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4 events,
January Art Exhibit: New Perspectives: a Celebration of What is Possible by Inspire Arts
Gallery Exhibit
January Art Exhibit: New Perspectives: a Celebration of What is Possible by Inspire Arts A mixed media exhibition featuring the work of artists from Inspire Arts; a program that uses creativity to support those successfully living with acquired brain injuries. Learn more about this wonderful organization @ www.inspireartsct.com
**All bags have been claimed** Volunteer to make Valentine Cards for Senior Citizens
Children’s Information Desk
Card making for seniors is back! This session of card making is: Valentine's Day cards. 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 […]
Sundays at Three: Narragansett Bay Chorus
Sundays at Three: Narragansett Bay Chorus
Community Room
The Narragansett Bay Chorus performs popular music in the 4-part a cappella style known as “Barbershop”. Sundays at Three is sponsored by the Friends of the Avon Library. Free tickets at the doors starting at 2:15 pm. Doors open at 2:30. The hour-long programs start at 3:00 pm.
11 events,
Rockin’ Raccoons Storytime
Rockin’ Raccoons Storytime
Children’s Department Main Room
Select Mondays from 11-11:30 AM When?: January 22, 29, February 5, 12, 29. Where?: Children’s Main Floor on the Big Carpet Enjoy storytelling, songs, and fun activities! This story time is open to all ages, but is geared towards friends under 6 with their caregivers! Registration is encouraged, drop ins are welcome.
16 events,
11 events,
Open Art Studio
Open Art Studio
Children’s Art Studio
Art experiences designed to encourage creativity for families with children of all ages Drop in between 11:00 and 12:00 Wednesdays April 24 May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 June 5, 12, 19, 26 ADD TO CALENDAR
13 events,
February Art Exhibit: Avon Middle School
Gallery Exhibit
February Art Exhibit: Avon Middle School On display in our Gallery for the month of February is a collection of work from the talented students of Avon Middle School. Make sure to stop by and see the creativity of these young artists! Opening Reception: Thursday, February 8th, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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! Currently signing up babies: newborn to 12 months with a caregiver Registration required April 4 May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 June 6, 13, 20, 27
Current Events (virtual program)
Current Events (virtual program)
Online (Zoom)
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 […]
8 events,
Little Lemurs storytime
Little Lemurs storytime
Community Room
An early literacy program geared toward children ages 2 and 3 with a caregiver. Siblings are welcome! We’ll read stories, engage in music and movement, and learn action rhymes and fingerplays, all to encourage early literacy development and a love of reading. Fridays at 11am, in the community room on the first floor. Jan 12, […]
Rise Above the Story: A Moderated Conversation with Karena Kilcoyne (Virtual)
Rise Above the Story: A Moderated Conversation with Karena Kilcoyne (Virtual)
Online (Zoom)
Rise Above the Story: Free Yourself From Past Trauma and Create the Life You Want Join us for a moderated conversation with Karena Kilcoyne, to celebrate her new book. What do we do when the pain of the past is too much to bear? When trauma and shame overwhelm us? When we feel empty and […]
6 events,
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 Storytime Room
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 […]
5 events,
Remembering Connecticut’s Colored Regiments: Film Screenings and Discussion (in-person)
Remembering Connecticut’s Colored Regiments: Film Screenings and Discussion (in-person)
Offsite: Avon Senior Center
S C R E E N I N G S • D I S C U S S I O N • R E C E P T I O N Screening of “The Connecticut 29th” written and produced in 2023 by Berlin Equity Action Team. This 15-minute video includes a brief history of the […]
D&D (for adults)
D&D (for adults)
Computer Lab, 1st Floor
The second session of D&D will meet in the computer lab. This session is already full! This group is led by Tyler, our DM. This series is sponsored by the Friends of the Avon Library.
13 events,
Rockin’ Raccoons Storytime
Rockin’ Raccoons Storytime
Children’s Department Main Room
Select Mondays from 11-11:30 AM When?: January 22, 29, February 5, 12, 29. Where?: Children’s Main Floor on the Big Carpet Enjoy storytelling, songs, and fun activities! This story time is open to all ages, but is geared towards friends under 6 with their caregivers! Registration is encouraged, drop ins are welcome.
