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 […]

Homeschoolers ages 9-12 are invited to discuss 2025 CT Intermediate Nutmeg Book Award Nominees each month with the Farmington Libraries and Avon Free Public Library!  Each library will alternate months hosting the discussion. Children are responsible for obtaining their own copies of the book featured each month; please contact the host library for help obtaining […]

Homeschoolers ages 7-9 are invited to discuss 2025 CT Elementary Nutmeg Book Award Nominees each month with the Farmington Libraries and Avon Free Public Library!  Each library will alternate months hosting the discussion. Children are responsible for obtaining their own copies of the book featured each month; please contact the host library for help obtaining […]

The marine environment faces many challenges and tribulations. Many of these are caused from marine debris. Join us as we talk about where marine debris comes from, the affect it has on the marine environment and what you can do to help mitigate it! Presenter: The North American Marine Environment Protection Association (NAMEPA). Registration is […]

Join us for 8 weeks of fun activities designed to strengthen your child’s math skills!  Crazy 8s is the nation’s largest recreational after-school math club for kids in grades K-5. Monday afternoons from 4:30 – 5:30 in the Storytime Room (second floor). We will meet weekly from September 16th through November 18th. Space is limited!  […]

Join us for a community celebration of Diwali! We will share a short explanation of Diwali, then enjoy two group and four solo dances. Refreshments will be served at the end!   Our solo dancers are: Dolly Arya - A homemaker, professional dancer, and a lovely mother from Gwalior, India. Raksha Gupta - An educator, […]

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 […]

Registration for this event is closed! Friends of the Avon Free Public Library: Ticketed Event Spend election night with us! Be among the first to enjoy meeting authors Beatriz Williams, Lauren Willig, and Karen White, as we host an event to celebrate the release of their new book, The Author's Guide to Murder. This is the […]

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 […]

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 

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 for open discussions about your travel memories. Share your own adventures, photos from around the world and meet other travel enthusiasts. Please register once and […]

This event is not sponsored by the Avon Library.

When: Wednesday, November 6th from 3:30 – 4:30 pm Where: Teen Room Take a break and relax after school with music, cookies and coloring sheets! We will have all the coloring sheets, gel pens, and colored pencils you need plus some cookies! Registration not required. For grades 7 – 12.

The library is full of many, many books! However, almost none of them are miniature-sized! Join us this month to create your own teeny-tiny books! Our friends in Grades 4-6 will have a chance to make mini books! When?: Wednesday November 6 from 4:30-5:30 PM Where?: The Art Studio on the 2nd Floor What?: An […]

This event is not sponsored by the Avon Library.

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

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 […]

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.

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 […]

Did you know that a recent study from Stanford University suggests that the techniques used by memory athletes* can be taught, learned, and create changes in the brain that enhance memory skill? Come learn about the tips and techniques used by memory athletes.* *(Memory athletes are Olympic-level memorizers who compete to see who can memorize large […]

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 […]

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.

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 […]

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 […]

November SEED: Capoeira Explorers: Dance, Play, and Discover Saturday November 9, 2:00-3:00 PM What is CAPOEIRA? Capoeira is a unique Brazilian art form that combines elements of martial arts, dance, music and acrobatics. . This workshop focuses on active learning, ensuring an exciting experience for all. This program is best for kids in K-4. Please sign […]

Avon Arts Association ~ Holiday Art Show Reception Saturday, November 9th, 2:00pm – 4:00pm Please join us in the Gallery for an afternoon reception featuring holiday music and refreshments!  The Avon Arts Association invites everyone to join us to celebrate the opening of their Holiday Art Show, on display in our Gallery during November.  There […]