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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! Outside on the Library Lawn- May & June 2024
Do, Re, (You &) Me! Outside on the Library Lawn- May & June 2024
Library Lawn
A music program with Ms. Jaimee on the library lawn! (Weather permitting) For Children ages 6 and under with a caregiver! (If there is bad weather on any of the following dates, the program will meet indoors, in the Children’s Department on the 2nd floor of the library instead of the lawn). Tuesday mornings at […]
Craft ‘n Chat
Craft ‘n Chat
Atrium, First Floor Reference Area
2:00 – 3:15 pm (Stop in anytime!) In Person – Library Atrium 1st Floor For adults Bring your own project that you’re working on. If you don’t have something in progress we will have adult coloring on hand. Registration is required.
4 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
Pokémon Trading Card Club
Pokémon Trading Card Club
Children’s Department Main Room
When: Wednesday, May 29th from 4:30 – 5:30 pm Location: 2nd Floor, Children’s Department Main Floor Join us on the second floor, children’s department main floor for Pokémon Trading Card Club! Venture into the exciting world of Pokémon! Bring cards to show off or trade. Registration for a reminder for this ages program. Parents of children […]
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 […]
1 event,
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. May 17, […]
2 events,
Mental Health First Aid Training
Mental Health First Aid Training
Community Room
Join us for an all day session, 8:30-4:30, on Mental Health First Aid Training. Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use disorders. This training gives you the skills you need to reach out and provide initial support to someone who may be […]
Pride Month Proclamation and Flag Raising
Pride Month Proclamation and Flag Raising
Library Lawn
Join the Avon Town Council at the flag pole in the parking lot for the raising of the Pride Flag and the reading of a proclamation celebrating LGBTQ+ Pride Month
4 events,
Proud To Be Me Storytime
Proud To Be Me Storytime
Children’s Department Main Room
Join us on Mondays in June for a Fun, Pride-themed Storytime! We'll explore new songs and stories focused on Love, Self-Acceptance, and Joy! All ages are welcome to join this Storytime to celebrate being ourselves! When?: Mondays during Pride Month, June 3, 10, 17, 24 Where?: On the Big Carpet in the Children's Department Main […]
Crazy 8’s Bedtime Math – Season Three!
Crazy 8’s Bedtime Math – Season Three!
Children’s Art Studio
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 April 15 through June 10th (no program May 27th) This program is designed to build upon activities and lessons from Seasons One and […]
9 events,
Do, Re, (You &) Me! Outside on the Library Lawn- May & June 2024
Do, Re, (You &) Me! Outside on the Library Lawn- May & June 2024
Library Lawn
A music program with Ms. Jaimee on the library lawn! (Weather permitting) For Children ages 6 and under with a caregiver! (If there is bad weather on any of the following dates, the program will meet indoors, in the Children’s Department on the 2nd floor of the library instead of the lawn). Tuesday mornings at […]
Lit Lecture: Demon Copperhead/Bearing Witness to Southern Appalachia through the Eyes of a Child
Lit Lecture: Demon Copperhead/Bearing Witness to Southern Appalachia through the Eyes of a Child
Community Room
Join us for an in-person lit lecture and discussion to kick off adult summer reading! “Not that I’m any witness”: Bearing Witness to Southern Appalachia through the Eyes of a Child. This presentation on Barbara Kingsolver’s poignant 2022 novel, Demon Copperhead privileges the voice of the vulnerable and resilient child narrator: “a little blue prizefighter,” […]
6 events,
Wednesday Morning Book Club: Klara and the Sun
Wednesday Morning Book Club: Klara and the Sun
Atrium, First Floor Reference Area
Join the Morning Book Club to talk about Klara and the Sun by Kazuo Ishiguro. NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER & A GOOD MORNING AMERICA Book Club Pick! Once in a great while, a book comes along that changes our view of the world. This magnificent novel from the Nobel laureate and author of Never Let Me Go is “an intriguing […]
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
2 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. May 17, […]
Bad Movie Friday
Bad Movie Friday
Teen Room
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.
1 event,
LADY NIKI: Lady Gaga Tribute Artist
LADY NIKI: Lady Gaga Tribute Artist
Community Room
LADY NIKI: Lady Gaga Tribute Artist Saturday, June 8, 2024, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM In Person - Community Room All Ages Nickie Fuller, known for her dazzling tribute to Lady Gaga, is a Singer, Dancer, and Entertainer. She is known for her ability to reinvent her image, and her versatility as a performer. […]
6 events,
Proud To Be Me Storytime
Proud To Be Me Storytime
Children’s Department Main Room
Join us on Mondays in June for a Fun, Pride-themed Storytime! We'll explore new songs and stories focused on Love, Self-Acceptance, and Joy! All ages are welcome to join this Storytime to celebrate being ourselves! When?: Mondays during Pride Month, June 3, 10, 17, 24 Where?: On the Big Carpet in the Children's Department Main […]
(In-Person) Pet Savvy Citizens
(In-Person) Pet Savvy Citizens
Community Room
Do you have a pet in your life? Are you looking for ways to get involved with pets in the community? During this interactive program you will learn about the benefits of pet ownership and interaction, how to help pets in need and the important components of pet safety. This program is specifically designed for […]
Crazy 8’s Bedtime Math – Season Three!
Crazy 8’s Bedtime Math – Season Three!
