AFPL Adult Programs
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Judge A Book By Its Cover! Find Out How Book Covers Are Created (virtual event)
Online (Zoom)Join us for a virtual conversation with Seth Lerner, Assistant Art Director at Kensington Books in New York City, and learn how a book cover is created! What goes into the design? Do the artists have to read the book? What factors are important? What happens if everyone hates the designs? Seth will share the […]
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Cozy Con: Celebrating All Things Cozy Mystery! (in-person event)
Community Room 2 (divided room) 281 Country Club Road Connecticut, Avon, CT, United States +1 moreJoin us for a fun-filled day that celebrated cozy mysteries. We're partnering with Kensington Books to plan a great day of authors, programs, book signings, and giveaways! Enjoy an author showcase, speed dating with an author, panel discussions, and a scavenger hunt. There will be snacks, a hot cocoa bar, and plenty of swag! This […]
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A Protest History of the United States/Author Event with Gloria J. Browne-Marshall (in-person)
Join us for an in-person, moderated conversation with Gloria J. Browne-Marshall, to discuss A Protest History of the United States. Exploring 500 years of resistance movements in US history—and how lasting change results from diverse forms of sustained protest In this timely new book in Beacon’s successful ReVisioning History series, professor Gloria Browne-Marshall delves into the history […]
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C&C: Conversation & Camaraderie (in-person)
Atrium, First Floor Reference Area 281 Country Club Road Connecticut, Avon, CT, United StatesConversations & Camaraderie: a Farmington Valley Men’s Social Group Focusing on friendship among men from Avon and the neighboring towns. This group is focused on in-depth, philosophical conversations on a variety of topics; each meeting will have a different conversation starter. As of January 2026, this group will meet every week. The same topic is explored […]
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Spring and Summer Gardening Tips (Virtual Event)
Online 281 Country Club Rd CT, Avon, CTSpring and summer is a great time to be working in the garden for beauty and food, but you might encounter a number of puzzling issues. This presentation will answer and discuss some common questions about general care, pruning, water management, fertilizing, and disease control in lawns, flower gardens, small fruits, and vegetable gardens. Presenter: […]