10 events,
Do, Re, (You &) Me! January & February 2024 (a.m.)
Do, Re, (You &) Me! January & February 2024 (a.m.)
Children’s Department Main Room
A music program with Ms. Jaimee on the main floor of the Children’s Department (near the piano). For Children ages 6 and under with a caregiver! Tuesdays at 11:00 a.m. […]
Do, Re, (You &) Me! January & February 2024 (p.m.)
Do, Re, (You &) Me! January & February 2024 (p.m.)
Children’s Department Main Room
A music program with Ms. Jaimee on the main floor of the Children’s Department (near the piano). For Children ages 6 and under with a caregiver! Tuesday afternoons at 1:00 p.m. January 9: Winter Weather January 16: Keep the Beat! January 23: Food January 30: Cats & Dogs! February 6: Favorites! February 13: Valentine’s Day […]
14 events,
Wednesday Morning Book Club: The Lying Game
Wednesday Morning Book Club: The Lying Game
Atrium, First Floor Reference Area
Join the Morning Book Club to talk about The Lying Game by Ruth Ware. Praise for Ruth Ware’s instant New York Times, USA TODAY, and Los Angeles Times bestseller: “So many questions....Until the very last page! Needless to say, I could not put this book down!” —Reese Witherspoon “Once again the author of The Woman in Cabin 10 delivers mega-chills.” —People “Missing Big […]
12 events,
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! Currently signing up babies: newborn to 12 months with a caregiver Registration required April 4 May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 June 6, 13, 20, 27
5 events,
Little Lemurs storytime
Little Lemurs storytime
Community Room
An early literacy program geared toward children ages 2 and 3 with a caregiver. Siblings are welcome! We’ll read stories, engage in music and movement, and learn action rhymes and fingerplays, all to encourage early literacy development and a love of reading. Fridays at 11am, in the community room on the first floor. Jan 12, […]
Teen Friday: BINGO!
Teen Friday: BINGO!
Teen Room
When: Friday, February 9th from 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.
5 events,
Robotics Showcase and Mini Scrimmage of Cyber Dragons vs Farmington Techno T-Rexes
Robotics Showcase and Mini Scrimmage of Cyber Dragons vs Farmington Techno T-Rexes
Children’s Department Main Room
Do you want to learn more about robotics? Are you interested in engineering or programming? Come see the Cyber Dragons, a group of Middle and High Schoolers in Avon part of FTC (First Tech Challenge) scrimmage against the Farminton Techno T-Rexes! This program is for all ages, all families and students of all ages are […]
5 events,
Sundays at Three: Opera Theater of Connecticut/Love Songs from Famous Arias
Sundays at Three: Opera Theater of Connecticut/Love Songs from Famous Arias
Community Room
Four professional singers from the Opera Theater of Connecticut will perform favorite areas, duets based on Opera Love Songs from Famous Arias. Sundays at Three is sponsored by the Friends of the Avon Library. Free tickets at the doors starting at 2:15 pm. Doors open at 2:30. The hour-long programs start at 3:00 pm.
8 events,
Rockin’ Raccoons Storytime
Rockin’ Raccoons Storytime
Children’s Department Main Room
Select Mondays from 11-11:30 AM When?: January 22, 29, February 5, 12, 29. Where?: Children’s Main Floor on the Big Carpet Enjoy storytelling, songs, and fun activities! This story time is open to all ages, but is geared towards friends under 6 with their caregivers! Registration is encouraged, drop ins are welcome.
6 events,
Do, Re, (You &) Me! January & February 2024 (a.m.)
Do, Re, (You &) Me! January & February 2024 (a.m.)
Children’s Department Main Room
A music program with Ms. Jaimee on the main floor of the Children’s Department (near the piano). For Children ages 6 and under with a caregiver! Tuesdays at 11:00 a.m. […]
Do, Re, (You &) Me! January & February 2024 (p.m.)
Do, Re, (You &) Me! January & February 2024 (p.m.)