Children’s Art Studio
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 April 15 through June 10th (no program May 27th) This program is designed to build upon activities and lessons from Seasons One and […]
4 events,
Do, Re, (You &) Me! Outside on the Library Lawn- May & June 2024
Do, Re, (You &) Me! Outside on the Library Lawn- May & June 2024
Library Lawn
A music program with Ms. Jaimee on the library lawn! (Weather permitting) For Children ages 6 and under with a caregiver! (If there is bad weather on any of the following dates, the program will meet indoors, in the Children’s Department on the 2nd floor of the library instead of the lawn). Tuesday mornings at […]
2 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
“Let’s Eat” Four Foodcentric Films (virtual film discussion)
“Let’s Eat” Four Foodcentric Films (virtual film discussion)
Online (Zoom)
“Let’s Eat” Four Foodcentric Films View the films at home (check https://www.justwatch.com for options) and join us for a Zoom discussion led by Bob Kagan. May 29 - Big Night, 1996, Directed by Campbell Scott & Stanley Tucci. Set in 1950’s New Jersey, two brothers are running a struggling restaurant, losing business to another restaurant […]
4 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
3 events,
Rhythm & Brews Juneteenth Celebration
Rhythm & Brews Juneteenth Celebration
Offsite: Simsbury Meadows
A free community event hosted by the five Farmington Valley towns of Avon, Canton, Farmington, Granby and Simsbury! Featuring the music of Nekita Waller, Magic Soul Academy and Damian Curtis Afro-Cuban Jazz Project. Channel your inner hero at the full-sized LEGO® Black Panther™ Photo Zone and dabble in the LEGO® Black Brick play zone (courtesy […]
6 events,
Proud To Be Me Storytime
Proud To Be Me Storytime
Children’s Department Main Room
Join us on Mondays in June for a Fun, Pride-themed Storytime! We'll explore new songs and stories focused on Love, Self-Acceptance, and Joy! All ages are welcome to join this Storytime to celebrate being ourselves! When?: Mondays during Pride Month, June 3, 10, 17, 24 Where?: On the Big Carpet in the Children's Department Main […]
6 events,
Do, Re, (You &) Me! Outside on the Library Lawn- May & June 2024
Do, Re, (You &) Me! Outside on the Library Lawn- May & June 2024
Library Lawn
A music program with Ms. Jaimee on the library lawn! (Weather permitting) For Children ages 6 and under with a caregiver! (If there is bad weather on any of the following dates, the program will meet indoors, in the Children’s Department on the 2nd floor of the library instead of the lawn). Tuesday mornings at […]
Craft ‘n Chat
Craft ‘n Chat
Atrium, First Floor Reference Area
2:00 – 3:15 pm (Stop in anytime!) In Person – Library Atrium 1st Floor For adults Bring your own project that you’re working on. If you don’t have something in progress we will have adult coloring on hand. Registration is required.
4 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
Pokémon Trading Card Club
Pokémon Trading Card Club
Children’s Department Main Room
When: Wednesday, June 19th from 4:30 – 5:30 pm Location: 2nd Floor, Children’s Department Main Floor Join us on the second floor, children’s department main floor for Pokémon Trading Card Club! […]
3 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
(In-Person Event) Preventing Your Dog from Going Missing
(In-Person Event) Preventing Your Dog from Going Missing
Community Room
Hundreds of dogs go missing each year in Connecticut. Some are never found. Some don’t survive. Join Karen J. Moulton as she shares comprehensive information on preventing your dog or a dog in your care from going missing. Learn recovery techniques for missing dogs and cats. Hear about key recoveries she has made. This discussion is for anyone who has any responsibility for the care of a dog – owners, family members […]
2 events,
The Vineyard Remains: Author Event with Addison McKnight (in-person)
The Vineyard Remains: Author Event with Addison McKnight (in-person)
Community Room
Join us for an in-person event to celebrate the Addison McKnight’s new release, The Vineyard Remains. About The Vineyard Remains: A desperate murder committed by Angela Miller’s mother tore Angela’s life apart and brought her to live with her grandparents on Martha’s Vineyard. The island is where her cousin, Kiki King, was born and raised, and is […]
2 events,
Proud To Be Me Storytime
Proud To Be Me Storytime
Children’s Department Main Room
Join us on Mondays in June for a Fun, Pride-themed Storytime! We'll explore new songs and stories focused on Love, Self-Acceptance, and Joy! All ages are welcome to join this Storytime to celebrate being ourselves! When?: Mondays during Pride Month, June 3, 10, 17, 24 Where?: On the Big Carpet in the Children's Department Main […]
What’s the A in LGBTQIA+?
What’s the A in LGBTQIA+?
Community Room
Monday, June 24, 2024, 6 - 7 pm In Person – Community Room 1st Floor For adults and teens entering Grades 9 and up Please register below! Cody Daigle […]
3 events,
Reader Favorites: Authors Liv Constantine & Wendy Walker (In-person)
Reader Favorites: Authors Liv Constantine & Wendy Walker (In-person)
Community Room
Two of our reader favorites return to celebrate the 10th anniversary of our Local Author Festival. Join us for an in-person event with Liv Constantine and Wendy Walker, to celebrate the release of The Next Mrs. Parrish! Daphne and Amber Parrish are thrust back into one another’s lives upon the resurgence of a long-forgotten threat, […]
1 event,
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
2 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
1 event,
In-Person Event: Native American Artifact Identification Day
In-Person Event: Native American Artifact Identification Day
Offsite: Avon Senior Center
Bring your Native American artifacts for identification! Free event, open to the public. Presented by Institute staff and FOSA volunteers of the Institute of American Indian Studies, Washington, CT and Friends of the Office of State Archaeology (FOSA). Paul Wegner, Co-Director; Craig Nelson, Member and Secretary of the Board of Trustees; Nancy Najarian, Collections Volunteer […]
1 event,
Summer Kids Lego Club 2024
Summer Kids Lego Club 2024
Community Room
Come create your own Lego masterpiece! For children ages 6-12. The library will provide Legos for this program. Mondays 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. in the Community Room. July 8, 15, 22, 29 ***SIGN UP FOR EACH DATE SEPARATELY***
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