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Do, Re, (You &) Me!!! Outside on the Library Lawn! (Summer 2022)
Do, Re, (You &) Me!!! Outside on the Library Lawn! (Summer 2022)
Library Lawn
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 […]
Nature Printing (For children entering grades 1-3)
Nature Printing (For children entering grades 1-3)
Children’s Art Studio
Experiment with the nature printing process, dating back to the 18th century! Create beautiful prints using plants and other natural objects. Although the library will have some natural objects for printing, you are encouraged to bring your own nature items from home for the project. For children entering grades 1 through 3 only.
1 event,
Teen Virtual Anime Club for June!
Teen Virtual Anime Club for June!
Online
Join teens from Avon, Bloomfield, and West Hartford for a virtual anime club! This group is open to kids and teens with an interest in anime, manga, cartoons, comics, video games, and other related things. Open to: kids and teens in Grades 6-12. Registration required, signing up for 1 event signs you up for all […]
5 events,
Volunteer to make Summer cards for senior citizens!
Children’s Information Desk
A fun volunteer opportunity! The Avon Library and the Avon Youth Services Bureau will provide card making supplies for you to make cards for the senior citizens of Avon to bring them cheer and hope. We are partnering with the Avon Youth Services Board to distribute them to the Avon Senior Citizen Center, assisted living […]
Razzle Dazzle Dance Party – INDOORS
Razzle Dazzle Dance Party – INDOORS
Community Room
Dance along and have some fun to your favorite songs. Who: For ages six and under with a caregiver When: Thursday mornings @ 11 a.m. / June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28, & August 4 *Sign up once to be signed up for the whole session* Where: Library Community Room (Indoors, 1st Floor) Registration […]
Current Events (virtual program)
Current Events (virtual program)
Online (Zoom)
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 […]
Sing Your Stuffy To Sleep!
Sing Your Stuffy To Sleep!
Children’s Department Main Room
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! June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
2 events,
Little Lemurs (Outside)
Little Lemurs (Outside)
Library Lawn
Come for early literacy fun featuring stories, ukulele songs, rhymes, and movement! This 30 minute interactive program is specifically geared toward children aged 2 and 3. For ages 2 and 3 with caregiver Friday mornings, July 1, 8, 15, 22 & August 5, 12 @ 11am *Sign up once for the whole session* Meeting on […]
2 events,
7 events,
Do, Re, (You &) Me!!! Outside on the Library Lawn! (Summer 2022)
Do, Re, (You &) Me!!! Outside on the Library Lawn! (Summer 2022)
Library Lawn
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 […]
Teen Tie Dye On The Lawn 2:00 PM session
Teen Tie Dye On The Lawn 2:00 PM session
Library Lawn
Teen Tie Dye On The Lawn 2:00 PM session When: 2:00-2:30 PM on Tues. 7/5 Location: Outside on the library lawn. This program is open to teens entering Grades 7-12 & Class of '22. Do you know how to tie dye or are you a beginner? This program is for you! Beginners will be shown […]
Bean Art (For tweens entering grades 4-6)
Bean Art (For tweens entering grades 4-6)
Children’s Art Studio
Create your own special collage using beans in a variety of colors! Bring along some ideas for a nature-themed collage you’d like to create (or something else!). All materials will be provided by the library. For tweens entering grades 4 through 6 only.
