Volunteer to make Hanukkah, Christmas or Winter cards for Seniors
Children's Information Desk 281 Country Club Rd, AvonVolunteer to make Hanukkah, Christmas or Winter cards for Seniors
Children's Information Desk 281 Country Club Rd, AvonRockin’ Raccoons Storytime- November/December 2024
Children's Department Main Room 281 Country Club Road, AvonVolunteer to make Hanukkah, Christmas or Winter cards for Seniors
Children's Information Desk 281 Country Club Rd, AvonDo, Re, (You &) Me! November and December 2024
Children's Department Main Room 281 Country Club Road, AvonHomeschool Nutmeg Book Club: A Rover’s Story (Ages 9-12)
Children's Art Studio 281 Country Club Road, AvonHomeschool Nutmeg Book Club: Fauja Singh Keeps Going (Ages 7-9)
Children's Storytime Room 281 Country Club Road, AvonVolunteer to make Hanukkah, Christmas or Winter cards for Seniors
Children's Information Desk 281 Country Club Rd, AvonScience Lecture for the Exploring Human Origins Exhibit (in-person)
Community Room 2 (divided room) 281 Country Club Road, AvonVolunteer to make Hanukkah, Christmas or Winter cards for Seniors
Children's Information Desk 281 Country Club Rd, AvonClergy Tour of the Exploring Human Origins Exhibit (in-person)
Community Room 2 (divided room) 281 Country Club Road, AvonEducator Workshop for the Exploring Human Origins Exhibit (in-person)
Community Room 2 (divided room) 281 Country Club Road, AvonCommunity Conversation: “What Does it Mean to Be Human?
Community Room 2 (divided room) 281 Country Club Road, AvonVolunteer to make Hanukkah, Christmas or Winter cards for Seniors
Children's Information Desk 281 Country Club Rd, AvonWeek of Events
Winter Craft Fair – SELLER SIGN UP FULL
Winter Craft Fair – SELLER SIGN UP FULL
Registration for sellers is now closed as we are full. When? Wednesday, December 11 from 5:00-6:30 PM Set-Up Time: Beginning at 4pm Fair Time: 5-6:30 PM Where? Indoors, 2nd Floor Children’s Department Who? Sellers can be kids and teens in Grades 12 and under. What? Sell your cool creations and crafty treasures. Sellers must sign-up online to reserve a table. Don’t […]
Volunteer to make Hanukkah, Christmas or Winter cards for Seniors
Volunteer to make Hanukkah, Christmas or Winter cards for Seniors
A fun and creative volunteer opportunity! The Avon Library and the Avon Youth Services Bureau will provide card-making supplies for you to make cards for the seniors of Avon to bring them joy and cheer this holiday and winter season. We are partnering with the Avon Youth Services Board to distribute them to the Avon […]
Exploring Archaeology
Exploring Archaeology
Exploring Archaeology” will be in the Avon Library's Art Gallery from December 1, 2024-January 30, 2025. The gallery content looks at archeological terms, techniques, and finds within Connecticut. This gallery content is a companion to the ALA Traveling Exhibit in the community room on the first floor, from December 1, 2024-Jan. 15, 2025, on the origins […]
Alana
Rockin’ Raccoons Storytime- November/December 2024
Rockin’ Raccoons Storytime- November/December 2024
Join us on Monday mornings for a fun, all-ages Storytime! On the Big Carpet in the Children’s Main Room, we will hear stories, dance and sing on Monday mornings. Start your week off at Rockin’ Raccoons! When?: Mondays November 25, December 2, 9, 16, 23. Where?: In the Children’s Department Main Room, right on the Big […]
Walk in Steve
Kashvi walk in
Avon Arts Association
Mock Trial Team
Girl Scout Troop 66062
Chess Classes with Team DIG USA
Chess Classes with Team DIG USA
Team DIG USA will be joining us this summer to teach two classes on Monday, November 24th and Monday, December 2nd. A coach from Team DIG USA will teach a 45 minute strategy class for kids in grades 2 – 6, followed by about 15 minutes of playtime to practice the skills learned with coach […]
Humans in History Virtual Film Series, (November-December 2024)
Humans in History Virtual Film Series, (November-December 2024)
Join us for a virtual film discussion on Mondays this winter! View the films at home (check https://www.justwatch.com for options) and join us for a Zoom discussion led by Bob Kagan. Some of the films in this series may not be available through the library; we wanted to match the theme of the exhibit, and […]
Do, Re, (You &) Me! November and December 2024
Do, Re, (You &) Me! November and December 2024
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. NO PROGRAM NOVEMBER 5 November 12: Bears! NO PROGRAM NOVEMBER 19 November 26: On the go! December 3: Favorites! December 10: Dance, Dance, Dance! December […]
Friends of the Avon Library Board Meeting
Homeschool Nutmeg Book Club: A Rover’s Story (Ages 9-12)
Homeschool Nutmeg Book Club: A Rover’s Story (Ages 9-12)
Homeschoolers are invited to discuss 2025 CT Nutmeg Book Award Nominees, with the Farmington Libraries and Avon Free Public Library! Children are responsible for obtaining their own copy of the book. Please contact the host library for help obtaining a copy. The Avon Free Public Library will host the book discussion in December, and the […]
Homeschool Nutmeg Book Club: Fauja Singh Keeps Going (Ages 7-9)
Homeschool Nutmeg Book Club: Fauja Singh Keeps Going (Ages 7-9)
Homeschoolers are invited to discuss 2025 CT Nutmeg Book Award Nominees, with the Farmington Libraries and Avon Free Public Library! Children are responsible for obtaining their own copy of the book. Please contact the host library for help obtaining a copy. The Avon Free Public Library will host the book discussion in December, and the […]
POSTPONED: Reducing Food Waste – Holiday Tips
POSTPONED: Reducing Food Waste – Holiday Tips
This event has been postponed. When we have a new date, we'll share it. Tuesday, December 3, 2024, 2 - 3 pm In-Person, Library 1st Floor Computer Lab (*space limited*) The holiday season is here! Keep your celebrations healthy, safe, and sustainable with ShopRite dietitian Hannah. Learn how to create less waste by mastering menu […]
Mock Trial Team
Lyndsay K
Saira K
Tales & Tunes
Tales & Tunes
Tuesday, December 3rd at 6:00pm Children's Room Main Floor Join us for stories, songs, and movement! Recommended for ages 3+ Registration Encouraged, Drop-Ins Welcome!
