Historic Timeline of Connecticut’s LGBTQ Community Panel Exhibit
Cafe Area, 1st floor 281 Country Club Rd, AvonHistoric Timeline of Connecticut’s LGBTQ Community Panel Exhibit
Cafe Area, 1st floor 281 Country Club Rd, AvonHistoric Timeline of Connecticut’s LGBTQ Community Panel Exhibit
Cafe Area, 1st floor 281 Country Club Rd, AvonDo, Re, (You &) Me!!! Outside on the Library Lawn! (May – June 2023)
Library Lawn 281 Country Club Road, AvonAuthors Liv Constantine & Wendy Walker in Conversation (in-person event)
Community Room 281 Country Club Road, AvonA Shadow in Moscow: Author Event with Katherine Reay (in-person)
Community Room 281 Country Club Road, AvonHistoric Timeline of Connecticut’s LGBTQ Community Panel Exhibit
Cafe Area, 1st floor 281 Country Club Rd, AvonJuly/August Exhibit: Aquatic Insects Up Close by Shepherd Myers
Gallery Exhibit 281 Country Club Rd, AvonHistoric Timeline of Connecticut’s LGBTQ Community Panel Exhibit
Cafe Area, 1st floor 281 Country Club Rd, AvonMaribelle’s Shadow: Author Event With Susannah Marren (in-person)
Community Room 281 Country Club Road, AvonJuly/August Exhibit: Aquatic Insects Up Close by Shepherd Myers
Gallery Exhibit 281 Country Club Rd, AvonHistoric Timeline of Connecticut’s LGBTQ Community Panel Exhibit
Cafe Area, 1st floor 281 Country Club Rd, AvonJuly/August Exhibit: Aquatic Insects Up Close by Shepherd Myers
Gallery Exhibit 281 Country Club Rd, AvonWeek of Events
Historic Timeline of Connecticut’s LGBTQ Community Panel Exhibit
Historic Timeline of Connecticut’s LGBTQ Community Panel Exhibit
On Display at Avon Free Public Library's 1st Floor Reference Area Atrium Tuesday, May 23, 2023 - Friday, June 30, 2023 (During Open Library Hours) Throughout history, Connecticut’s LGBTQ population has moved from leading hidden, solitary lives to claiming visible, powerful, valuable, and contributing places in society. The banner timeline explores the history of that […]
July/August Exhibit: Aquatic Insects Up Close by Shepherd Myers
July/August Exhibit: Aquatic Insects Up Close by Shepherd Myers
July/August Exhibit: Aquatic Insects Up Close by Shepherd Myers An exhibit of scientific illustrations of insects found in river streams and ponds both locally and world wide On display in our Gallery for the months of July & August will be a collection of technical illustration prints by Shepherd Myers of the adult and nymph […]
Dungeons & Dragons (Grades 7 – 12)
Dungeons & Dragons (Grades 7 – 12)
When: Mondays, 4:00 - 6:00 pm June 26, July 10, 24, August 7, 28 Where: 2nd Floor, White Room The journey begins! Join us for Dungeons and Dragons at the library. […]
Silent Book Club
Silent Book Club
Monday, June 26th, 6:00 - 6:45 pm *Stay late until 7:15 pm if you'd like to share, mingle and socialize* In Person - Library Atrium 1st Floor For adults, teens […]
Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation
Stu Radin – walkin
Whip Salon Training Meeting
Do, Re, (You &) Me!!! Outside on the Library Lawn! (May – June 2023)
Do, Re, (You &) Me!!! Outside on the Library Lawn! (May – June 2023)
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 […]
Authors Liv Constantine & Wendy Walker in Conversation (in-person event)
Authors Liv Constantine & Wendy Walker in Conversation (in-person event)
Join us for an in-person author event with Liv Constantine and Wendy Walker, to celebrate the release of their new books! Please note: Lynne Constantine is appearing solo; her sister will not be at this event. In The Senator's Wife, readers are introduced to D.C. philanthropist Sloane Chase and Senator Whit Montgomery. Two years ago, […]
Sphero Races
Sphero Races
When: Tuesday, June 27th from 2:00 - 3:00 pm Where: Second Floor, Teen Room Learn about sphero robots and race against other teens! Registration required. Grades 7 – 12 & Class of '23!
A Shadow in Moscow: Author Event with Katherine Reay (in-person)
A Shadow in Moscow: Author Event with Katherine Reay (in-person)
We're excited to welcome Katherine Reay to the Avon Library to celebrate the release of her new book, A Shadow in Moscow. A betrayal at the highest level risks the lives of two courageous female spies: MI6’s best Soviet spy and the CIA’s newest Moscow recruit. As the KGB closes in, a compromise must be […]
Summer Short and Sweet Storytime
Summer Short and Sweet Storytime
SHORT AND SWEET STORY TIME WEDNESDAYS 10:45 - 11:00 AM Come join us in the Children's Library Floor to sing songs and read a story with Lex! FOR AGES 6 AND UNDER WITH A CAREGIVER. DROP IN, no registration needed. August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30.
Open Art Studio – Morning Session
Open Art Studio – Morning Session
Art experiences designed to encourage creativity for all ages with caregivers Drop in between 11:00 and 12:00 Wednesdays June 28 July 5, 12, 26 August 2, 9
Open Art Studio – Afternoon Session
Open Art Studio – Afternoon Session
Art experiences designed to encourage creativity for all ages with caregivers Drop in between 2:00 and 3:00 Wednesdays June 28 July 5, 12, 26 August 2, 9
Jester Jim
Jester Jim
The Jester Jim Show Jester Jim will present a fantastic beat boxing, juggling, and comedy show sure to entertain! You will see juggling of bowling pins, knives and even fire! Wednesday, June 28, 3pm The show is best for ages 5+, but all ages are welcome. Drop in, no registration required. Space is limited, on […]
Teen Cupcake Wars
Teen Cupcake Wars
When: Weds. July 21, 6:00-8:00 PM Where: Second Floor, Art Studio. This program is open to teens entering Grades 7-12 & Class of ’23. Registration required. Teens will be shown different techniques for piping frosting by an expert baker, Tabbi Heavner. Teens will compete to decorate cupcakes and be judged based on their technique and […]
Avon Lions Club
Infant Support Group
Baby & Me
Baby & Me
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 June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 July 6, 13, 20, 27 August 3, 10 Sign up once to be registered for all dates in this session
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 […]
Covid Vaccination Clinic
Covid Vaccination Clinic
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 it […]
TO DYE FOR: How Toxic Fashion Is Making Us Sick by Alden Wicker (virtual event)
TO DYE FOR: How Toxic Fashion Is Making Us Sick by Alden Wicker (virtual event)
Join us for a virtual event with Alden Wicker, to discuss TO DYE FOR: How Toxic Fashion Is Making Us Sick. Utterly eye-opening and engrossing, you will never look at your clothes the same way again after reading this book. Alden Wicker demystifies the toxic process behind how our clothing is made in page-turning detail." --Amy […]
Maribelle’s Shadow: Author Event With Susannah Marren (in-person)
Maribelle’s Shadow: Author Event With Susannah Marren (in-person)
Join us for a moderated conversation with author Susannah Marren, to celebrate her new book, Maribelle's Shadow. A compelling tale of betrayal and lies, Maribelle's Shadow is a memorable novel about what lurks beneath family loyalty. The only thing that spreads faster than gossip in Palm Beach is news of a mysterious death. Maribelle, the eldest of […]