6 events,
(In-Person Event) Morning Book Club: Come Fly with Me
(In-Person Event) Morning Book Club: Come Fly with Me
Community Room
Join the Morning Book Club to talk about Come Fly the World. The book by Julia Cooke is about the little-known history, and personal stories, of the women of Pan Am […]
Open Art Studio Morning Session
Open Art Studio Morning Session
Children’s Art Studio
Wednesdays, July 6, 13, 20, 27 & August 3 10:30 am - 12 pm OR 1 - 2:30 pm Drop in on any date anytime during open hours, as space […]
Open Art Studio Afternoon Session
Open Art Studio Afternoon Session
Children’s Art Studio
Wednesdays, July 6, 13, 20, 27 & August 3 10:30 am - 12 pm OR 1 - 2:30 pm Drop in on any date anytime during open hours, as space […]
6 events,
Summer Gallery Exhibit: Art on a Card
Gallery Exhibit
Summer Gallery Exhibit: Art on a Card Now on display in our Gallery through August 30, 2022 At the beginning of 2022, the Avon Library held an art contest to design new library cards. Avon residents were invited to submit their designs in one of four age groups: Elementary, Middle School, High School and Adult. […]
Razzle Dazzle Dance Party – INDOORS
Razzle Dazzle Dance Party – INDOORS
Community Room
Dance along and have some fun to your favorite songs. Who: For ages six and under with a caregiver When: Thursday mornings @ 11 a.m. / June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28, & August 4 *Sign up once to be signed up for the whole session* Where: Library Community Room (Indoors, 1st Floor) Registration […]
Current Events (virtual program)
Current Events (virtual program)
Online (Zoom)
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 […]
Visit with FRANCESCO SEDITA and PRESCOTT SERAYDARIAN, Authors of The Pathfinders Society Series
Visit with FRANCESCO SEDITA and PRESCOTT SERAYDARIAN, Authors of The Pathfinders Society Series
Online (Zoom- Kids and Teens)
Who is the event for? Kids and teens entering grades 4-7 What will we do at the event? Hear from and chat with the authors of THE PATHFINDERS SOCIETY Series, FRANCESCO SEDITA and PRESCOTT SERAYDARIAN. When and where is the meeting? Thursday, July 7th from 5:00 - 5:30 pm ON ZOOM Are you entering […]
3 events,
Little Lemurs (Outside)
Little Lemurs (Outside)
Library Lawn
Come for early literacy fun featuring stories, ukulele songs, rhymes, and movement! This 30 minute interactive program is specifically geared toward children aged 2 and 3. For ages 2 and 3 with caregiver Friday mornings, July 1, 8, 15, 22 & August 5, 12 @ 11am *Sign up once for the whole session* Meeting on […]
7 events,
Science of Candle Making
Science of Candle Making
Children’s Art Studio
For teens entering Grades 7-12 Monday, July 11 & Tuesday, July 12, 2 - 4 pm Come explore how to hand pour your very own candles. It requires more science than you think! We will have lots of fun working with temps and flashpoints as we create beautifully scented candles for you to keep! Sign […]
Teen Writer’s Block
Teen Writer’s Block
Library Lawn
When: Monday July 11 from 2:30-3:30pm Open to teens entering grades 7 to 12 in Fall 2022. This group is for teen writers looking to find other teens with the same interest. This group will be run by Juliana Spink Mills, a wonderful local science fiction and fantasy author. We will meet outside on the […]
Chess Club (In-person)
Chess Club (In-person)
Children’s Department Main Room
Do you love playing chess? Would you like to meet other players and expand your chess playing skills? Come to in-person chess club! We will meet from 4:30pm-5:30pm on the 2nd floor of the children's department. When you register, you sign up for both dates, July 11 and July 25. Chess boards are provided by […]
8 events,
Do, Re, (You &) Me!!! Outside on the Library Lawn! (Summer 2022)
Do, Re, (You &) Me!!! Outside on the Library Lawn! (Summer 2022)
Library Lawn
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 […]
Science of Candle Making
Science of Candle Making
Children’s Art Studio
For teens entering Grades 7-12 Monday, July 11 & Tuesday, July 12, 2 - 4 pm Come explore how to hand pour your very own candles. It requires more science than you think! We will have lots of fun working with temps and flashpoints as we create beautifully scented candles for you to keep! Sign […]
Bird Bonanza (For children entering grades 1-3)
Bird Bonanza (For children entering grades 1-3)
Community Room
Listen to a story about a birds and learn about how birds build their nests! Then, use your engineering skills to build your own bird nest! For children entering grades 1 through 3 only.
8 events,
Open Art Studio Morning Session
Open Art Studio Morning Session
Children’s Art Studio
Wednesdays, July 6, 13, 20, 27 & August 3 10:30 am - 12 pm OR 1 - 2:30 pm Drop in on any date anytime during open hours, as space allows All Ages with Caregiver There will be a different creative experience each week. The morning and afternoon creative experience will be the same.