Children’s Department Main Room
A music program with Ms. Jaimee on the main floor of the Children’s Department (near the piano). For Children ages 6 and under with a caregiver! Tuesday afternoons at 1:00 p.m. January 9: Winter Weather January 16: Keep the Beat! January 23: Food January 30: Cats & Dogs! February 6: Favorites! February 13: Valentine’s Day […]
Silent Book Club and Homework Club
Silent Book Club and Homework Club
Group Study #4, 2nd Floor
When: Tuesday, February 13th from 3:30 – 5:00 pm Where: Second Floor, Group Study 4 Need a quiet place to study or read in the library? Bring your own book or find one while you’re here. We will have silent reading and homework time with snacks!
7 events,
Open Art Studio
Open Art Studio
Children’s Art Studio
Art experiences designed to encourage creativity for families with children of all ages Drop in between 11:00 and 12:00 Wednesdays April 24 May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 June 5, 12, 19, 26 ADD TO CALENDAR
(Virtual Event) How to Actually Stick to Your New Year’s Resolutions this Year?
(Virtual Event) How to Actually Stick to Your New Year’s Resolutions this Year?
Online (Zoom)
Tired of repeating the same health and wellness related New Year’s resolution every year?! Let’s actually stick to your goals this year with tips from Marisa! Join Marisa, a retail registered dietitian from the ShopRite of Southington in a zoom presentation on “How to actually stick to your New Year’s resolutions this year." Let’s make […]
11 events,
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! Currently signing up babies: newborn to 12 months with a caregiver Registration required April 4 May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 June 6, 13, 20, 27
Current Events (virtual program)
Current Events (virtual program)
Online (Zoom)
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 […]
4 events,
Teen Friday: Create your own stress ball!
Teen Friday: Create your own stress ball!
Teen Room
When: Friday, February 16th from 3:30 - 4:30 pm Where: 2nd Floor, Teen Room Drop in, no registration needed! Decorate and make your own stress ball!
7 events,
Art Afternoon
Art Afternoon
Children’s Art Studio
Come for a fun afternoon of art! Tuesday, February 20th (This is a no-school day for Avon Public Schools.) Those in grades 3-6 are welcome to join us from 2 - 3:15pm to explore a few different art techniques! Art Studio, 2nd floor Registration is required, as space is limited. There will be three […]
14 events,
Open Art Studio
Open Art Studio
Children’s Art Studio
Art experiences designed to encourage creativity for families with children of all ages Drop in between 11:00 and 12:00 Wednesdays April 24 May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 June 5, 12, 19, 26 ADD TO CALENDAR
Travel Meetups (Virtual Meeting)
Travel Meetups (Virtual Meeting)
Online (Zoom)
We travel because our life is defined by experiences. No matter whether we traveled near or far, all of those experiences helped us shape who we currently are. Join us for open discussions about your travel memories. Share your own adventures, photos from around the world and meet other travel enthusiasts. Please register once and […]
9 events,
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! Currently signing up babies: newborn to 12 months with a caregiver Registration required April 4 May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 June 6, 13, 20, 27
Current Events (virtual program)
Current Events (virtual program)
Online (Zoom)
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 […]
4 events,
Little Lemurs storytime
Little Lemurs storytime
Community Room
An early literacy program geared toward children ages 2 and 3 with a caregiver. Siblings are welcome! We’ll read stories, engage in music and movement, and learn action rhymes and fingerplays, all to encourage early literacy development and a love of reading. Fridays at 11am, in the community room on the first floor. Feb 23 […]
Teen Nintendo Switch Tournament
Teen Nintendo Switch Tournament
Teen Room
When: Friday, February 23rd from 3:00 – 4:30 pm Where: Teen Room 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 banana trophy. We will be playing Super Smash Bros! *Friendly competition, trash talking and […]
5 events,
Avon Friends for Equity Playgroup invite you to a special story time
Avon Friends for Equity Playgroup invite you to a special story time
Children’s Department Main Room
Read a mix of fun, contemporary picture book stories and learn about a story from history. Join us in the Art Studio for a fun art project after! All supplies provided by the library. Who: Best for ages 3-7 with a caregiver, but siblings are welcome. Registration required. When: Saturday February 24th, 10:30 […]
Kids Nintendo Switch Tournament (Grades 4 – 6)
Kids Nintendo Switch Tournament (Grades 4 – 6)
Teen Room
When: Saturday, February 24th from 10:30 - 11:45 am Where: 2nd Floor, Teen Room Think you’re the best gamer in town? Prove it at the library’s Nintendo Switch Tournament! Winner will not only get bragging rights, but will also receive a coveted banana trophy. Registration Required. This program is for kids in grades 4 […]
Fasting Together: Muslims and Ramadan (in-person)
Fasting Together: Muslims and Ramadan (in-person)
Community Room
Fasting together: Muslims and Ramadan A a comprehensive introductory course highlighting the significance, practices, and cultural aspects of Ramadan, the holiest month in Islam. This course aims to provide a thorough understanding of Ramadan and its traditions for those unfamiliar. Students will gain an understanding of the diversity of Muslim experiences, increasing knowledge of their Muslim […]
4 events,
D&D (for adults)
D&D (for adults)
Computer Lab, 1st Floor
The second session of D&D will meet in the computer lab. This session is already full! This group is led by Tyler, our DM. This series is sponsored by the Friends of the Avon Library.
