Monday, May 8th, 2023 6:00 pm In Person - Library Atrium 1st Floor For adults, teens in Grades 9 and up are welcome! Are you a fan of comics and graphic novels? Do you want to be part of a book club but just can't find time to read a long novel? Are you looking […]

The Story Behind the Music: Music Themed Film Discussions at the Avon Public Library View the films at home (check https://www.justwatch.com for options) and join us for a Zoom discussion, led by Bob Kagan. April 10, *La Vie en Rose, 2007, Directed by Olivier Dahan. A wonderful  biopic of the iconic French singer Édith Piaf. […]

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). Tuesdays at 11:00 […]

The origin of a streamlined train back in the 1860s and the rise of streamlined trains in the 1930s which was to help bring riders back to the trains in the Depression years. The decline of passenger service in the 1950s and the resurgence of unique streamlined trains in the 1950s to lure travel back […]

When: Tuesday, May 9th from 3:30 – 4:00 (Session One) Where: Floor 2, Storytime Room Feeling stressed? Come take a break and boost your spirits! Join us in the storytime room for some paws-itivity and a general pup-lifting good time! For grades 7 – 12. Registration required

When: Tuesday, May 9th from 4:00 – 4:30 (Session Two) Where: Floor 2, Storytime Room Feeling stressed? Come take a break and boost your spirits! Join us in the storytime room for some paws-itivity and a general pup-lifting good time! For grades 7 – 12. Registration required

The books are in! You can When and where is the meeting? Tuesday,  5/9 @ 5 pm IN PERSON @ the Library, 1st Floor Community Room The first 12 kids who sign up and attend this program will get a free finished copy of the book & signed bookplate. This month’s title: The Ghosts of […]

Join the Morning Book Club to talk about The Least of Us by Sam Quinones. The best-selling author of Dreamland returns with a searing follow-up that explores fentanyl and the groundbreaking steps communities are taking to end the opioid crisis. Apple Best Books of 2021 Finalist for the National Book Critics Circle Award in Nonfiction Longlisted […]

Art experiences designed to encourage creativity for all ages with caregivers Drop in between 11:00 and 11:45 Wednesdays March 29 April 5, 19, 26 May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31

Join us for a presentation by Jonathan Scott, to celebrate his new book, Into the Groove: The Story of Sound From Tin Foil to Vinyl. The story of recorded sound – the technological developments, the people that made them happen and the impact they had on society – from the earliest inventions via the phonograph […]

When: Wednesday, May 10th, 4:30 – 5:30 pm Location: 2nd Floor, Children’s Department Main Floor Registration required, all ages welcome. 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. The library Pokéstop will also be lured, […]

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 April 6, 20, 27 May 4, 11, 18, 25 Sign up once to be registered for all dates in this session

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 […]

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! May 4, 11, 18, 25 Registration required

Unearthing History: The discovery of a 12,500 year old Paleo-Indian site along the Farmington River in Avon. Join us for a virtual series of lectures, sponsored by a grant from the Lower Farmington River and Salmon Brook Wild and Scenic Committee that will cover the many aspects of archaeology, with a focus on the Brian D. […]

Join us 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, April 28, May 5, May 12, May 19, May 26 *Sign up once for the […]

No Appointment Needed – Ages 6 months and older Booster shots are available for adults, and children of ages 5 years or older. FREE HEALTH SCREENINGS OFFERED ON-SITE Identify your risks of chronic disease and take steps to improve your health Please bring a health insurance card and photo ID if you have them, but […]

When: Friday, May 12th from 3:30 – 4:30 pm Where: Teen Room Come hang out in the teen room and celebrate Breath of the Wild 2 finally being released! No registration required. Grades 7 – 12.

This program is designed for adult who work with children and teens. Youth Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adolescents ages 12-18. You’ll build skills and confidence you need to reach out and provide initial support to young people […]