Daisy Troop #66087
Jessie
Open Art Studio
Open Art Studio
Art experiences designed to encourage creativity for families with children of all ages Drop in between 11:00 and 12:00 Wednesdays October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 November 13, 27 December 4, 11, 18
Tech 1-on-1 Program
Tech 1-on-1 Program
Unlock Your Tech Skills with Our FREE Tech 1-on-1 Program! Need help with your computer, smartphone, or Microsoft Office, Google Apps and more? We’re here to help! Our Tech 1-on-1 Program offers personalized assistance tailored to your needs, all for free at Avon Free Public library. On this Tech 1-on-1 program, you will get one-on-one […]
Writing Club
Sasha
Teen DnD by SLAB
Teen Art Journaling (Grades 7-12)
Teen Art Journaling (Grades 7-12)
When?: Wednesday December 4 from 3:30-5:00 PM Where?: The Storytime Room on the 2nd Floor Why?: Art Journaling gives you a tool and space to develop a creative practice, work through creative blocks, and express yourself! What?: Art Journaling, sometimes called Junk Journaling, is the process of creating a visual record of your thoughts, memories, feelings, and […]
BEE YOURSELF: Paint Your Own Cookie! (Grades 4-6)
BEE YOURSELF: Paint Your Own Cookie! (Grades 4-6)
This month, our friends in Grades 4-6 will have a chance to paint their own cookie! When?: Wednesday December 4th from 4:30-5:30 PM Where?: The Art Studio on the 2nd Floor What?: An hour-long art program where we will paint our own holiday cookies! Each participant is provided with a DIY cookie painting kit. The […]
Lisa walk in
Science Lecture for the Exploring Human Origins Exhibit (in-person)
Science Lecture for the Exploring Human Origins Exhibit (in-person)
THIS EVENT IS FULL, WITH A WAITLIST. PLEASE JOIN ONE OF THE EVENTS ON 12/5/24. Grand Opening of the exhibit! Dr. Rick Potts, the exhibition curator and director of the Smithsonian NMNH Origins Program, will give a lecture for the general public about the latest research in human evolution and an overview of exhibition themes […]
Baby and Me
Baby and Me
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 September 5, 12, 19, 26 October 10, 17, 24, 31 November 7, 14 Canceled December 5 5, 12, 19
Current Events (virtual program)
Current Events (virtual program)
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 […]
Clergy Tour of the Exploring Human Origins Exhibit (in-person)
Clergy Tour of the Exploring Human Origins Exhibit (in-person)
Event for clergy and community leaders. This is a focused event for clergy and community leaders to explore the exhibit with NMNH Human Origins Program scientific and education staff and BSIC members. The agenda for discussion following the tour will be coordinated with input from the local consultation panel. Ideally, one or two local, respected clergy […]
Tom C
Jacob
Educator Workshop for the Exploring Human Origins Exhibit (in-person)
Educator Workshop for the Exploring Human Origins Exhibit (in-person)
Educator Workshop! The workshop is for classroom teachers, science and nature center and museum educators, homeschoolers and other local educators. It will feature exploration and hands-on practice in presenting the Human Origins Program resources provided for each community. These resources include a set of five early human skull casts; classroom-tested, high-school biology teaching supplements on […]
Kids’ Art Journaling (Grades 3-6)
Kids’ Art Journaling (Grades 3-6)
When?: Thursday December 5 from 4:30-5:30 PM Where?: The Art Studio on the 2nd Floor What?: For Friends in Grades 3-6. Art Journaling is the process of creating a visual record of your thoughts, memories, feelings, and artistic expressions! Come create with us as we undertake new prompts and exercises to express ourselves! Create your […]
Greater Hartford Area Network
Girl Scout Troop 60453
Sing Your Stuffy to Sleep!
Sing Your Stuffy to Sleep!
Thursday Evenings at 6:00 p.m. on the Children’s Department Main Floor! For Children age 6 and under with a caregiver. Join Ms. Jaimee at the piano to sing bedtime songs and listen to stories with your favorite stuffed animal! November 7, 14, 21 December 5, 12, 19 Registration required
Community Conversation: “What Does it Mean to Be Human?
Community Conversation: “What Does it Mean to Be Human?
Community Conversation: "What Does it Mean to Be Human?," led by BSIC co-chairs Drs. Connie Bertka and Jim Miller. Join with other members of your community to explore together a variety of answers to the question “What does it mean to be human?” in small group discussions led by Drs. Connie Bertka and Jim Miller […]
Suhayl
Little Lemurs Storytime
Little Lemurs Storytime
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, enjoy ukulele songs, 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 […]