Sundays at Three: Dayblazer
Sundays at Three: Dayblazer
Community Room
Dayblazer is a three-piece cover band that specializes in performing the smooth radio hits of the 1970s and 1980s. Sundays at Three is sponsored by the Friends of the Avon Library. Free tickets at the doors starting at 2:15 pm. Doors open at 2:30. The hour-long programs start at 3:00 pm.
12 events,
Rockin’ Raccoons Storytime
Rockin’ Raccoons Storytime
Children’s Department Main Room
Select Mondays from 11-11:30 AM When?: January 22, 29, February 5, 12, 29. Where?: Children’s Main Floor on the Big Carpet Enjoy storytelling, songs, and fun activities! This story time is open to all ages, but is geared towards friends under 6 with their caregivers! Registration is encouraged, drop ins are welcome.
13 events,
C&C: Conversation & Camaraderie
C&C: Conversation & Camaraderie
Atrium, First Floor Reference Area
Conversations & Camaraderie: a Farmington Valley Men’s Social Group Focusing on friendship among men from Avon and the neighboring towns. This new group is focused on in-depth, philosophical conversations on a variety of topics; each meeting will have a different conversation starter. The first meeting will focus on growing up during the 1950s and 1960s, and […]
Do, Re, (You &) Me! January & February 2024 (a.m.)
Do, Re, (You &) Me! January & February 2024 (a.m.)
Children’s Department Main Room
A music program with Ms. Jaimee on the main floor of the Children’s Department (near the piano). For Children ages 6 and under with a caregiver! Tuesdays at 11:00 a.m. […]
12 events,
Open Art Studio
Open Art Studio
Children’s Art Studio
Art experiences designed to encourage creativity for families with children of all ages Drop in between 11:00 and 12:00 Wednesdays April 24 May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 June 5, 12, 19, 26 ADD TO CALENDAR
8 events,
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! Currently signing up babies: newborn to 12 months with a caregiver Registration required April 4 May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 June 6, 13, 20, 27
Current Events (virtual program)
Current Events (virtual program)
Online (Zoom)
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 […]
4 events,
March Art Exhibit: Avon High School AP Studio Art
Gallery Exhibit
March Art Exhibit: Avon High School AP Studio Art On display in our Gallery for the month of March is the Avon High School AP Studio Art Student Art Show. This eclectic and impressive collection of work is a testament to the creativity and imagination of the students and their […]
Little Lemurs storytime
Little Lemurs storytime
Community Room
An early literacy program geared toward children ages 2 and 3 with a caregiver. Siblings are welcome! We’ll read stories, engage in music and movement, and learn action rhymes and fingerplays, all to encourage early literacy development and a love of reading. Fridays at 11am, in the community room on the first floor. Feb 23 […]
Bad Movie Friday
Bad Movie Friday
Teen Room
When: Fri. March 1st, 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! No registration required. Grades 7 – 12.
4 events,
March SEED: Live Aloha!
March SEED: Live Aloha!
Community Room
Saturday March 2nd, 2:00-3:00 PM This program is best for kids in K-5. Please sign up each child separately. At least one adult guardian must stay in the room for this program. Registration required. The first 30 families to register and who show up on the day of the program will receive a free copy […]