Join us for a discussion of Elizabeth Taylor and Montgomery Clift films the week before we speak with author Charles Casillo about his new book, Elizabeth & Monty.  Please register for both events separately. One of the most iconic pairings of all time, Liz and Monty heat up the screen throughout most of their careers.  […]

Monday, June 5th, 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 […]

Do you love playing chess?  Are you looking to meet other players and expand your chess playing skills? Are you in grades 2-8? Come to chess club!  We will meet on the following Mondays from 6:30-7:30pm: Monday, January 9 Monday, February 6 Monday, March 13 Monday, April 3 Monday, May 22 Monday, June 5 We […]

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 […]

Join us for a virtual conversation between Martha Brackeen-Harris and Dr. Camesha Scruggs.  They'll discuss the history of Juneteenth, their family's celebrations, and why the holiday is important for our national conversation. Martha Brackeen-Harris is the former director of Community Outreach at Renbrook School. She has been a classroom teacher and administrator in both public […]

Join us for an in-person event on release day with Kristan Higgins to celebrate A Little Ray of Sunshine.  Kristan will be in conversation with author Heather Webb.  About A Little Ray of Sunshine: Harlow Smith thought she had finally achieved the quiet life she wanted—a little bookstore on Cape Cod, an apartment in her […]

Join the Morning Book Club to talk about Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt. Remarkably Bright Creatures is a story of friendship, reckoning, and hope that traces a widow's unlikely connection with a Giant Pacific Octopus ultimately leading to the truth about a thirty year old disappearance. "Poet and short story writer Van Pelt has written […]

Art experiences designed to encourage creativity for all ages with caregivers Drop in between 11:00 and 11:45 Wednesdays June 7,  14,  21

Join us for a lovely afternoon with author Colleen Cambridge, to celebrate the release of Mastering the Art of French Murder. As Postwar Paris rediscovers its joie de vivre, Tabitha Knight, who recently arrived from Detroit for an extended stay with her French grandfather, is on her own journey of discovery. Paris isn’t just the City of […]

When: Weds. June 7th, 3:30 – 4:30 pm Where: Teen Room Come play the new Legend of Zelda game, Tears of the Kingdom. Take turns with friends and other teens and explore Hyrule! No registration required. Grades 7 – 12.

Calling all Commander/EDH players! Join Victoria every other Wednesday from 6-8 pm this summer to play some casual MTG and hang out with other players in the area. BYOD: bring your own deck. Victoria will bring extra decks for you to borrow, but bringing your own is preferred. Open to novices and intermediates willing to […]

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

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 […]

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 […]

When: Thurs. June 8th, 3:30 – 4:30 pm Where: Teen Room Take a break and relax after school with music, cookies and coloring sheets! We will have all the coloring sheets, gel pens, and colored pencils you need plus some cookies! Registration not required. For grades 7 – 12.

When and where is the meeting? Thursday, 6/8, 4:30-5:30pm @ the Library, 2nd floor board room. This month’s title: Ellie Engle Saves Herself! by Leah Johnson. This book is recommended for Grades 4+. Registration is required. Who is the event for? This group is only for those currently enrolled in Grades 4, 5 & 6. This […]

When: Thursday, June 8th from 6:00 - 7:00 pm Where: First floor. Community room Learn about Teen Dating Violence and deep dive into what unhealthy relationships look like. And how to see the signs and provide support.   Kay from Interval House will be the speaker for this program. Interval House provides services at no cost to […]

It is now being recognized that the practice of meditation contributes to a more positive, healthy lifestyle. It is an invaluable tool helping people reduce stress, gain a deeper sense of fulfillment in life as well as foster greater physical, emotional and spiritual well-being. Join, Gerry Gorman who has been meditating for over 30 years […]

Join us for a virtual event with Award-winning historian Cassandra A. Good, in conversation with historian Alexis Coe, to celebrate the release of Good's new book, First Family.  Award-winning historian Cassandra A. Good shows how the outspoken stepgrandchildren of George Washington played an overlooked but important role in the development of American society and politics from the Revolution to the Civil […]