7:30 pm Jan 26 Feb 9, 23 March 9, 23 Where: 2nd Floor, White Room The journey begins! Join us for Dungeons and Dragons at the library. All levels welcomed, no experience required! All materials will be provided, just bring a good attitude and sense of adventure! Registration required!
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Teen Fridays: Movie
Teen Fridays: Movie
Teen Room
When: Fri. January 27th, 3:00 – 4:30 pm Where: Teen Room It’s FINALLY Friday! Come down to the library and hang out after school! Hang out and watch a movie in the teen room! We will be watching Disney's UP No registration required. Grades 7 – 12.
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Anime Club (Grades 7 – 12)
Anime Club (Grades 7 – 12)
Teen Room
When: Monday, January 30th from 5:30 - 6:30 pm Where: Teen Room Come the library once a month to discuss and watch anime! Fun, snacks and maybe a craft included! Because most anime is meant for teens and adults, the club content is for teens, ages 13 +. Content will be rated PG or PG-13/TV14 (or the equivalent in the […]
2 events,
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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Teen Games Unplugged: Telestrations
Teen Games Unplugged: Telestrations
Teen Room
When: Weds. February 1st, 3:30 – 4:30 pm Where: Teen Room Your halfway through the week! Come down to the library and hang out after school! Teen Games Unplugged is all about gaming without a screen aka board and card games. This time we are going to learn and play Telestrations! No registration required. Grades […]
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Teen Friday: BINGO!
Teen Friday: BINGO!
Teen Room
When: Fri. February 3rd, 3:30 – 4:30 pm Where: Teen Room It’s FINALLY Friday! Come down to the library and hang out after school! We are playing BINGO! Bring some friends and hang out with your favorite teen librarian, there will be prizes! No registration required. Grades 7 – 12.
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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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