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3 events,
October Art Exhibit: The Intergalactic Beets Project
Gallery Exhibit
October Art Exhibit: The Intergalactic Beets Project On display in our Gallery for the month of October is an exhibit unlike anything we have had before. Come and experience The Intergalactic Beets Project. It is an art/music/prose project that imagines an intergalactic record label distributing music from alien artists from distant planets and galaxies. […]
9 events,
Rockin’ Raccoons Storytime- Fall 2024
Rockin’ Raccoons Storytime- Fall 2024
Children’s Department Main Room
There will be no Rockin' Raccoons Mon. 10/7. This story time will return on Mon. 10/21. The Library will be closed on Mon. 10/14 in observance of the holiday. Join us Mondays in Fall for a fun, all-ages Storytime! On the Big Carpet in the Children’s Main Room, we will hear stories, dance […]
China Book Discussion Series: The Good Earth
China Book Discussion Series: The Good Earth
Community Room
Mon., Oct. 28, 2024 2 PM: The Good Earth by Pearsl S. Buck Wang Lang, a simple peasant farmer, takes as a wife a battered slave girl who becomes an indomitable, loyal woman. Working the land together, they prosper and increase their holdings, yet Wang eventually betrays his family and neglects the earth he had […]
13 events,
Do, Re, (You &) Me! Outside on the Library Lawn- September & October 2024
Do, Re, (You &) Me! Outside on the Library Lawn- September & October 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 […]
13 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
10 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
6 events,
November Art Exhibit: Avon Arts Association Holiday Art Show
Gallery Exhibit
November Art Exhibit: Avon Arts Association Holiday Art Show Featured in our Gallery for the month of November is the Holiday Art Show by the Avon Arts Association. Make a point to stop by and see all of the beautiful work on display by the many talented members. Avon Arts Association provides annual college scholarships […]
CTDA Open Meeting 2024
CTDA Open Meeting 2024
Community Room
Learn more about the CTDA and engage with the CTDA community from across Connecticut to talk about all the work being done to advance digital cultural heritage across the state of Connecticut. The CTDA Open Meeting includes participants from across Connecticut and with this event to be available both in-person broadcast virtually on November 1, […]
2 events,
21 events,
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 […]
Rockin’ Raccoons Storytime- Fall 2024
Rockin’ Raccoons Storytime- Fall 2024
Children’s Department Main Room
There will be no Rockin' Raccoons Mon. 10/7. This story time will return on Mon. 10/21. The Library will be closed on Mon. 10/14 in observance of the holiday. Join us Mondays in Fall for a fun, all-ages Storytime! On the Big Carpet in the Children’s Main Room, we will hear stories, dance […]
Art Adventure: Ink & Watercolor Leaves
Art Adventure: Ink & Watercolor Leaves
Children’s Art Studio
Create leaf-themed art using ink & watercolor! We will use fine point drawing pens and watercolor brush pens to create beautiful leaf art. You can choose to draw your own leaf, or embellish a base template design provided. Zentangle books will be provided if you'd like to add zentangle to your art! We will begin […]
9 events,
13 events,
Wednesday Morning Book Club: Mad Honey
Wednesday Morning Book Club: Mad Honey
Atrium, First Floor Reference Area
Join the Morning Book Club to talk about Mad Honey by Jodi Picoult & Jennifer Finney Boylan. NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • “Alternatingly heart-pounding and heartbreaking. This collaboration between two best-selling authors seamlessly weaves together Olivia and Lily’s journeys, creating a provocative exploration of the strength that love and acceptance require.”—The Washington Post GOOD MORNING AMERICA BOOK […]
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
12 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
9 events,
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 […]
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 […]
Movie at Noon
Movie at Noon
Teen Room
Where: Teen Room It’s a half day at the middle school, come to the library and watch a movie! No registration required. Grades 7 – 12.