Travel Meetups (Virtual Meeting)
Travel Meetups (Virtual Meeting)
Online (Zoom)
We travel because our life is defined by experiences. No matter whether we traveled near or far, all of those experiences helped us shape who we currently are. Join us […]
Open Art Studio Afternoon Session
Open Art Studio Afternoon Session
Children’s Art Studio
Wednesdays, July 6, 13, 20, 27 & August 3 10:30 am - 12 pm OR 1 - 2:30 pm Drop in on any date anytime during open hours, as space […]
7 events,
Razzle Dazzle Dance Party – INDOORS
Razzle Dazzle Dance Party – INDOORS
Community Room
Dance along and have some fun to your favorite songs. Who: For ages six and under with a caregiver When: Thursday mornings @ 11 a.m. / June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28, & August 4 *Sign up once to be signed up for the whole session* Where: Library Community Room (Indoors, 1st Floor) Registration […]
Current Events (virtual program)
Current Events (virtual program)
Online (Zoom)
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 […]
3 events,
Little Lemurs (Outside)
Little Lemurs (Outside)
Library Lawn
Come for early literacy fun featuring stories, ukulele songs, rhymes, and movement! This 30 minute interactive program is specifically geared toward children aged 2 and 3. For ages 2 and 3 with caregiver Friday mornings, July 1, 8, 15, 22 & August 5, 12 @ 11am *Sign up once for the whole session* Meeting on […]
Avon vs. Simsbury Water Wars, Color War, & Dunk Tank!
Avon vs. Simsbury Water Wars, Color War, & Dunk Tank!
Library Lawn
When: Fridau July 15, 2:00-3:30 PM (in case of bad weather, the rain date will be Friday July 22, 2:00-3:30 PM) Location: This program will be held outside on the […]
3 events,
Lego Club!
Lego Club!
Community Room
Come create your own lego masterpiece! For children ages 6-12. The library will provide legos for this program. Mondays 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. in the Community Room (1st Floor). July 11, 18, 25 August 1, 8
Illuminated Letters for Teens
Illuminated Letters for Teens
Children’s Art Studio
What is an illuminated letter? It was usually the first letter on a page of hand written books from long ago. They were large and colorful, often accented with gold. […]
8 events,
Do, Re, (You &) Me!!! Outside on the Library Lawn! (Summer 2022)
Do, Re, (You &) Me!!! Outside on the Library Lawn! (Summer 2022)
Library Lawn
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 […]
(In-Person) Connecticut Farms and Farmers Markets: Tours, Trails and Attractions
(In-Person) Connecticut Farms and Farmers Markets: Tours, Trails and Attractions
Community Room
From Salisbury to Stonington and everywhere in-between, Connecticut farms are calling you! Join authors Amy Nawrocki and Eric D. Lehman for a presentation about farms, farmers markets, and other visiting opportunities throughout our beautiful state. Their new book Connecticut Farms and Farmers Markets: Tours, Trails and Attractions profiles hundreds of local markets, festivals, pick-your-owns, museums, […]
4 events,
Open Art Studio Morning Session
Open Art Studio Morning Session
Children’s Art Studio
Wednesdays, July 6, 13, 20, 27 & August 3 10:30 am - 12 pm OR 1 - 2:30 pm Drop in on any date anytime during open hours, as space allows All Ages with Caregiver There will be a different creative experience each week. The morning and afternoon creative experience will be the same.
Open Art Studio Afternoon Session
Open Art Studio Afternoon Session
Children’s Art Studio
Wednesdays, July 6, 13, 20, 27 & August 3 10:30 am - 12 pm OR 1 - 2:30 pm Drop in on any date anytime during open hours, as space allows All Ages with Caregiver There will be a different creative experience each week. The morning and afternoon creative experience will be the same.
Animal Embassy
Animal Embassy
Library Lawn
Wednesday, July 20, 3 pm Drop In, *Location changed to the 1st Floor Community Room* due to anticipated heat. Ages 5+ Animal Embassy - Come see real, live animals! Chris Evers will bring animals from near and far to show in this program titled "Journey from Land to Sea." They’ll bring turtles, snakes, frogs, and other animals […]
5 events,
Razzle Dazzle Dance Party – INDOORS
Razzle Dazzle Dance Party – INDOORS
Community Room
Dance along and have some fun to your favorite songs. Who: For ages six and under with a caregiver When: Thursday mornings @ 11 a.m. / June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28, & August 4 *Sign up once to be signed up for the whole session* Where: Library Community Room (Indoors, 1st Floor) Registration […]
Current Events (virtual program)
Current Events (virtual program)
Online (Zoom)
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 […]
2 events,
Little Lemurs (Outside)
Little Lemurs (Outside)
Library Lawn
Come for early literacy fun featuring stories, ukulele songs, rhymes, and movement! This 30 minute interactive program is specifically geared toward children aged 2 and 3. For ages 2 and 3 with caregiver Friday mornings, July 1, 8, 15, 22 & August 5, 12 @ 11am *Sign up once for the whole session* Meeting on […]
3 events,
Lego Club!
