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Winter Craft Fair – SELLER SIGN UP FULL
Yoga Space
Registration for sellers is now closed as we are full. When? Wednesday, December 11 from 5:00-6:30 PM Set-Up Time: Beginning at 4pm Fair Time: 5-6:30 PM Where? Indoors, 2nd Floor Children’s Department Who? Sellers can be kids and teens in Grades 12 and under. What? Sell your cool creations and crafty treasures. Sellers must sign-up online to reserve a table. Don’t […]
Volunteer to make Hanukkah, Christmas or Winter cards for Seniors
Children’s Information Desk
A fun and creative volunteer opportunity! The Avon Library and the Avon Youth Services Bureau will provide card-making supplies for you to make cards for the seniors of Avon to bring them joy and cheer this holiday and winter season. We are partnering with the Avon Youth Services Board to distribute them to the Avon […]
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Rockin’ Raccoons Storytime- November/December 2024
Rockin’ Raccoons Storytime- November/December 2024
Children’s Department Main Room
Join us on Monday mornings for a fun, all-ages Storytime! On the Big Carpet in the Children’s Main Room, we will hear stories, dance and sing on Monday mornings. Start your week off at Rockin’ Raccoons! When?: Mondays November 25, December 2, 9, 16, 23. Where?: In the Children’s Department Main Room, right on the Big […]
Chess Classes with Team DIG USA
Chess Classes with Team DIG USA
Children’s Art Studio
Team DIG USA will be joining us this summer to teach two classes on Monday, November 24th and Monday, December 2nd. A coach from Team DIG USA will teach a 45 minute strategy class for kids in grades 2 – 6, followed by about 15 minutes of playtime to practice the skills learned with coach […]
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Do, Re, (You &) Me! November and December 2024
Do, Re, (You &) Me! November and December 2024
Children’s Department Main Room
A music program with Ms. Jaimee on the main floor of the Children’s Department (near the piano). For Children ages 6 and under with a caregiver! Tuesdays at 11:00 a.m. NO PROGRAM NOVEMBER 5 November 12: Bears! NO PROGRAM NOVEMBER 19 November 26: On the go! December 3: Favorites! December 10: Dance, Dance, Dance! December […]
Homeschool Nutmeg Book Club: Fauja Singh Keeps Going (Ages 7-9)
Homeschool Nutmeg Book Club: Fauja Singh Keeps Going (Ages 7-9)
Children’s Storytime Room
Homeschoolers are invited to discuss 2025 CT Nutmeg Book Award Nominees, with the Farmington Libraries and Avon Free Public Library! Children are responsible for obtaining their own copy of the book. Please contact the host library for help obtaining a copy. The Avon Free Public Library will host the book discussion in December, and the […]
Homeschool Nutmeg Book Club: A Rover’s Story (Ages 9-12)
Homeschool Nutmeg Book Club: A Rover’s Story (Ages 9-12)
Children’s Art Studio
Homeschoolers are invited to discuss 2025 CT Nutmeg Book Award Nominees, with the Farmington Libraries and Avon Free Public Library! Children are responsible for obtaining their own copy of the book. Please contact the host library for help obtaining a copy. The Avon Free Public Library will host the book discussion in December, and the […]
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Open Art Studio
Open Art Studio
Children’s Art Studio
Art experiences designed to encourage creativity for families with children of all ages Drop in between 11:00 and 12:00 Wednesdays October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 November 13, 27 December 4, 11, 18
BEE YOURSELF: Paint Your Own Cookie! (Grades 4-6)
BEE YOURSELF: Paint Your Own Cookie! (Grades 4-6)
Children’s Art Studio
This month, our friends in Grades 4-6 will have a chance to paint their own cookie! When?: Wednesday December 4th from 4:30-5:30 PM Where?: The Art Studio on the 2nd Floor What?: An hour-long art program where we will paint our own holiday cookies! Each participant is provided with a DIY cookie painting kit. The […]
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Baby and Me
Baby and Me
Children’s Storytime Room
Baby and Me Thursdays 11:00 to 11:30 Books, rhymes, songs, baby sign language and bubbles! Currently signing up babies: newborn to 12 months with a caregiver Registration required September 5, 12, 19, 26 October 10, 17, 24, 31 November 7, 14 December 12, 19
Kids’ Art Journaling (Grades 3-6)
Kids’ Art Journaling (Grades 3-6)
Children’s Art Studio
When?: Thursday December 5 from 4:30-5:30 PM Where?: The Art Studio on the 2nd Floor What?: For Friends in Grades 3-6. Art Journaling is the process of creating a visual record of your thoughts, memories, feelings, and artistic expressions! Come create with us as we undertake new prompts and exercises to express ourselves! Create your […]
A Special Holiday Sing Your Stuffy to Sleep!
