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*Update* Changed to Virtual: Health at Every Size
Online (Zoom)Saturday, May 18, 2024 11 am - 12 pm *Update* Changed to Virtual, Zoom Webinar (Previous: 1st Floor Community Room) Health at Every Size (HAES) is a holistic approach that views health not in terms of a lack of illness, but rather an individual resource that we all have the opportunity to work toward if we […]
The Original Fly Girls: A History of the Women Airforce Service Pilots (in-person)
Community Room 281 Country Club Road, Avon, CT, United StatesThe Original Fly Girls: A History of the Women Airforce Service Pilots During World War II more than one thousand American women served as Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASPs) in support of the war effort. These pioneering women faced discrimination from the U.S. military and American society, and because their records were sealed after the […]
Cunning Folk: Life in the Era of Practical Magic/Virtual Author Event with Tabitha Stanmore
Online (Zoom)Join us for a virtual conversation with Tabitha Stanmore to celebrate the release of her new book, Cunning Folk: Life in the Era of Practical Magic (May 28). It’s a spritely and deeply researched history of magical problem-solving in a distant, unsettled, and strangely familiar time. Imagine: it’s 1600, and you’ve lost your keys. You’ve scoured your house. They’re […]
Doodle All the Animals! Art & Author Event with Amy Latta
Online (Zoom)One of our favorite artists returns to celebrate a new book! Join Amy Latta for a virtual "doodle-along", where we'll learn the basics for creating animals. We're excited to host her again, as we had fun during the release of Doodle Everything! The Ultimate Collection of Doodles from the Wild Side Animal lovers, grab your […]
Author Reception for Carrie Firestone
Community Room 281 Country Club Road, Avon, CT, United StatesWhen: Friday, May 31st from 5:30 to 7:00 pm Where: 1st floor, Community Room Let's shine a spotlight on Carrie Firestone's latest accomplishment! Her novel Dress Coded has won the 2024 Middle School Nutmeg Book Award. Join us in recognizing and celebrating this achievement! We also want to recognize and thank Carrie for donating her […]