Lego Club!
Community Room
Come create your own lego masterpiece! For children ages 6-12. The library will provide legos for this program. Mondays 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. in the Community Room (1st Floor). July 11, 18, 25 August 1, 8
Chess Club (In-person)
Chess Club (In-person)
Children’s Department Main Room
Do you love playing chess? Would you like to meet other players and expand your chess playing skills? Come to in-person chess club! We will meet from 4:30pm-5:30pm on the 2nd floor of the children's department. When you register, you sign up for both dates, July 11 and July 25. Chess boards are provided by […]
5 events,
Do, Re, (You &) Me!!! Outside on the Library Lawn! (Summer 2022)
Do, Re, (You &) Me!!! Outside on the Library Lawn! (Summer 2022)
Library Lawn
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 […]
Teen Vegan Smoothies!
Teen Vegan Smoothies!
Children’s Art Studio
Vegan Smoothies When: Tuesday July 26, 2:00 -3:00 PM Location: Art Studio. Sign up required. This program is open to teens entering Grades 7-12 & Class of '22. Make a berry smoothie and an OREO smoothie using milk alternatives. This program entails working with and drinking food products, teens with food allergies and sensitivities should be careful signing up for […]
Nutmeg Narwhals Book Club
Nutmeg Narwhals Book Club
Community Room
For the summer meeting we will read "The Floating Field" by Scott Riley! About the book: "After watching the World Cup on television, a group of Thai boys is inspired to form their own team. But on the island of Koh Panyee, in a village built on stilts, there is no open space. The boys […]
7 events,
Open Art Studio Morning Session
Open Art Studio Morning Session
Children’s Art Studio
Wednesdays, July 6, 13, 20, 27 & August 3 10:30 am - 12 pm OR 1 - 2:30 pm Drop in on any date anytime during open hours, as space allows All Ages with Caregiver There will be a different creative experience each week. The morning and afternoon creative experience will be the same.
Open Art Studio Afternoon Session
Open Art Studio Afternoon Session
Children’s Art Studio
Wednesdays, July 6, 13, 20, 27 & August 3 10:30 am - 12 pm OR 1 - 2:30 pm Drop in on any date anytime during open hours, as space allows All Ages with Caregiver There will be a different creative experience each week. The morning and afternoon creative experience will be the same.
Kid’s Craft Fair – Sellers Sign Up
Kid’s Craft Fair – Sellers Sign Up
Children’s Information Desk
All Craft Fair Seller tables are full. We welcome you to come shop the craft fair on Wed. 7/27, 2-4pm! When? Wednesday, July 27 Set-Up Time: Beginning at 1 pm Fair Time: 2 - 4 pm Where? Indoors, 2nd Floor Who? Sellers can be kids and teens in Grade 12 and under. What? Sell […]
6 events,
Razzle Dazzle Dance Party – INDOORS
Razzle Dazzle Dance Party – INDOORS
Community Room
Dance along and have some fun to your favorite songs. Who: For ages six and under with a caregiver When: Thursday mornings @ 11 a.m. / June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28, & August 4 *Sign up once to be signed up for the whole session* Where: Library Community Room (Indoors, 1st Floor) Registration […]
Current Events (virtual program)
Current Events (virtual program)
Online (Zoom)
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 […]
3 events,
Teen After Hours Laser Tag Session 1, 6:00-7:15 PM
Teen After Hours Laser Tag Session 1, 6:00-7:15 PM
Children’s Department Main Room
This program is open to teens entering Grades 7-12 & Class of ’22. When: Friday July 29, 6:00-7:15 PM *This program will be held after the library is closed for the day* The library is open 10 AM-5 PM on Fridays, this is an after hours program. Teens can be dropped off in front of […]
Teen After Hours Laser Tag Session 2, 7:15-8:30 PM
Teen After Hours Laser Tag Session 2, 7:15-8:30 PM
Children’s Department Main Room
This program is open to teens entering Grades 7-12 & Class of ’22. When: Friday July 29, 7:15-8:30 PM *This program will be held after the library is closed for the day* The library is open 10 AM-5 PM on Fridays, this is an after hours program. Teens can be dropped off in front of […]
2 events,
3 events,
Lego Club!