A Special Holiday 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! November 7, 14, 21 December 5, 12, 19 December 19th will be holiday-themed with special songs […]
2 events,
Little Lemurs Storytime
Little Lemurs Storytime
Throughout the Library
An early literacy program geared toward children ages 2 and 3 with a caregiver. Siblings are welcome! We’ll read stories, engage in music and movement, enjoy ukulele songs, and learn action rhymes and fingerplays, all to encourage early literacy development and a love of reading. Fridays at 11am, in the community room on the first […]
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Rockin’ Raccoons Storytime- November/December 2024
Rockin’ Raccoons Storytime- November/December 2024
Children’s Department Main Room
Join us on Monday mornings for a fun, all-ages Storytime! On the Big Carpet in the Children’s Main Room, we will hear stories, dance and sing on Monday mornings. Start your week off at Rockin’ Raccoons! When?: Mondays November 25, December 2, 9, 16, 23. Where?: In the Children’s Department Main Room, right on the Big […]
2 events,
Do, Re, (You &) Me! November and December 2024
Do, Re, (You &) Me! November and December 2024
Children’s Department Main Room
A music program with Ms. Jaimee on the main floor of the Children’s Department (near the piano). For Children ages 6 and under with a caregiver! Tuesdays at 11:00 a.m. NO PROGRAM NOVEMBER 5 November 12: Bears! NO PROGRAM NOVEMBER 19 November 26: On the go! December 3: Favorites! December 10: Dance, Dance, Dance! December […]
Tales & Tunes
Tales & Tunes
Children’s Department Main Room
Tuesday, December 10th at 6:00pm Children's Room Main Floor Join us for stories, songs, and movement! Recommended for ages 3+ Registration Encouraged, Drop-Ins Welcome!
3 events,
Open Art Studio
Open Art Studio
Children’s Art Studio
Art experiences designed to encourage creativity for families with children of all ages Drop in between 11:00 and 12:00 Wednesdays October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 November 13, 27 December 4, 11, 18
Open Art Studio-Afternoon Special
Open Art Studio-Afternoon Special
Children’s Art Studio
A variety of art experiences designed to encourage creativity for families with children of all ages Drop in between 4:30 and 5:30 Wednesday December 11
Winter Craft Fair 2024
Winter Craft Fair 2024
Children’s Department Main Room
When?: Wednesday Decemeber 11th from 5:00-6:30 PM Where?: The Children's Department Main Floor (2nd Floor) What?: A craft fair filled with entirely kid and teen-made crafts! Come shop our skilled crafters booths and find some new creations just in time for the holiday season! Each year has been different, but you can expect to see […]
2 events,
Baby and Me
Baby and Me
Children’s Storytime Room
Baby and Me Thursdays 11:00 to 11:30 Books, rhymes, songs, baby sign language and bubbles! Currently signing up babies: newborn to 12 months with a caregiver Registration required September 5, 12, 19, 26 October 10, 17, 24, 31 November 7, 14 December 12, 19
A Special Holiday Sing Your Stuffy to Sleep!
