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Summer Kids Lego Club 2024
Summer Kids Lego Club 2024
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. July 8, 15, 22, 29 ***SIGN UP FOR EACH DATE SEPARATELY***
12 events,
July Art Exhibit: Shepherd Myers – Ants: Earth’s Terrestrial Landlords
Gallery Exhibit
July Art Exhibit: Shepherd Myers - Ants: Earth's Terrestrial Landlords ~An exhibit of scientific illustrations of ants found throughout the world~ On display in our Gallery this month is a collection of technical illustration prints by Shepherd Myers of ants that can be found throughout the world. The drawings reveal in great detail the […]
Do, Re, (You &) Me! Outside on the Library Lawn- July & August 2024
Do, Re, (You &) Me! Outside on the Library Lawn- July & August 2024
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). Tuesday mornings at […]
9 events,
Open Art Studio-Morning
Open Art Studio-Morning
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 June 19, 26 July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 August 7, 14 ADD TO CALENDAR
Open Art Studio-Afternoon
Open Art Studio-Afternoon
Children’s Art Studio
Art experiences designed to encourage creativity for families with children of all ages Drop in between 2:00 and 3:00 Wednesdays June 19, 26 July 3, 10, 17, 31 August 14 *Please note: There will be no afternoon Open Art Studio session on July 24 and August 7
3 events,
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 […]
4 events,
2 events,
9 events,
Rockin’ Raccoons Adventure Storytime
Rockin’ Raccoons Adventure Storytime
Children’s Department Main Room
The adventure begins on Monday Mornings! Join us Mondays in July and August for a fun, all-ages Storytime! On the Big Carpet in the Children's Main Room, we will hear stories, dance and sing, and enjoy a storytime adventure! When?: Mondays July 8, 15, 22, 29 August 5, 12, 19. Where?: In the Children's Department […]
Teen Silent Book Club
Teen Silent Book Club
Board Room, 2nd Floor
When: Mondays from 2:00 – 3:00 pm July 8, August 5, August 12 Where: Second Floor, Teen Room It’s warm outside! Calling all introverts to gather for a low-pressure book club in the AC! Do you still reminisce about “Drop Everything and Read” (DEAR) from Elementary School? With this book club there’s no pressure to […]
14 events,
Do, Re, (You &) Me! Outside on the Library Lawn- July & August 2024
Do, Re, (You &) Me! Outside on the Library Lawn- July & August 2024
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). Tuesday mornings at […]
10 events,
Open Art Studio-Morning
Open Art Studio-Morning
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 June 19, 26 July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 August 7, 14 ADD TO CALENDAR
15 events,
Baby and Me – Summer
Baby and Me – Summer
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 July 11, 18, 25 August 1, 8, 15
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 […]
7 events,
Little Lemurs Summer Storytime
Little Lemurs Summer Storytime
Community Room
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 […]
11 events,
Rockin’ Raccoons Adventure Storytime
Rockin’ Raccoons Adventure Storytime
Children’s Department Main Room
The adventure begins on Monday Mornings! Join us Mondays in July and August for a fun, all-ages Storytime! On the Big Carpet in the Children's Main Room, we will hear stories, dance and sing, and enjoy a storytime adventure! When?: Mondays July 8, 15, 22, 29 August 5, 12, 19. Where?: In the Children's Department […]
11 events,
Do, Re, (You &) Me! Outside on the Library Lawn- July & August 2024
Do, Re, (You &) Me! Outside on the Library Lawn- July & August 2024
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). Tuesday mornings at […]
7 events,
Open Art Studio-Morning
Open Art Studio-Morning
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 June 19, 26 July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 August 7, 14 ADD TO CALENDAR
7 events,
Baby and Me – Summer
Baby and Me – Summer
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 July 11, 18, 25 August 1, 8, 15
Reptiles and Amphibians Program
Reptiles and Amphibians Program
Community Room
Harris in Wonderland: Reptiles and Amphibians Harris in Wonderland, a fish and reptile specialty shop, in Canton, CT will do an animal show! Come meet mystery reptiles as well as amphibians, and see "a wide variety of creatures from the dense, lush rainforests to the harsh, arid deserts, while Adam is on hand to […]
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,
3 events,
7 events,
Rockin’ Raccoons Adventure Storytime
Rockin’ Raccoons Adventure Storytime
Children’s Department Main Room
The adventure begins on Monday Mornings! Join us Mondays in July and August for a fun, all-ages Storytime! On the Big Carpet in the Children's Main Room, we will hear stories, dance and sing, and enjoy a storytime adventure! When?: Mondays July 8, 15, 22, 29 August 5, 12, 19. Where?: In the Children's Department […]
Summer Kids Lego Club 2024
Summer Kids Lego Club 2024
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. July 8, 15, 22, 29 ***SIGN UP FOR EACH DATE SEPARATELY***
12 events,
C&C: Conversation & Camaraderie
C&C: Conversation & Camaraderie
Atrium, First Floor Reference Area