Lego Club!
Community Room
Come create your own lego masterpiece! For children ages 6-12. The library will provide legos for this program. Mondays 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. in the Community Room (1st Floor). July 11, 18, 25 August 1, 8
Hot Films for a Hot Summer: Virtual Film Discussions
Hot Films for a Hot Summer: Virtual Film Discussions
Online (Zoom)
Summer film discussions! All discussions will take place on Zoom at 7:00 pm. View the films at home (check https://www.justwatch.com for options) and join us for a Zoom discussion. August 1 - In the Heat of the Night, 1967. “They call me Mr. Tibbs.” The classic line of dialog delivered by Sidney Poitier to Rod […]
4 events,
Do, Re, (You &) Me!!! Outside on the Library Lawn! (Summer 2022)
Do, Re, (You &) Me!!! Outside on the Library Lawn! (Summer 2022)
Library Lawn
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 […]
Teen Mug Decorating
Teen Mug Decorating
Teen Room
When: Tuesday August 2, 2:00-3:00 PM Location: Teen Room (outside on the Library lawn if the weather is nice). Sign up required. This program is open to teens entering Grades 7-12 & Class of '22. Teens will each receive 2 mugs to decorate with Sharpies and Sharpie Paint pens. All materials provided by the Avon […]
Nature Weaving (For tweens entering grades 4-6)
Nature Weaving (For tweens entering grades 4-6)
Children’s Art Studio
Nature weaving encourages creativity, self-expression, and appreciation of nature. Experiment with various textures and nature objects, and create your own weaving project! Although the library will have some natural objects for weaving, you are encouraged to bring your own nature items from home for the project. For tweens entering grades 4 through 6 only.
5 events,
Open Art Studio Morning Session
Open Art Studio Morning Session
Children’s Art Studio
Wednesdays, July 6, 13, 20, 27 & August 3 10:30 am - 12 pm OR 1 - 2:30 pm Drop in on any date anytime during open hours, as space allows All Ages with Caregiver There will be a different creative experience each week. The morning and afternoon creative experience will be the same.
Open Art Studio Afternoon Session
Open Art Studio Afternoon Session
Children’s Art Studio
Wednesdays, July 6, 13, 20, 27 & August 3 10:30 am - 12 pm OR 1 - 2:30 pm Drop in on any date anytime during open hours, as space allows All Ages with Caregiver There will be a different creative experience each week. The morning and afternoon creative experience will be the same.
Annual Ice Cream Social
Annual Ice Cream Social
Community Room
Wednesday, August 3, 2 - 4 pm Drop In, Indoors, 1st Floor, Community Room All Ages Annual Ice Cream Social - Celebrate the end of summer with delicious ice cream sundaes! Sponsored by the Friends of the Library
4 events,
Razzle Dazzle Dance Party – INDOORS
Razzle Dazzle Dance Party – INDOORS
Community Room
Dance along and have some fun to your favorite songs. Who: For ages six and under with a caregiver When: Thursday mornings @ 11 a.m. / June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28, & August 4 *Sign up once to be signed up for the whole session* Where: Library Community Room (Indoors, 1st Floor) Registration […]
Current Events (virtual program)
Current Events (virtual program)
Online (Zoom)
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 […]
Teen Summer Reading Prize Auction
Teen Summer Reading Prize Auction
Community Room
When: Thursday, August 4, 2:00-4:00 PM Location: Community Room. Sign up required. This program is for teens entering Grades 7-12 & Class of '22, family is welcome to attend. The room capacity is 100 and preference will be given to admit teens who are bidding in the auction. How does the PRIZE AUCTION and Library […]
2 events,
Little Lemurs (Outside)
Little Lemurs (Outside)
Library Lawn
Come for early literacy fun featuring stories, ukulele songs, rhymes, and movement! This 30 minute interactive program is specifically geared toward children aged 2 and 3. For ages 2 and 3 with caregiver Friday mornings, July 1, 8, 15, 22 & August 5, 12 @ 11am *Sign up once for the whole session* Meeting on […]
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