A Special Holiday 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! November 7, 14, 21 December 5, 12, 19 December 19th will be holiday-themed with special songs […]
1 event,
Little Lemurs Storytime
Little Lemurs Storytime
Throughout the Library
An early literacy program geared toward children ages 2 and 3 with a caregiver. Siblings are welcome! We’ll read stories, engage in music and movement, enjoy ukulele songs, and learn action rhymes and fingerplays, all to encourage early literacy development and a love of reading. Fridays at 11am, in the community room on the first […]
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2 events,
Rockin’ Raccoons Storytime- November/December 2024
Rockin’ Raccoons Storytime- November/December 2024
Children’s Department Main Room
Join us on Monday mornings for a fun, all-ages Storytime! On the Big Carpet in the Children’s Main Room, we will hear stories, dance and sing on Monday mornings. Start your week off at Rockin’ Raccoons! When?: Mondays November 25, December 2, 9, 16, 23. Where?: In the Children’s Department Main Room, right on the Big […]
Chess Club
Chess Club
Children’s Art Studio
Do you love chess and want to meet other players? Chess club is open to grades 2-6 and meets approximately once a month. Come play chess in an informal, fun and relaxed atmosphere. Connect with other players and learn some fun variants. Players will rotate partners throughout the evening. *Players are expected to know the […]
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Do, Re, (You &) Me! November and December 2024
Do, Re, (You &) Me! November and December 2024
Children’s Department Main Room
A music program with Ms. Jaimee on the main floor of the Children’s Department (near the piano). For Children ages 6 and under with a caregiver! Tuesdays at 11:00 a.m. NO PROGRAM NOVEMBER 5 November 12: Bears! NO PROGRAM NOVEMBER 19 November 26: On the go! December 3: Favorites! December 10: Dance, Dance, Dance! December […]
December Kid Readers Unite: The Ribbon Skirt a graphic novel by Cameron Mukwa
December Kid Readers Unite: The Ribbon Skirt a graphic novel by Cameron Mukwa
Group Study #4, 2nd Floor
This is a book discussion for kids in Grades 4-6 Date: Tues. December, 17th, 4:30-5:30pm Location: 2nd floor, Group Study Room #4 Who can sign up? Kids in Grades 4-6. The first 12 kids to sign up AND pickup their book will get a copy to keep.*** Due to high demand for this title, we ask […]
2 events,
Open Art Studio
Open Art Studio
Children’s Art Studio
Art experiences designed to encourage creativity for families with children of all ages Drop in between 11:00 and 12:00 Wednesdays October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 November 13, 27 December 4, 11, 18
Pokémon Trading Card Club
Pokémon Trading Card Club
Children’s Department Main Room
When: Wednesday, December 18th from 4:30 – 5:30 pm Location: 2nd Floor, Children’s Department Main Floor Venture into the exciting world of Pokémon! Bring cards to show off or trade. Join us on the second floor, children’s department main floor for Pokémon Trading Card Club! Registration for a reminder for this all ages program. Parents of […]
3 events,
Baby and Me
Baby and Me
Children’s Storytime Room
Baby and Me Thursdays 11:00 to 11:30 Books, rhymes, songs, baby sign language and bubbles! Currently signing up babies: newborn to 12 months with a caregiver Registration required September 5, 12, 19, 26 October 10, 17, 24, 31 November 7, 14 December 12, 19
Kids’ Role Playing Games – Library Cats (Grades 4-6)
Kids’ Role Playing Games – Library Cats (Grades 4-6)
Children’s Storytime Room
Table Top Role Playing Games (TTRPG) have gained popularity in recent years. Similar to Dungeons and Dragons, a TTRPG is a collaborative storytelling game where players create and control fictional characters in a developing story. In this Kids' RPG program, we will play Library Cats! In our silly TTRPG, we will play as either cats […]
A Special Holiday Sing Your Stuffy to Sleep!
A Special Holiday 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! November 7, 14, 21 December 5, 12, 19 December 19th will be holiday-themed with special songs […]
1 event,
Little Lemurs Storytime
Little Lemurs Storytime
Throughout the Library
An early literacy program geared toward children ages 2 and 3 with a caregiver. Siblings are welcome! We’ll read stories, engage in music and movement, enjoy ukulele songs, and learn action rhymes and fingerplays, all to encourage early literacy development and a love of reading. Fridays at 11am, in the community room on the first […]
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Rockin’ Raccoons Storytime- November/December 2024
Rockin’ Raccoons Storytime- November/December 2024
Children’s Department Main Room
Join us on Monday mornings for a fun, all-ages Storytime! On the Big Carpet in the Children’s Main Room, we will hear stories, dance and sing on Monday mornings. Start your week off at Rockin’ Raccoons! When?: Mondays November 25, December 2, 9, 16, 23. Where?: In the Children’s Department Main Room, right on the Big […]
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Noon Year’s Eve Celebration
Noon Year’s Eve Celebration
Children’s Art Studio
Noon Year's Eve Celebration! Tuesday, December 31 11:30am-12:30pm Join us for New Year’s themed stories and songs, and a celebratory countdown to noon with balloons and a bubble stomp! Once we’ve rung in the “noon year,” we’ll do a special art activity in the art studio, available while supplies last. Recommended for families with children […]
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Baby and Me
Baby and Me
Children’s Storytime Room
Baby and Me Thursdays 11:00 to 11:30 Books, rhymes, songs, baby sign language and bubbles! Currently signing up babies: newborn to 12 months with a caregiver Registration required January 2, 16, 23, 30 February 6, 13, 20, 27 March 6, 13, 20, 27
Sing Your Stuffy to Sleep! January 2025
Sing Your Stuffy to Sleep! January 2025
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! January 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Registration required
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