Canceled: Finding Your Feet: Author Event with Hiker & Author Rhiane Fatinikun (virtual)
Canceled: Finding Your Feet: Author Event with Hiker & Author Rhiane Fatinikun (virtual)
Online (Zoom)
This event has been canceled; the presenter had an emergency. We apologize for any inconvenience. Join us for a virtual event to celebrate the release of Finding Your Feet: The how-to guide to hiking and adventuring 'I hope this book inspires you to kick down barriers, go on adventures and empower the people around you […]
9 events,
Short Story Workshop (Series of Four)
Short Story Workshop (Series of Four)
Board Room, 2nd Floor
Join us at 11 am on Saturday mornings in November for a series of short story workshops! This hands-on fiction writing workshop will lead participants through discussions of ideas and inspiration, structure, plot, and revision, with weekly flash fiction exercises to get creativity flowing. The goal is to end the month with a working draft […]
14 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 […]
Visiting Nurse Blood Pressure/Blood Sugar Clinic
Visiting Nurse Blood Pressure/Blood Sugar Clinic
Gallery
Get your blood pressure and/or your blood sugar checked by the Visiting Nurse & Hospice of Litchfield County. No appointment needed. The visiting nurses are here on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. To find a blood pressure/blood sugar clinic in the Farmington Valley, click here When Avon Schools are canceled, there is no […]
16 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
17 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
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 […]
8 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 […]
Postponed! Misteltoe Murder: Author Event with Leslie Meier (virtual)
Postponed! Misteltoe Murder: Author Event with Leslie Meier (virtual)
Online (Zoom)
This event has been postponed. We will post a new event day once we have one! Just in time for the holiday season, the very first in the Lucy Stone Mystery Series, which has sold over one million copies, is now repackaged and reissued in trade paperback for the first time! Join us for a […]
9 events,
Short Story Workshop (Series of Four)
Short Story Workshop (Series of Four)
Board Room, 2nd Floor
Join us at 11 am on Saturday mornings in November for a series of short story workshops! This hands-on fiction writing workshop will lead participants through discussions of ideas and inspiration, structure, plot, and revision, with weekly flash fiction exercises to get creativity flowing. The goal is to end the month with a working draft […]
14 events,
China Book Discussion Series: Lady Tan’s Circle of Women
China Book Discussion Series: Lady Tan’s Circle of Women
Community Room
Mon., Nov. 18, 2024 2 PM: Lady Tan’s Circle of Women by Lisa See Sent into an arranged marriage, Tan Yunxian, forbidden to continue her work as a midwife-in-training as well as see her forever friend Meiling, is ordered to act like proper wife and seeks a way to continue treating women and girls from […]
16 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 […]
18 events,
Tech 1-on-1 Program
Tech 1-on-1 Program
Computer Lab, 1st Floor
Unlock Your Tech Skills with Our FREE Tech 1-on-1 Program! Need help with your computer, smartphone, or Microsoft Office, Google Apps and more? We’re here to help! Our Tech 1-on-1 Program offers personalized assistance tailored to your needs, all for free at Avon Free Public library. On this Tech 1-on-1 program, you will get one-on-one […]
15 events,
6 events,
Sign Language Practice Group
Sign Language Practice Group
Computer Lab, 1st Floor
Join our (mostly) weekly ASL practice group! Each week we will pick a new topic to work on and learn/practice. This is an in person group for all ages and beginners are welcome! Each meeting we discuss the next best day/time for the following meeting. This is a new group so we are still learning […]
Nintendo Switch Tournament
Nintendo Switch Tournament
Teen Room
When: Friday, November 22nd from 3:00 – 4:30 pm Where: Teen Room Think you’re the best gamer in town? Prove it at the library’s monthly Nintendo Switch Tournament*! Winner will not only get bragging right, but will also receive a coveted banana trophy. We will be playing Rocket League! *Friendly competition, trash talking and backseat […]
7 events,
Short Story Workshop (Series of Four)
Short Story Workshop (Series of Four)
Board Room, 2nd Floor
Join us at 11 am on Saturday mornings in November for a series of short story workshops! This hands-on fiction writing workshop will lead participants through discussions of ideas and inspiration, structure, plot, and revision, with weekly flash fiction exercises to get creativity flowing. The goal is to end the month with a working draft […]
11 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 […]
9 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 […]
Visiting Nurse Blood Pressure/Blood Sugar Clinic
Visiting Nurse Blood Pressure/Blood Sugar Clinic
Gallery
Get your blood pressure and/or your blood sugar checked by the Visiting Nurse & Hospice of Litchfield County. No appointment needed. The visiting nurses are here on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. To find a blood pressure/blood sugar clinic in the Farmington Valley, click here When Avon Schools are canceled, there is no […]
6 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
5 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 […]