Conversations & Camaraderie: a Farmington Valley Men’s Social Group Focusing on friendship among men from Avon and the neighboring towns. This new group is focused on in-depth, philosophical conversations on a variety of topics; each meeting will have a different conversation starter. The first meeting will focus on growing up during the 1950s and 1960s, and […]
Do, Re, (You &) Me! Outside on the Library Lawn- July & August 2024
Do, Re, (You &) Me! Outside on the Library Lawn- July & August 2024
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). Tuesday mornings at […]
5 events,
Open Art Studio-Morning
Open Art Studio-Morning
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 June 19, 26 July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 August 7, 14 ADD TO CALENDAR
Wonderful Wednesdays: Bryson Lang Comedy & Juggling Show
Wonderful Wednesdays: Bryson Lang Comedy & Juggling Show
Community Room
Bryson Lang Comedy and Juggling Show Bryson Lang takes ordinary and out-of-the-ordinary objects and literally spins them into a visual tapestry. See flying sombreros, spinning rings, upside down bounce-juggling and more! Wednesday, July 24 at 2pm Recommended for ages 5+, but all ages are welcome. Drop in, no registration required. Space is limited, on a […]
8 events,
Baby and Me – Summer
Baby and Me – Summer
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 July 11, 18, 25 August 1, 8, 15
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 […]
6 events,
Little Lemurs Summer Storytime
Little Lemurs Summer Storytime
Community Room
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 […]
Local Author Festival Reunion: Catch up with our Original Mystery Authors!
Local Author Festival Reunion: Catch up with our Original Mystery Authors!
Community Room
It's reunion time! Catch up with the mystery authors from our VERY FIRST author panel. Enjoy a panel discussion with Cori Arnold, Steve Liskow, Chuck Miceli, and Carole Shmurak, Cori Lynn Arnold, a true jack-of-all-trades hails from the icy landscapes of North Pole, Alaska. From hotel housekeeper to radio disc jockey, and from high school […]
7 events,
Rockin’ Raccoons Adventure Storytime
Rockin’ Raccoons Adventure Storytime
Children’s Department Main Room
The adventure begins on Monday Mornings! Join us Mondays in July and August for a fun, all-ages Storytime! On the Big Carpet in the Children's Main Room, we will hear stories, dance and sing, and enjoy a storytime adventure! When?: Mondays July 8, 15, 22, 29 August 5, 12, 19. Where?: In the Children's Department […]
(In-Person Event) Learn about Henna Body Art
(In-Person Event) Learn about Henna Body Art
Community Room
Learn about the origins and history of henna with Jamilah of Jamilah Henna Creations. We will go over what henna is, how it works, and where it came from. 20 participants will be selected to have a professionally applied henna design. (For Adults) Registration is required for this in-person event.
All Things Graphic Novels + Manga
All Things Graphic Novels + Manga
Board Room, 2nd Floor
When: Monday, July 29th from 3:00 - 4:00 pm Where: 2nd Floor, Teen Room Dive into the world of graphic novels and manga with our teen discussion focusing on all things graphic novels + manga! Explore diverse genres, share favorites, and discover new titles. Connect with fellow enthusiasts, geek out over art and characters, and […]
7 events,
Do, Re, (You &) Me! Outside on the Library Lawn- July & August 2024
Do, Re, (You &) Me! Outside on the Library Lawn- July & August 2024
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). Tuesday mornings at […]
Critter Meet & Greet for Teens
Critter Meet & Greet for Teens
Community Room
When: Tuesday, July 30th from 2 - 3 pm Where: 1st Floor, Community Room Get ready for an up-close and personal encounter with some of nature's most fascinating and adorable creatures! Step into a world of wonder as we showcase a curated selection of approximately 6 adorable animals, including bunnies, guinea pigs, turtles, chinchillas, hedgehogs, […]
5 events,
Open Art Studio-Morning
Open Art Studio-Morning
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 June 19, 26 July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 August 7, 14 ADD TO CALENDAR
Open Art Studio-Afternoon
Open Art Studio-Afternoon
Children’s Art Studio
Art experiences designed to encourage creativity for families with children of all ages Drop in between 2:00 and 3:00 Wednesdays June 19, 26 July 3, 10, 17, 31 August 14 *Please note: There will be no afternoon Open Art Studio session on July 24 and August 7
4 events,
Baby and Me – Summer
Baby and Me – Summer
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 July 11, 18, 25 August 1, 8, 15
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 Summer Storytime
Little Lemurs Summer Storytime
Community Room
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 […]
After Hours: Teen Lock-In Party!
After Hours: Teen Lock-In Party!
Teen Room
When: 5:30 - 7:00 pm Where: After Hours at the Library Take over the library after hours! Join us for an epic teens only party on August 2nd from 5:30 - 7:30 pm! We'll have crafts, games, pizza and snacks! For grades 7 - 12 & class of 2024. Registration is required! Check in will […]
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